The rich harmonies and striking textures of this work by Lithuanian composer Jonas Tamulionis (b. 1949) will enrich the repertoire of all advanced choirs. Duration: Approx. 4:40. Recorded by Ave Vita, conductor Kastytis Barisas. Used by permission.

Composer: Jonas Tamulionis

Part of a larger work, Requiem for Peace, this piece was built on a cantus firmus melody by Kuni Murai and honors the suffering civilians of the world who have been caught in the cross fire between warring nations. Duration: ca. 5:00. Recording used by permission of Larry Nickel.

Composer: Larry Nickel

A profoundly beautiful text describes a child in her bed at night, staring out of her high-rise window at a view obscured by a thick haze, her bedroom flooded with sounds from the city. Such a child may turn out to be the voice that brings about the changes needed to remedy our relationship with the planet. This original and hopeful text by the composer is set in a unique, somewhat jazzy style.

Composer: Don Macdonald

Inspired by the astonishing Thomas Tallis setting of the same text and using Tallis's original melody in the final refrain, this work from Swiss composer Ivo Antognini is full of shimmering chords and surprising harmonic inventions. Highly recommended for accomplished choirs and ensembles.

Composer: Ivo Antognini

Jon Washburn has crafted a lush and dramatic setting of this traditional Japanese folksong. Using the choir as a traditional Japanese stringed folk instrument, Jon sets the mood with a gentle vocal accompaniment for a soprano solo. Soon the dynamics swell and the full sense of spring and the wonder of nature explode with vocal intensity, painting the picture of the arrival of spring.

Arranger: Jon Washburn

The works of Swiss composer Ivo Antognini have been described as sublime. This setting of the beloved hymn by Franz Gruber certainly qualifies as sublime with the rich jazz chord voicings and unique choral textures. It may be performed by a vocal jazz group, chamber choir or larger concert ensemble for a beautiful and warm concert moment.

Arranger: Ivo Antognini | Composer: Franz Xaver Gruber

Rollicking and upbeat, this playful setting of a traditional Irish children's song is accented with hand-clapping and foot-stomping. Limited ranges and familiar harmonies enhance its accessibility and make it a winner!

Arranger: Jon Washburn

This is a cheerful, uptempo, jazzy setting of a children's poem originally entitled The Boogie Woogie Beagle Blues. A delightfully whimsical change-of-pace for any fine choir!

Composer: Scott Macmillan

Based on Lithuanian folksongs, this setting portrays a wild night in a tavern, with singing, laughing, shouting and dancing. For college choirs and up, this is a perfect tour-de-force! Performance Time: Approx. 3:40

Composer: Algimantas Brazinskas

This beautiful Sara Teasdale poem presents, initially, a comforting vision of the natural beauty of a world returning to equilibrium until we realize that it can only happen after humans are removed from the natural equation. Written a century ago, this timely text is set by Rob Teehan in a lush, colorful style which will allow your choir to focus on the poignant text. Duration: ca. 3:30

Composer: Rob Teehan

The words of this Christina Rossetti poem are simple, but spiritually profound. They speak of trusting in unknowable things, and of appreciating the miracle of our existence. The music is lyrical and contrapuntal with wide dynamic contrasts and moments for your singers to express their individual musicianship.

Composer: David Archer