David C. Dickau : 'Tis the Season

David C. Dickau, a renowned composer, has surprised us with a spectacular medley of traditional holiday songs arranged for 4-Hand piano accompaniment (optional strings and percussion available separately, P9131D). Deck the Hall, He is Born the Divine Christ Child, Angels We Have Heard on High, I Saw Three Ships, Hanukkah, Oh Hanukkah, Ding Dong! Merrily on High, and We Wish You a Merry Christmas make up the songs that honor the season. Commissioned by the 2025 Idaho Commissioning Consortium, its premieres will feature several excellent high school choirs. Choirs of all kinds will find this medley a joyful addition to many holiday singing occasions.

Arranger: David C. Dickau

David Schmidt : 'Twas in the Moon of Wintertime

This mysterious modal sixteenth century French tune receives a first-class twenty-first century treatment by David Schmidt. Written for the Willamette Master Chorus series, it celebrates the birth of Christ in four intriguing verses and then breaks into a climactic Gloria in excelsis Deo. The ending quiets down softly and resolves into a pleasing major tonality.

Arranger: David Schmidt

Allan Robert Petker : A Christmas Greeting

A lovely choral setting of a poem by Edward Elgar's wife Alice, describing a Christmas scene in England and reminding us of love's power to bring us together. This edition can be sung as originally written by Elgar (SA voices, 2 violins, and piano) or with lower voices added (as Elgar included in later editions). Optional viola and cello parts are also offered. This tender holiday concert opener is rich in Edwardian musical colors.

Arranger: Allan Robert Petker | Composer: Edward Elgar

Philip Lawson : A Festival Sanctus

Former King's Singer Philip Lawson has composed an energetic composition befitting its festive name. The changing meters and piano accompaniment's punctuating entrances add interest. This is an excellent high school and college performance piece or sacred service number.

Composer: Philip Lawson

Brian Tate : Different

Brian Tate's unique pop-folk, counterpoint-rich style always comes with meaningful messages. The title says it all: this song celebrates the lesson that we're all different, but at the same time much more similar than we think. It's the kind of tune you go home singing after the concert!

Composer: Brian Tate

Ludwig van Beethoven : Gloria From Missa Solemnis

Beethoven gave us some stirring choral music, including the Missa Solemnis. Pavane's Masterworks Movements series has selected the Gloria movement for this edition, which is true to Beethoven's original except for the final notes, which modulated in the Beethoven score and here remain in the same key. Beethoven's original orchestration is also available, or you can choose a chamber arrangement.

Composer: Ludwig van Beethoven

Iryna Aleksiychuk : Holy Lord of Hosts

The Grant Gershon choral series is pleased to release a new SSAA voicing of this choral work. Gershon, director of the Los Angeles Master Chorale, seeks to champion composers of excellence from all around the world. Iryna Aleksiychuk is from Ukraine, and is a well-established composer and performer throughout Europe. We are delighted to share her craftsmanship with the American choral community. This piece, intended for advanced treble choirs, demonstrates her remarkable skill of communicating with a cappella voices. The Ukrainian text is provided phonetically for ease of learning.

Composer: Iryna Aleksiychuk

Allan Robert Petker : In Unceasing Serenade

Inspired by words from scripture, this piece celebrates all those who give service to others. The opening melody soars joyfully into a rhythmic canonic section, followed by a tender, prayerful interlude, that leads into a triumphant recapitulation. Optional parts for String Quartet and Oboe are available separately.

Composer: Allan Robert Petker

Kevin A. Memley : Make Me Know

We are pleased to launch the Christopher W. Peterson Choral Series with this compelling piece by Kevin A. Memley. English poet Euan Tate provides a text that celebrates the relational benefits that emerge from the craft of choral singing - a most relevant and unique perspective. The premiere will occur at the ACDA Western Regional in 2026.

Composer: Kevin A. Memley

Kevin A. Memley : O Magnum Mysterium

Kevin Memley's SATB divisi a cappella setting of O Magnum Mysterium has been one of his most sought-after compositions. Kevin's skilled choral writing and excellent keyboard artistry come together in this elegant yet approachable voicing new voicing for SATB (no divisi). The piano part enables it to be performed by younger and/or smaller choirs.

