Commissioned by Christopher Watson, conductor of the Trinity College Choir, Melbourne, for the ensemble's U.S. concert tour in 2020. This minor-mode lullaby is set in close harmonies which amplify its dual nature: sometimes soothing, sometimes a bit ominous.

Composer: Frank Ferko

Legendary composer Kirke Mechem sets the Hebrew text that reminds us to entertain strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels. This inspirational text for SATB a cappella choir is accessible for all levels of choirs able to sing in an a cappella style and worthy of the best choirs as well.

Composer: Kirke Mechem

This brisk a cappella setting is from the amazing series of Christmas works arranged by Robert Shaw and Alice Parker. Now newly engraved, there is also a separate VoiceTrax CD for individual part practice. Duration: ca. 1:00

Arranger: Robert Shaw

The green movement seems so contemporary, it comes as a shock to find the words of this music were written by Hildegard von Bingen of the 12th century. Kirke Mechem has created a round that cleverly employs an unending circle-of-fifths progression to capture the never stopping reality of the round. Commissioned by the Peninsula Women's Chorus, Martin Benvenuto, Artistic Director. Duration: Ca. 4 minutes 30 seconds

Arranger: Kirke Mechem | Composer: Hildegard von Bingen

A masterwork from the golden age of Russian liturgical music, this setting for unaccompanied chorus features rich harmonies and expressive contrasts in dynamics and range. Includes the traditional English lyrics from the G. Schirmer edition and a newly added Slavonic transliteration. Available separately: SATB, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 4:20.

Composer: Alexandre Gretchaninoff

Bruckner's simple but profound motet is reminiscent of the Renaissance masters, but with a harmonic palette firmly placed in the Romantic era. The Latin text comes from the Mass celebrated at the dedication of a church: This place was made by God, a priceless mystery, it is beyond reproach. Available separately: SATB, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:15.

Composer: Anton Bruckner

Composer: Alice Parker

Composer: James McCullough

This famous Schirmer edition, now newly engraved, displays the simple line and homophonic textures for which de Victoria is known. Available separately, the VoiceTrax CD offers part-predominant tracks that are ideal for rehearsal and individual practice. Duration: ca. 3:00.

Arranger: Robert Shaw | Composer: De Victoria

Composer: Alice Parker

Commissioned by Christopher Watson, conductor of the Trinity College Choir, Melbourne, for the ensemble's U.S. concert tour in 2020. The textures vary from spare to lush, reflecting the pathos of this mournful folk song.

Composer: Frank Ferko

Commissioned by Christopher Watson, conductor of the Trinity College Choir, Melbourne, for the ensemble's U.S. concert tour in 2020. With its swinging rhythms and laughing motif throughout, this is a fitting conclusion to Ferko's set of four American folk songs. Eschewing weightier interpretations of the text, this setting is pure fun.

Composer: Frank Ferko

Commissioned by Christopher Watson, conductor of the Trinity College Choir, Melbourne, for the ensemble's U.S. concert tour in 2020. This setting is a brisk one, with coy syncopation and lots of interplay. The tune itself is even inverted at one point. Not easy but the fun makes up for it.

Composer: Frank Ferko

Composer: Steven Sametz