Moderne bis klassische Chornoten

The grand and expansive accompaniment forms the harmonic basis of this choral setting of Sara Teasdale's famous poem, with rich choral textures unfolding for a wonderful expression of gratitude. An ex...

This gentle original creates a beautiful feeling of the hushed wonder of a first snow in winter. Well-crafted for younger choirs, singers will develop important choral skills of phrasing, dynamic cont...

Voiced for both SSAA and SATB, Kevin Memley displays, again, his command for expressing poetry in song. The musical lines take us into Christina Rossetti's poem, into her dream, and speaks for all of...

Oh my, this one is fun! The Dance of the Heart is the title in English, and this heart is on fire. With maracas and bongo accompaniment the choir sings the words that describe a beautiful dancer. Befo...

Scored for SATB divisi chorus with piano, this exquisite setting of the traditional Gaelic Prayer, vividly presents the initial image of longing and unrest to the ultimate resolution of assurance that...

Perhaps one of the most important major works of our time. The Chicago Tribune wrote: Moving among styles ranging from Lutheran hymnody to blues to Broadway, this modern-day Passion will move many lis...

At the request of a publisher Beethoven provided simple folk song arrangements which could be performed by amateur musicians. Between the years of 1809 and 1820 he set about 150 Welsh, English, Irish,...

The words of St. Francis of Assisi have beckoned to composers for centuries. What makes this one stand out is the noble setting. Although beginning quietly, it builds steadily in a regal fashion. This...

A fantastic piece that utilizes not only sung notes but also sounds and effects, this a cappella pieces captures your attention from the start and never lets go. An old Japanese children's folk melody...

Uses: General, Lent, Youth Choir Scripture: Psalm 103; Lamentations 3:22-23 Now available for SAB choirs! This strong worship song has already become a staple in congregational repertoire. This fantas...

Uses: General, Youth Choir Scripture: Romans 11:36-12:2; I John 4:4 Clearly one of most unique offerings of the year, this thoroughly modern rendition of the MercyMe hit song will send choirs into ove...

Uses: General, Lent, Praise Team Scripture: Psalm 62:5; Lamentations 3:22-23 A time-honored hymn is revisited in this powerful new offering from Matt and Beth Redman. With reverence for the sacred pow...

Uses: General, Lent, Commitment, Invitation Scripture: Matthew 11:28; Hebrews 3:15 A favorite of congregations everywhere, this golden invitational hymn appeals to the heart. The longing for home and...

A confident invitation to song, this artful choral is a celebration of the power of music in our lives. After an opening flourish the piece delivers a driving theme in seven that proceeds with unrelen...

British composer Hugh Benham brings the legacy of his country's musical tradition into his compositions. The soaring sounds of the cathedral integrate with the intimate passions of worship in this set...

Poet Stephen Bock authors a text of contrasts - Make me weak so that I must lean on Your strength... blind to see with Your vision - reminding us that our full reliance is on God. To this prayer, comp...

Patricia Mock composes melodies and words that flow easily with passion and truth. This anthem celebrates Christ's sacrifice and love for us with that same flowing quality. Faye Lòpez has set it beaut...

This traditional Irish Carol possesses qualities of folk-like melodic turns of phrase that suggest modal qualities. The tune has an easy, flowing grace marked by elegant lyricism. This arrangement com...

This original song is full of energy, with an inspiring text relevant to our music classrooms. The opt. horn part soars above the singers and the driving rhythms of the piano, creating an exciting con...

This text welcomes the long-awaited arrival of the railway system and the benefits it will bring, bidding good riddance to the slow, rough-riding stage coaches of the era. The music has a folk-inspire...

Here is a song of happiness set in a minor key. The harmonic language acknowledges that we can't have joy without recognizing its opposite. The undertones point out that this is not just an exultation...

It is such a joy to sing music by a composer who truly understands the voice. With logical voice leadings in and out of thorny places, wonderful use of suspensions and resolutions and a beautiful sett...

Written for the honor choirs of southeast Minnesota, this is a joyful and dignified piece. The poem by Edna St. Vincent Millay expresses an appreciation for life, for its simple pleasures of nature an...

Three French Canadian folk songs make a superb set for any concert program. Roll On, My Ball, Roll On tells a tale of ducks and hunting and silver guns and an evil prince, all the while you can pictur...