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Sensitively composed, this setting of the beloved passage from Numbers 6:24–26 is a reverent closing blessing for sacred concerts and church services. Chorale- and motet-style writing creates textural

"Unto thee, O Lord, do I lift up my soul." The hymn for the first Sunday of Advent, Psalm 24 (25) soars in this setting for double choir. Sustained vocal lines, chain suspensions, and antiphonal writing

As similar as the O Antiphons are in terms of their form, the feelings they evoke can be just as different: anticipation, yearning, restlessness, quiet expectancy, confidence, or excitement in the days just

Based on Gregorian chant, this ninth-century antiphon is given new life as an urgent plea for peace. A sense of powerlessness and desperation is reflected in the use of free and mixed meter, while

Dum iuventus floruit (In the bloom of youth)

Self-knowledge takes effect: “In my youth, I lived out my passions. I hope I will be smarter and more sensible in my old age

With quick entries that have a waterfall effect, this canon for one to four voices is a commentary on our relation to the earth and time. Perform the piece a cappella, with piano, or with bourdon, and make

Prompting a similar reaction to what one can often experience in settings of O magnum mysterium, this arrangement of the famous French Christmas carol celebrates the mystery of the birth of the

This solemn evening prayer lets singers and audience alike calm down at the end of the day. With the appeal for God's grace, the dynamics and intensity of the composition gradually increase, to return at

Alternately accompanied by the upper and lower voices, the solo tenor tells the story of the well-known English Christmas carol. In a combined effort, the refrain resounds, and after a lively modulation

Opening with a low bass solo and unfolding into a radiant mixed-choir arrangement, this take on the popular spiritual incorporates elements of gospel, jazz, and pop music. An incredibly fun a cappella

Using text from a 15th-century English poem, this original work depicts Jesus' humble birth by the Virgin Mary. With changing voice leading and a variety of voice combinations including optional soli, this

I Will Lift My Weary Eyes is a commissioned work of a very different kind. In this sacred composition Kinley Lange invites choirs to the world of bluegrass. The close position harmonies typical of this kind

Arranged for a cappella mixed choirs, this merrily swinging version of the holiday classic exudes pure joy and causes the "jingle bells" of the horse-drawn sleigh to sound in the truest sense of the

Written with a swing, this a cappella jazz arrangement passes the melody between voice parts and is oh so fun to sing! The tenor part is also accessible to altos, making this piece fitting for a variety of

Though this arrangement begins rather unassumingly, after a couple of jazzlike chords the journey to a cappella pop begins. Rhythmically playful and radiant, this carol includes flowing quarter-note runs,

Voices entering in succession resonate over and over in this truly festive arrangement. Imitative voice leading is followed by an interwoven structure with sustained pedal tones, making this piece an

Voices ring out in this festive arrangement of the well-known Christmas carol, incorporating the harmonious world of jazz. It becomes a bit more reflective, then this delightful piece culminates in a

Inspired by African folk songs, this canon about a cat is energetic and playful. Perform with one to four voices in one of two keys, a cappella or with piano accompaniment. And don't forget the

As Max Reger's cousin and the student of Joseph Rheinberger Hans Koessler - a friend of Johannes Brahms - grew up in a musically highly inspiring environment. Franz Liszt appointed him to his Royal

Influenced by the choral works of Mendelssohn, Robert Seymour Bridges' sacred poem is sensitively set for double choir through the use of classical voice leading and harmonic structure. Appropriate for both

Lyrics that speak of the dreams, wishes, and desires of young and old alike during the Christmas season are given an original melody and tight harmonies in this warm and contemporary a cappella setting.