Mack Wilberg

The choral writing in this traditional hymn arrangement is typically straightforward but hugely effective.

For SATB, piccolo, flute, glockenspiel, and organ. The choral writing in this traditional hymn arrangement is typically straightforward but hugely effective.

For SATB and organ. The choral writing in this traditional hymn arrangement is straightforward but hugely effective.

The choral writing in this traditional hymn arrangement is typically straightforward but hugely effective.

For SATB and organ or orchestra. Refreshing and moving, this arrangement is filled with strong harmonies, light suspensions, and beautiful dissonances. Instrumental material is available on hire. 3[3+...

For SATB and organ or orchestra. As each voice enters the texture of a gently murmuring river gradually builds. A surprisingly easy transition into a more modal third verse adds direction and depth to...

The accompaniment sets the tone of the loss and longing associated with this popular folk song, by imitating serene rolling waters underneath the choir's melody. Orchestral material (3(3+Picc). 2. 2....

For SATB and piano four hands. An energetic setting of the fifteenth-century English carol text. An accompaniment for brass, percussion, and organ is available on hire.

This American folk hymn captures the optimism and strength of the early pioneers through musical textures and sounds of the old west. This is a joy to perform, especially as the rhythm becomes syncopa...

A spirited arrangement in calypso style of the traditional West Indian carol. For SATB and piano four hands with optional percussion and double bass or for SATB and orchestra (Picc, Flute, Oboe, Clari...

For SATB and piano four hands with optional percussion (glock, vibraphone, triangle/bass drum). This is the first piece in Wilberg's Dances to Life. The text speaks of the wonders of childhood, and th...

For SATB, piano 4 hands and optional percussion (glockenspiel, vibraphone/suspended cymbal, bass drum). The third and final movement of Dances to Life, The vocal writing and keyboard accompaniment cre...

In an upbeat march in 2/4 meter (the orchestral version starts with a snare drum) the choir lifts off in the bright key of D major. Lightly, and with lots of bounce, the voices celebrate the birth of...

Charles Wesley's text, which is set to a sturdy, early American hymn tune by James Lucas, depicts the hope to enter into the heavenly home when life is ended. The steadfast and optimistic message of t...

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...

Wilberg's gentle, touching setting of a Catalonian carol has his typically straightforward but very effective choral writing. Material is available on hire.

This noble and patriotic piece is a setting of the well-known tune 'America' (also known as the British National Anthem). Wilberg opens effectively with solo unison men, and the accompaniment creeps i...

The choir acts both as a singing group and as a drumming group, spinning sung rhythmic patterns into a buoyant accompaniment to the sung text. As the piece progresses, foot-stomping and hand-clapping...

Wilberg sets the Eleanor Farjeon text to the traditional Gaelic melody in 9/8 meter. Against a lightly bouncing accompaniment, the women and men alternate singing in unison, until they join in verse t...

A wonderful processional, Wilberg's Bring a torch, Jeanette, Isabella is a joyful carol. A catchy, brightly articulated countermelody distinguishes this from other settings. The women sing alone, then...

An original setting of this well-loved text, with a limpid tune and a gorgeous piano accompaniment, easily adaptable to the organ. An orchestration for two flutes, strings, and organ is available on h...

Joyful, exciting, and effective out of all proportion to its difficulty, this anthem will be particularly useful for musical dedications and concerts, and as an anthem of praise.

For SATB, 2 flutes, and harp or piano OR SATB, 2 flutes, 2 oboes, strings, harp or piano. A charming arrangement featuring flutes, this is perfect for even the smallest of choirs.

The folk-like tune is instantly compelling and memorable, the choral harmony rich and sweet, and the development almost overwhelmingly effective for all its simplicity. Effective as an anthem or as a...