Tributes and Memorials

As recorded by Sweet Honey in the Rock, this extraordinary a cappella piece speaks of the precious gifts of life and loved ones. Newly updated by a scholarly committee dedicated to Dr. Barnwell's works,

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

Is there someone in your life who has made a significant positive impact? As performed by the One Voice Children's Choir, this unison (or solo) pop-style ballad is a tribute to those who have touched our

Celebrating relationships with lasting impact, this piece is an apt tribute or good-bye song that works in a variety of settings. Easily learned, it also features optional instrumentation that is flexible

With a contemporary writing style, a featured soloist, and a memorable hook, this encouraging song about determination and character celebrates individuality as well as those who have influenced us in a

Heartfelt and memorable, this beautiful original work about remembering a loved one is both hopeful and poignant. Written in a popular song style, the lyrical melody begins in unison and eventually blossoms

Written after the passing of a friend, this simple and eloquent expression of tenderhearted friendship, love, and grief brings hope for brighter days ahead. Set with an optional string accompaniment, it is

Made famous by Josh Groban, this heartfelt inspirational ballad offers an expression of appreciation for those who make a positive impact in our lives. Accessible part writing makes this arrangement easy to

Combining Simple Gifts and the Going Home theme from Dvorak's "New World" symphony in partner-song format, this is easy to perform with a minimum of rehearsal. A lyrical violin part adds

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

Eradio Martinez - composer, educator, and winner of the 2023 Emily Crocker Emerging Composer Competition - set the words of Christina Rossetti's iconic poem Remember into an emotional musical

A simple folk-like melody builds to dense, dramatic harmonies in this a cappella choral that tugs at the heartstrings. Especially effective for those who are dealing with grief, the climactic passages can

This piece speaks of new beginnings and the hope that accompanies them. Perfect for any graduation or celebration of moving on, or as a tribute to a departing friend, the sensitive part-writing and

Celebrating the time of youth when the body is full of life, this song explores the aging process and how our memories can provide strength and joy from earlier days. The music is simple and accessible to

Stephen Bock's poignant text asks where a loved one has gone now that death has come. With its rising motives, this setting for unaccompanied mixed divisi chorus and two soloists beautifully captures the

A gorgeous setting of a popular remembrance text. This is a beautiful synthesis of Indian and Western choral writing, including a "garland of ragas" woven over the quiet elegance of the text that your

Need a song to celebrate important people? This cute tribute song is the perfect way to thank teachers, parents, grandparents, administrators, bus drivers, or whoever else should be appreciated in your

Written in honor and memory of a beloved chorus teacher, the words are inspired by thoughts from her students, paying homage to the impact she had on countless students. It honors all teachers and the

From the Grammy-nominated work The Lost Birds, this selection is a setting of Emily Dickinson's poem "The Saddest Noise, the Sweetest Noise". It begins the story of The Lost Birds in spring:

This is a richly harmonic setting of a Christina Rossetti poem about holding on to the memories of one who has departed.

Growth, change, love and loss - these are all a part of growing to adulthood. This gentle original offers an introspective look at these emotions with accessible and well-crafted pop-style harmonies and a

This setting of the traditional Latin text was written as a memorial with a soothing and calming effect. The piece opens with a solo, then moves into contemporary harmonies along with some polyphonic vocal

The traditional Latin text and original musical setting help to express our hope for peace and healing for our world, as well as to give space to honor and mourn all that has been lost. Part of the

"If I could turn back time, I would not let you die, and you'd live that life of hope." This important and moving piece was written as a musical response to the sudden loss of a student by suicide. Several