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Collegiate Choir | Concert Works
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Concert Works
American Dream—Jocelyn Hagen. Celebrate
unity through song with this heartfelt work
commissioned by Choirs of America and
premiered at Carnegie Hall. Set to an original
poem by Julia Klatt Singer, the text gathers the
beauty of American diversity into one symbolic
bouquet. A flowing 12/8 meter supports lyrical lines
and a richly expressive piano accompaniment,
with vocal ranges accessible to experienced adult
or community choirs. Ideal for concert programs
that honor collaboration, hope, and connection.
11623398 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.95
Aus tiefer Not—Felix Mendelssohn/arr.
Christopher Aspaas. Richly contrapuntal lines
unfold with solemn beauty, blending Romantic
warmth and chorale-inspired clarity in a moving
plea drawn from Psalm 130. Ideal for advanced
choirs seeking a deeply expressive addition to
their sacred a cappella repertoire.
11640769 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20
Circle Around—Stuart Chapman Hill. Feature
the Americana sound of Nashville with fiddle,
banjo-like piano patterns, optional percussion,
and lyrical imagery of circles symbolizing tradition,
connection, and renewal. An original work,
inspired by Nashville's iconic musical circles from
the Grand Ole Opry to Will the Circle Be Unbroken
which it quotes over the final stanza, this piece
gathers singers of all ages into a musical embrace
of community and celebration.
11641495 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.60
11641498 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.60
Come by Here—arr. Cedric Dent. Masterfully
arranged for tenor-bass choirs, this stunning
selection is a fresh take on the traditional
spiritual. Combining rich harmonies with
exceptional craftsmanship, this captivating a
cappella work is sure to bring a powerful, soulful
spirit to your next performance.
11613863 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.00
Dawn, Unhindered—Eric Tuan. For advanced
unaccompanied mixed ensembles, this is an a
cappella setting of six haiku written by internees
at concentration camps and assembly centers in
Rohwer, Santa Fe, Lordsburg, Gila, Jerome, and
Stockton. The haiku are intertwined with texts from
two wisdom traditions that celebrate the sun as a
symbol of justice and enlightenment. These texts
bear powerful witness to the enduring strength of
light and beauty amid oppression and darkness.
11639326 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.10
Do Not Neglect (from "The Stranger")—Kim
André Arnesen. This standalone movement from
the composer's larger work "The Stranger" uses
text from Hebrews 13:2 that encourages us to
be kind and welcoming to strangers. Written for
choir and cello, this beautiful, solemn, and largely
homophonic setting of a thought-provoking
message may also be performed a cappella. The
extracted cello part is included in the vocal score.
11612783 SATB divisi or SSAATBB,
w/ opt. Cello . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.65
Drop Down, Ye Heavens—Anna Lapwood. This
setting of the refrain and final stanza of the Advent
Prose is based on portions of the Book of Isaiah.
An incessant ostinato on the organ accompanies a
rich, homophonic choral texture, creating a sense
of tension and mystery before building to its climax.
11621792 SATB divisi w/ Organ . . . . . . . . 2.65
Exsultate—Richard Waters. Scored for
unaccompanied mixed voices with divisi, this
energetic setting of this familiar Latin text is well
suited to advanced ensembles. The colorful
harmonic language and exciting rhythmic writing
make this a wonderful choice for concerts,
festivals, or services.
11614320 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.30
God Is Love—Paolo Orlandi. Lyrical melodic
lines and rich harmonies are used in this original
musical setting of Thomas R. Taylor's hymn
text. With themes of compassion and unity, this
thoughtful composition encourages emotional
expression with maturity and beauty. Suitable for
both concerts and services, it it a sweet reminder
of God's ever-present love.
11618468 SATB divisi or SSAATTBB . . . . 3.30
Illiusione—Giorgio Susana. Set to Italian
text, this a cappella work unfolds with a driving
rhythmic pulse, using repeated phrases, shifting
textures, and legato contrasts to reinforce the
idea of illusion. A compelling choice for advanced
or collegiate tenor-bass choirs exploring
contemporary concert repertoire.
11626073 TTBB divisi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
In Dreams—James Keller. Filled with drive and
energy, this exuberant work brings the poetry of
Robert Bode to life. The text considers the power
of dreams, comparing them with images of nature
and the world. Meter changes from start to finish
and vocal parts that dance and soar underscore
the vibrancy and mystery within the song's text.
11623759 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.80
The Infinity of Space—Ritika Bhattacharjee. Set
over a shimmering piano accompaniment, this
work explores an ever-evolving relationship with
infinite abundance as the singers confront their
dreams of traveling to space in different stages of
life. With luminous harmonies and expressive text
setting, it offers treble choirs an atmospheric and
rewarding concert piece.
11643029 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.00
Innisfree—Edmund Jolliffe. With soaring
melodies and a stirring harmonic language, this
composition beautifully accompanies William
Butler Yeats' famous words. Opening with an
optional soprano or tenor solo, the texture builds
with layered countermelodies and harmonies. A
flowing and artistic piano accompaniment brings
additional harmonic interest.
11620700 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
Kwae-ji-nah Ching Ching—Byunghee Oh.
Inspired by a Korean folk song, this original
composition expresses deep sentiments of
excitement and joy. Using both Korean and
contemporary elements and variations in tempo,
timbre, and dynamics, this selection is a spirited
addition to any concert program.
11640197 SSAATTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.95
Kyrie eleison in G Major (Lord, Have Mercy)
—Rosephanye Powell. Experience the breathtaking
beauty of Powell's passionate and compelling
setting of this ancient Latin text. With expressive
vocal lines and a richly crafted piano accomp-
animent, it is true to her signature style while also
being accessible to more advanced choirs.
11617168 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.50
Laudate Dominum—Ken Steven. The Latin
translation of Psalm 117 provides the text for this
rhythmic a cappella setting for mixed divisi choirs.
A contrasting hymn-like middle section provides an
opportunity for lyrical and expressive singing before
a return to the excitement of the opening section.
11618474 SATB divisi or SSAATTBB . . . . 3.40
Let Us Build a House (Adapted from "The
Stranger")—Kim André Arnesen. This is the
closing hymn of the large-scale work "The
Stranger," with text by Marty Haugen; the stillness
and serenity of this homophonic unaccompanied
setting challenges us to listen intently to the
message "All are welcome in this place." For
intermediate choirs, this selection is a meaningful
addition to any program.
11617436 SATB divisi or SSAATBB . . . . . 2.65
Lincoln—Alex Berko. This advanced a cappella
work setting the dedicatory inscription of the statue
of Abraham Lincoln at the Washington National
Cathedral is a powerful reflection on courage and
gradual change. It explores the idea that change is
not linear but gradual and infused with an extreme
amount of personal courage.
11640801 SATB divisi or SSAATTBB . . . . 3.60
Listen to the Silence—Frank Ticheli. Akin to the
composer's well-known composition Earth Song,
this piece was composed in a cabin situated amid
fields and forests of breathtaking beauty. The text
portrays silence as an aspect of nature's beauty,
drawing attention to natural images that make little
or no sound: the sky, moonlight, a colorful sunset,
falling snow, and breezes wafting through the trees.
Both works serve as reminders of the fragile gifts of
nature that we often overlook in our busy lives.
11614332 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
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