Secular Choral Concert Music

Lightning strikes in the dark of night! A house in the Italian countryside appears and disappears in an instant. Take your audience and singers on a spellbinding journey that is as relentless as a building

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

Boundless energy leaps off the page in this joyful reminder of the role that inspiration plays in our lives. The Star Poem, based on George Parsons Lathrop's original work, tells the tale of

This is an evocative, folk-like setting of Yeats' poem The Lake Isle of Innisfree. The modal vocal writing is both simple and sophisticated and always expressive of the yearning in Yeats' words.

A powerful plea for unity and understanding in a deeply divided world, this original work is a choral showpiece with a timely message. Moving lyrics are underpinned by a stirring melody, rich choral

Highly appropriate for fall and winter concerts, this elegantly simple setting of the well-known Rachel Field poem allows space for developing choirs to learn the notes easily and have plenty of time for

Hoist the sails and embark on a whimsical maritime adventure with this delightful setting of a text by English poet and writer John Masefield. Accessible yet creative vocal lines are perfectly complemented

In a very different approach for an opener, this upbeat minor-key groove is super fun and engaging. Along with its infectious groove, irresistible rhythms, cool harmonies, and a lyrical contrasting

"When we reach out to shine and share our light, we show the world that, together, we can do beautiful things. This is who we are!" This positive text would make a great theme song for choirs of all ages.

A memorable rhythmic melody sets Christina Rossetti's well-known text in this exciting concert work that will find a natural home at fall or winter concerts. Offering many teaching opportunities, choirs can

Written as a parting gift from teacher to students, this piece is a message of love and hope for the future. Unison and repeated motifs make it easy to learn, and it is sure to tug on the heartstrings in

Ideal as an opening concert or festival selection for developing choirs, this original work celebrates the power that music has to unite us all. With text in both English and French, this uplifting

Using Hebrew, Arabic, and Latin statements and greetings, this lyrical concert piece is a call for peace and unity. Three independent melody lines eventually combine in a beautiful layered section of

"Will we ever reach the horizon? This is not the end, it is just the beginning." Ideal for final concerts and graduation events, this inspiring original work is a sophisticated yet approachable selection

Inspired by the writings of young singers, the text of this original work provides simple yet impactful ways to bring about change in the world. Accessible and lyrical part writing supports the message "If

"I am sitting here wanting memories to teach me to see the beauty in the world through my own eyes..." As recorded by Sweet Honey in the Rock, this extraordinary a cappella piece speaks to everyone of the

"When words are not enough, we sing a song." This accessible and easy-to-learn music-themed selection will work well for concert and festival programs, especially for massed choirs. A tuneful hook and full

This simple song of gratitude celebrates a plentiful bounty of good things. It begins and ends sweetly, building to a sweeping descant-topped refrain. It's an expressive way to offer thanks at your concert

Offering the reassurance that only nature can bring, this original concert work reminds us that at the end of every day, there will be stars. A lilting piano motive weaves and supports the cascading

Bridging styles and eras, this piece combines a traditional Latin text and words of Plato with an alternately upbeat contemporary choral feel and a section of more ancient chant-like open harmonies.

An optional opening solo sets up this dreamy choral that inspires us all to grow and make our dreams blossom into endless possibilities. A supportive arpeggiated accompaniment, conservative vocal ranges,

Featuring a text by John Jacobson and a simple Latin phrase meaning "love is everything," this original work is a powerful song of unity with a world-music vibe. The body percussion and optional conga part

In recent years, our addiction to our devices has negatively affected our ability to focus and to connect with each other. This piece explores the perils of technology addiction and offers hope through

Lovely lyrical melodic lines are paired with Sara Teasdale's text that celebrates the beauty of life. Available in a variety of voicings, it is an ideal piece to develop tone, phrasing, and artistry in