Composer: Kevin A. Memley

Ron Kean : The Edge Of Hope

Selected for Chris Maunu's Pacific Youth Chorus Series, this inspiring piece from composer Ron Kean has taken a poem by Paige Burzlaff and set it in a composition that lifts us from despair to hope, darkness to light, and up to the skies. College and community choirs will find this joyful choral an appropriate selection for many concert occasions.

Composer: Ron Kean

Chris Jones : The Snow Lay on the Ground

From the Willamette Master Chorus series comes a wonderful arrangement of the Anglo-Irish carol Venite Adoremus, by Chris Jones. With verses in English, it tells the Christmas story. followed by the familiar Latin chorus. The writing is imaginative and uplifting.

Arranger: Chris Jones

Chris Maunu : Threads Of Dawn

Find our song, we will find our way captures the spirit of this radiant work. Through shimmering harmonies and rich textures, Chris evokes the transformative journey from darkness to light - quiet stillness expanding to soaring climaxes. Evocative in its harmonic language, yet approachable in its vocal writing, this piece rewards singers with both artistic depth and emotional resonance.

Composer: Chris Maunu

Joy T. Nilo : Umawit Kayo Sa Panginoon

The Filipino text is singing praise to God in a new song - and new is an understatement. The quick tempo, off-beat accents and body percussion are just the start. The excitement builds and builds with feverish enticement, never letting up until the glorious final chord. Appropriate for advanced high school, college and community choirs.

Composer: Joy T. Nilo

Ron Kean : Villanelle

Composed by Hector Berlioz, this piece has lyrics in both the original French and English. It is a celebration of the coming of spring. Accepted into the Judith Herrington series, Ron Kean's delightful two-part arrangement is an excellent choice for high school and college treble choirs.

Arranger: Ron Kean | Composer: Hector Berlioz

Want a Christmas concert opener or closer to dazzle your audience? John Alexander's A Carol Fantasy hits the mark. Never has an arrangement of In Dulci Jubilo been so exhilarating. There's even a dash of Personet Hodie thrown in. The instrumentation for brass, timpani, percussion, harp and organ adds power and punch.

Arranger: John Alexander

This elegant Christmas poem comes from the late 19th-century English poet G. K. Chesterton. The music maintains the orderliness and symmetry of the lyrics, colored with 21st-century harmonies. The combination is poignant and stirring; traditional yet new.

Composer: Ron Kean

This choral piece uses canons to create a showcase for choirs that is absolutely irresistible! The captivating melody dances in your imagination until you can't help but sing along!

Composer: Allan Robert Petker

Emerging from a unison pitch the a cappella voices channel through gorgeous suspensions and luxuriously lingering resolutions. This song of peace described in Latin text is immediately timeless and useful in church, high schools and college choirs.

Composer: Jonathan Adams

Jordan Bennett is a promising new composer, evident in this compelling setting of the Adoramus Te text. The mellifluous lines flow and cross into warm cadences befitting the Lenten lyrics. High School and college choirs will find this work both educational and beautiful and church choirs will enjoy it as well.

Composer: Jordan Bennett

Selected for the Ron Kean Multicultural Series, this piece utilizes sounds from African folk songs and is now available for SAB. With a myriad of percussion instruments, the rhythm is set. A joyful chorus emerges with an occasional solo interjection.

Composer: David Montoya

It is always refreshing and grounding to sing a Handel anthem. This Alleluia from the oratorio Deborah was first used by Handel in the Coronation Anthem No. 3, Let Thy Hand Be Strengthened. Robert Sieving has arranged the piece for SAATB choir and organ. Energetic and majestic aptly describe this worthy anthem for both church and school.

Composer: George Frideric Handel

Chris Maunu is quickly becoming a highly respected and recognized name for his excellent work with youth choirs. He is the Artistic Director for the Pacific Youth Choir in Portland, OR, and Pavane is pleased to announce the Pacific Youth Choir Series, Chris Maunu, Editor. Votum is Latin for hope, and this piece for advanced youth choir or adults affirms we will find hope from within.

