The arranger draws from her personal experience as a young mother in this tender and clever setting of the traditional folk carol. (Second in a set of three.)

Composer: Laurie Betts Hughes

Commissioned by the Association of Anglican Musicians for the 2014 National Conference, this stunning setting of the Hildegard von Bingen text is sure to leave both performer and listener speechless.

Composer: Karen P Thomas

Set to an ancient Latin text that proclaims, "seize the day," composer Szymko is at her creative best, offering lots of drama as the piece unfolds. Tambourine part available as a free download.

Composer: Joan Szymko

Laurie Betts Hughes has created an artful arrangement with open harmonies that reflect the early roots of this traditional English carol. (First in a set of three.)

Composer: Laurie Betts Hughes

Set to a 13th-century anonymous text, the composer says, "Despite its ancient origin, this text is surprisingly "current," a hopeful and accepting call to community, as reflected in the words, "Come even if you have broken your vow a thousand times, come yet again, come." A rhythmic piece with a 3+3+2 eighth note pattern providing the opening. Some clever shifting of tonalities adds interest to the piece.

Composer: Giselle Wyers

Karen P. Thomas has created a classy arrangement of this African American spiritual favorite. With writing that is both glorious and dramatic, mature ensembles will enjoy performing this piece, which showcases beautiful sounds.

Composer: Karen P Thomas

Starting with the most innocent of beginnings and featuring the famous treble melody, this piece builds to a dramatic ending while maintaining the integrity of the original tune. Set for both treble and mixed voices, it is a beautiful celebration of Lowry's hymn.

Composer: Robert Wadsworth Lowry; Karen P Thomas

Starting with the most innocent of beginnings and featuring the famous treble melody, this piece builds to a dramatic ending while maintaining the integrity of the original tune. Set for both treble and mixed voices, it is a beautiful celebration of Lowry's hymn.

Composer: Robert Wadsworth Lowry; Karen P Thomas

The special charm of Laurie Betts Hughes's set of "Three Folk Carols for Mary" is in great evidence here as this favorite spiritual is given a beautiful arrangement for unaccompanied voices. (Third in a set of three.)

Composer: Laurie Betts Hughes

"Hear me, four quarters of the world. A relative I am!" This profound statement of the prayer of Sioux Indian Black Elk dramatically begins this piece. Upbeat in tempo, with a spirited piano accompaniment and great harmonic color, this selection is a welcome addition to repertoire related to peace or humanity.

Composer: Karen P Thomas

The sophisticated choir will appreciate this artistic setting of the famous Song of Songs from the Bible. Beautiful sonorities abound in this creative and sensitive piece that allows for nuance to create a wonderful musical experience. 

Composer: Karen P Thomas