Bob Chilcott

Chilcott's arrangement of this well-loved carol is gentle and expressive. Extended harmonies and suspensions beautifully colour the unaccompanied second verse, while the third verse is paired with an...

For female vocalist, children's choir, SATB choir, piano, bass, brass, and percussion. This richly expressive cantata sets five discrete texts, each reflecting a different aspect of Christmastide. The...

Scored for high voice and piano or organ, this setting of a Jewish text is simple but uplifting, and well-supported by a flowing keyboard accompaniment. Also available in a version for solo low voice.

This follows the order of the liturgy at St. Paul's, West Street, Brighton. Congregational participation (in Hymns, prayers, the Creed and Angelus) has been omitted.

Four songs for SS and piano on the theme of cities, written with younger voices in mind. Styles range from the streetwise and upbeat to a more reflective lyricism.

For SSA and piano This piece is a lyrical setting of words by the metaphysical poet Thomas Traherne (1637-74). With a rippling piano accompaniment, melodious vocal lines, and warm harmonies, Chilcott'...

Exploring different times of the day and the four seasons, Times and Seasons contains eight songs in unison or two parts. Suitable for performance as a suite or as stand-alone pieces, these songs are...

For SATB, soprano saxophone or clarinet, and strings. A setting of texts from Genesis, sung simultaneously in English and Hebrew. The soprano saxophone/clarinet part is printed in the vocal score. Orc...

This upbeat and exuberant arrangement of a classic American folk song is a real show-stopper. Chilcott combines easy but highly effective SATB textures with a straightforward piano accompaniment to ev...

A bright and joyful piece full of rhythmic invention and energy which sets a Guaymi dawn song.

This strong and well-crafted composition is built on Shaker texts. All sections of the text are set to melodies of contrasting character. These are then combined at the end to thrilling effect before...

This work, composed by Bob Chilcott and setting words by Charles Bennett, explores human freedom through our relationship with the natural world. With texts shifting from social to individual perspect...

This work, composed by Bob Chilcott and setting words by Charles Bennett, explores human freedom through our relationship with the natural world. With texts shifting from social to individual perspect...

In this playful arrangement Chilcott skilfully combines the traditional Australian folksong with new words and music. The piece is simple, great fun, and transforms the choir into cackling kookaburras...

A bright and joyful piece full of rhythmic invention and energy which sets a Guaymi dawn song.

> Variety of composers, including Bob Chilcott, Alan Bullard, Jussi Chydenius, and Andrea Ramsey > Two or three vocal parts (SA/SSA) > Accompanied and unaccompanied settings > Well-known Shakespeare t...

Dances of Time' is a diverse collection of five choral songs addressing different aspects of time. Texts ranging from biblical to twentieth century are set to Chilcott's attractive and characterful mu...

Originally published in Sun, Moon, Sea, and Stars, 'My Heart's Friend' is an evocative setting of a Shoshone love song. With expressive melodies, rich harmonies, and graceful piano accompaniment, this...

A beautifully simple setting of familiar words by Langston Hughes, Bring me all your dreams showcases Harris's effective homophonic writing and rich harmonic palette. It is incredibly atmospheric, wit...

Originally published in Bob Chilcott Anthems 1, this setting of the well-known text is uplifting in spirit, with flowing melodies and a supportive organ accompaniment. It is also available in a versio...

From the collection Bob Chilcott Songbook, 'The Runner' is a fast rhythmic piece setting a text by Walt Whitman. With chromatic inflections, close harmonies, and vocalizations to imitate the athlete's...

handbells. This compelling a cappella setting of Henry Van Dyke's poem has a continual sense of motion, created by the 7/8 metre and scat singing style that is passed around the parts. A powerful and...

This is a powerful arrangement that uses the full range of the upper voices. Orchestral material is available on hire.