Music for Tributes & Memorials

Written after the passing of a friend, this simple and eloquent expression of tenderhearted friendship, love, and grief brings hope for brighter days ahead. Set with an optional string accompaniment, it is

Elegant simplicity is the hallmark of this shimmering setting of a favorite text: "Set me as a seal upon your heart ... for love is as strong as death." Straightforward rhythms, careful management of vocal

Here is a lyric beauty for treble or mixed voices, with lovely legato lines, a gorgeous piano part, and a picturesque text. "In my song there's a race through a wild green meadow, the sunshine so bright in

This beautiful song offers lyrics about exploring the world and life experiences while staying connected with where you came from and knowing you can always return home. It provides a fresh angle for a

A beautiful secular winter song perfect for December choir concerts, this tender lullaby combines snapshots of winter scenes with the sentimentality of life's fleeting moments. Winter Lullaby is a

New York Voices hit a home run with their beautiful and poignant rendition of this song. This arrangement is an excellent singable adaptation for choirs featuring very close harmonies that reflect the

From the dedication: "Let this song be a reminder that every life matters and that there is always someone who cares." This rock ballad was released by Linkin Park after their lead singer, Chester

The classic poem written by Mary Elizabeth Frye is delivered beautifully in this arrangement with featured solo and duet parts complemented by the ethereal voices of the choir underneath, as performed by

This heartfelt musical salute honors first responders who provide aid and comfort in the wake of any adverse situation. With a directly stated vital message and memorable tune, it flows nicely with lots of

Psalm 23 remains one of the most comforting texts to those who are afflicted with pain, loss, and grief. This original piece sets Hebrew and English texts with a soaring melody, beautiful harmonies, and

This beautifully written setting of one of the best known poems from World War I makes good use of mixed meter, long phrases, and lovely harmonic moments to create a poignant selection for remembrance of

In the midst of pain, of war, of brokenness... we choose love. We choose community. What better way to share this message than through powerful song...  and that's exactly what you'll find here. This

The words and music of Without You reflect how grief and doubt well up in us when we lose someone we love. Repetitive, lulling musical swells reflect the waves of overwhelming emotions we move

Elaine Hagenberg's exquisite a cappella setting of a text by American poet Edith Franklin Wyatt speaks of companionship and the joys of sharing it as we travel along the road of life. Gorgeous harmonies,

Tyler Clementi put a face on the consequences of cruelty. Through the Tyler Clementi Foundation, tens of thousands of youth and adults have been inspired to speak out and stand up in the face of bullying,

Deeply expressive, an old poem is treated with rich harmonies to become a moving closer for concerts or festivals. Written with an ear to the a cappella glee club tradition, the incorporation of Dvorak's

Conceived as a way to honor the bravery of military men and women, as well as honoring mentors whose hard work, achievements and sacrifices inspire us daily. The full texture for tenor-bass choirs is

This brief but poignant a cappella work begins with a melding of the music and text in a bittersweet way. The music grows more animated as it progresses, adding quite a bit of dissonance to the harmonic

A traditional memorial text with spiritual roots has been adapted by the composer in a setting that is simple and honest. With an unadorned melody set in a beautiful musical language with open, transparent

Swing your way into autumn with this stunning vocal jazz selection by noted arranger Paris Rutherford. Close jazz harmonies, optional solos, and extended section "scat" riffs distinguish this vocal jazz