Sacred Concert Music

Rhythmic ostinatos, cluster harmonies, and soaring soprano lines are all present in this exciting a cappella concert work, possessing all the elements you'd expect from the composer of Veni, Veni

This fresh take on a familiar 15th-century Christmas text artfully utilizes dotted rhythms in 6/8 meter to create a lilting feel, and the memorable melody for the carol text passes through each of the voice

With both modern influences and a timeless character, this original setting of the traditional Latin text shimmers with close a cappella harmonies. This work employs some innovative vocal techniques to

"O light born of light." This traditional Latin text shimmers in a stunning a cappella setting with thoughtful voice leading and cluster harmonies. Accessible enough for concert or service use, it will make

Written for full brass ensemble, organ, soprano solo, and chorus, this 17-minute single-movement setting of the Gloria explores a wide range of musical writing. The result is an extended work that

This popular traditional folk song is combined with the spiritual Deep River to create a deeply moving presentation. The piece begins simply with a solo alto line, then the texture builds slowly as

A fresh take on Ezekiel Saw de Wheel, this a cappella piece features rhythmic ostinatos, a soprano solo, and powerful harmonic moments.

The opening number to the larger work "Angel of Light," this piece is a summoning of angels. Inspired by Shaker tunes, it comprises layered melodic lines that lead into powerful, homophonic moments,

An excerpt from Handel's "Israel in Egypt," this carefully edited edition is the perfect concert opener or festival piece. Scored for double choir and piano, this Baroque staple is made

The third movement of the larger work "Angel of Light," this piece declares the wonders of seeing and hearing the loveliness of angels. Inspired by Shaker anthems, this a cappella work uses bright, modal

Featuring a soprano solo, rhythmic ostinatos, and powerful sustained chords, this fresh setting of the traditional spiritual is sure to keep audiences at the edge of their seats!

Though "alleluia" is the only word in this entire piece, there is much interest in the dissonant yet beautiful harmonies, the shifting meters, and the driving rhythm. The perfect opener or closer for your

Building on the original text, this adaptation of the classic spiritual invites the listener to envision and commit to a better, more just world - a world of inclusion, radical kindness, compassion, love,

Beautifully marrying the realms of music and spirituality, this a cappella setting of the traditional Latin text is breathtaking. Featuring a soprano soloist and divisi texture, it is a captivating

Rich melodic lines and fragments form the basis for a delicious counterpoint in this traditional folk hymn arrangement. The harmonies are at once modern and tasteful, with elements of tone-painting and

True to Carter's style, this traditional spiritual is set with integrity and care, presented here in a beautifully engraved edition. Wonderful part-writing is brought to life by a featured solo soaring

While the Latin Ave maris stella text has been set for choirs in many ways, the Spanish composer Eva Ugalde's unique compositional voice shines through here. Beginning with a simple chant, it

A traditional Latin text graces this sophisticated concert work for treble choir by Spanish composer Eva Ugalde. The text expresses the feeling of a desperate need for mercy in our lives, and the shifting

This collaborative work expresses ideas of peace and grief. It is characterized by a simple harmonic structure and text, with opportunities for improvisation within the structure of the piece, the

This moving, traditional Irish blessing is set to music of great simplicity and beauty. Chilcott perfectly captures the warmth and sincerity of the text and weaves a memorable melody which he clothes in

A refreshing take on the traditional Latin text from the Requiem Mass takes inspiration from the great settings of the past but uses suspended, sustained melodic lines and open harmonies to create a

Extracted from Quartel's Snow Angel, an evocative five-movement choral work, this opening movement functions well as a stand-alone concert piece for treble choirs. Ethereal and angelic, the musical

Set for soloist and a cappella mixed choir, this sparkling arrangement of the traditional spiritual stays in only four parts throughout, making it accessible to school, church, and university choirs.

One can hear the influence of centuries of past compositions in this newer setting of Mary's exalted prayer within the Christian faith. The character of the music feels soothing and familiar, yet there are