Alfred Choral Designs

From master composer Antonio Vivaldi's Laetatus Sum (a setting of Psalm 121), this edition brings the brief work to today's choirs. Featuring an accessible Latin text and a lively optional cello part,...

An achievable thriller on a familiar Latin text! Jay Althouse's compelling mixed meter theme develops into a shimmering array of contemporary harmonies in this exciting, angular work. A reflective ada...

An achievable thriller on a familiar Latin text! Jay Althouse's compelling mixed meter theme develops into a shimmering array of contemporary harmonies in this exciting, angular work. A reflective ada...

Joy instantly abounds as the well-edited keyboard introduction sets the tone for this impressive, yet approachable Baroque selection - the first movement of Vivaldi's masterwork of the same name. Chor...

This rhythmic setting of the Christina Rossetti text is a truly unique approach. Set in a minor key with light syncopations, the triadic harmony quickly falls into place. Program as a processional and...

This rhythmic setting of the Christina Rossetti text is a truly unique approach. Set in a minor key with light syncopations, the triadic harmony quickly falls into place. Program as a processional and...

Stacked vocal lines and counterpoint handclaps sound (and look) stunning! Each voice part introduces its own independent melody with claps, until everything combines in joyful polyphony. Some chordal...

Majestic and exuberant, this quintessential concert/contest selection opens and closes with an accented Latin text theme. In the middle, a contrasting chant-like 'Resonet in laudibus' softens and slow...

Majestic and exuberant, this quintessential concert/contest selection opens and closes with an accented Latin text theme. In the middle, a contrasting chant-like 'Resonet in laudibus' softens and slow...

Des sonorités chorales colorées émergent sur une partie de piano au rythme régulier dans ce traitement contemporain du texte latin traditionnel. Le compositeur Jacob Narverud reste fidèle au degré ton...

Colorful choral sonorities emerge over a steady "heartbeat" piano part in this contemporary treatment of the traditional Latin text. Composer Jacob Narverud remains faithful to the tonic scale degree...

La réalisation radieuse de Victor C. Johnson du texte latin traditionnel "lumière née de la lumière" convient aussi bien à la salle de concert qu'à la scène ou au sanctuaire. Avec beaucoup d'espace po...

Victor C. Johnson's radiant realization of the traditional Latin "light born of light" text is equally fitting for the concert hall, stage, or sanctuary. With plenty of room for expressive singing, th...

An achievable thriller on a familiar Latin text! Jay Althouse's compelling mixed meter theme develops into a shimmering array of contemporary harmonies in this exciting, angular work. A reflective ada...

Sally Albrecht has adeptly set a 'Kyrie eleison' text to Handel's classic 'Sarabande' melody. You'll recognize the melody as soon as you hear it, and your immediate reaction will be, 'Why hasn't someo...

A strong choral statement that begins in C minor, builds, and finishes powerfully with a jubilant ending in E-flat major. Great contemporary writing, accessible for today's choirs. One of Jay Althouse...

This tender song of remembrance features a poignant original text combined with Latin phrases from the Requiem Mass. Close cluster chords, beautifully sculpted phrases, and expressive dynamics leave t...

Presenting one of Franz Schubert's masterpieces, skillfully arranged for developing choral groups. An elegant combination of sectional features and homophonic choral texture, this arrangement allows c...

Lyrical voices float over a Bach-inspired piano accompaniment in this beautiful setting built on five common Latin words. Three independent melodies are introduced one at a time and eventually layered...

Victor C. Johnson's radiant realization of the traditional Latin "light born of light" text is equally fitting for the concert hall, stage, or sanctuary. With plenty of room for expressive singing, th...

An absolutely superb choral setting of the famous 'Bless the Lord, O my Soul' psalm. Optional clarinet, oboe, or violin. Comfortable, singable vocal writing.

New for SATB and SAB! A singable Mozart canon is the basis for this fine 2-part arrangement by Donald Moore. An optional flute (included in the publication) also joins in the canon. The canonic style...

New for SATB and SAB! A singable Mozart canon is the basis for this fine 2-part arrangement by Donald Moore. An optional flute (included in the publication) also joins in the canon. The canonic style...

A new, fresh, rhythmic setting of the Latin 'Gloria in excelsis Deo' text. For a truly novel approach, add the percussion ensemble SoundPax, or use the SoundTrax CD which includes all the percussion p...

Solid choral writing, expressive legato, and a breathtaking melodic theme can't be missed in this contemporary work appropriate for concerts, contests, and festivals. This gorgeous setting of the trad...