Composer: Chris Maunu

Here is a masterpiece; a missa brevis merging American hymns and spirituals with traditional liturgy. The unique nature of this work will enable this to be performed in both church and school programs. Available separately: SATB, Listening CD (SATB), Preview CD Pak (SATB), Chamber Orchestra Parts, Chamber Orchestra Score (for SATB), Full Orchestra Parts, Full Orchestra Score (for SATB).

Arranger: John Gerhold | Composer: Ron Kean

Beginning with a strong fanfare, this selection eventually moves into the traditional French carol, Angels We Have Heard on High. But the greatest part is when Ms. Foncannon brings in Beethoven's Ode to Joy and weaves them together as if they have always meant to be joined. The Christmas classic nature of the song enables this church anthem to work in many school situations as well. Available: SATB, 2-Part.

Composer: Ellen Foncannon

Sung in Hebrew and clearly a Jewish tune, this musical arrangement is haunting and profound. The text is a statement of faith and hope and could serve as a poignant concert or worship opener. The violin part is included in the octavo and brings authenticity to this multicultural offering.

Arranger: Stephen Coker | Composer: Traditional Jewish Tune

Chris Maunu is quickly becoming a highly respected and recognized name for his excellent work with youth choirs. He is the Artistic Director for the Pacific Youth Choir in Portland, OR, and Pavane is pleased to announce the Pacific Youth Choir Series, Chris Maunu, Editor. Using words from the poem Courage by Ella Wheeler Wilcox, Chris creates an energetic and uplifting piece for young voices, middle school to high school. The piano and djembe add vitality and rhythm that support the encouraging theme.

Composer: Chris Maunu

It is the poetry of the King James version that places this sacred text into the concert program. That, and the exquisite setting that Jonathan Adams, a revered high school choral teacher, offers. Known for his a cappella writing and elongated cadence resolutions, Adams gives us all the satisfying suspensions we could ever want. This musical painting will work with advanced high school, community and college choirs and also for fine church choirs. Medium.

Composer: Jonathan Adams

The Randy Stenson International Series launches with this stunning a cappella motet by Alejandro Consolacion. Based in Japan, Randy leads seminars throughout Asia and hears beautiful choral music most of us would miss. This anthem pulls at the heartstrings and complements any college or community choir program. Medium to difficult.

Composer: Alejandro Consolacion

Stacey Gibbs is known for his outstanding spiritual arrangements, and this piece makes a delightful departure as an original composition. Much of the creativity that is evident in his arrangements remains, but the melody is entirely Gibbs'. Writing primarily for advanced high school and college choirs, Gibbs rewards us with his unique originality - this usually quiet text ends with strength and assurance. For college, community choirs and church choirs. Medium.

Composer: Stacey V. Gibbs

Beginning gently and building steadily, fortitude, resilience, and determination radiate throughout this song. An assurance that we will always strive for social justice and love in action is heard loud and clear. Yet there is a calmness in the way it is expressed, in the way it claims victory. This is a message appropriate in both worship and concert.

Composer: Curtis Heard

It is the text that deserves your attention first. The Benedictine Blessing stands as a unique approach in its prayer requests. The musical setting was lauded by the lyricist, and brings a further poignant depth to the supplication. A worthy offering in concert and worship.

Composer: Allan Robert Petker

First released in SSAA, the enthusiastic response demanded this SAB setting. Delightfully arranged and with excellent historical notes, it is both fun and educational. A wonderful festival piece and concert opener.

Arranger: Robert Jones

Absolute fun! That best describes this great arrangement of a classic American folk song. Esteemed conductor John Alexander, with co-arranger Ryan McSweeney, have created an excellent festival piece for high school, college and community choirs. The 4-hand piano score, string bass, xylophone and guitar add to the fullness of this playful piece.

Arranger: Ryan McSweeney

This traditional African-American slave song comes from the Georgia Sea Islands. The a cappella Spiritual style rocks this energetic and evangelizing song. Brian Tate brings a soulful passion to his arrangements and this one does not disappoint. Easy to medium, excellent for high school, community and church choirs.

Arranger: Brian Tate

It is said that accepting change is hard to do. Brian Tate addresses this head-on in his typical uplifting fashion. Brian's messages are always positive and helpful, and his music carries the truthful lessons in the form of a celebration.

