SATB Secular Concert Choral Music

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

With a text inspired by the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh, this a cappella piece uses changing meter and ethereal choral writing to create wonderful harmonic and melodic moments. Atmospheric and haunting,

Using a text by contemporary poet Asher Harris, the composer explores the challenges we face when far from home. A feeling of rubato throughout suggests a constant yearning, and thorny harmonics urge us to

Reflections on life from beginning to end in this text by Stephen Rew are paired with a beautifully meandering melody in a satisfying musical journey. A tender piano accompaniment and lovely harmonic

"You feel like home." A beautiful glimpse into the moment that poet Charles Anthony Silvestri knew that he fell in love with his wife, Julie, this plaintive piece expresses joy tinged with sadness. This is

With a singable, spirit-filled melody, everyone will be singing this heart song long after the song has ended. Exuding confidence, warmth, and joy, it's a shining example of what it means to pave a better

Extracted from the musical "The Castaways," a play based on the true story of children who were homeless in New York City at the turn of the century, this song underscores the need to be caring and

Extracted from the musical "The Castaways," a play based on the true story of children who were homeless in New York City at the turn of the century, this song underscores the need to be caring and

Young poets write about home in ways both immediate and profound: a place, the things in those places, beloved people and pets, the familiar sounds, smells, and tastes. This music is a kaleidoscope of

American music at its best! There are sure to be some misty eyes when you perform this spine-chilling arrangement. Mark has expertly arranged this American folk classic to start softly with a harmonica solo

This heartfelt piece is elegant in its simplicity and memorable in its warmth and sincerity. It has also become an anthem for soldiers returning home. Performed as a choral only or with concert band, it is

This heartfelt song has touched thousands of musicians and their audiences with its warmth and sincerity, and it has also become an anthem for soldiers returning home from war. Mack Wilberg's stunning

Upbeat, clever, tuneful, and unusual, this could well be the highlight of any program. The composer creates a theme that gets tossed around, emblematic of the poem that suggests we go "a-dancing with the

Bethany Main's optimistic text on the virtues of hope finds a home in this energetic work that is quick to learn and satisfying to sing! Featuring an optional baritone solo and percussion, school and

"Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul..." Emily Dickinson's famous poem is treated with tender care in this dramatic setting, which begins gently and builds to a soaring climax before

This powerful and inspirational work sings of "hope" described through the phases of life, such as a newborn's cry, the laughter of children, the ashes of the fire of love that has died, the quiet comfort

A powerful call to justice, this work reminds us that in order for hope to survive, every day we need to work toward peace. A free-flowing solo is followed by the layering of rhythmic ostinatos, building

With a gentle feel and an expressive melody, this original text is an inspiring reminder of hope in the face of adversity. Imagery from nature - sunrises, budding flowers, life returning to barren ground

Dramatic and elegant, this inspirational composition was created by a talented violinist and features a lovely piano accompaniment, violin obbligato and divisi choral harmonies on a hopeful text by lyricist

At times, we can feel empty struggling with anxiety and fear, but these lyrics by Shantel Sellers inspire us to know that now is the time for hope! Although it can make us feel vulnerable, hope is also

"Be the voice that begins the song and hope will rise!" Memorable, melodic lines and gentle syncopated rhythms along with a supportive accompaniment make this easy to sing. The piece also features a

An expressive original text that speaks to the healing presence of hope in our lives. Including a solo in a free, soulful style soaring overhead, the musical setting begins reflectively and then builds to a