Inspired by the Byrd Haec dies, this very accessible arrangement, using only the word "alleluia," provides a nice introduction to counterpoint and independent singing for a developing choir. Piano
In this expressive setting of a traditional Latin text, sweeping melodic lines and rich harmonies lead to an ending of quiet splendor. Mary Lynn composes some of the best music available for school choirs,
For the beginning SATB choir, this easy setting of the traditional Latin text is lyrical, expressive and easy to teach. A supportive yet contrasting piano accompaniment adds just the right touch to the
Flexibly voiced for SATB or SAB, this setting of the traditional English melody is expressive and accessible. With rich voicing in comfortable ranges, the arrangement lends itself to focus on choral balance
"There will be rest, and sure stars shining over the rooftops crowned with snow, a reign of rest, serene forgetting, the music of stillness holy and low." This masterful setting of Sara Teasdale's
"All out on the old railroad, all out on the sea...as far as I could see...swing and turn, Jubilee!" This invigorating Appalachian folk selection musically generates vivid images of American westward
This setting of the well-known Elizabethan poem utilizes contemporary harmonies and a tightly knit choral fabric to exude the emotions of the text. River-themed ostinati and cascading sixteenth notes in the
"Why does the willow weep? What secrets does she keep? Is there a broken heart beating beneath the bark, hidden in the dark?" Vividly poetic, with sweeping melodic and harmonic textures, this is a
Contemporary harmonies, cool syncopations in the vocal parts, and a rhythmically supportive accompaniment grace Victor C. Johnson's high energy setting of this favorite spiritual. This work is a marvelous