This joyous and rhythmic a cappella setting of St. Augustine's text in a buoyant 7/8 meter is brimming with vitality and energy. The contrasting middle section offers expansive lines and lush harmonies

Harriet Prescott Spofford's poem describes a young woman who discovers a bold new world of thrilling beauty when she ventures beyond her familiar walls. Accompanied by piano and optional violin, cello,

llluminare is Elaine's first extended work, consisting of five-movements for SATB chorus and chamber orchestra. Using lesser-known sacred Latin, Greek, and English texts, the piece takes us through

Experience a captivating new melody to Silent Night as hints of the timeless Christmas carol STILLE NACHT are interwoven throughout. Graceful choral parts capture the tenderness of the beloved

Leonora Speyer's inspirational poem encourages singers to take hold of their limitless potential. Ascending vocal lines stretch across a driving accompaniment as if reaching out to grasp the expanse

This captivating arrangement highlights the elegant sensitivity of the traditional American folk hymn. As the melody gently drifts through each vocal part, a newly composed refrain gracefully soars over a

The dramatic third movement from "Illuminare" opens with the traditional Kyrie text in a somber, forebodingly ominous manner before exploding into a blast of fury as the Latin text turns to night and

This energetic piece for treble voices sweeps listeners on a beautiful journey into the rapids of Emily Pauline Johnson's poem. Bold vocal entrances cascade into bright harmonies as the piano creates an

The opening movement from the larger work "Illuminare" set on Saint Ambrose's Latin text radiates majestic energy that heralds the arrival of Light and a joyful "Gloriae" section. A brief contrasting

William Wordsworth's reflection of a time gone by acknowledges past heartaches while creating a dream world where beautiful memories reign. As the vocal lines rise and fall to trace a distant rainbow, an