Socially Responsive Selections

Setting inspiring words by James Weldon Johnson, this work is poignant and stirring, encouraging singers and listeners to reflect on the challenges of present times and to move forward with courage and

From the 2019 film "Harriet," celebrating the life of abolitionist Harriet Tubman, this empowering a cappella choral arrangement captures the essence of the original, performed by the film's star Cynthia

The text of this powerful choral work is addressed to anyone facing struggles and it presents an honest affirmation that those struggles are real. Rather than deny the existence of problems or pain, the

From Craig Hella Johnson's important work, this piece is a wonderful feature for soprano soloist and choir. Styled like a folk hymn, this beautiful piece promotes healing and acceptance in a lush a cappella

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 powerful a cappella arrangement of the original song written for the film "Harriet," celebrating the life and legacy of Harriet Tubman, is an outstanding concert piece for treble ensembles. This

This contemporary a cappella arrangement of Marvin Gaye's popular and influential hit is funk and soul wrapped up in a timeless protest song. Featuring a soloist throughout, this rendition with close jazz

This lovely selection has a message of peace and justice. Stated as a gentle prayer based on Psalm 85:10, it includes subtle harmonic hues in a gorgeous concert piece that will melt your audience's

Celebrating the life and legacy of civil rights icon John Lewis, this gospel-style song calls us to action: to work for justice and make the world a better place for all. Easy to learn, hard to forget, this

This contemplative work effectively highlights activism for immigration. A challenging and rewarding work for advanced ensembles.

Winner of the 2020 Genesis Prize from ACDA, this is a piece about facing the fear to breathe, and the courage to be together once more. With text and music knitted together in a soundscape of layers and

This piece is a biting and soulful commentary on the horrifying ordinariness of mass shootings in America. Syncopated rhythms and soaring lyrical lines subtly show, rather than tell, the experience of

This introspective work deals with the often-overlooked history of American concentration camps for Japanese and Japanese-Americans during World War II. The text is adapted from interviews with two women

Highlighting the actions of Rosa Parks and suffragist Alice Paul, She Stood for Freedom was inspired by everyday people who have employed nonviolent means to stand up for equality and the rights of others.

"Mother Earth". A beautiful take on The Lord's prayer. The poem reminds us that our actions here on our planet Earth have had and will forever have environmental effects. And that we have a common mission

From the major work "Considering Matthew Shepard," this song of comfort can be sung in a variety of situations such as holiday programs, memorial services, or general concert use. A cappella with eight-part

With lyrics based on authentic quotes from prisoners facing execution, this innovative work allows a number of silenced voices to come forward in emotional goodbyes, pleas for forgiveness, assurances of

Based on a text by Langston Hughes, this piece speaks of the terrible cost of war. A cappella with optional vocal percussion, this concert work is reminiscent of a spiritual while using mixed meter and

This selection is about a transgender woman's dream in which she feels that no matter her struggles, everything will be okay. With inspirational lyrics, "I will not let fear become my beacon," this piece is