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Written with joyful exuberance, this Gloria setting contains both homophonic writing and interplay between the vocal parts. Add the optional trumpet for even more festivity in concerts or services at any

Ideal for a variety of settings and ensemble sizes, this elegant writing combined with a beautiful Psalm text is sure to inspire and provide hope.

A prayer for inner peace during times of overwhelm, this setting from the Book of Hours (1514) provides a lilting and comforting melody that flows with ease. Accessible to early intermediate choirs,

Opening with a section of plainchant, this setting of the traditional Latin text most known in the Mozart or Byrd versions shimmers with modern a cappella harmonies. Cluster cadences and expressive vocal

Combining Simple Gifts and the Going Home theme from Dvorak's "New World" symphony in partner-song format, this is easy to perform with a minimum of rehearsal. A lyrical violin part adds

Hildegard of Bingen's text on the virtues of love shimmers in this serene setting that serves as the second movement from "Illuminare." Opening with a section of treble divisi, the lower voices enter as the

"O blest Creator of the light, who makes the day with radiance bright, and o'er the forming world didst call the light from chaos first of all." This ancient text is given an elegant a cappella setting with

The opening to "A Vision Unfolding," this gospel-inspired piece provides a powerful introduction to themes of justice, equality and unity. Robert Bode's text asks for God to reach down with justice in times

Translated as "Let's Rejoice Today," this celebratory original work combines a short Latin and English text with a simple mixed meter setting that is a wonderful way to open a concert or service at any time