Chor & Gesang

For Palm Sunday, the message of the promised King reverberates throughout this triumphant anthem, set first in minor before the refrain surrenders to the chorus of the classic, The Holy City. A vigoro...

A highly original text imagines the dramatic scenes that unfold as Jesus prepares for His Passion. Grasping His destiny as the Lamb of God, Jesus sees His death in the elements of the Last Supper and...

This moving anthem is a reminder of our responsibilities to feed those who are hungry, calling the Church to respond with charity and love. A rich lyrical theme is adorned with solid harmonies and sup...

Springing from the Psalter, this inspirational anthem of confidence in God is a true declaration of faith! Bright syncopations characterize the main theme that leaps with bold gestures affirming our h...

Innovative and refreshing, this unique approach will tickle the ears and impact the heart. Written with special vocal effects throughout, your ensemble is treated instrumentally while the lyrics float...

This anthem was written as a testament of hope following the destructive natural disasters and senseless violence of recent times. Pleasing melodic contours offer a comforting spirit to a text filled...

Gathering the faithful together for worship and praise, this joyful acclamation instills confidence in the choir. Solid four-part writing permeates the piece, creating a boldness of purpose in the pre...

The familiar nature of this reverent anthem is perfect for inviting the faithful to the table of the Lord's Supper. A stylish piano part supports an expressive melody and timeless message. Careful par...

This warm statement of commitment celebrates the heritage of faith that is ours in the body of Christ. With the inclusion of Jesus Loves Me, the tender testimony is a portrait of certitude in a life s...

This choral song is an intimate and honest look at the walk of faith. Incorporating 'Tis So Sweet To Trust in Jesus, the text calls the listener to surrender to God's will even in times of doubt and i...

Calling the people to recollection, this anthem surrounds the listener with a positive message of God's mercy and love. An expressive tune announces this sermon of assurance with tenderness and restra...

Rich choral sonorities fill this expressive and contemporary concert setting of an e. e. cummings poem. Thoughtful vocal entrances begin the piece followed by the ebb and flow of dynamics and harmonie...

A cascading piano motif begins this work of an original text and vocals that sing like water dancing on rocks in a stream. Vocal play between voices combine in rich harmony, singing of the morning sky...

Cary Ratcliff's charming and refreshing oratorio Ode to Common Things is set to poetry by Chilean writer Pablo Neruda, who, over the course of his life, wrote odes to ordinary, everyday objects, five...

Jon Washburn musically draws special, deep emotions to color this evocative text by Walter de la Mare. The mood is created through the use of a glistening piano part and a brooding choral part. Vocal...

A playful, breezy and energetic setting of the Robert Louis Stevenson poem The Swing. With a gently sweeping piano accompaniment, this piece, commissioned by Jon Washburn and his Vancouver Chamber Cho...

Arranged simply for mixed voices, clarinet and piano four-hands, the lovely Brahms cradle song becomes a work for reflection, healing and introspection, especially appropriate as a quiet encore or cho...

With a piano introduction that is both virtuosic and emotional, this Hebrew text, chosen by series editor Judith Clurman in memory of her parents, was the perfect vehicle for Michigan composer Paul Sc...

This arrangement, by Doug Katsaros, of The Star Spangled Banner, our national anthem, was first performed at the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular, on NBC television, July 4, 2014 soloist Idina...

One of the world's exciting, young and creative composers, Nico Muhly has written a wonderful new choral piece that is perfect for a winter concert or any time. This work is a setting of Longfellow's...

Weaving together poems, writers, historical sources, legendary musicians and friends, the composer has crafted a compelling work that extols the importance of singing. Kirke Mechem continues to resona...

With lyrics by the composer broadly inspired by Martin Luther, Mechem has crafted a comical work in a neo-Baroque style. The optional children's choir (or adult sopranos and altos) sing Bach's melodie...

This short Missa brevis setting is perfect for choirs looking to bring a fresh soundworld to their worship. Each movement is distinct in character, but with an overall cohesiveness of harmonic languag...

A calm and solemn piece with simple harmonies, supporting piano accompaniment, and reflective text. Suitable for choirs of all levels it allows for a moment of quiet reflection during mass or a busy c...