Collegiate & Advanced Repertoire

Dating back to the 1850s, this lively sea shanty is most likely inspired by the events of the Mexican–American War and combines elements of both contemporary music and Latin American rhythms. Opening

"The Dawn’s awake! The dawn of a thousand dreams and thrills and music singing in the hills. A paen of eternal spring voices the new awakening." With a fiery, optimistic text from Otto Bohanan, this

James Joyce's well-known poem is beautifully set to music in this lovely lullaby for treble choirs with piano and optional harp. A stunning showcase piece for concerts or festivals, the choral writing is

A spiritual song from the Luo people of Kenya, this arrangement is highly accessible and authentic. With or without percussion, it has simple harmonies, plenty of repetition, conservative vocal ranges, and

Written for a cappella mixed choir and soloist(s), this arrangement of the traditional spiritual is set with an authentic rhythmic feel that showcases the harmonic texture. It's a great choice for concerts

With plenty of rhythmic energy and dynamic contrast, this lively arrangement of the traditional spiritual by one of the top names in the choral world is sure to be a concert highlight for your mixed or

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

Perfect for holiday concerts or any time of year, this original a cappella piece is great fun and quick to learn. Written in Kiswahili, in the Maasai idiom in East Africa, it includes a phonetic

A strong unifying text from Colleen Carhuff states "No notes are as connected as the souls that sing them, and no soul is happier than when surrounded by their friends. We are one!" A wonderful choice for

This beautiful memorial recalls beautiful memories of a lost loved one who will never be forgotten. The lyrical lines and antiphonal singing between the parts symbolize the lingering memories while a depth

The impact of the wind is felt in this poem by Anne Bronte. The musical texture moves along with a contemporary a cappella feel that imitates the flowing motion of the wind. Upbeat and joyful, the harmonies

A thought-provoking text from Rumi graces this original concert work in a Romantic style. Lush choral writing, interesting and soaring vocal lines for all, and a stunning piano accompaniment allow your

"Play me the music I cannot hear." A beautiful and heartwarming original work about neurodiversity, it is written in the form of a conversation flowing along with plenty of rhythmic interest and sometimes

Rhythmic and joyful, this unique and thought-provoking concert work is a call to action for all humankind to embrace that which is best and most noble in society. Using a text from Lebanese poet Michel

This setting of the evocative Sara Teasdale poem tells a story about how experiencing nature and music can inspire deep love and happiness. Soaring vocal lines combined with rich, dissonant harmonies and a

With glorious suspensions and modern parallel a cappella movement, this original piece explores the promises we can make to the people we love to wait with them through the difficult seasons of life. With

Ella Wheeler Wilcox's text encourages us that if we are patient and persistent, everything will turn out all right. This gentle setting has contemporary speech-driven rhythms and a piano part that provides

Swinging with optimism in four-part harmony, advanced treble ensembles will enjoy learning and performing this piece with a text by British poet William Brighty Rands. A supportive and artistic piano

"Hold this thought when far away from those you love who cannot stay." This tender and thought-provoking text gives a message of strength and unconditional love. The a cappella choral texture brings life

Sweeping, emotive choral lines envelop Eugene Field's well-known poem Christmas Eve in this beautiful lullaby setting from a Hollywood film score composer. Lush harmonies allow choirs to express

Charles Baudelaire's French text is perfectly paired in an evocative setting with soaring vocal lines that hearkens back to great French Impressionistic chansons. Delicious tensions in the two-against-three

A poignant and emotional tribute to mothers, this setting of the Rudyard Kipling text is filled with depth and maturity. Deep harmonies and an imaginative piano part perfectly paint the text and help to

Rhythmic and exciting, this original setting of Christopher Schmicker's poem paints a text that reflects on the nature of the moonlight, a literal reflection of sunlight, even when the sun is not visible.

The traditional Irish folk song is wrapped in a gorgeous eight-part a cappella setting with expanded harmonies. The flowing, memorable melody is surrounded with lilting motives and an elegant harmonization