Musique sacrée

This brilliant motet by Jan Pieter Sweelinck is a substantial work for better high schools and up; opening with a virtuosic unfolding of imitative vocal phrases followed by a quiet middle section and...

Rich harmony and passionate feeling in the music is brought forth through long arched phrases in this motet by one of the masters of the High Renaissance. The sorrowful text from Lamentations was used...

John Leavitt's simple a cappella setting of the beloved Song of Solomon text features haunting suspensions and warm choral sonorities. Available: SATB a cappella.

John Leavitt's simple a cappella setting of the beloved Song of Solomon text features haunting suspensions and warm choral sonorities. Available: SATB a cappella.

This traditional folk song from Kenya is a conversation between a man and a woman. I love you, but you do not love me. How is that? If you do not love me, you had better tell me so. Dynamic contrast,...

With a text by poet Paul Laurence Dunbar and incorporating the hymn tune Amazing Grace sung by a soloist and then audience/congregation, the chorus sings a jazz-influenced hymn to create a deeply felt...

With a text by poet Paul Laurence Dunbar and incorporating the hymn tune Amazing Grace sung by a soloist and then audience/congregation, the chorus sings a jazz-influenced hymn to create a deeply felt...

A truly creative use of Fauré's 'Pavane' meshes with beautiful lyrics to create an anthem appropriate for Easter, Lent or any time. Effective use of contrasting textures and vocal lines gives an inter...

A beautiful Sacred Choral Anthem for Mixed Voices a cappella, with text taken from John 1:1-3.

Eli Villanueva is quickly becoming a respected name in the musical circles of Los Angeles, first as a soloist, but now as a composer. His artistic setting of the familiar Latin text 'Laudate Dominum'...

Robert Young has selected the works of 19th century poet Christina Rossetti before, and the combination is well wedded. Her colorful and descriptive texts are matched by Young's approach to compositio...

This work is pure magic! Short rhythmic phrases, repeating and building on top of one another, contrasting sections, a dynamic and rewarding conclusion. The traditional Latin text makes it appropriate...

This work is pure magic! Short rhythmic phrases, repeating and building on top of one another, contrasting sections, a dynamic and rewarding conclusion. The traditional Latin text makes it appropriate...

Hassler's time-honored chorale has been given an elegant lift with Fred Bock's arrangement. The organ part sets a somber mood, followed by the a cappella choir. The O Sacred Head text is appropriate f...

Effective and sensitive use of vocal and accompaniment colors make this anthem a haunting Lenten selection. An optional a cappella section adds to the beauty of Helvey's new music and the Robert S. Br...

Effective and sensitive use of vocal and accompaniment colors make this anthem a haunting Lenten selection. An optional a cappella section adds to the beauty of Helvey's new music and the Robert S. Br...

This magnificent 6-part setting of Psalm 118:24 by William Byrd offers a glimpse into the splendor of the English Renaissance. Available: SATB divisi a cappella. Performance Time: Approx. 2:00.

Charles Wesley's familiar and timeless text is found in this inspired new setting from Susan Naylor Callaway. The beautiful brief a cappella section moves quickly to a satisfying and broad final verse...

This original work in the style of a psalm setting is ideal for choral contests and other special events where a cappella works are required. Perform the SSA edition with treble choirs and the SSAB wi...

This a cappella original work is both accessible and appealing for developing choirs and ideal for contest and festival repertoire.

A sensitive and well-written treatment of the classic text, this was originally performed at the 2005 Indiana Music Educators Association Conference. Available for SATB divisi a cappella. Performance...

This expressive a cappella original by Audrey Snyder is perfect for contest and festival use. Excellent voice-leading makes this sound more difficult than it really is. An optional soprano solo comple...

Combining Psalm 130 and 139, along with a text by Isaac Watts, teacher and composer Robert H. Young gives us another of his a cappella treats. His contemporary madrigal style that incorporates a harmo...

This fantastic setting of the canticle by one of Poland's leading composers moves briskly with a large range of dynamics, an aleatoric middle section, and with a propulsion that is electrifying. Diffi...

This rhythmic and joyful anthem of praise with vocal polyphony and a brief a cappella section is accessible to all types of choirs. With a hint of Christ the Lord is Risen Today, it is a perfect choic...