SATB Secular Concert Choral Music

Dan Forrest's SATB divisi setting of a poem by the late Jake Adam York is simply stunning! Both the poet and composer were inspired by the old hymn Abide with Me and elements of that

Pulitzer prizewinning composer Shulamit Ran provides a grand statement in praise of the pursuit of knowledge. Wisdom, understanding, and learning are highlighted as the means to justice, judgment, and

This rich arrangement of the second movement of Rachmaninov's Second Piano Concerto for wordless a cappella voices was written for Harry Christophers and The Sixteen. Chilcott artfully reimagines a

The timeless music of John Ness Beck surrounds a penetrating text that recognizes the power within each of us to be "a beacon for the world, a torch that will never die" as we reach out with comfort,

Close harmonies and a lyrical melody paint the sense of longing one feels after losing a loved one. An exploration of dissonance and resolve, this a cappella piece provides comfort in a time of

William Blake's poem is one that is often analyzed because of the symbolism in his words. In the same way that the sunflower follows in search of the sun, so do we search for meaning in life. The music

This selection includes a modern reimagining of chant elements combined with a multi-metric feel and joyful melody. Great for a concert or church service with advanced singers.

This profound work is set to a stunning 16th century love poem, which translates "You are the Love of my Soul." A deeply emotive composition, the work contains a rich harmonic language and lucid vocal

Translated as Who Is Silvia?, this Schubert chamber work for solo voice is now adapted for mixed choir. Text is in German throughout; an English translation is provided in the introductory

Written in the modern folk style, composer Allen Koepke has provided an inspirational, allegorical text that is sure to delight. The piano lends dramatic support to the finely styled vocal parts. A frequent

Featuring the poem Everyone Sang by Siegfried Sassoon, written shortly after the end of World War I, Armistice 1918 is a celebratory work stemming from themes of victory and revolution.

This piece explores the theme of hope through a rich homophonic texture, contrasted with a brief solo section in which individual voices punctuate a dissonant background swirling with brief melodies. Rising

A beautiful a cappella tone poem, set on a text by Amy Lowell, that evokes winds sweeping through the trees, wild joy, and the light of a single bright star piercing through the night. Varying harmonic

Respected film composer Hans Zimmer's wordless tribute to those who lost their lives or were affected by the 2012 shooting in Aurora, Colorado. A stunning addition to the repertoire for advanced choirs.

This piece from the set Madrigals for the Seasons conjures up vivid images of autumn: the fading of summer flowers, the colors of the leaves, the browning of the fields. The musical setting is

A work for more advanced choirs, Be for Me the Earth incorporates the beautiful poetry of Sara Teasdale in this a cappella setting. Largely homophonic, this work allows your choir to explore tone,

Extracted from the five-movement work "A Vision Unfolding," this movement stands alone as a call to justice. With the drive of the snare drum, the blow of the bugle, and the declamatory choral writing, the

The iconic poem by Ella Wheeler Wilcox is set here in a lilting and gentle composition that may be performed by an ensemble or by a full choir. Peaceful, serene, and comforting, this was commissioned by

Commissioned to mark the occasion of the total solar eclipse in 2017, this cinematic selection was broadcast across the Pacific Northwest of the United States as millions experienced the totality of the