Collegiate & Advanced Repertoire

A traditional spiritual in a stylized gospel setting, this arrangement is designed for all voice parts, with unison lines to suit choirs of any size and skill level. True to Thomas' style, the piano brings

Setting Elizabeth Allen's haiku, this dynamic choral work pulsates with rousing rhythms and intricate ostinati, echoing the call to stand up for justice. Part of the song cycle Voices Without

Crafted for double choir and two soloists, this contemporary work reflects on the experiences of immigrants to the United States. It can be performed antiphonally, immersing the audience in the impact of

Here is an original concert gospel work with a fierce piano accompaniment that will bring excitement and variety to your next performance. Quoting the familiar spiritual Roll, Jordan, Roll and

Immerse your ensemble in a collision of classical and gospel influences. Luscious harmonies, captivating modulations, and irresistibly singable vocal lines support an improvised solo in the signature gospel

This sophisticated psalm setting is appropriate for your Lenten service or your developed ensembles. The piano part is harmonically supportive, and the vocal lines are infused with chant sensibilities.

Opening with a soulful chorus that expresses deep sentiment, the texture opens up to vividly describe falling stars in the A section. The contrasting B section poignantly alludes to the impending second

This gospel selection will captivate performers and audiences alike. Powerful part writing and an improvised solo highlight this impactful piece, perfect for church services or community concerts.

Originally crafted for the iconic Kathleen Battle and Jessye Norman concert of spirituals at Carnegie Hall in 1990, this piece brings forth slow, profound chordal passages, exquisite solo flute melodies,

With joyful music and lyrics, this original concert gospel work features lively piano accompaniment, percussion, and bass parts. Written for either mixed or tenor-bass choirs, the vocal scoring contributes

"Death, thou art welcome to my arms attended by a thousand charms..." The text dates back as far as 1818 and speaks to the human desire for a peaceful end to life in this exciting and contemporary setting

One of the most enduring spirituals gets a brilliant rendition in this arrangement for mixed voices. Blues nuances and stylized vocals are easy to master and exciting to sing, while the varied

This spectacular spiritual arrangement is inspiring and well written. With a play on words and some divisi near the end, the energetic writing will make this an exciting part of any service or concert!

Using "Alleluia" as the sole text, this piece takes the listener on a journey from a fanfare opening to a reflective middle and a triumphant end. Commissioned by the Orpheus Chamber Singers, this

Here is a beautiful love song, passionate and stirring. The bittersweet lyrics are of events that happen on "a golden day." In a modern a cappella style with lots of closely moving harmonies, this is a

Langston Hughes' oft-set text is given a fresh lyrical setting in this commission for the American Choral Directors Association. With a flowing piano accompaniment, sweeping melodic lines, lush harmonies,

"Where Quiet plays alone, sits and dreams, falls asleep." Sara Teasdale's poem shimmers in this plaintive a cappella setting for mixed choirs that artistically conveys the text and its personification of