Collegiate & Advanced Repertoire

As recorded by Sweet Honey in the Rock, this extraordinary a cappella piece speaks of the precious gifts of life and loved ones. Newly updated by a scholarly committee dedicated to Dr. Barnwell's works,

Lightning strikes in the dark of night! A house in the Italian countryside appears and disappears in an instant. Take your audience and singers on a spellbinding journey that is as relentless as a building

Titled with a Somali word used in Kenyan refugee camps, this piece touches upon a refugee's dream of resettlement as well as experiences of despair and struggle. A repetitive four-note motif and interplay

This is an evocative, folk-like setting of Yeats' poem The Lake Isle of Innisfree. The modal vocal writing is both simple and sophisticated and always expressive of the yearning in Yeats' words.

The essence of Christmas is dramatically captured in the setting of this contemporary Christmas offering. Walk with Mary as she prepares for the birth of her son, alone and afraid. Experience the miracle of

Rhythmic ostinatos, cluster harmonies, and soaring soprano lines are all present in this exciting a cappella concert work, possessing all the elements you'd expect from the composer of Veni, Veni

Rhythmic and dramatic, this exciting piece is the perfect way to open your holiday concert. The traditional Latin text is given a perfectly crafted modern setting with optional body percussion and driving

Highly rhythmic in both accompaniment and voices with independent vocal lines, this work simply radiates energy with a message of hope and empowerment: "To the stars through difficulties, look upward, move

The first movement from the "It Is Happiness" choral suite is rescored for SSAA or SAB choir with piano and flute obbligato. Mary Oliver's text is given a fresh and lively setting that emulates the joy one

Hoping to inspire reconciliation on a community and individual level, the composer seeks to build a caring community and find unity through this melodic piece. Blending elements of pop and gospel, and

Higgins' setting of this popular folk song opens simply and then moves along with gradually increasing contrapuntal interest. The lovely arpeggiated piano accompaniment flows gently alongside the vocal

This African American spiritual has a jazz tinge to it, but also touches on contemporary classical. Lush vocals and a well-crafted piano part (taken from Beloved Spirituals, #11380803) combine to

With Spanish lyrics from Mirem de Ondiz written to portray the story of an immigrant who is missing her previous home, this lament is both expressive and personal. The a cappella divisi texture uses

An original melody hailing from the traditional Acadian and Quebecois practice of turlutte (mouth reel or mouth music), this sparkling a cappella work imitates an instrumental reel or jig with

From the large choral work, "The Unarmed Child." There's really no way to appropriately recognize your lost child's birthday, Jeremy said as he and Jennifer talked about what life has been like for their

This well-known Italian madrigal by Orazio Vecchi is offered in two voicings, enabling singers to be successful while staying true to the style of the period.

Now Available for SAB. This 13th-century carol has been arranged in a contemporary style that retains some of its ancient roots. With intertwining voices and interesting two-against-three rhythms, it has a

A relatively recent carol, this piece works in both the church and school holiday settings. Delicate part writing and clear sections will make this a bright spot in your Christmas program. A curriculum

The Sharon Gratto Global Music Series is dedicated to providing historical context to multicultural and folk music. This arrangement of the classic tune attributed to Huddie Ledbetter is accompanied by a

This tranquil original work celebrates the metamorphosis from fall into winter. A perennial favorite selection for fall concerts, the text and tune capture the turning of the leaves in song.

A farewell chorus in Mozart's "Cosi fan tutte" serves as a perfect match for this text, which is adapted from In paradisum and Chorus angelorum. The sheer beauty of this music provides a

This very accessible piece pairs a beautifully written vocal and piano score with the Langston Hughes poem that warns us to "Hold fast to dreams... for when dreams go, life is a barren field frozen with