Secular Choral Concert Music

In his book I and Thou, Martin Buber centers on the importance of relationships, establishing connections with one another. This work expresses that philosophy through the text found in Kazuaki Tanahashi's

Never have Shakespeare's words been set more simply and truthfully with a message that is positive, healthy, and uplifiting, and music that carries the text effortlessly. An excellent spring concert

This piece explores the simple but incredibly powerful act of holding someone's hand - and the text and pop feel will resonate with singers and audiences alike. It can be performed with piano, guitar, or

This work was inspired by the nuptial Mass of a former student, who had arranged for her chorus to sing for the ceremony. One of the texts read at the wedding was the passage from the Song of Solomon

This rousing setting of a familiar nineteenth-century spiritual begins in F-major, then ratchets up tonally by verse. For developing and experienced ensembles of any size, it includes unison, two-part, and

Based on Fannie Stearns Davis' whimsical poem For a Child and incorporating the Quaker song Simple Gifts, this lyrical choral with optional flute delights with its simplicity and

"We're even better when we're together. We join as one to build up and inspire, we're a choir!" Looking for that perfect song to unify your choir and bring clarity to your purpose? This motivational song is

A warm arpeggiated piano accompaniment opens this lush original concert work for mixed or treble voices. Using the thought-provoking words of poet Georgia Douglas Johnson, seamless harmonies appear right

This beautiful song cycle on three of American poet Emily Dickinson's most treasured texts will be a lovely choice for treble choirs. Each of the three selections may be performed separately, or perform

The nature of love is timeless, even when a loved one is gone. This important message is carried on a tender melody and warm harmonies that create an emotional tribute that is both beautiful and memorable.

Rose Aspinall's text presents a great message - that things may look difficult and maybe even impossible, but if you never try, you’ll never realize your full potential. Set in an inspirational ballad

Here's a gorgeous original song and text that will allow young choirs to develop musical sensitivity, lyrical singing and tone. The mysterious journey of a seashell in the ocean sets up a theme that

Brimming with an undercurrent of energy, this beautiful text by Christopher Marlowe has been given a fun and lilting melody for choirs to sing. This song presents a great introduction to the work of

Up-and-coming award-winning composer Kara Stacey delivers a refreshingly vibrant take on the traditional Robert Burns poem. Set for treble voices in two and then three parts with an optional solo or small

Inspired by Sarah Williams' poem The Old Astronomer, the exceptional text in this original concert work tells of the irony of life's moments. This appealing piece features an optional cello

"I am light, I am compassion, I am light, I am love." India.Arie's touching song sings like a soothing mantra with its deep message of looking beyond everything in your past and seeing yourself for who you

This beautiful setting of an anonymous medieval text follows a brokenhearted lover into the woods. Beautifully sculpted melodic lines and engaging harmonies fluctuate between major and minor keys. Supported

With a text coming from a student poetry contest, this gently syncopated ballad offers words of friendship and trust. Lyrical vocal lines, simple harmonies, and an optional flute obbligato contribute to the

This setting of a text by William Cullen Bryant really conveys the excitement of a hurricane! Knee slaps, finger snaps, and blowing sounds effectively imitate the rain and wind while the piano contributes

A creative depiction of the frenetic energy of a storm, this piece utilizes body percussion and drums to mimic the sounds one might experience during a storm. That, coupled with the descriptive text, makes

This rousing setting of G.K. Chesterton's text for tenor-bass choirs opens with a haunting unison melody and the text, "I come to autumn, where all the leaves are gold!" The French horn part makes this work

Arranged for unchanged tenor voices, this traditional tall tale of a dragon slayer is quite comical, making it a fun story to sing. With accessible melodic ranges and plenty of unison singing, this bouncy

This poignant setting of a powerful text by James Weldon Johnson, African-American poet and national organizer for the NAACP, reflects on the reasons we sing. Opening with an optional violin solo and

This accessible contemporary gospel work features a secular text that celebrates singing. A driving keyboard accompaniment, syncopated rhythms, solo opportunities, a layered bridge, and a clap chorus give