Adolphus Hailstork's setting of this beloved Christmas Spiritual is a call-and-response dialog, with each verse set in a different way. The work starts with the soprano soloist in the lead, answered by the
Choral literature played a major role in Adolphus Hailstork’s early inspirations, as he grew up singing in choirs. While in college, he created this beautifully plaintive madrigal, setting the words
Written in a gospel style, this lyrical second movement extracted from the larger work Credo utilizes a text by W.E.B Du Bois: "Especially do I believe in the Negro Race; in the beauty of its
This setting of the traditional Hebrew folk tune intermingles three versions of the tune, taking artistic advantage of contrasts between the tenor solo and the tutti divisi mixed chorus with a variety of
Along with Touch the Hem of His Garment, this set of two pieces was composed in 1968 as both sacred choral and solo art songs, setting texts written by her friend and frequent collaborator Janice
This setting of Psalm 117 combines an elegant blend of traditional choral writing with a spiritual-like melody in the basses and a tinge of gospel fervor. The excitement of irregular meter and independent
In a new setting of Bouzignac's Noe! Pastores, Somers draws inspiration from the compositional styles of Bach and attention to location from Gabrieli. This three-part antiphonal motet is written
Mystical, lyrical, and imbued with wonder for the beauty of nature, this movement for chorus from the oratorio "Terra Nostra" is a striking work, engraved here for mixed choir and piano
Created for The Juilliard School, Evan Fein's unique method presents a series of sequential building blocks to train aural skills through brief exercises, followed by original practice melodies. It is based
Ewazen's 7-minute larger work for chorus and orchestra is built upon a poem by Paul Laurence Dunbar. While orchestra materials are available on rental, this piano reduction serves well for programs with
An oratorio for soloists, choir, and orchestra. Custom print edition. Part I: Creation of the World. Part II: The Rise of Humanity. Part III: Searching for Balance. With performance notes. Commissioned by
For SATB chorus & piano. First printing. Written in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Zamir Chorale of Boston. Choral score, 15 p.
For SATB a cappella choir. First printing. Written for Dr. Perry White and the Monmouth College Chorale. Choral octavo.