This 4 part round is perfect for Memorial Day, Pearl Harbor Day, 9/11, or any other day throughout the year. The American Memorial Round is intended to honor Americans who gave up their lives for our freedom. This round adapts well for SATB, SSAA, SSA, TTBB, and TTB. The “Amen” section presents a hopeful […]
Welcome to Graphite: B.E. Boykin!
Welcome to Graphite: B.E. Boykin! B.E. Boykin’s compositional career kicked into high gear in 2020 for several reasons. As a Black woman, the stories she chooses to tell through her music found a sudden resonance and urgency. Combined with the need for unity and community in the context of Black Lives Matter and the pandemic […]
Survey Invitation: Choir Teachers’ Score Preparation and Conducting Technique Usage in the Classroom
You are being invited to participate in a research study titled Choir Teachers’ Score Preparation and Conducting Technique Usage in the Classroom. Since you are a former/current classroom choir teacher and a member of the American Choral Directors’ Association – ChoralNet. I would like to invite you to participate in this survey. Participation in this […]
Chorus of Psalms Premiere
I invite you to listen to the world premiere of Chorus of Psalms and follow along with the scrolling score. Many talented musicians, a wonderful setting, and exciting music. Soaring horns, a massive percussion section, and powerful texts juxtaposed with the tenderest of moments. The only way to open the door for more opportunities for […]
Two New Scrolling Choral Score YouTube Videos (Zemlinsky/Hoffman, arr., tr.)
I am pleased to announce two new scrolling score YouTube videos for my arrangements of *Nine Songs from Twelve Songs, Op. 27 (Zemlinsky) for Soprano Solo, SATB Chorus, and Piano or Orchestra. The videos are synthesized performances and scrolling scores in search of live performances. * The three missing songs are composed to texts by […]
Messiah 2.0
CHORAL DIRECTORS – perform Handel’s original, traditional Messiah but allow your fellow contemporary musicians (guitars, drums, keys) to join in the celebration. This is the concept behind Mark Edwards’ new arrangement of the classic Holiday musical event. It includes the major selections from Parts I, II and III. While the original score remains virtually unchanged, […]