Powerful lyrics by the composer tell the story of acceptance and belonging. Melodic with contemporary harmonies, this is perfect in a themed concert addressing people's joys and concerns.
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Written to be premiered at the 2019 ACDA National Conference, this piece draws on a traditional Latin text but explores a contemporary harmonic language in an exciting way. Full of drive and
Brahms called his three Intermezzi, Op. 117, "three lullabies for my sorrows." The beautiful Scottish poem Lady Anne Bothwell's Lament fits the music like a glove, and the composer's two-part
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This is a simple and repetitive composition. The use of repetition is deliberate as we examine our patterns of behavior through Megan Levad's poetry. If you are looking for a piece that explores the human
The poetry, in the form of a chant, traces the journey of a droplet of rain and supposes that we might join on that journey. The music uses "hocketing," where one voice fills in the rests left by another
The melody of this beautiful Irish air spans an interval of a 12th. Here, it is skillfully arranged with the melody passed back and forth between the voice parts, with all parts being important to the full
This piece creates opportunities for success for young tenors and basses at all stages of the changing voice. The poetry of Sara Teasdale provides a theme of beauty, longing, and the quest for love that is
Leaping from leaf to leaf, shattering into gold, and scattering gems, light is at the center of our lives. It kisses our eyes, it sweetens our hearts, and it fills the world. This music explores the energy,
This musical setting of the Thomas Dekker poem employs warm, lush harmonic language along with a lovely lyrical treatment of this familiar bedtime poem. This wonderful addition to treble literature was
The Pretoria Youth Choir from South Africa under their director Lhente-Mari Pitout has traveled the world spreading the joy of traditional South African music. Now this music finds a new home with the
While this text is most famous for being set by Samuel Barber, this new setting offers a splendid new choice. This arrangement for piano, cello and women's choir is lush and distinct for its contemporary
This exceptional work is a wonderfully expressive choral statement and it continues to be a popular choice with contest and festival choirs. It is available for SSA choirs in the original version with the
If you say the name, you're prompted to learn the story. Promote inclusivity and awareness with Say Her Name, written specifically to highlight elements of the Kwanzaa ceremony. Featuring body
This upbeat a cappella piece is truly a celebration. Including vocal percussion throughout, the dynamic rhythms, contrasting sections, interplay between the vocal lines and the text "Therefore, let's enjoy
This song of happiness and celebration of the human experience is set in a minor key. The harmonic language acknowledges that we can't have joy without recognizing its opposite. The undertones point out
This is a rhythmic, contemporary gospel-style anthem featuring the words of Maya Angelou, charging all of us to take responsibility for making our communities safe, supportive, and just. Reinforced by a
This arrangement of the classic tenor solo is full of wonder and whimsy. The melody is shared among all vocal parts. A fantastic teaching piece, as flexible tempi and beautiful style are required
Premiered at the National ACDA Conference in Kansas City, this work combines the different aesthetics of drought politics, dance hall dub, and youthful drive to create something that is at once as ordered