Collegiate Choral Concert Music

With lyrics by the composer, this sensitive ballad expresses the importance of finding peace and strength even during the darkest times. Accessible ranges and part writing, in addition to a universal

Sara Teasdale's love poem is beautifully set in a lilting, dreamlike texture that gradually unfolds from two-part to four-part divisi. The melody has a lovely phrase structure, and the interplay between the

Based on the Japanese art of kintsukuroi, filling cracked pieces of pottery with gold, this work encourages us to see the beauty in the flaws of others. Layers of ostinatos and close a cappella

The Latin phrase Dum spiro spero translates to "While I breathe, I hope." The phrase is of indeterminate origin and is featured as the motto for several places and organizations, including the U.S.

Based on a folk song discovered by the composer while visiting Norway, this arrangement offers flexibility in voicing options and accompaniment for various ensembles. The text, translated from Norwegian

This extended single-movement work is an evocative composition inspired by the impact of isolation and tragedy on society and individuals. The third movement of Beethoven's F Major String Quartet, Op. 135,

A thoughtful setting of Freya Manfred's text Who We Are When We Don't Know Who We Are, this through-composed piece effectively uses open spaces and silence to contrast thicker choral textures to

Meticulously crafted to a stirring text, this piece opens with a powerful statement, angular and pointed. Body percussion transitions the music into a developed groove, offset by syncopated rhythms and

This life-affirming text from Sara Teasdale is treated to satisfying development and flowing, lyrical vocal and piano lines. All voices are affirmed and engaged equally, and what begins as a relatively

This work begins intimately and develops dynamically, with poetic text from the composer. Simple musical ideas evolve throughout the piece, mirroring the complexity of human relationships. Changes in key

Treble choirs young and old will appreciate the part-writing, repeated patterns, and icy energy of Shakespeare's text. This piece is filled with delightful surprises, including percussion, some aleatoric

This work offers a resonant, contemporary message combined with powerful writing for treble voices and a featured soloist. A protest anthem that advocates for justice and equality, the choral parts are

This piece celebrates the treble voice in all of its capabilities. Utilizing innovative compositional techniques and rapidly shifting vocal syllables to achieve bright clusters and angular lines, advanced

This work is a fresh setting of the Requiem Mass. The work, for soloists, chorus, and orchestra, takes its name from the poem by Elaine Goodale Eastman, incorporated as the fourth movement. Compositionally,

Here is an elegant and joyful welcoming to the season of Christmas. The text invites the warmth of the season to permeate our hearts and the distance we create between ourselves by inviting in the fire of

This gorgeous setting of an incredible text by Marisha Chamberlain emphasizes the importance of community and strength in difficult times.

This powerful anthem incorporates both the text and melody from Martin Luther's famous hymn Vom Himmel hoch. This new hymn with a commissioned text by poet Michael Dennis Browne works beautifully

This Christmas piece is sweet and joyful, with a beautiful a cappella choral texture that is simple yet stunning. Peaceful and reverent, it features some very beautiful close harmonies that will warm the

This flexible setting of a modern nativity text is memorable, charming, and a wonderful addition to your holiday program. Set for a children's choir and a women's community choir, it features an

A somber song in honor of an Afghani poet, this is one of the most poignant moments in "Songs for Muska." This quiet and soulful piece is well suited for use as a memorial or as a reflective concert

This empowering piece for treble voices is rhythmic and full of color. Sometimes we need reassurances that it's okay to be who we are, and this challenging work will invigorate your singers with confidence