A true masterpiece for a cappella chorus. The name Randall Thompson is as much a part of choral music as is the voice. Once you've mastered this, you'll have a truly stunning performance piece. His

This setting of Hildegard of Bingen's Ave Generosa text uses a hauntingly joyful tonality, paying homage to the mysterious story of Mary. A beautiful middle section is surrounded by contrasting

This breathtaking 20th-century work has been made famous by international performances of the San Francisco-based ensemble Chanticleer. Conceived in the style of the alternatum plainsong, the composition is

Reproducing the sound of traditional Indian instrumental ensembles, this vocal adaptation uses Hindi text and nonsense syllables to mimic the shruti box, percussion, and melodic instruments present in the

With poetry by Pauline Barda, this gorgeous a cappella piece for SATB divsi choir is both expressive and plaintive. With soprano soli and a short feature for bass flute, the texture creates sublime harmony

This traditional spiritual will really come to life for your choir in this dynamic setting! From the powerful opening chords to the exhilarating call-and-response sections, this is a work that has long been

Stars I Shall Find is about the hope one has in that which is desired, yet not immediately attainable. Sara Teasdale's poem depicts stars as beacons of hope and aspiration. Dickau's lush, romantic

Sara Teasdale's lyric poem looks to the stars for serenity and promise, and this handsome setting is superbly crafted by noted composer Frank Ticheli. Tasteful harmonic suspensions and rich choral textures

Fasten your seatbelts for this showstopper! From Haiti, this piece is an excellent festival selection for advanced choirs. It tells a tale of three drums in playful competition through a text by Louis Marie

First written as the bright, opening movement of Heavenly Home: Three American Songs, this enduring gospel favorite is set with a straightforward first verse and chorus. The next two verses combine

This a cappella setting of a traditional Irish blessing uses soft dissonances and free-flowing counterpoint to speak of those who give support in times of trial. The occasional divisi voicing creates a