Mass Settings and other Sacred Major Works

Singers travel through Norway in this multimovement work, each movement representing a new geographical location in the composer's homeland. Both the poem and the expressive choral writing capture the

This 13-minute three-movement work for mixed choir and piano or strings with percusion (vibraphone, glockenspiel, and suspended cymbal) offers an enlightening commentary on the power of music to console and

Rooted in a distinctive period of Shaker history (1837-1847), this multimovement work reflects the visionary repertoire written at that time.  Three movements (Sound of Salvation; Heavenly

Centered around themes of social justice, this extended work invites the choir and audience into a compelling vision of a world rooted in compassion, freedom, inclusivity, and justice. Each of the five

Based on the dramatic events in Springfield, Missouri, Easter, 1906 tells the true story of the lynching of three Black men in the town square on Easter Sunday, 1906. This horrific story is just

A powerful 15-minute work depicting images of destruction and hope with passages from the Lamentations of Jeremiah. Scored for mixed choir with SATB soli or double choir, it uses the same instrumentation as

Taking after Benjamin Britten, this collection of seven Christmas carols are settings of English texts from the 15th and 16th centuries for choir with piano or harp accompaniment. Composed following

Drama, emotion, and exquisite compositional technique are woven into a masterpiece for our time. The choir, singing the traditional Latin texts, represents the God-fearing congregation in mourning, while

In this passionate four-movement work, Chilcott and lyricist Delphine Chalmers explore themes of inclusivity, identity, and unity. The middle movements, Harmony and Rhythm, have strong

Written for the Skylark Vocal Ensemble in 2021, this a cappella work is set for narrator, SATB soloists, and SATB choir (with optional bones!). Sheehan weaves original works and familiar carols around the

This publication of a new completion of the Mozart Requiem offers a source-critical edition of Mozart's fragmentary Requiem as well as an alternative to the traditional Süssmayr version. It makes it

This three-movement suite for tenor-bass choirs is intended to elevate conversations regarding mental health. The composer brings his sense of the dramatic to this powerful score. The first movement,

In response to the growing need for developmentally appropriate repertoire that facilitates the teaching of independent part-singing, this Missa Brevis was composed for emerging choirs seeking concert

A 20-minute major work in two parts, this selection encapsulates the very contemporary ethos of multicultural spiritual devotion in a world populated by a rich diversity of faiths - all feeling, as deeply

The text of this major work is from the award-winning book of the same name, which was a creative response to the removal of everyday nature words like acorn, newt, and otter from a new edition of a

This major work presents a complete life cycle based on Native American writings. Each of the 13 movements focuses on a different stage of life, from birth and childhood through manhood and middle age to

Written with poet Charles Anthony Silvestri, this twelve-movement work chronicles the rich life of Tony and his late wife Julie Silvestri and their journey through cancer. Hauntingly beautiful and

Drawing inspiration from 13 of the most influential women in American history, this 11-movement song cycle for mixed voices, piano, and cello chronicles quotes and ideals from women that have most

The profound work Considering Matthew Shepard has been moving audiences around the world with its compelling message of love and acceptance. An abbreviated version of the larger work, this

Written in memory of the composer's mother, Will Todd's Songs of Peace is a beautiful six-movement work about love and loss. Two of the movements are scored for two-part treble voices, while the

This choral suite uses texts written by Vikram Seth divided into six individual movements: Lost; Oak; And; Host; Flash and This.

A true testament to his strength and skill as a composer, Andre Thomas' gospel-style Mass combines the power of love and joy with the beauty and sophistication of top-tier choral music. The gospel style of

"Although his name was Jabez Dawes, his character was full of flaws!" With a hysterical text by Ogden Nash, Eric Whitacre has brought all of his theatrical skills to this three-movement work and tells