Sacred Choral Concert Music

The beloved Latin text is set in an elegantly simple texture with conservative ranges. Straightforward rhythms and moments of release create a tapestry of sound that surrounds the chant line. In a variety

Here is a vibrant and jazz-influenced setting of the celebratory culmination of the Book of Psalms. The text is a combination of Hebrew and English phrases as it describes the various instruments of the

This bright and festive a cappella work is set for has become a standard in choral literature for both festival and church choirs. The SSAA and TTBB versions have been adapted by Tim Sarsany.

A jubilant concert opener, this bold choral setting is written in a rocking 12/8 meter and contains moments of fanfare chords, quartal harmonies, and a gently flowing middle section which builds to a

This well-known motet by Heinrich Schutz is more accessible than ever in this arrangement for a cappella SSATBB choirs. This edition contains conservative ranges with added dynamics and articulations to

Beginning with joyous acclamations, this exuberant piece features a polyphonic middle section followed by a lyrical presentation of the "amens" and the return of the homophonic style in the closing

In a masterful blend of early musical style with modern melody and harmonies, this beautiful setting of the traditional text shines with elegant simplicity. A rubato piano opening leads to a unison

For advanced choirs, this two-movement work begins with a setting of the Ave Maria in Latin with refreshing modern harmonies. The second setting is in English and is more dissonant, with a haunting

Exquisite a cappella writing with a classic Latin text, this work, the "place of sacred mystery," is rich with harmonic colors. A motet in a classic setting, this work is appropriate in both concert and

With a text based on Psalm 150, this a cappella anthem uses spiritual, jazz, and gospel elements. After a contemplative opening, the music shifts to upbeat and declamatory as the basses lay down an ostinato

Inspired by the Joseph Jennings arrangement of this same tune for Chanticleer, this arrangement combines the five-syllable "halleluia" with the timeless melody of the old spiritual. A true gospel piano part

A lovely a cappella excerpt for concert choirs from Crouch's major work "Road from Hiroshima," which was commissioned by Patrick Dupre Quigley and Seraphic Fire to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the

This beautiful new piece from Tom Trenney offers a unique and diverse musical setting of a powerful prayer for light, love and unity. An organic piano accompaniment knits the harmonic and thematic sections

This reflective composition for a cappella choir uses overlapping, repetitive homophonic textures with harmonies in sustained clusters which build to an emotional climax. This is a prayer for understanding

The spontaneity and charm of Mozart are evident in this brief choral work. While contrasting sections allow considerable space for musical interpretations, the entire work provides countless teaching

Choral ensembles always find such joy in singing music by a composer who truly understands the voice and the choral art. With logical voice leadings in and out of thorny places, creative use of independent

A shofar-like clarinet obbligato and flowing piano accompaniment surround this choral plea for peace. Beautiful voice leading in each part, along with the traditional Hebrew text, make this a worthy piece

This lovely setting of the well-known melody uses the traditional Latin "Agnus Dei" text. Lots of teaching opportunities can be found in this Baroque work, beautifully adapted for choirs. Wonderful!

With a text from Psalm 80:2, this a cappella piece is traditionally used on the third Sunday of Advent - the Gaudete or Rejoicing Sunday. The beginning quotes the "Alleluia" from the original chant, and

Starting with an opening fanfare, the piece immediately dives into a delightful 11/8 rhythm that both feels natural and is fun. Through rhythmic and key center changes with wonderful harmonic moments and

The angular nature of the asymmetrical rhythms and constantly changing meters brings vibrancy and momentum to this work. Shifting harmonic centers create unpredictability and surprise, and the bold,

This fervent Hebrew prayer for peace is richly set to original music for treble or mixed choirs with piano and optional violin. A touching and reverent work for sacred services and concerts.

Although primarily known as an opera composer, Galuppi contributed a steady output of sacred music. In this edition, the original figured bass has been fully realized in the piano accompaniment, but the