Written in the modern folk style, composer Allen Koepke has provided an inspirational, allegorical text that is sure to delight. The piano lends dramatic support to the finely styled vocal parts. A frequent
Loaded with excitement, this setting taken from Shakespeare’s famous "The Tempest" will have audiences both entertained
"There's a song in the air!" The famous text by Josiah Gilbert Holland is treated with great sensitivity in this superb composition. Lush harmonies and soaring melodies make this an elegant addition to the
Exploring mixed meters and colorful harmonies, this piece takes a traditional Latin text and gives it a modern setting. For advanced divisi mixed or treble choirs, this a cappella showpiece is a fresh and
This dramatic setting has a Renaissance or Baroque feel. The large, full chords, independent lines, changing meters and keys, and a dynamic and challenging accompaniment will challenge your choir and excite
This gorgeous work, dedicated to the memory of Stephen Paulus, is a superb contribution to the repertoire for better a cappella choirs!
This sophisticated piece will be a delightful challenge for the singers and accompanist and will greatly impress the audience. Subtle at times, whimsical, and at times driving, fun and energetic. An
Welsh musician and poet Euan Tait's lyric, one of his "bird" series, is magically set in this sparkling art song by Korean composer Hyun Kook. The composer focuses on the word "dance" in the poem and added
The traditional Irish folk song is wrapped in a gorgeous eight-part a cappella setting with expanded harmonies. The flowing, memorable melody is surrounded with lilting motives and an elegant harmonization
This is a very modern and vibrant arrangement of the timeless spiritual which features a spectacular opening and a rousing ending that will challenge your singers and electrify the audience. There is some
Extracted from Kim Andre Arnesen's "Magnificat," this luscious setting opens with a hauntingly gorgeous soprano solo. Undulating choral rhythms and sublime a cappella moments make this a piece not to be
A great closer, this arrangement of the well-known spiritual uses traditional harmonies but adds rhythms and a barbershop feel to create a more modern vibe. With a soloist and occasionally a solo trio,
This exciting mixed-meter piece is excerpted from Kim Andre Arnesen's "Magnificat." The composer has the voices in unison, two parts and four parts throughout. This variety keeps the excitement going. While
This setting is destined to take its place as one of the great arrangements of this classic spiritual. Highly rhythmic and ever energetic, with layered ostinatos and blues influences, it will be a great
Upbeat, clever, tuneful, and unusual, this could well be the highlight of any program. The composer creates a theme that gets tossed around, emblematic of the poem that suggests we go "a-dancing with the
The beloved poem by William Blake is here expressed with great sensitivity through music. The composer takes us to a dramatic climax in the penultimate phrase, and then concludes with a tender ending, "God
The impact of the wind is felt in this poem by Anne Bronte. The musical texture moves along with a contemporary a cappella feel that imitates the flowing motion of the wind. Upbeat and joyful, the harmonies
This stunning setting of the Latin text uses lush, dense chords and beautiful, soaring melodies. Commissioned by one of Denmark's premiere choirs, it is a welcome addition to the world of choral
Rhythmic and joyful, this unique and thought-provoking concert work is a call to action for all humankind to embrace that which is best and most noble in society. Using a text from Lebanese poet Michel
The poem suggests that one day we may be stars dazzling the sky, possessors of great internal power and able to impact and change the world for the better. Arnesen's a cappella setting present soaring
Known for his sensitive arrangements of great texts, composer Brinsmead utilizes a Latin text from Hildegard von Bingen for an upbeat setting worthy of being called Spiritus. Layered melodies give
"Hold this thought when far away from those you love who cannot stay." This tender and thought-provoking text gives a message of strength and unconditional love. The a cappella choral texture brings life