New Publications

“We journey home, the place unknown, but when it’s found the heart will sing.” This comforting text of companionship uses imagery of sailing on the ocean as a metaphor for life’s journey. An unforgettable melody, expressive accompaniment and universal messages will make this a piece you will want to share time and again with your […]

The Christian Virtual Hymnal 15K now supports custom hymns and choral works. Once imported, custom music is amenable to all the customizations available for built-in music (currently over 15,000 hymns plus Handel’s “Messiah” and Mozart’s “Requiem”). For instance, a single instance of an imported hymn can be displayed/printed as SATB, lead sheet optionally with chord […]

Hildegard Publishing has recently made available a sampler pack of shorter choral works by Margaret Bonds. The pack includes six recently released choral works to give choral directors the opportunity to explore these important works and consider them for performance. The pack retails for $15.95, nearly 20% savings over buying the pieces separately. Includes: Especially […]

This famous poem, written nearly nearly 3000 year ago, has been set for choirs many times. David’s rendition exhibits craft and sensitivity which rises to the top with exquisite moments of passion and beauty. Available at Cypress Choral Music Publishing https://cypresschoral.com/composers/david-squires/set-me-as-a-seal-upon-your-heart/

https://www.jwpepper.com/When-the-Lord-is-My-Light/11417916.item#.Y832IT3MKM8 Here is an exciting piece that works great for festivals or chamber choirs. Accessible and fun, it can and has “brought the house down.” You do need a strong accompanist. Sacred text. Theme of courage. Composed by Michael Sandvik

Supposing we are allowed X numbers of breaths in this lifetime, And only X. Think how slowly we would take an “in” breath, And how leisurely we would let it out In order to extend our days. One breath could take in the morning sun, And eggs on the table And we wouldn’t let it […]