This setting keeps the favorite spiritual rooted in the past but sounding fresh and new. This energetic arrangement was premiered at the ACDA National Conference in 2015 - it's a great concert closer that

This powerfully descriptive piece by Paul Doust uses programmatic musical elements that mirror the lyrics. The text is an anonymous, Gaelic blessing with poetic words and images. Paul's setting is fresh and

French composer, Emile Paladilhe (1844-1926), was a friend of Gounod whose compositions epitomize the French late romantic style. The fluid melody bounces gently on a buoyant and beckoning harmonic stream,

Using a beautiful accompaniment by Robert Schumann as his foundation, Tom Cuffari generates a setting of the Ave Maris Stella (Hail, Star of the Sea) text. A handsome concert piece for high school,

The original 14th-century plainsong is the point of departure for a fresh, new setting of this Latin text. This gorgeous work is suitable for advanced ensembles in either a secular or sacred

This energetic piece from the Indian Himalayas has the lilt of a folk song and a message for the ages.  Selected for the Elena Sharkova Choral Series and premiered in the U.S. at the ACDA National

This delightful setting of the traditional French carol is light and delicate with even a few Celtic twists! The ranges are moderate, and the piano accompaniment moves the arrangement along with a

This lovely song of hopes and dreams is scored for SSA voices, piano and optional percussion. Treble choirs from high school through college will enjoy the beautiful melody, ethereal harmonies and effective

At the request of a publisher Beethoven provided simple folk song arrangements which could be performed by amateur musicians.  Between the years of 1809 and 1820 he composed about 150 Welsh, English,

This original Christmas piece contains those lush, jazzy harmonic colors that warm our hearts and has lyrics that capture the essence of all that is good about the Christmas season!

A veteran arranger like Vijay Singh knows when to let simplicity shine and when to bring in enhancements to a traditional melody like this one. He patiently waits unti we are well invested in the song

From the amazing arranger for Pentatonix comes this creative and satisfying arrangement of the Irish folk song. Using the traditional melody and scored for tenor/bass choir, this work is truly

In the SSAA voicing, this piece went viral when the Colorado All-State Treble Choir sang from the balconies in a hotel lobby! This a cappella arrangement of the folk hymn made popular in the movie "O

Starting with an opening fanfare, the piece immediately dives into a delightful 11/8 rhythm that both feels natural and is fun. Through rhythmic and key center changes with wonderful harmonic moments and

Simplicity often gives way to purity and beauty, and that is the case with James Gossler's setting of this Irish room blessing.  Serving as a concert closer or benediction, the words bring peace and

This piece, set to a dramatic text by Wendell Berry, features an active piano part, body percussion, and a mix of speaking and singing. The initial aggression of hate is later balanced by a lyrical

In this nuanced piece for experienced ensembles, the audience is invited to "hear my voice pierce the ceiling of the waves" as expressed by close harmonies and artistic text painting. Taken from the Book of

Stacey Gibbs knows how to pump fresh blood into a Spiritual while keeping it well-rooted.  Selected for the Jefferson Johnson Male Chorus Series, this setting is truly "sweet." The rhythm is easy,

A sprightly and refreshing piece, this fits perfectly in any program about spring, nature, or singing itself. It reminds us that, although often overlooked, there were many fine women composers active in

Jubilate is not only a joyful and rhythmically interesting piece, it is also one of the most versatile. Best performed antiphonally, it has two choir parts that echo and answer one another and can

Daniel Hughes has arranged this delightful English folk song as a madrigal. A jovial piece that encourages partying with a most proper spirit, the music serves well at any concert or madrigal dinner feast.