Alfred Choral Designs

Cascading vocal lines, expressive piano, and a melancholy oboe (optional C-instrument) reflect upon the symbolic willow tree. Each of the three poetic verses is further developed musically in this inq...

Achieve your greatest vocal tone with this enchanting winter selection that is sure to be a rewarding choral experience! Delicate sonorities of a minor mode warm the icy theme. Vivid imagery of a poet...

An earthy flute gracefully floats above this reflective choral for 2- and 3-part voices which includes echo singing. Remember and honor your heritage, celebrate and cherish your roots. An expressive S...

Quotes from famous Americans are spoken by narrators throughout this stirring patriotic work. The music incorporates our best-loved American songs, such as 'America,' 'America the Beautiful,' and 'Sim...

Reminiscent of folk songs from the British Isles, this choral gem has a touching text: 'I've traveled and I've wandered. . . but I'll be coming home to stay. ' Especially appropriate for spring concer...

An inspired setting of a thoughtful Spanish text, traditionally used as a blessing. Strikingly simple, yet elegantly effective, this contemporary choral offers a light multicultural sound and may be s...

This heartfelt choral ballad is a touching conclusion for concert programs, moving-up ceremonies, and graduation events. Greg Gilpin's contemporary style and choral sensibilities are evident from the...

A wonderful choice for your concert theme song, this tender choral features expressive vocal lines and a moving music text. Choirs of any age will easily achieve a quality sound, singing in the heart...

An exquisite text combines with stunning music, creating a wonderfully expressive choral work that focuses on the turning of autumn to winter. Vocal lines sing beautifully for all sections of the choi...

Singers will simply shine when performing this lilting setting that celebrates the beauty of the stars. Independent counterlines, sensible ranges, readable rhythms, and notable dynamics make this a te...

Singers will simply shine when performing this lilting setting that celebrates the beauty of the stars. Independent counterlines, sensible ranges, readable rhythms, and notable dynamics make this a te...

Take a winding journey down the river, riding on the buoyant notes of the flowing piano part. This uplifting nature-inspired choral will move choirs to sound their very best. Equally delightful to sin...

This uplifting anthem sounds like a current radio hit - the kind you'll want to sing again and again. Its powerful contemporary pop hook makes for a perfect celebration at the beginning of the year or...

The title of this song refers to a fictional ship named for the real town of Shannon in Western Ireland. Sing the tale of the day she sailed into port, the characters on board, the music that rang fro...

This lesser-known poem by female writer Lura Boies recognizes the inherent artfulness in nature. Imitation in the choral parts replicates rippling waters, and conservative vocal ranges allow every voi...

Greg Gilpin's skillful writing and sensitive interpretation create an expressive piece that brings understanding to this poignant text. Stunning in its simplicity, intelligent voice leading, practical...

The world rhythms and contemporary harmonies in this multicultural original are cause for celebration. An easy-to-learn Swahili text invites us to sing, dance, clap our hands, and stomp our feet! Visi...

A wonderful wintertime selection that's easy to put together! Sing the familiar song the first time, the rollicking original melody the second, then put them together and you're off to grandmother's h...

A stirring text combined with solid choral writing make this an ideal choice for concerts and festivals. Perfect for massed choirs or for any size choir. Starts small, builds, and then ends quietly: '...

Honorez les militaires actifs et les vétérans à tout moment de l'année avec cet hymne patriotique majestueux, disponible dans une variété de voicings. Avec des solos optionnels, c'est un hommage sincè...

Honor active military and veterans at any time of year with this stately patriotic anthem, available in a variety of voicings. Bookended with optional solos, it's a sincere tribute to the armed forces...

This joyful work makes a brilliant program opener, closer, or theme. Smartly crafted to be impressive in concert or contest, yet accomplishable in rehearsal. Syncopated percussion parts, available fre...

This joyful work makes a brilliant program opener, closer, or theme. Smartly crafted to be impressive in concert or contest, yet accomplishable in rehearsal. Syncopated percussion parts, available fre...

Patriotic and fun! Greg Gilpin's creative partner song combines singers and kazoos on two well-known, flag-waving favorites. A rousing crowd-pleaser!

Some history: this song comes from Haiti, but actually refers to the first King of Angola, Ngolo Kiluanje, who was revered as a great king. The Creole word for 'king' ('wa') plus the king's name ('Ngo...