Collegiate & Advanced Repertoire

A classical masterwork, this spirited, upbeat concert work uses a Latin setting of a verse from Psalm 70. It features soprano and alto soloists who alternate with a full choral texture and can be

Generally known as Balulalow, this text has been famously set by many composers, most notably Benjamin Britten in his Ceremony of Carols. This fresh setting offers modern a cappella

A beautiful setting of the traditional spiritual, this treble arrangement employs a cascading harmonic figure that expands from unison all the way to a perfect fourth. The rocking feel of the piece embodies

Four rhythmic ostinatos underscore the lilting melody in this work scored for a cappella mixed choir and solo or small group. Speaking to the hope found in each child that's born, this piece reminds each of

Originally composed as a dance theater piece, this sobering work should maintain a strict tempo. Written for a cappella mixed choir, the dense harmonic texture and drastic dynamic shifts help deliver the

Inspired by women of China who rose up from the despair of oppression, this a cappella work is an anthem for women's empowerment. Newly updated by a scholarly committee dedicated to Dr. Barnwell's works,

Also set as a children's book, this powerful text quite literally sings itself. With a divided bass ostinato and accessible harmonies, this a cappella work is a poignant tool to help young people discover

This bone-chilling waltz will leave audiences looking over their shoulders! Singers will love the opportunity to lean into the eerie world of Dolly in this achievable and darkly entertaining work. A perfect

Lightning strikes in the dark of night! A house in the Italian countryside appears and disappears in an instant. Take your audience and singers on a spellbinding journey that is as relentless as a building

Choirs are launched into the vast unknown in this impressive and dramatic concert work. Carl John Bostelmann's poem is brought to life with driving rhythms, rapidly layered vocal entrances, and thoughtful

A traditional field shout, singers will enjoy learning this spiritual presented with care and authenticity. Percussive part writing supports the powerful melody, creating a driving rhythm that will keep

This is an evocative, folk-like setting of Yeats' poem The Lake Isle of Innisfree. The modal vocal writing is both simple and sophisticated and always expressive of the yearning in Yeats' words.

The line between time's reality and its invention is blurry. This modern concert work borrows heavily on contemporary a cappella harmonies and techniques to create an engaging texture that highlights the

"May you heal, may you be well again, may you be brave, may you be strong." This beautiful original choral with cello and piano accompaniment expresses this hope for all who have faced challenges in their

This ethereal setting of NOEL NOUVELET will surprise you with its mystical take on what is normally a boisterous Christmas song. The harmonic texture is modern, and the optional oboe adds to the plaintive

With the option to sing either the English or the Polish text, this delicate and festive arrangement of the traditional Polish carol is useful in a variety of concert settings or services. It features both

Singers travel through Norway in this multimovement work, each movement representing a new geographical location in the composer's homeland. Both the poem and the expressive choral writing capture the

Dancing rhythms and joyful harmonies set this folk story of a harvesting competition between Basque farmer friends. The rapid alterations between 6/8 and 3/4 create a rambunctious and very enthusiastic

Choosing to be grateful through the various seasons of life can allow us to transcend our circumstances. The compelling text by poet Loren Broaddus uses nature imagery to examine these themes of gratitude.

Three verses of the intimate and prayerful Latin text O nata lux de lumine are employed for this lovely a cappella setting. Suitable for Christmas or general programming, this work for mixed choirs

Opening as a slow and symbolic prayer asking God for strength to stand against injustice and wrongdoing, this isiZulu song is a reimagining of the popular traditional Tshwane church song Ke na le