ADULT
COMMUNITY
CHOIR
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CONCERT WORKS
How Can I Keep from Singing?—Robert Lowry/
arr. Michael Higgins. Beautiful and accessible,
this arrangement for mixed choir is a calm and
flowing reimagination of the well-known folk
hymn. Flexibly arranged, with options for an
unaccompanied section and descant, this piece
will appeal to school and church choirs alike.
11592387 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.65
Human Heart—arr. Jennifer Lucy Cook. A gem
for advanced choirs, this contemporary
a cappella concert arrangement comprises tender
harmonies, vocal slides, and powerful moments
of stillness. Cowritten by Coldplay, We Are King
and Jacob Collier, this ballad speaks to one thing
that we as humans can all relate to - our beating,
feeling heart.
11595103 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
I Am the Fiery Life—Lee R. Kesselman. Setting
Hildegard of Bingen's text, this original work for
treble choir features mixed meter and propulsive
rhythms that feel entrancingly relentless. Close
harmonies conjure color and shimmering textures
throughout. It is the third in a set of songs that
feature medieval texts and can be paired with Ad
amore and O frondens virga.
11592943 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.65
10289553 Octavo- Ad Amore . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
10609896 Octavo- O Frondens Virga . . . . 1.95
I Dreamed a World—David von Kampen &
Jeremy Sovoy Jordan. Feature a tenor soloist
in this statement piece that is perfect for
community, collegiate, and advanced high
school choirs. Jordan's original text is set to bold
and dramatic writing, saying: "I dreamed a world
where love surrounds me, a world where all
are free." A powerful selection in both music
and lyrics.
11592526 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.90
I Had No Time to Hate—Ellen Gilson Voth. Emily
Dickinson's succinct, deep reflections on life in her
poem inform the musical language in this setting
for choir. Time is short, and the time we find to
love is what gives our world hope. The singers
and pianist act as co-storytellers and express the
nuances of the abrupt nature of the poetry through
eclectic and varied musical devices.
11592989 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
11592990 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
I Shall Have Had My Day—Noah Thys. "Then
let come what come may. I shall have had my
day." Reflecting on the meaning of life, this poem
by Alfred, Lord Tennyson is beautifully set in an
accessible four-part a cappella texture. Each
section gets a chance to shine with melodic
moments and interesting counterlines that
combine for a lush harmonic palette.
11592527 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.80
If All the Skies—Anthony Bernarducci. Sunshine
and rain, music and silence, happiness and grief
- life is full of ups and downs, and in this sensitive
setting of Henry Van Dyke's meditative poem,
beautiful choral harmonies invite the listener to
contemplate our need to welcome both the peaks
and the valleys of life.
11597272 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.80
If the River Leaves Without Me—Reena Esmail.
Using the metaphor of a river, the composer's
motivational text encourages singers to embrace
new opportunities and champion the bravery
required to go against the flow. Sensitively written
with rich, mature harmonies and a stunning
soprano solo, the homophonic choral parts are
accompanied by a rippling piano part that takes
on the character of the water.
11592365 SSATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.00
In All Things Love—Dan Forrest. Well-known
text from 1 Corinthians 13 is adapted and
paired with expressive vocal writing and elegant
accompaniment in this universal call to love
one another. Add the optional string quartet to
enhance the beauty of this flexible work, fitting for
concerts, weddings, and church services.
11594028 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
In the Mist—Kate Crellin. Mysterious and
rhythmic, this a cappella work features rich
harmonies and a vocal ostinato that supports a
syncopated alto melody. Contemporary rhythms
and vocal syllables set this piece apart!
11593356 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
It Is Well with My Soul—Philip P. Bliss/arr. Brent
Wells. A compelling selection for advanced mixed
choirs, this a cappella setting of one of the most
beloved hymns in the repertory explores the full
range of choral expression, from a reflective
opening to a soaring climax.
11596483 SATB divisi or SSAATTBB . . . . 2.95
It May Be—Brian Jones. "Strong in will, to strive,
to seek, to find, not to yield." Tennyson's text
from Ulysses shimmers with strength and elegant
beauty in this a cappella setting for mixed choirs.
Cluster harmonies and layered lines build to a high
point and then release to a quiet and purposeful
ending. It's a lovely and inspiring choice for more
advanced choirs.
11596666 SATB divisi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
Justitiae Domini—Michael John Trotta. Beautiful
a cappella harmonies on a Latin text from Psalm 19
are a wonderful way to develop part independence
and musical sensitivity. Opening simply, the
harmonies build in accessible counterpoint before
a contrasting homophonic middle section. Lyrical
and expressive, this piece is suitable for concerts,
festivals, and services.
11593212 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.05
Laudate!—Christopher Alexander. A terrific
opening selection, this original work with a
sacred Latin text is available in two versions for
mixed choir and may be sung a cappella or with
the optional piano accompaniment. Rhythmic
excitement abounds with layers of harmonies and
ostinatos that support soaring melody lines and full
harmonic textures. It's impressive and achievable
for more advanced choirs.
11595566 SSAATTBB opt. Piano. . . . . . . . 2.95
11595567 SATB opt. Piano . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
Laus Trinitati—Ivo Antognini. Hildegard of
Bingen's Latin text is set in this chant-based
ancient-modern original a cappella work for mixed
choirs. The harmonies follow traditional patterns,
while the varying rhythmic textures offer freshness
and vitality that energizes the celebratory nature of
the text.
11596667 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
Let Me Believe—Ayrian Norman. Beginning with
a lyrical solo supported by choral harmonies, this
inspiring piece builds into an infectious groove
with a captivating message. Exploring the contrast
between hardships and victory, darkness and
light, the composer's original text encourages us
to persevere and overcome adversity.
11593357 SATB w/ opt. Djembe . . . . . . . . 3.20
A Life on the Ocean Wave—Clark William
Lawlor. Transport your audience to the heart of the
ocean with this beautiful setting of Epes Sargent's
classic poem. This original work captures the calm
and turmoil of the sea, from the gentle rocking of a
ship to the fierce winds and rain.
11595571 SATB divisi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
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Danse Macabre—Z. Randall Stroope.
11537030 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20
Dolly Waits—Ryan Main.
11569849 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
Goblin Feet—Larry Shackley.
11194615 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20
Haunted Houses—Clark William Lawlor.
11569857 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
hist whist—Patrick Baker.
11564420 SA divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
I Put a Spell on You (from "Hocus Pocus")—
Jay Hawkins/arr. Jacob Narverud.
11372782 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
The Lake—Jay Althouse.
10515759 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
Life Doesn't Frighten Me at All—Mark Fish.
11163875 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
Thriller—arr. Deke Sharon.
10309162 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
Will-o'-the-Wisp—Leeann Starkey.
10933697 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
