Sacred Choral Concert Music

Adapted from a Bach cantata, this joyful work will allow two or three part ensembles the opportunity to experience Baroque music and develop important performance techniques for tone, style and expression.

Rhythmic ostinatos, cluster harmonies, and soaring soprano lines are all present in this exciting a cappella concert work, possessing all the elements you'd expect from the composer of Veni, Veni

Punctuated by handclaps and a rhythmic mixed meter setting, this dynamic original would make a fantastic opening number or festival selection. With a school-friendly Latin text, and a contrasting lyrical

Using the traditional Agnus Dei text, this expressive setting provides an opportunity to work on choral tone, rubato, and legato singing. A rich melody ebbs and flows over the colorful harmonic palette

These two short Renaissance gems have been carefully arranged for developing choirs: Inimici Autem and Alleluia, Laus et Gloria. Special care has been given to retain the beautiful chord

Davison yet again applies his Baroque-like style in this rhythmically charged original that is perfect for developing voices. Altos and basses share a part as do the sopranos and optional tenors, making

Franck's popular canon is a wonderful introduction to singing in Latin for middle school students. You can use the flowing piano accompaniment to support your singers through the learning process, then let

Two short contrasting movements may either stand on their own or combine into one longer setting. The Gloria setting is upbeat, rhythmic, and fanfare-like, while the Alleluia is quiet, introspective and set

This stunningly expressive work was commissioned by a number of high school choir programs forced to cancel concerts due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Inspiring and reflective, the rich harmonies capture both a

Now available in SAB voicing, this is an a cappella arrangement of the beloved Robert Lowry hymn. A combination of sustained and descending vocal lines creates harmonies that travel close together, then

Adapted from the original, Hadyn's recognizable Gloria from Harmoniemesse is accessibly set for SAB voices. Lowered to G from the original B-flat, these ranges sit comfortably in the voice, and the

This setting of a well-loved Latin text features many opportunities for beautiful, musical moments with your younger or smaller ensembles. Thoughtfully scored for developing choirs, the melody mirrors the

This flowing setting of the traditional Latin text includes a creative piano motive that really keeps the piece moving. Nicely written with simple harmonies, this piece is rewarding to learn and craft into

With an energetic setting and a traditional Latin text, this piece is an ideal opening selection for concerts, festivals, or services. Different melodic themes overlay as countermelodies to build and

This, the first of Handel's four Coronation Anthems, has been a cherished part of the crowning of British royalty from George II in 1727 to the current sovereign, Charles III. Perform with the accessible

This energetic setting of the traditional Latin text is ideal for developing choirs. A mixed-meter introduction followed by energetic syncopation and a contrasting middle section make this a great piece for

This traditional Latin hymn is simple, singable, and elegant. Easy vocal layering lets the voices sing in independent parts as they dovetail one another before joining in a quiet chordal ending. Accessible

This dynamic and energetic piece is written in an ABA style with comfortable ranges in the voice parts. Making use of mixed meters and solid homophonic harmonic writing, this selection is appropriate for

This choral adaptation of J.S. Bach's "Suite No. 3 in B minor" is brief - only 36 measures long - but it is a lyrical showcase for developing choirs. Your ensemble will sound sophisticated and elegant when

Utilizing a classical style of composition, this piece just might transport you back to the time of Mozart! Full of educational opportunities, the musical style and interpretation is authentic sounding, and

Here is the perfect way to introduce a cappella singing to your young choir! The chant-like melody is stated in echo style, then all voices join in harmony. The excellent performance notes include a

A collaboration between choral icons Joseph Martin and Mark Hayes produced this inspirational concert work that would be a great opener. The music-themed text is a powerful advocate for our art form, and

Layered melodies and countermelodies combine for a lovely concert selection for developing choirs. The Latin text provides a great way to develop pure vowel sounds and blend, and the construction of the

A longtime standard for tenor-bass choirs, this original concert work in neoclassical style with a Latin text and optional string quartet is an excellent teaching piece as well as a very effective