Andy Beck

Cascading vocal lines, expressive piano, and a melancholy oboe (optional C-instrument) reflect upon the symbolic willow tree. Each of the three poetic verses is further developed musically in this inq...

A rhythmic piano ostinato grows into an exciting choral celebration for the changing seasons of the year. Modal harmonies and accented rhythms contribute to the contemporary sounds of this joyful fanf...

SSA Here is a stunning choral work inspired by the beauty of an autumn day. A lyric melody, lush harmonies, and a poetic text are combined with a sensitive piano accompaniment to paint a colorful musi...

Momentary dissonances sparkle like fine jewels, and a shimmering piano theme weaves its way through this choral art song designed for 4-part mixed or women's choirs. Poetic lyrics, soaring melodies, a...

As if written in the ragtime era, this flashy novelty number includes a syncopated melody, a stride piano feature, and a light-hearted air. The nonsensical text opens the door for the rhyme scheme, an...

A cherished melody and poignant text are skillfully set for contemporary choirs. Deliberate simplicity promotes freedom of the voice and understanding of the text. Highly effective, but easy to prepar...

You can't miss the vivid text painting as the floating vocal parts layer one upon another in the rich sequential refrain. You can almost feel the chill of a winter wind as the haunting opening theme i...

Fluid vocal parts glide effortlessly over ashimmering piano accompaniment in this nature-inspired contemporary choral. Musical quotes from familiar 'river' songs are a note worthy surprise at the end....

Simple, sincere, and effective, this universal peace song refers to the sounds of nature as a guide to finding our own harmony. The English text includes one Latin word and presents a timeless, import...

Bookended by a majestic choral fanfare, this contemporary work is a vivid realization of O'Shaughnessy's famous poem. A dynamic piano accompaniment fully supports the soaring melodies and rich harmoni...

The world rhythms and contemporary harmonies in this multicultural original are cause for celebration. An easy-to-learn Swahili text invites us to sing, dance, clap our hands, and stomp our feet! Visi...

A forlorn sailor stares out to sea, longing for the one left behind as 'whispers on the water' summon memories of home. This contemplative choral is deep in meaning, rich in texture, and replete with...

A reflection on the candle as a symbol of peace, this simple yet elegant selection is appropriate for choirs of all ages, at any time of year. The beautiful single-octave melody (from D-D) is sung in...

A combination of the traditional Lesotho lullaby with some original words and music, this arrangement pairs a simple African text with English lyrics on the same topic. All parts sing in unison first,...

A combination of the traditional Lesotho lullaby with some original words and music, this arrangement pairs a simple African text with English lyrics on the same topic. All parts sing in unison first,...

A captivating chant opens this a cappella arrangement of the Nigerian Christmas carol, before breaking into a joyous, rhythmic celebration. This well-voiced adaptation allows even developing groups to...

A captivating chant opens this a cappella arrangement of the Nigerian Christmas carol, before breaking into a joyous, rhythmic celebration. This well-voiced adaptation allows even developing groups to...

Walter de la Mare's poem is a fantastic example of the Romantic-era imagination, and even more so when paired with this gorgeously haunting music. A delicately constructed piano accompaniment glides b...

Here is a stunning choral work inspired by the beauty of an autumn day. A lyric melody, lush harmonies, and a poetic text are combined with a sensitive piano accompaniment to paint a colorful musical...

Take a rewarding musical journey this holiday season with Andy Beck's We Three Kings. A dramatic choral introduction precedes a sizzling jazz waltz arranged with fresh contemporary chords, driving rhy...

Take a rewarding musical journey this holiday season with Andy Beck's We Three Kings. A dramatic choral introduction precedes a sizzling jazz waltz arranged with fresh contemporary chords, driving rhy...

Inspired by the writing of William Shakespeare, If Music Be the Food of Love is a stunning contemporary choral that will move the musicianship of your seasoned choir to a new level. It opens expressiv...

Inspired by the writing of William Shakespeare, If Music Be the Food of Love is a stunning contemporary choral that will move the musicianship of your seasoned choir to a new level. It opens expressiv...

A traditional Hebrew prayer and a delicate flute solo appear occasionally in this tranquil, sensitive ballad appropriate for any age singers at any time of year. 'Journey in peace, . . . love,. . . an...

Andy Beck adds a third to his song cycle about the seasons with Welcome, Spring. Text painting is vivid when an agile piano ostinato trickles its watery pattern, when an unexpected tonal shift symboli...