Major Sacred Choral Works

This work is a powerful and compelling account of the descent into war and its terrible consequences. Writen by Welsh composer, Karl Jenkins, the piece is dedicated to victims of the Kosovo crisis. Like

This gorgeous five-movement work is scored for SATB divisi voices and harp. The text is by Euan Tate and paints a picture of waiting and wonder at the birth of the Christ Child. The movements

This dramatic choral work sets a text by David Warner that artfully weaves together multiple witnessing stories of Christ's resurrection into a single narrative. Wilberg employs an effective array of

This piece is a transcription of a composition originally conceived for choir and large orchestra commissioned by the Knabenkantorei Basel. The text which stems from the liturgical chants

Commissioned by the Bach Collegium San Diego, this edition features Handel's original score paired with a Spanish-language libretto by Mario Montenegro. Montenegro has carefully crafted an original text

Felix Mendelssohn’s oratorio Elijah caused a sensation at its world première performance, sung in English, in Birmingham UK in August 1846. The huge forces marshalled for the occasion delighted

If you are a discriminating choral director looking to add something of substance to your program, try this! John Rutter's exceptionally strong 17-minute work for mixed voices is perfect for concerts,

This second edition of Stroope's Hodie! features a completely new first movement and newly written additions to the rest of the work. Written in three movements with optional treble choir, brass,

This major work is a seven-movement setting of Psalm 100, predominantly in Latin. Inserted within the work are interjections of the text "Shout to the Lord, all ye lands!" in eight different languages. The

This is a 35 minute, 5 movement work for chorus and orchestra encompassing ancient chant, shimmering light, unconditional love, heavenly joy, and deep peace.  Performances require the rental of one of

This setting of the Magnificat was conceived by the composer as a prayer for the sick and the poor, and out of hope for those who struggle. This philosophy grows out of the fact that Mary herself was poor

Premiered and recorded by the acclaimed VOCES8, this gorgeous five-movement setting of the Magnificat is scored for SATB divisi voices and soprano solo with piano, chamber orchestra, or full orchestra. The

Able to be performed as separate stand-alone pieces or as a unified set, this sequence of six original carols explores the role of Mary in the Christmas story, focusing on her human experience within a

Will Todd's Mass in Blue is fast becoming a staple of the choral repertory. A dynamic jazz setting of the Latin Mass, the work features driving grooves and blues harmonies, with provision for short

Bach's Mass in B minor is among the greatest and most ambitious works of all time. The various stages of composition of the Mass occupied the composer for over two decades: beginning with the

A very widely performed edition of this exceptionally satisfying Schubert work composed in 1815. It is approximately 25 minutes in length and includes solos for soprano, tenor, and bass.

Originally written as a wedding gift, this work was completed in 1983 and received its premiere performance nearly twenty years later. This work borrows directly from liturgical chant or was inspired by the

This Missa Brevis for mixed a cappella choir has been composed in the tradition of the short Mass (without Credo) and can be easily managed by most choirs. Thanks to its conciseness, it is suitable for use

This beautiful work is a setting of the Latin Mass appropriate for both worship and concert use. The text is that of the Ordinary of the Mass excluding the Credo, with the Gloria being divided into four

Marked by exceptionally rich and powerfully expressive melody and harmony, this Latin Mass radiates joy, encourages solemnity, assists in lamentation, moves in contemplation, speaks directly to human

Featured on the Carnegie Hall stage in 2010 under the direction of the composer, this powerful work for choir and chamber orchestra is perfectly suited for concert hall and worship alike.  The

A nine-movement work for strings, solo trumpet, three percussionists, and child soprano, soprano, and mezzo-soprano soloists. The main movements of the Requiem Mass are set in Latin. Two extra movements

Requiem is a powerfully appealing, tender exploration of love and loss. Grounded in tradition while incorporating a present-day harmonic language, two Gregorian chant motives... view details

This work was designed not only to live well in the concert hall, but also to transition into the church sanctuary. The composer's trademark cinematic moments, soaring choral melodies, and impressionistic