Imagined and created for a Leonard Bernstein 100th anniversary celebration, We Reply was inspired by his famous quote about making art in the face of adversity. It bursts forth with rhythmic energy
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This well-known spiritual and civil rights song is a soulful anthem for both sacred and secular occasions. It is easy to learn and powerful to sing. The accompaniment sets the tone right from the top with a
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This arrangement of the beloved civil rights anthem infuses the traditional melody with close harmonies, subtle elements of jazz, and effective movement. It is a powerful musical portrayal of people walking
A powerful new Charles Anthony Silvestri text is set in this gospel/pop fusion piece which is offered as an anthem of hope and empowerment. Affirming that others do not have the right to define us or take
Paul Laurence Dunbar's poem is just as relevant now as when it was written in 1896. Rhythmic ostinatos in this a cappella setting with a notated djembe part heighten the intensity of the historic text that
In her poem Human Family, Maya Angelou teaches us the importance of recognizing and respecting differences while celebrating our common humanity. This gospel setting of these words uses dissonance,
This work for choir, narrator, and piano with optional wind band or chamber ensemble is intended to be a learning and growth experience in all ways emotional and intellectual. A companion resource is
Based on a list of school and community ideals, this original piece supports positive aspects of community and fundamental principles of living and working together. A perfect choice that is sure to please
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Adapting the Reinhold Niebuhr Serenity Prayer, this selection encourages your students to accept what we are given and do what we can to become the kind of people we want to be. The piano offers
A dramatic and encouraging text by Georgia Douglas Johnson provides the inspiration for the music in this choral piece. Well-crafted choral lines with occasional counterpoint drive home the uplifting
Commissioned to honor three individuals dedicated to fighting diseases that have plagued our world during the 20th and 21st centuries, this exciting modern concert work celebrates the accomplishments of the
Crafted for double choir and two soloists, this contemporary work reflects on the experiences of immigrants to the United States. It can be performed antiphonally, immersing the audience in the impact of
This selection was written in a student workshop designed to give all young people a voice, giving them a chance to express their feelings and write their own story. Powerful!
This is the stand-alone third movement from the powerful suite You Are Enough, which hopes to open conversations about mental health. With a modern musical-theater quality, it expresses its
This three-movement suite for tenor-bass choirs is intended to elevate conversations regarding mental health. The composer brings his sense of the dramatic to this powerful score. The first movement,
This original piece flows gently and sincerely, making the text all the more poignant. "Despite our tears, despite our fears, despite our differences, you are loved." A powerful learning experience for
Setting Elizabeth Allen's haiku, this dynamic choral work pulsates with rousing rhythms and intricate ostinati, echoing the call to stand up for justice. Part of the song cycle Voices Without
"You're the one to make a difference." This original concert work has a light contemporary gospel feel and inspirational lyrics that encourage us all to take the time to look around and see how our actions