Christopher Alexander

Elegy of a Man in Missouri unfolds with a mysterious character, carried by rich TTBB sonorities and an a cappella stillness that lingers. Its subtle dissonances and long, sighing lines create a sense...

Greek storyteller Aesop is known for teaching moral lessons through fables that feature animals with human traits. In this delightful concert work, we learn that "an act of kindness is never wasted,"...

This humorous TB feature plays on the classic comic poem "To Morrow," full of clever wordplay and rhythmic fun. With its witty text and lively setting, it’s sure to be one of the most entertaining hig...

Greek storyteller Aesop is known for teaching moral lessons through fables that feature animals with human traits. In this delightful concert work, we learn that "an act of kindness is never wasted,"...

Greek storyteller Aesop is known for teaching moral lessons through fables that feature animals with human traits. In this delightful concert work, we learn that "an act of kindness is never wasted,"...

Christopher Alexander’s I Am the World is an exciting, exuberant SATB work set to the text of Dora Sigerson Shorter. The poem celebrates humanity’s connection to the natural world through vivid images...

Christopher Alexander’s December, set to the charming text of Harriet F. Blodgett, captures the warmth and nostalgia of the holiday season. With images of holly, mistletoe, Christmas chimes, and stock...

A lyrical setting of the Elizabeth Bishop poem for medium-level mixed choir.

A lyrical setting of the Elizabeth Bishop poem for medium-level mixed choir.

A great piece for high school choirs, this newly-written madrigal utilizes text-painting and lilt and was inspired by “Of All the Birds” by John Bartlet.

This lyrical setting is lush with suspensions and dissonances. It is a rewarding experience for both the performer and for the audience.

With text by the English novelist and poet Emily Bronte, your treble chorus will love singing its message of togetherness. This song is perfect for concert or festival.

With text by the English novelist and poet Emily Bronte, your treble chorus will love singing its message of togetherness. This song is perfect for concert or festival.

This set of four short pieces was inspired by various word puzzle solutions. Each piece presents a humorous pun set in a unique musical style to highlight the lyric presentation. 'Four Witticisms' mak...

This set of four short pieces was inspired by various word puzzle solutions. Each piece presents a humorous pun set in a unique musical style to highlight the lyric presentation. 'Four Witticisms' mak...

The pleasant, distinct smell of rainfall inspires this one-of-a-kind concert selection. Singers create an unaccompanied soundscape before the music begins---we hear a passing rainstorm followed by the...

The pleasant, distinct smell of rainfall inspires this one-of-a-kind concert selection. Singers create an unaccompanied soundscape before the music begins---we hear a passing rainstorm followed by the...

A Christmas Sing-Along, arranged by Christopher Alexander, features beloved carols like Joy to the World, Angels We Have Heard on High, Away in a Manger, and Good Christian Men Rejoice. Perfect for Ch...

This two-part treble piece beautifully weaves The First Noel with an accompaniment inspired by Pachelbel’s Canon in D. The familiar carol moves easily above the flowing harmonic pattern, creating a wa...