SATB Secular Concert Choral Music

Pulitzer prizewinning composer Shulamit Ran provides a grand statement in praise of the pursuit of knowledge. Wisdom, understanding, and learning are highlighted as the means to justice, judgment, and

The exciting rhythmic underpinning of the choir lays a energetic foundation for a enchanting melody that breathes life into a timeless text. The piece highlights the text "when all hate is turned to love,

This selection includes a modern reimagining of chant elements combined with a multi-metric feel and joyful melody. Great for a concert or church service with advanced singers.

East meets West in this evocative and haunting collection of pieces setting poems by contemporary male Arab poets. Each tells a story of a woman they have known, and each is at a different stage of life. An

With a multicultural flair, this energetic and rhythmic work conveys a singular force for change. Combining texts from Mahatma Gandhi, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and Matthew 5:15 with original lyrics, the

Lush harmonies in a warm choral texture lay the foundation for this elegantly succinct setting of the traditional Irish blessing. A cappella, with a few lyric alterations to provide an enveloping framework

Changing the world starts with just one person! Using a powerful vocal call and response with body percussion, this original work builds confidence and self-awareness through the affirming lyrics and vocal

Delicate, hushed, and suspenseful, this perfectly captures the expansive and meditative feeling of Whitman's poignant poetry. This is great for any sized choir, though the long lines, slow pace, and lush

Commissioned by Craig Hella Johnson and Conspirare for a cappella choir and narrator, this powerful setting of W.E.B. DuBois' Credo text is for all those who wait for justice. Worthy of any fine

This very cool original is a masterpiece of vocal layering, a "sound experience" for a cappella voices as bells. All voices sing together in the middle section before returning to vocalized bell effects.

This piece is an energetic wild ride through an imaginative and emotionally evocative narrative. The rapid text flies by in a series of metric changes, with images of an apocalyptic world on fire.

Lush jazz harmonies and smooth voice leading permeate this arrangement of the legendary song Georgia on My Mind. The state of Georgia officially designated Ray Charles' version as the official

This is a rich, intricately written work influenced by both American jazz vocal performance and the contrapuntal writing of Monteverdi, creating what the composer calls a "modern American

With a text inspired by the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh, this a cappella piece uses changing meter and ethereal choral writing to create wonderful harmonic and melodic moments. Atmospheric and haunting,

Using a text by contemporary poet Asher Harris, the composer explores the challenges we face when far from home. A feeling of rubato throughout suggests a constant yearning, and thorny harmonics urge us to

The well-loved song by Robert Lowry takes on a more reflective and emotional style in this elegant, simple setting for mixed voices. Accessible choral parts make this a good choice for developing a cappella

The winner of a Juilliard composition class initiative with Judith Clurman, this fantastic piece was designed to be both accessible and appealing. The text is based on feelings that contemplate the universe

Emily Dickinson's poignant text of self-discovery is set with freshly original music for a cappella voices and djembe. With a nice contrast between legato and staccato singing, tasteful use of dissonance,

Based on a poem by Joseph Seamon Cotter, Jr. (1895-1919), who was at the forefront of the early 1900's African-American cultural renaissance, this original a cappella concert work is brimming with

A whimsical, catchy piece, this is a fantastical story that alternates between comical moments and the profundity of youthful imagination. The hocketed harmonies and scale patterns are an opportunity for

A haunting opening motif sets the mood for this beautiful meditation. The text is two contrasting poems, one sacred and one secular, both of which reference the Shrine of our Lady of Walsingham. The

One of Canada's most treasured poets, Archibald Lampman writes of the urgent need for us all to be respectful and mindful of the fragility of Mother Earth. This socially conscious text is set for mixed

This beloved Puccini aria has been reimagined for a cappella choirs, and the effect is one of sheer beauty! With tender harmonies and legato lines, this is a great choice for teaching phrasing and vocal