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This new setting of the Christmas/Epiphany words, “As with gladness, men of old did the guiding star behold” seeks to emphasize the joyful nature of the visit of the Magi to the Christ child. Set in a lively 7/8 time, it is mainly in four parts (SATB), although the 3rd verse, “As they offered gifts […]

For Peace For Peace – Video of Score by Kateryna Henness based on the prayer by Pope John Paul II (www.ajdiocese.org/documents/Prayers/Prayer_for_Peace.htm). Composer’s Notes: Today, in the turmoil of religious and cultural skirmishes, I feel that peace should be the primary aspect of every conscious person. Being an Orthodox Christian, I wrote this piece combining some […]

“As One” by Oregon composer Steve Kloser, is a song of unity and peace written for SATB choir with piano accompaniment. The driving chorus and thoughtful verses compliment the lyrics, which are largely an amalgamation of quotes by Desmond Tutu, Elizabeth Stanton, Nelson Mandela, Paul Chappell, and Dr. King. You can use this chart with […]

“Sweet Little Jesus” for Elementary Children’s choir is mostly unison with two combined sections at the end. It is a tender and beautiful lullaby that would fit well in a variety of Holiday programs. My combined Elementary Children’s choir sang this and it was very well received. Although there is no recording of the piece […]

Here is a song cycle that talks about death. live performance: https://youtu.be/6ryHQoOC3jQ?list=PLpfoJDt3QtN5OEh6YUxpQx4plu7GPWklX buy now link: http://www.billheigen.com/store/index.php?rt=product/product&product_id=140 more at www.billheigen.com

2017 is a Carl Sandburg year, the 50th anniversary of the death of the great poet and song collector. I recently revised my choral suite, Remembering All: Five Sandburg Poems, for a forthcoming CD. The score is available at J.W. Pepper to see and hear in its entirety (Remembering All at J.W. Pepper My Score: […]