In 2015, Fr. Paulo Tanzini, former pastor of Church of the Assumption in Emerson, NJ, commissioned me to write a piece for the fiftieth anniversary of the building to be celebrated in mid-August of the same

This piece features lyrics by Henry Francis Lyte and includes additional "alleluias" because of the uplifting and optimistic feeling of the fourth verse. A simple and effective anthem.

Celebrates immigration, freedom, and liberty in America. "Give me your tired, your poor…" is set to music and then combined with My Country 'Tis of Thee and Home on the Range. This piece of music

Commissioned by the Kansas Wesleyan University Choirs, Ken Hakoda, director. This setting of Wilfred Owen’s poem "Winter Song" is centered around a single melodic motif depicting the bleakness and

Ave Maria ("Hail Mary") for SSA and TTB a cappella choir uses original Latin text and traditional tonal harmony. The "Hail Mary" prayer is found in the New Testament and is one of the most well-known

Combining the traditional Latin text from Psalm 149 with driving rhythms and rich, contemporary harmonies, this piece will make a strong opening selection. Set as a modern motet, the dance-like texture is

Set as a gentle lullaby, Christmas Eve Lullaby reminds us of hope and innocence - feelings many long for in today's complicated world, especially during the holiday season. The piano part firmly

Set in 6/8 time with piano accompaniment, this is a unique setting of the well-known hymn text with an original tune. Musically strong, this anthem will be a great addition to your choir's repertoire.

Discernment is a sacred work for SATB choir, unaccompanied. Inspired by various sacred texts and arranged together by the composer. The work asks: How do we know we are hearing the voice of God?

THE DREAM OF NOW is the title of one of my favorite William Stafford poems. The text is a huge inspiration and a powerful reminder that no matter what challenges we face in life, we can move forward to see