SATB and piano Sacred Concert piece: When the Lord is My Light Setting text from the Psalms and Isaiah, “When the Lord is My Light” has been a favorite with singers and listeners in both chamber and festival choir performances. It is ideal for high school age choirs that include sacred repertoire in their performances. […]
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“Acquainted With The Night” SATB/piano by R Campbell Rhythmic/thought-provoking
Composer Rich Campbell’s setting of Robert Frost’s metaphorical rendering of feelings of depression, isolation and alienation. Rhythmic and thought-provoking. Medium difficulty, appropriate for high school, collegiate and community choirs. SATB w/piano. Secular. Commissioned by Penn High School Choirs, IN., Andrew Nemeth, Allison Secaur & Ethan Schopp, directors. Available/view score & video at MusicSpoke, Swirly, JW […]
New Choral Work: MY RED BOOTS
MY RED BOOTS is based on one of only several poems written by my mother, Jewish Holocaust survivor Rita Hoffman of blessed memory (1927–2018). Both she and my late father, Josef Hoffman, were Jewish Holocaust Survivors. My mother’s brief memoirs are housed at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, DC. I have been […]
Away from the Roll of the Sea – by Allister MacGillivray, arr. Diane Loomer
One of Allister MacGillivray’s and Canada’s favorite folk songs originally arranged for the Elektra Women’s Choir by Diane Loomer is our all time best seller! Harmonies are straight forward and the poetry is quintessential MacGillivray. Enjoy! Sheet Music Available – https://cypresschoral.com/composers/diane-loomer/away-from-the-roll-of-the-sea/
Santiago Veros: JW Pepper Welcomes My Music
Today, I am thrilled to share some extraordinary news that marks a significant milestone in my journey as a composer. JW Pepper, the esteemed publishing house, has welcomed my music into their catalog. This moment is a dream come true and a testament to years of dedication and passion for choral music. What better way […]
In My Father’s House (Where I Am) – by Ray Harris, arr. Larry Nickel
Ray Harris’s “In My Father’s House (Where I Am)” is an oldie……but a real goodie. Harris wrote this piece back in the day when he and Larry Nickel were in their band The Sound of Light. Larry arranged it for a very singable SATB. It definitely stands the test of time. Enjoy! Sheet Music Available […]