Based on Hildegard of Bingen's traditional chant and inspired by her agile and hypnotic lines, this piece emulates its text about the wind. Xylophone obbligato, finger cymbals, and tambourine heighten the
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With a classic text by Walt Whitman, Each of Us speaks to our shared humanity and rights, the responsibility we have to the earth and its blessings, and our limitless human possibilities. The piece
Siegfried Sassoon's text depicts the unbridled joy at the end of the First World War mixed with bittersweet sorrow. The final phrase, "the singing will never be done" hints at the irony of this joy amid
This Advent piece is a reimagined Magnificat for the modern world, portraying Mary as a warrior who sings for the voiceless and stands up for justice. It also weaves in the familiar O Come, O Come,
A bluesy partner song incorporating the folk song Wayfaring Stranger with Christina Rossetti's well-known verse that is used in In the Bleak Midwinter. This two-part piece works well with
"I'm not the person I used to be, I'm not the person I want to be, but I'm becoming... home to myself." This simple original song of individual growth and self-discovery is an ideal choice for younger
This powerful song about hope, love, and peace offers flexible voicing. Options to perform in SSA, Unison, or SSAB make it accessible to choirs of all ages and abilities.
Composed for the Voices of Hope, a women's prison choir, this powerful text written by a choir member speaks to all of us who are in need of any kind of help. Set with just a bass line, the choral lines
A 21st-century hymn of hope and love for all on a simple unifying text from Kate Tucker. "Loving will reach us, touch us, teach us: Loving will lead us on."
This atmospheric setting for treble voices of the traditional Song of Mary and Song of Simeon texts is unaccompanied with a meterless feel. Set with English lyrics, both movements shimmer with assertive
Featuring a soloist or a treble trio as well as a two-part voicing, this accessible piece is a vibrant call for peace. With a catchy theme that sits well in the voice, great energy, and fun added
Perfect for younger singers, this song blends the positive message of spreading peace, love, hope, and joy with an upbeat tune. The text is based on a quote from Mother Teresa. The setting may be performed
A driving gospel number fun for both your choir and pianists with its full 4-hand piano accompaniment. Based on Psalm 118 "This is the day the Lord has made".
This original setting of some of the lesser-known verses of Amazing Grace has an old American folk feel. A cappella, with open harmonies that ring together like a Sacred Harp hymn, this rousing
Made popular by artists like Joan Baez and Dolly Parton, this traditional Appalachian folk song is narrated from a young woman's perspective, telling of lessons she learned from her mother's struggles. This
Unexpected harmonies and a playful barbershop-style tag characterize this short yet challenging arrangement of the traditional anthem.
A call to the creative spirit in all of us, the initial haunting chant invocation leads to a lively mixed-meter section that layers and builds throughout the piece. The concise text is in Latin, accessible
Jodi Gustafson's text is brought to life in this communion piece. Add the optional percussion, bass guitar, and flute to enhance the syncopated groove.
Emily Dickinson's poem is set with unaccompanied harmonies that speak to the darkly mysterious quality portrayed in the text. Useful at any time of year, but especially effective for the winter solstice or
This lovely original song has the feel of an Irish ballad. It opens with a solo voice and continues to add layers until it achieves its four-part texture. Performed a cappella or with an optional guitar
Here's a joyous opener with handbell accompaniment to add some sparkle to your holiday concert or service. The 15th-century text is a familiar though slightly updated excerpt of Wolcum Yole from
This heartfelt piece expresses the intimacy of choral singing that's special to so many of us. Simple harmonies, a soaring melodic refrain, an a cappella section of full harmony, and sincere moments of
With just flute accompaniment, the otherwise a cappella setting of an anonymous 16th-century carol from Gascony is a unique Christmas selection with a Middle Eastern feel that evokes the timelessness of the