Brehm Composition Winner-Winner of the 2018 prestigious Brehm composition competition at the University of Michigan here is a Walt Whitman text that seems to float in the air like the stars it is about. Very subtle dynamic contrasts require a skilled choir and thorny dissonances establish a contemporary harmonic language. Winner of the 2018 prestigious Brehm composition competition at the University of Michigan here is a Walt Whitman text that seems to float in the air like the stars it is about. Very subtle dynamic contrasts require a skilled choir and thorny dissonances establish a contemporary harmonic language.

Here is a song of happiness set in a minor key. The harmonic language acknowledges that we can't have joy without recognizing its opposite. The undertones point out that this is not just an exultation of happiness but also suggests how we emerge from darkness and pain back into light. The music captures this duality in ever-shifting prismatic harmonies. Here is a song of happiness set in a minor key. The harmonic language acknowledges that we can't have joy without recognizing its opposite. The undertones point out that this is not just an exultation of happiness but also suggests how we emerge from darkness and pain back into light. The music captures this duality in ever-shifting prismatic harmonies.

A beautiful love poem is here set in a rhythmic and energetic fashion. The kind of energy brought to real romance and relationships. The melodies are angular and unsettled like a good marriage. And the piano accompaniment propels the music forward with hope for a long and prosperous future. A beautiful love poem is here set in a rhythmic and energetic fashion. The kind of energy brought to real romance and relationships. The melodies are angular and unsettled like a good marriage and the piano accompaniment propels the music forward with hope for a long and prosperous future.

Eugene Rogers Choral Series-Commissioned by the University of Michigan Men's Glee Club. This Megan Levad text centers on World War 1 and The United States joining the Allies fighting there. It remembers our young people who gave their lives in the meadows hills and towns of Europe. This is a war poem in the form of a larger sonnet but one that takes a larger historical perspective than simply focusing on The war to end all wars. The music ends with an expression of joy coming from the poet's metaphysical view that The Good is always possible.

This beautiful Swedish folk hymn is beautifully set for the concert stage. The SATB divisi a cappella setting allows for subtle changes between verses and requires richness of tone and child-like simplicity.

Joni Jensen Choral Series-This text is most famous for being set by Samuel Barber. This setting for piano cello and women's choir is lush and distinct for its contemporary harmonies and constant motion in the accompaniment. Utilizing the full range of the female voice and wide dynamics this is perfect for the mature women's choir.

The spontaneity and charm of Mozart are evident in this brief choral work. Contrasting sections allow considerable space for musical interpetations. Two violins and cello or continuo help to create an authentic and stylistic performance. Originally written for the best soloists and instrumentalists in Munich this delightful work by the 19 year old prodigy is a joy and a challenge for any fine choir.

Eugene Rogers Choral Series-Considered by choral scholars to be the first notated vocal polyphony in the Americas this hymn tune from Peru but written in a European classical style is a wonderful addition to the mens choir repertoire. An IPA pronunciation guide is includedwith the octavo as well as percussion parts for three hand percussion players. This arrangement also works well when performed a cappella.

Mark Foster-Originally written to be accompanied by two pianos this new edition has masterfully captured the essence of two and delivered a new exciting edition.

Written for the Luther College/ Weston Noble Alumni Choir here is a delicate setting of the beautiful Pete Seeger song. Accompanied by classical guitar-- with optional electric guitar or piano parts also included--soloists are employed to sing the verses while the chorus underscores. The refrains are filled in by the chorus and reflect the verses in intensity and color.

Swiss composer Ivo Antognini has created a beautiful and transparent setting of this standard text of mercy and peace. At times sounding like Gregorian chant and at other times completely contemporary. Project Encore has found this work to be of exceptional merit. Its panel of internationally known conductors has selected the work for inclusion in its database of recommended choral music. Swiss composer Ivo Antognini has created a beautiful and transparent setting of this standard text of mercy and peace. At times sounding like Gregorian chant and at other times completely contemporary. Project Encore has found this work to be of exceptional merit. Its panel of internationally known conductors has selected the work for inclusion in its database of recommended choral music.

With a melody by Rolf Lovland Brendan Graham was struggling to find a lyric and a theme that was sensitive enough for Rolf's gorgeous tune. Brendan's daughter was leaving home for a year's study in Sydney her first time away from home for such a spell. The night before she left Brendan sat on the side of her bed like he had done so many times when she was a child telling stories and singing her little songs. The results are this beautiful lullaby for an older child. Desmond Earley has made the choral arrangement.

This traditional Irish folk song sub-titled The Wealthy Woman has reached worldwide popularity thanks to the popular folk ensemble Celtic Woman. Desmond Earley has created this arrangement using vocal whispers body percussion and divisi choir to create a vocal orchestra that will bring the house down. Baritone and soprano solo sections give your singers a change to really shine.

Rudyard Kipling lost his son in a war. Here is a composition written for a classmate who was killed in a car accident. The sense of loss in Kipling's words reflect on loss yet offer hope. The imagery of the sea and the feeling of searching inform the composition in ways unexplainable and yet obvious with an opening clarinet statement that is mournful and the ongoing harmonic language from the choir that is unsettled and shifting. This is a powerful concert selection that will require your choirs full range of emotions.

Exigence-Here is a traditional Xhosa folk song once again authentically arranged by the director of the Pretoria Youth Choir Lhente-Mari Pitout. Created to be sung in the original Xhosa language an IPA pronunciation guide along with a poetic translation is provided making an aouthentic performance easy to realize. Here is a traditional Xhosa folk song once again authentically arranged by the director of the Pretoria Youth Choir Lhente-Mari Pitout. Created to be sung in the original Xhosa language an IPA pronunciation guide along with a poetic translation is provided making an aouthentic performance easy to realize.

This classic folk tune has been given a stylistic concert setting. Divisi in all parts the vocal arrangement mimics the instruments that are associated with this style of music.

Jonathan Palant Choral Series-This new and rhythmic setting of the traditional Latin text is perfect for teaching about minor keys as well as a great opportunity to strngthen your choirs ability to sing independently of the piano. The 8 word Latin text allows you to teach unification of vowels and the pure vowel sound required of Latin.

Jonathan Palant Choral Series-Written in a classical style this new setting of the traditional text affords your students the opportunity to explore classical articulation form and contrast. Very accessible for young singers.

This standard Christmas Carol has been re-imagined by Tom Trenney. Tom asks What are we planning to do to this poor baby when we get there? Why do we sing O come let us adore Him with such bombast. Tom sets the opening quietly gently. Then being transformed when we first behold Him the music reflects this sense of awe and wonder. Tender delicate and completely true to the text singers and listeners will find new meaning in this beautiful new setting.

Here is an original concert spiritual for SATB choir tenor solo and piano that is accessible for most high school choirs and worthy of the best collegiate and community choirs. Using the full range of dynamics contemporary harmonies and a jazzy piano accompaniment this is a perfect concert closer.