Composer: Brian Tate

The John Alexander Series features arrangements by Mr. Alexander for large community choirs with orchestra.What a delight to release this Peanuts favorite on the heels of the recent The Peanuts Movie opening. John did a splendid job of capturing the fun of the song and voicing it for the larger forces. Easy to Medium.

Arranger: John Alexander | Composer: Vince Guaraldi

Brian Tate wants to help bring us all together and uses his imaginative music and community-building texts to make it happen. Each vocal part gets its own statement, and they sequence together into a rollicking chorus. Available a cappella for almost every voicing, it is now arranged for 2-part voices with accompaniment. Easy and fun.

Composer: Brian Tate

Brian Tate wants to help bring us all together and uses his imaginative music and community-building texts to make it happen. Each vocal part gets its own statement and they sequence together into a rollicking chorus, all a cappella, all fun. High school, community, even college choirs can find a joyful spot to program this number. Easy.

Composer: Brian Tate

Selected for the Magen Solomon series, this dreamy setting is beautiful and distinctive. The magic of this arrangement is in the creativity of the harmonies. An excellent Christmas selection for high school, college or community choirs. Medium in difficulty.

Arranger: Jerry Mueller

This Chassidic Nigun brings a Jewish cultural tradition to the choral community with history and fun. The song without words uses a syllable sound with historic roots that are explained in the performance notes. It enables us to enjoy a taste of an 18th century practice that is both entertaining and meaningful. Perfect for high school or college, easy to sing.

Arranger: Coreen Duffy

Kane Bradley is a Junior and Senior high choral director and a relatively new composer on the scene. His De Profundis employs minimalism and contemporary harmonies that are quite compelling. He builds walls of sound in repeated phrases that enable less experience choirs to enjoy the power of modern music in a satisfying way. Both high school and college choirs will enjoy this work.

Composer: Kane Bradley

The Williamette Choral Series is joyfully introduced with three carols, each capturing the Big Band swing sound. This Big Band flavor adds a classy element to the swing sound and is the charm that brings a smile to one's face. The writing is intelligent and musical. All three carols will delight singers and listeners alike and can be presented as a set or individually.

Arranger: Chris Jones | Composer: Branle de l'Official

This American folk song from the time of the building of the railroads is both familiar, brawny and humorous. The arrangement is enjoyable and the story comical, making it a great concert selection. Easy to medium in difficulty.

Arranger: Brian Tate

Can learning Solfege really be fun? Is it possible to sing a song on Solfege in a concert? Ken Berg answered those questions in a big way when, years ago, he wrote the first Galop for young voices. 100,000 copies later, plus SAB and SATB voicings, it only seemed right to release an SSA voicing. The song is an audience-pleaser for sure, and undeniably useful for teaching Solfege.

Composer: Ken Berg

The word lullaby conjures up a gentle bedtime song, and true to form, Gartan Mother's Lullaby is that and so much more. Under arranger Jaysmith's care there comes an added mystery and caress, rich with images of crickets and fog and lambs and such. Delicately written for treble chorus, appropriate for high school, college and community ensembles. Medium.

Arranger: Sarah Jaysmith

This is a modern day spiritual. The SATB voicing has been one of the best-selling pieces for many years. Now Brian Tate has given us a TTBB edition. The words are reassuring and positive and the tune simply rolls as easy as a gentle wave. Easy.

Composer: Brian Tate

Ellen Foncannon sets a firm foundation and introduces us to several different melodies singing of God's holiness. The styles vary, but there is a consistent character that finally releases into the familiar hymn for which we have all been waiting. With youthful zest the anthem concludes with a gratifying climax. Available: SATB.

Composer: Ellen Foncannon

Emily Dickinson's poem on hope has wings of its own, but now, it also has a song. The words lift right off the page, encouraged with melody and catapulted with harmony. Excellent for high school, college and community choirs, yet its dedication alerts you that it will fit in the sacred space as well. Medium.

Composer: Debra Scroggins

Greg Gilpin really knows how to write a dynamic song. The tune and rhythm are immediately catchy and the song practically sings itself. Excellent for church or school. Available: SAB.

Composer: Greg Gilpin