Secular Choral Concert Music

Based on Fannie Stearns Davis' whimsical poem For a Child and incorporating the Quaker song Simple Gifts, this lyrical choral with optional flute delights with its simplicity and

"We're even better when we're together. We join as one to build up and inspire, we're a choir!" Looking for that perfect song to unify your choir and bring clarity to your purpose? This motivational song is

A warm arpeggiated piano accompaniment opens this lush original concert work for mixed or treble voices. Using the thought-provoking words of poet Georgia Douglas Johnson, seamless harmonies appear right

Here's a gorgeous original song and text that will allow young choirs to develop musical sensitivity, lyrical singing and tone. The mysterious journey of a seashell in the ocean sets up a theme that

Contemporary in style, the traditional spiritual is paired with original music using the text "We are the music makers, the dreamers of dreams" from Arthur O'Shaughnessy's poem. Partnered together, they

"I am light, I am compassion, I am light, I am love." India.Arie's touching song sings like a soothing mantra with its deep message of looking beyond everything in your past and seeing yourself for who you

"The call of the river is the music in our lives, and the song that I hear is you." This wonderful text celebrates each of us: the river of life and love flowing through us all. Set as an inspirational

A delicate texture is carefully crafted to set this spring-themed text by Robert Louis Stevenson. This is a wonderful piece for training young treble choirs with ample unison and many echoing harmonies that

The exciting fanfare opening exalts the title then continues with long melodic lines above a rhythmic and driving piano accompaniment. Throughout, the text is musically reflected in style and dynamics with

Several traditional Irish blessings are beautifully combined together with a simple choral setting that will be a quick learn - perfect as an encore, closing piece, or graduation feature. It opens with an

This beautifully written setting of one of the best known poems from World War I makes good use of mixed meter, long phrases, and lovely harmonic moments to create a poignant selection for remembrance of

With a text based on The Blue Bird by Mary Elizabeth Coleridge (1861-1907), this original concert work reflects the textures of the cold and still lake beautifully expressed in the poem. Lush

Fans of Joseph Martin's iconic The Awakening will find interest in the scope and theme of this inspiring piece. Growing from a rising musical motive, it evolves into a celebration of music and its

A winsome poem is set to the well-known Welsh tune CYMRAEG with lyrical piano accompaniment. Challenging listeners to find their place in the world, this song of the journey is enriched by warm harmonies

Incorporating poems by Anne Bronte and Christina Rossetti, this piece moves along like a bouncing breeze, with a lilting melody and simple, sweet harmonies. The addition of a flute obbligato adds sparkle to

This fresh choral work with original text and music begins with a cascading piano motif. The interplay between voices results in rich harmony, singing of the morning sky waking from nighttime slumber. Then

This pop hit from 1964 features opportunities for solos or section features. Syncopated vocal lines and a light swing feel add to the fun in this easily learned novelty number. Add the optional rhythm parts

"How can I make a difference? How can I help things change? I can sing!" This ballad, featuring solo opportunities, a bit of mixed meter, and a supportive, flowing piano accompaniment, delivers a powerful

Based on a poem by Robert Louis Stevenson, this expressive work for young treble choirs is suitable for concert and contest. The music is gently cheerful and nicely sets the text about the changing of the

This stately and elegant setting of Purcell's masterwork from Birthday Ode for Queen Mary is adapted specifically for developing choirs. With vocal ranges that work well for young singers, the

Sara Teasdale's text is superbly set in a steady and flowing concert work. Musically satisfying yet accessible, this arrangement features diverse part-writing, close harmonies, and wonderful examples of

Paralleling the voyages we make through life with those of a river flowing to the sea, this poignant original work creates a thoughtful and meaningful atmosphere using lovely harmonies with a wonderful text