Editors' Choice Sheet Music

Rich melodic lines and fragments form the basis for a delicious counterpoint in this traditional folk hymn arrangement. The harmonies are at once modern and tasteful, with elements of tone-painting and

This tender Norwegian folk melody has been set in a wonderful a cappella setting for divisi chioir and given a new English text by Charley Anthony Silvestri. Octave doublings and softly echoing choral

This tremendously fun arrangement of a South African greeting song exclaims, "Iyo hlonolofatsa, Ka lebitso la ntate," which translates as, "Bless everything in the name of the Father." Featuring a soloist,

A dynamic a cappella world music selection featuring a call and response solo, optional improvised percussion and movement, and a divided choir option. The song is a traditional South African celebratory

This setting of Hildegard of Bingen's Ave Generosa text uses a hauntingly joyful tonality, paying homage to the mysterious story of Mary. A beautiful middle section is surrounded by contrasting

This traditional Xhosa song could be found on the lips of many South Africans who grew up in the church. Commonly performed with Communion, the gentle lyrics express gratitude while the lightly rhythmic

From the Swedish a cappella supergroup The Real Group, this tender song talks of the advice an adult might give a child about life. Wrapped in a folky setting, with improvised vocal percussion and rhythmic

A popular South African song of praise, the texture is dominated by three soloists who portray leadership roles in the community. Layering choral parts develop the harmonic structure, while free

This South African song is believed to have originated during the difficult Apartheid years and performed as a peaceful protest song. Tuba is translated as "a dove," and the call and response texture makes

A meditation on the mystery and wonder of music, this Estonian tone poem is a little gem for a cappella choirs. With gorgeous harmonies that intensify the text, this will resonate deeply with your singers.

Commissioned by the St. Olaf Festival in Trondheim, Norway, Even When He Is Silent masterfully expresses the sentiment of the text - hope in times of despair. Beautifully melodic, with rich

This lesser-known spiritual has a theme of resilience and home presented chorally in a call and response format. With considerable flexibility for improvisation, inflections and note bending by the chorus,

"Give light to my eyes, lest I sleep unto death." This simple, yet profound, text has been translated into Latin and given an exquisite a cappella setting by celebrated English composer Patrick Hawes. There

Freshly arranged, this a cappella setting of the well-known spiritual presents a rhythmic harmonization in an upbeat texture that will appeal to better choirs. The integrity of the spiritual is upheld,

Lampl creates a gorgeous soundscape of a cappella texture with flowing voice leading, cluster chords, extended phrases and overlapping harmonies. The Hebrew text is a modern plea for peace, and the

An extended introduction hints at the excitement to come with melodic fragments and original material that erupt into a rhythmic and driving setting of this well-loved Spiritual. Fun to sing, with

"Give us peace." These three words echo an ancient plea that is equally relevant in our present turbulent society that seeks respite from the barriers that divide us. As such, the Latin word omnia (meaning