Collegiate & Advanced Repertoire

In Southern Philippine culture, legend tells of the lion/dragon Arimaonga living in the skies and playfully swallowing the moon. The tradition of the Maranao people was to force the creature to release

Exploring the emotional contrasts of Psalm 137, a tragic story of loss and mourning threaded by nostalgia, this piece uses lyrical melodies embellished by chromatic accents and bombastic chords to bring

A soulful setting of the Nunc Dimittis, this piece evokes the same feeling of sacredness found in the majestic mountains and broad meadows of Appalachia. Juxtaposing freely... view details

This is a rich, intricately written work influenced by both American jazz vocal performance and the contrapuntal writing of Monteverdi, creating what the composer calls a "modern American

A whimsical, catchy piece, this is a fantastical story that alternates between comical moments and the profundity of youthful imagination. The hocketed harmonies and scale patterns are an opportunity for

This meditative setting of Thich Naht Hahn's poem resonates with the same quiet, ecstatic joy of the original text. The vocal lines alternate between layered polyphonic entrances and swelling homophony,

A textural wall of sound and color, this piece creates a musical landscape inspired by the human connection and the modern disconnect with nature. Originally commissioned by animation artist Evan Tedlock

This uplifting and inspirational declaration of freedom reflects the expansive mystery of the sea in both the text and music. The piece builds from a few repeated rhythmic motifs that alternate with

Wistful and introspective, this piece speaks to longing unfilled. The lush harmonies depict a romantic sensibility while the glissando textures throughout speak to the unrequited desires in the poetry. A

A fast and furious piece depicting the fierce power and beauty of the pre-World War II trains in the Philippines. The lyrics (in Tagalog, the national language of the Philippines) combine vast landscape

Part graphic score and part historical archive, this piece compiles images from the life and disappearance of Amelia Earhart to create a haunting performance opportunity. This piece is both an excellent

This set of whimsical choral miniatures for a cappella choir is a great introduction to working with uncommon performance techniques and sounds with the choir. The lyrics coalesce with lighthearted

Alternating between introspective devotional lines and bursts of rhythmic energy, this short piece hums with the same ecstatic energy as the Hafiz poetry at its center.

This setting of the contemporary Arab poet Khaled Abdallah is part of Marsh's Arabesques and focuses on rebirth after death. The haunting harmonies and meditative chants reinforce a deep sense of

A deeply lyrical piece, this traditional tro-glu (common dance song) text from Lo Monthang, Nepal, is sung in the Mustangi dialect. This selection gives an opportunity for soloists to shine

East meets West in this evocative and haunting collection of pieces setting poems by contemporary male Arab poets. Each tells a story of a woman they have known, and each is at a different stage of life. An

This playful meditation on the traditional Alleluia is a dancing song of praise that requires focus and mindfulness for choirs of all types. With interlocking rhythmic vocal patterns, this piece offers a

This piece is an energetic wild ride through an imaginative and emotionally evocative narrative. The rapid text flies by in a series of metric changes, with images of an apocalyptic world on fire.

This driving piece has a rhythmic energy with jazz harmonies and interlocking rhythms. With lyrics taken from a letter from Albert Einstein to President Roosevelt about the potential dangers of nuclear

This introspective work deals with the often-overlooked history of American concentration camps for Japanese and Japanese-Americans during World War II. The text is adapted from interviews with two women

This piece is a biting and soulful commentary on the horrifying ordinariness of mass shootings in America. Syncopated rhythms and soaring lyrical lines subtly show, rather than tell, the experience of

This selection includes a modern reimagining of chant elements combined with a multi-metric feel and joyful melody. Great for a concert or church service with advanced singers.

A lyrical setting of the Alleluia with an underlying ostinato chant that is both solemn and passionate. This is a stirring piece and makes a powerful opening number either a cappella or with organ