Although this is an original work, the words, which simulate a tribal language, give it a world-music feeling. In fact, the chant-like character of the piece almost makes you feel as though you are taking

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

A dramatic setting of the famous verse from Shakespeare's "As You Like It." The piano creates a rush the wind while the voices match the many moods of the poem: somber, ironic, dancing, and finally—