2023 ACDA Deep Dive Selections

Rhythmic energy abounds in this exciting setting of a simple "Alleluia" text. Set in 10/8, the asymmetrical meter gives a repetitive groove that is engaging and fun to sing for each voice part. Dynamic

Serving as an unofficial anthem, this beloved Korean folk song is creatively set by one of Korea's top female composers. This arrangement begins with beautiful, flowing unison vocal lines and simple

This moving selection features a smoothly flowing harmonic texture that courses throughout the piece. Warm and enveloping, The Song You Loved will be the song you love singing, whether it be for

Here is a high-energy piece suitable for either the concert stage or the sanctuary. Varying body percussion between sections adds energy and excitement that will challenge singers rhythmically as the piece

Here is a spiritual that encourages one to be a good humanitarian, a soldier for peace, and an example of hope for others. A perfect message of peace for advanced ensembles!

Rhythmic, driving, and intense, this arrangement of the traditional spiritual with themes of home, journey, and trial is based on the 1950s Mahalia Jackson version with an Afro-Cuban beat. Add string bass

Built around the idea of disparity, this is a beautifully haunting work from Robert Schumann, featuring a prosodic, rhyming translation by William J. Bullock. Utilizing full choral forces, as well as piano

Floating melodic lines and resonant harmonies combine, lending an ethereal quality to this artistic piece that allows the imagination to soar. Leonora Speyer's evocative text explores our relationship to

This beautiful setting of George Matheson's familiar hymn text functions perfectly in both sacred or secular settings. Here, O Love is given a fresh new melody with equally refreshing and gorgeous

The first of a set of five sea songs, this exciting original work speaks of a sailor being drawn to the sea like a calling. The colorful imagery of John Masefield's poem comes to life with the help of a