Discover the latest additions to the Cantus series at Graphite Publishing—diverse, compelling choral works now available for a range of voicings, from SAB and SSAA to TTB and SATB. Whether you’re programming timeless texts, reimagined classics, or contemporary narratives, these pieces offer rich musical and emotional depth for your ensemble.
Cantus is widely recognized for its artistic excellence and musical versatility.
The eight members of Cantus rehearse and perform as chamber musicians, working without a conductor or music director, allowing audiences to experience a direct connection to the singers. Committed to a cappella presentation of significant music, Cantus is renowned for adventurous programming spanning many periods and genres, including newly commissioned work. The ensemble enjoys a vigorous schedule of international touring, concerts in its home of Minneapolis/St. Paul, educational outreach programs and recording.
Integral to the Cantus mission is its commitment to preserve and deepen music education in the schools. Cantus works with more than 5,000 students each year in master class and workshop settings across the country. For more information visit cantussings.org.
“Es ist ein Ros entsprungen” (TBarB and Water Glasses)
Also for SSA & SAB
Difficulty: 2
Duration: 3-5 min.
Serene, unique, and accessible, Alexander Nishibun’s arrangement of the iconic carol is like no other.
“O Frondens Virga” (SATB)
Also for SSAA & TTBB
Difficulty: 2
Duration: 3-5 min.
A soaring, ancient chant refreshed with epically haunting harmony.
“Calme des Nuits” (SSAA)
Also for TTBB
Difficulty: 2
Duration: 3-5 min.
A breath-taking journey of introspection, this shimmering mediation comforts audiences and singers alike.
Paul John Rudoi is an award-winning musician, entrepreneur, and advocate for arts access.
As a professional tenor vocalist, Paul has performed and recorded a wide range of music in professional ensembles nationwide including Seraphic Fire, The Santa Fe Desert Chorale, True Concord, the Oregon Bach Festival, and most notably as a member of the full-time vocal ensemble Cantus.
“More Than Enough” (SATB)
Also for TTB & SSA
Difficulty: 2
Duration: 3-5 min.
A rousing call to acknowledge our own potential and change the world with those around us.
“America the Beautiful” (SSAA)
Also for SATB & TTBB
Difficulty: 2
Duration: 3-5 min.
A familiar tune scored for all voicings, including a narrative moment to bring home its message of community, empathy, and the ideal of selfless patriotism.
Saunder Choi believes in music as advocacy, using the media as a platform for diversity, equity, inclusion, justice.
His compositions are focused on narratives and conversations surrounding immigration, racial justice, LGBTQ+ advocacy, climate justice, and representations of his identity as a Filipino-Chinese. His works have been performed internationally by various notable groups.
“Light Years to Lebanon” (TTBB a cappella)
Also for TB divisi & Piano
Difficulty: 3
Duration: 5-10 min.
A love letter across continents, this song captures queer longing, distance, and the hope that transcends both.
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