Songs of Hope

Emily Dickinson's familiar poem abounds with symbolism as the hope of a bird is brought to life. The musical setting utilizes a fluttering accompaniment, interesting harmonies, and a flowing melodic line

"Come with me and dream, putting all the tragedy behind you, letting hope and joy remind you to become the one who finds you when you dream." This inspirational song was made popular by the One Voice

This lovely selection has a message of peace and justice. Stated as a gentle prayer based on Psalm 85:10, it includes subtle harmonic hues in a gorgeous concert piece that will melt your audience's

A great new gospel song, this tune is destined to be a hit! The title is the refrain that answers every hardship that can come our way. Excellent energy, colorful blue notes, and rocking rhythms are the

This heartfelt cantata of gratitude and remembrance is a poignant reflection on the COVID-19 crisis. Scored for soprano solo, SATB choir, piano, organ, and brass ensemble, it is a seven-movement work that

Here is a spiritual that encourages one to be a good humanitarian, a soldier for peace, and an example of hope for others. A perfect message of peace for advanced ensembles!

"Hold on just a little while longer... ev'rything will be all right." The traditional spiritual text encourages us to keep going, no matter how difficult the struggle may be. This original musical setting

"May you always remember when the shadows fall, you do not walk alone." This ethereal setting of a traditional Irish blessing is scored in a variety of voicings with piano. Deft strokes of Celtic styling

The Gate is Open offers contemplative listeners a gentle unfolding, trembling with stillness and mystery. Its three central symbols - the gate, the woods, and the Star - are observed but not

This distinguished text by Emily Dickinson is given a beautifully introspective treatment by new composer Noah Salem. Carefully crafted vocal lines and lush, closely moving harmonies are hallmarks of this

A poignant text which celebrates faith, hope, love, and singing paired with a thick a cappella texture makes this is definitely a song worth singing.

Fans of Joseph Martin's iconic The Awakening will find interest in the scope and theme of this inspiring piece. Growing from a rising musical motive, it evolves into a celebration of music and its

The healing power of time is beautifully represented in this tender piece for unaccompanied chorus. Narverud's gentle repetitions of the words "healing heart" and cluster chord ostinatos show us how, with

This new musical setting of a 19th-century Sacred Harp text is filled with enthusiasm for singing and the joy of faith. The harmonies are straightforward, and the piano accompaniment propels the

A young poet named Simon Harrison created his own take on the "I can do anything" concept for the text of this piece. Upbeat and dramatic, the music really shows what Padworski can do as a composer. For

From "Bravo" - a musical about the Holocaust and World War II, this song has the energy and flow of a tune for the theater. The lyrics tell of the search for meaning, hope and light in the time of darkness

Craig Hella Johnson's a cappella setting of Dolly Parton's Light of a Clear Blue Morning is infused with light and hopefulness as it opens with a solo soprano and gradually builds to a joyful

I Dream a World is an eloquent expression of hope for a world in which all people treat each other with love, respect, and selflessness. The better we learn to do this, the more freedom, peace, and

Aaron Copland's quintet from "The Tender Land" translates beautifully into this setting for combined chorus with band! Although it makes a perfect choice for Thanksgiving, the wonderful vocal lines make it