Burchard has become one of the most commissioned composers and for good reason. His madrigal style is consistently enthralling, with an easy harmonic flow, gentle suspensions, and a fluid density that is uniquely his own. The Burns text is famously familiar, but the tune is completely original. The piece begins with the introduction of the theme sung by unison sopranos. Parts are added until the full divisi complement of voices are encircling each other in typical Burchard fashion. Medium in difficulty and appropriate for any concert situation.

Using 14th-century plainsong as a point of departure, Richard Burchard masterfully crafts a stunning new SSATTB setting of the Latin text. This gorgeous hymn was written for Michelle Jensen's Sterling Ensemble, and is suitable for advanced ensembles in sacred and secular environments alike.

Breathtakingly peaceful describes this new stunner from Richard Burchard, which was commissioned by the ACDA Western Division for their 50th anniversary convention. Rich, warm harmonies have been woven to one of Stevenson's most uplifting poems. For advanced high school, college and community choirs.

Composer Richard Burchard toggles the verses of this beautiful piece between monophonic chant and homophonic chorales. The two styles meld together, producing a piece that sounds both fresh and timeless. Richard's compositional style is careful and profound. You can't rush through one of his pieces, you want to linger and enjoy the richness he creates. Selected for the Bruce Rogers Choral series.

This beautiful rendering of the love verses from I Corinthians 13 is a small masterpiece by Richard Burchard. Beginning with a simple chant sung in canon over a pedal point, the textures soon expand and evolve into dense flowing lines that typify Burchard's style. High school choirs, college choirs and good church choirs will enjoy this expressive composition.

It is a song of praise written in a distinguished, elegant style that has become a hallmark of composer Richard Burchard. Richard selected the text portions from the book of James and Corinithians. Performed at the ACDA Southern Region convention in 2022, this is another stunning contemporary madrigal that merges ancient sounds with a newness that is spellbinding.

Richard Burchard's Dedication in the Jefferson Johnson Choral Series is scored for advanced and unaccompanied male chorus (TTBB divisi). For mature college/university or community choruses. Difficulty Level: Medium Adult.

Poetry By: Mark Twain

This well-known poem by Longfellow metaphorically paints the calming qualities of the night. What Richard Burchard does musically is enrapturing. The listener is immersed sonically into the poem even deeper. It is an obvious concert closer but stands well at other times too. Eight-part a cappella choir and tenor soloist will work best with advanced high school, college or community choirs. Medium difficulty.

This beautiful anthem launches the Jennifer Pascual Series, and a more heavenly piece could not have been chosen. Richard Burchard has established himself as a composer of modern polyphony and creates some of the most gorgeous harmonies heard in the 21st century. This Latin setting of In Paradisum serves as a sacred piece for Lent in worship or a concert selection for college and fine community choirs. Medium to Difficult.

This choral for male voices has all the right elements. Using a beautiful poem by Rainer Maria Rilke, Richard Burchard has weaved his signature musical lines into a deeply touching song. The commission by conductor and Pavane series editor, John Byun, for the 2018 Tennessee MEA High School All-State, completes the circle of creativity. Excellent for concerts for any season.

Poet Stephen Bock authors a text of contrasts - Make me weak so that I must lean on Your strength... blind to see with Your vision - reminding us that our full reliance is on God. To this prayer, composer Richard Burchard paints in the musical colors and in warm and engaging lines, for which he is known. Accompanied by piano and a rich cello part, this is a beautiful anthem for almost any time of year. Medium.

Richard Burchard's carefully-crafted setting of No Longer Mourn gives vivid, melodic life to William Shakespeare's text, which is beautifully supported by profound harmonic fullness. A richly satisfying piece for chamber, college, and community choirs alike.

This is a beautiful, plaintive song written in Burchard's inimitable style. The harmonic progression moves slowly while each chord is enriched with scrumptious inner movement. Rainer Maria Rilke's text is full of wonder, hope and understanding. The expression within this piece is a profound experience for listener and singer alike.

Here is a beautiful setting of the classic text from Richard Burchard. Opening with just the chant line the piece soon broadens like a stream into a river of sound. Richard's signature progressions, ripe with lush suspensions, cascade into warm pools of resolution. This is a most satisfying piece for college and community choirs.

Premiered at the NCCO conference in 2012, this beautiful meditative piece was commissioned by John Byun and is part of his new choral series. Rich in tone color with thick harmonic writing, the text calls for understanding and empathy at a time of pain from fellow humans. It is an excellent selection for high school and college concerts and festivals.

A modern day madrigal, this demonstrates the artistry of Richard Burchard. The Teasdale text paints words of description with much deeper meanings, ultimately releasing the fear of death. The melodic lines outrank expectation with stunning leaps that are surprisingly sensuous. The responsive chorus sections are like joyful dances around the Maypole, playful and buoyant. A wonderful concert or festival piece.

