New Concert Secular, Folksongs, Madrigals, Patriotic and Light Concert

"Way up yonder above the moon, a bluebird sits in a silver spoon. Kitty alone and I..." This Irish nonsense song is a whirling, twirling kaleidoscope of sound - an excellent showcase for young treble

Changing the world starts with just one person! Using a powerful vocal call and response with body percussion, this original work builds confidence and self-awareness through the affirming lyrics and vocal

"Though you bind it to the blowing wind and you buckle it to the moon, the night will slip away like a sorrow or a tune." The poetry of Eleanor Farjeon is so evocative, and this setting is an excellent

Four hands on the keyboard give great drive to this very rhythmic, exciting and dramatic piece with a Sara Teasdale text. Chord clusters, close harmonies, and divisi in each voice part add to the depth and

This inspirational song encourages you to find your own voice and to feel empowered to have an impact on the world. Uplifting, positive, and joyful, this song is a perfect fit for any concert or ceremony,

Sarah Quartel's own inspiring text about the empowerment of singing is set to a catchy melody with imitative scat singing and a driving hand drum accompaniment. This piece has all the hallmarks of her

Set to the Latin Pulchra es amica mea text from Song of Solomon, this a cappella work is inspired by the beauty of the aurora borealis as seen by the composer in his native Norway.

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

A reflective text expressing gratitude, an appreciation for personal growth and past experiences, and the idea that even as everything appears to be changing, connections to loved ones will last forever.

With a powerful pop/gospel feel, this work captures the hopes and wishes of young people's thoughts on how to improve the world. Written in a youth song writing workshop, the idea of "rising as a people" is

This strong and emotional work was born out the spirit of hope that evolves when a community comes together in the face of a tragedy. Swirling winds and a raging storm are expressed with text painting, and

Robert Bode's text infuses this original song with a message of music advocacy and appreciation. The rhythmic piano accompaniment sets up a nice groove in the compound meter for the choral parts to stretch

Revolution is an uplifting and confident statement about empowerment, pursuing your dreams, and changing the world. The positive message in the lyrics points to a very bright future and a new

This vibrant celebration in classic ABA form has a nice, syncopated opening and a contrasting lyrical middle section. It consists primarily of unison writing with some easily taught moments of two- and

A beautiful and uplifting love song that addresses the universal subject of loss. This deeply emotional work has very accessible vocal lines with a supportive and flowing piano accompaniment.

A memorable melody and clever interplay between voices make this original piece a ghastly grim and gloriously gleeful change-of-pace concert offering for Halloween or any time of year. Perform with piano or

This setting of the Rachel Field poem is rich with mystery, anticipation and energy - quite different from other choral settings. An excellent choice for developing choirs, this up-tempo concert or contest

Originally cut from Disney's "Hunchback of Notre Dame" animated movie, but revived and placed as the final song in the Broadway stage production, this gorgeous ballad expresses Esmeralda's final hopes and

Always popular, this iconic song from the Broadway musical "Rent" is experiencing renewed interest. Arranged by former Kings' Singer Philip Lawson, this concert a cappella version has rich divisi

"Black as the midnight, and white as the snow; gold as the sunshine, my cat of calico." This folk song styled original features easy-to-sing harmonic patterns and a tongue twisting patter text that tells

This work is perfect for an emerging choir looking for something with a positive message and multiple opportunities to develop musical skills within appropriate ranges. This arrangement has close harmonies,

This powerful message is about mustering the courage to leap from one stage of life into the next. Melodic lines are juxtaposed with a lively piano accompaniment creating bold expressiveness and strong