The new Jonathan Talberg Choral Series features advanced music of distinction for festival use. Dr. Talberg (Cal State Univ. Long Beach) is one of the new names on the guest conducting circuit with an ear for excellence. Cory Johnson uses the choral instrument masterfully to express the spiritual poetry of Rumi.

Composer: Cory Johnson

Classic Brian Tate: an uplifting text, catchy and sing-able a cappella counterpoint, uniquely combining a folk and spiritual sound, this is a winner. Arranged for male voices now, this piece joins several other voicings in our catalog.

Composer: Brian Tate

Classic Brian Tate: an uplifting text, catchy and sing-able a cappella counterpoint, uniquely combining a folk and spiritual sound, this is a winner. Arranged for male voices now, this piece joins several other voicings in our catalog.

Arranger: Brian Tate | Composer: Brian Tate

High school choral director, Jonathan Adams, has composed a number of beautiful a cappella pieces. This setting of Ecclesiastes 3:11 contains those yummy suspensions and cadences that choirs yearn for. A great church anthem, this piece also fits the concert hall for high school, college and community groups.

Composer: Jonathan Adams

Brian Tate is a master at creating a new song that sounds seasoned in time. Equally amazing is how natural the vocal parts are - almost singing themselves. Gather at the River reminds us of a hymn but sounds like a spiritual, and yet the message remains ubiquitous - both sacred and secular. Middle schools, high schools, churches and community choirs will find this an excellent piece to program. Easy.

Composer: Brian Tate

Brian Tate is a master at creating a new song that sounds seasoned in time. Equally amazing is how natural the vocal parts are - almost singing themselves. Gather at the River reminds us of a hymn but sounds like a spiritual, and yet the message remains ubiquitous - both sacred and secular. Middle schools, high schools, churches and community choirs will find this an excellent piece to program. Easy.

Arranger: Brian Tate | Composer: Brian Tate

Waller's beautiful poem has been elegantly set by Kim Kamerin. Contemporary tone clusters create colorful chords of expression. Written for his high school Women's Chamber ensemble, this is a demanding piece, but well worth the effort.

Composer: Kim K. Kamerin

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 an SAB edition, perfect for middle school choirs and small choirs. The words are reassuring and positive and tune simply rolls as easy as a gentle wave. Easy.

Arranger: Brian Tate | Composer: Brian Tate

Brian Tate has cleverly combined the texts from a variety of frequently used spirituals to create a brand new choral selection. The yearning for belonging is quickly evident and rocks gently to a satisfying finish.

Arranger: Brian Tate

Brian Tate cleverly combined the texts from a variety of frequently used spirituals to create a brand new choral selection. The yearning for belonging is quickly evident and rocks gently to a satisfying finish. Brian Tate has been composing and arranging a steady string of choral hits that deserves our attention.

Arranger: Brian Tate

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 an SAB edition, perfect for middle school choirs and small choirs. The words are reassuring and positive and tune simply rolls as easy as a gentle wave. Easy.

Arranger: Brian Tate | Composer: Brian Tate

Brian Tate has cleverly combined the texts from a variety of frequently used spirituals to create a brand new choral selection. The yearning for belonging is quickly evident and rocks gently to a satisfying finish.

Arranger: Brian Tate

Brian Tate cleverly combined the texts from a variety of frequently used spirituals to create a brand new choral selection. The yearning for belonging is quickly evident and rocks gently to a satisfying finish. Brian Tate has been composing and arranging a steady string of choral hits that deserves our attention.

Arranger: Brian Tate

This great spiritual arrangement with optional djembe accompaniment could be the winner release for 2007. You can't sit still for this one. With optional solos and driving ostinato statements this piece does not let you down! Another super arrangement from Canadian composer, Brian Tate.

Arranger: Brian Tate

The text was found on a basement wall in Cologne after WWII, and embodies the strength of optimism we grasp at times of despair. Dedicated to the Katrina victims, Jonathan Adams has created a moving musical setting. In close harmonies he produces a melody that rises with the poem. Equally effective for church or school.

Composer: Jonathan Adams

The moving WWI poem by John McCrae has received many choral treatments, but talented composer, Doug Andrews, gives us a refreshing musical perspective. The lilting melody is caressed in gentle harmonies and tasteful part writing. A compelling tribute during times of conflict, this is an appropriate offering at this time.

Composer: Doug Andrews

In May of 2013, NDSU and ACDA co-sponsored the Choral Symposium: Music of the Americas. It has produced friendships and great music from across the Americas. This piece was selected for publication in the new Music of the Americas Multicultural Series from North Dakota State University, edited by Dr. Michael Weber. It demonstrates the wonderful rhythmic heritage of the Vera Cruz area. A playful and joyful number, it celebrates life, love and laughter. Easy to Medium. For male choirs in high school or college.

Composer: Jorge Cozati

The title means let nothing disturb thee, and Montoya's musical setting is tranquil and honoring. The Renaissance era text is assuring and calming as is the a cappella texture. A fine concert opener.

Composer: David Montoya

This energetic processional for a cappella voices and percussion defies categorization. This fun original work includes some alternate text ideas that make it useful for almost any occasion. The rhythms are hypnotic and the harmonies engaging.

Composer: Graeme Langager

One of three part-songs Mendelssohn composed for his friends, it was meant to be sung while resting.

Arranger: Peter Aston

The love poem by James Stephens begs for a beautiful melody and David Dickau has complied. Above his signature harmonies and tasteful dissonances, Dr. Dickau places a gorgeous tune, first presented by a solo baritone voice. Perfect for high school, college and community choirs. Medium difficulty.

Composer: David Dickau

The final part-song in the set of three. A charming setting.

Arranger: Peter Aston

This is beautifully crafted piece with an expressive melody, enticing harmonies and a meaningful text. Originally written as an accompanied piece for high school graduation, an a cappella setting was created later. Both versions appear in this publication and can be performed individually or as one extended anthem. Appropriate for church or school.

Composer: Jonathan Adams

Even in this new setting, this part-song has lost none of the charm which so beguiled Mendelssohn's contemporaries.

Arranger: Peter Aston

Dr. Dickau's works have already become festival favorites, and this one follows right in step. Provided both in Latin and English versions, this classic text is given a fresh face in contemporary choral colors reminiscent of the 20th century madrigal style.

Composer: David C. Dickau

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.

Composer: Richard Burchard

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.

Arranger: Richard Burchard | Composer: Richard Burchard

A fantastic piece that utilizes not only sung notes but also sounds and effects, this a cappella pieces captures your attention from the start and never lets go. An old Japanese children's folk melody, the exact meaning of the words are still under debate, though that is the mystery of children's folk songs. This piece has been selected for the Ron Kean Multicultural Series. Excellent for high school, college and community choirs. Medium to Difficult.

Arranger: Winton Yuichiro White