This melodic setting from Richard Burchard features an original tune, which is beautifully supported by his classic, harmonic fullness. As the deer pants is a text of such yearning and this Latin setting carries that message as well. A great selection for high school, college and community choirs.

In only a few short years Richard Burchard has become recognized as one of the new, great choral composers in America. His sonorities are often thick but always rich and satisfying. His melodies are more harmonic and vertical than typically horizontal and yet the music flows effortlessly. This Latin text from the Psalms is one of the most assuring. For excellent high school, college and community choirs.

Commissioned by The Westminster Chorus, Justin Miller, Director, for the 2019 ACDA National Conference, Richard Burchard has given us an arrangement for men's choir that is rich and moving. Interweaving lines are classic to Richard's compositional style, and within this spiritual they add intensity and reverence. For festival or concert use.

Only Shakespeare commands words well enough to discuss growing old in a flattering way. Composed in primarily homphonic lines, the text comes through easily. The music is as lovely as the poem, with optional directions to perform the work in a double choir formation. Excellent for concert and festival use.

Originally released for male choir, this revoicing evokes the mournfulness surrounding the crucifixion of Christ. Burchard's flowing lines, in and out of alluring suspensions, keeps us immersed in the sweet tension of the Latin text. But our struggles are beautifully rewarded as the piece quietly ends in the major tonality. A wonderful Lenten or Communion anthem for the advanced church choir, or a concert piece for community or college choirs. Medium in difficulty.

Richard Burchard's writing has captivated the interest of a cappella choirs the world over. Is it any wonder, with flowing contrapuntal lines reminiscent of Palestrina colored with luxurious harmonies from the 21st century? The six short sections from the book of Jeremiah are set in Latin. Excellent for college and community choirs. Medium to Difficult.

Here is a piece containing all the richness and harmonic interest in every Burchard tune but confined to just 4 voice parts. Even more remarkable is that the 4 parts are SSAB, so even a middle school choir could possibly use this piece. The text is popular, one often set to music. But Richard Burchard is one of the most commissioned composers of our time and so expect the best. Excellent for concert or festival use.

The fabulous thing about this piece is that it adheres to an Irish flavor while still giving us the thick and sonorous harmonies we expect from Richard Burchard. A wonderful concert closer, it pulls at the heartstrings and provides a warm benediction. Selected for the Jefferson Johnston Male Chorus Series.

Gibbons first wrote the famous setting of his text in 1612. The clever poem shares when a swan's voice is heard and compares it to the state of human character. Burchard not only maintains the poem but a renaissance motet style colored in 21st century harmonies. College and comminity choirs will ennjoy this brilliant work.

It is the words to the famous English carol you expect, but the music is a pleasant surprise. The rolling piano part is reminiscent of a harp and sets the dance in motion. The vocal lines are buoyant and flowing. The harmonies are not what you expect from Burchard, and the unexpected change is delightful.

Jonathan Talberg's choral series has produced a library of excellence for the advanced a cappella choir, and this latest entry is a beauty. Richard Burchard tends to write in a density that is thick and rich, yet this composition has an openness that feels new and equally satisfying.

Written for the University of Kentucky Men's Chorus, Jefferson Johnson, Director for the 2018 ACDA Southern Division Conference, this is a striking piece for men's choir. The text, in Latin, from Romans, is a vibrant description of creation's struggle. The music is rich and expressive.

Justin Miller, the amazing conductor of the Westminster Men's Chorus, launches his choral series with this beautiful work by Richard Burchard. This is a complex piece with multiple divisi, two solo parts and a text about visions and dreams, based on Acts 2:17-18. Rather than English, Burchard selected Latin which is more fitting for the concert hall. Your male choir's efforts will be well-rewarded with a significant artistic statement.

Many famous composers have set the heart-wrenching text of King David's weeping over the death of his son, Absalom. Burchard's setting is powerful and stirring and will not disappoint a singer or listener. Selected for the Bruce Rogers' Choral Series, the brilliance of this composition is in the musical suspensions that capture the emotions so completely. Appropriate for advanced church choirs.

Where Are You? Stephen Bock's poignant text asks where a loved one has gone, now that death has come. Burchard's setting for a cappella SATB divisi and two soloists, with its rising, searching motives, beautifully captures the feeling of the question Where are you? Suitable for advanced ensembles, this piece will surely create a powerfully touching moment for your listeners.

Written in memory of a lost love, Richard Burchard uses the beautiful words of Rainer Maria Rilke. Author and composer are perfectly wed. Burchard's music offers tender cries that swell into rivers of glorious sound. Selected for the Jonathan Talberg series, this will be a favorite for advanced high school, college and community choirs. Medium difficulty.