Mack Wilberg

For TBB chorus and piano four-hands or orchestra (2(2+Picc). 2. 2. 2-4. 3. 3. 1-Timp. Perc-Str). This folk hymn portrays the enthusiasm of the revivalists of the 19th century. Wilberg's arrangement of...

For men's choir (with soloists), woodwinds (piccolo, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon), piano, and percussion. A boisterous and energetic piece that portrays the Magi's great joy at seeing the star in t...

For TTBB and organ with optional brass and percussion. A festal setting of this familiar tune, imposing and exciting but not difficult, with a few thrillingly unexpected harmonies and modulations. Sco...

For TTBB unaccompaniedFeatures are accented rhythms, and percussive vocal lines which create the feel of a march for an inspirational and powerful effect.

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Setting a text by David Warner, this charming composition has a warm, memorable tune and rich, expansive harmonies. Wilberg masterfully moves through different keys and scorings, culminating in a stir...

For SATB and keyboard or orchestra. Mack Wilberg's arrangement of Brother James's Air has been recorded on the Mormon Tabernacle Choir's CD, Heavensong:Music of contemplation and light. The arrangemen...

SATB & organ/orchestra & organ This invigorating arrangement of a well-loved hymn is the ideal choice for services and concerts throughout the year. Opening with a strong unison melody, each verse is...

SATB choir & piano four-hands/orchestra First published in My Song in the Night (2009), Wilberg's Down to the River to Pray is a spirited arrangement of the traditional melody. The piano duet accompan...

SATB & organ/chamber orchestra This lovely arrangement of Bortniansky's tuneful hymn is an ideal choice for services throughout the year. Gentle and warming, this anthem opens and closes with women's...

This majestic arrangement breathes new life into the patriotic hymn known to all American congregations. The text, written to commemorate the centenary of the US Declaration of Independence, makes the...

For SATB and organ or chamber orchestra This offering from Mack Wilberg is a joyful yet graceful arrangement of the well-known hymn tune by Conrad Kocher. Featuring a lyrical accompaniment and variati...

This arrangement of an American Revivalist hymn sees a flowing piano/harp part and instrumental obbligato combine with voices in one to eight parts. A 'Hosanna' motif is recurrent throughout the piece...

This arrangement of the well-loved hymn stays true to the jubilation and reverence of Easter. Wesley's words and the eighteenth-century melody shine through in a sensitive reharmonization, and a recur...

Setting a text by David Warner on the parable of The Prodigal Son from St Luke's Gospel, this large-scale choral work is something of a stylistic departure for Mack Wilberg. With echoes of Arvo Pärt,...

Robert Lowry's text and melody is a beautifully reflective take on the well-known hymn. Simple vocal lines are enhanced by a gently flowing accompaniment, rich in suspensions and harmonic interest. Th...

This is an arrangement of the 19th-century hymn by Philip Bliss, with words by Horatio Spafford following several personal tragedies. Wilberg keeps the first two verses in unison, before allowing full...

This is No. 4 of Four American Folk Hymns which draw on the rich folk traditions of New England and rural Southern United States. Mack Wilberg has taken a low-key approach in his arrangements allowing...

This American folk hymn captures the optimism and strength of the early pioneers through musical textures and sounds of the old west. This is a joy to perform, especially as the rhythm becomes syncopa...

This short piece sets a heartening text by David Warner, long-time collaborator with Wilberg. The simple melody and homophonic choral harmonies are accompanied by warm, flowing quavers in 12/8, played...

This bright and exultant arrangement of Michael Praetorius's melody 'Puer nobis nascitur' is presented with two text options: 'O splendor of God's glory bright' for general worship and 'That Easter da...

This bright and exultant arrangement of Michael Praetorius's melody 'Puer nobis nascitur' is presented with two text options: 'O splendor of God's glory bright' for general worship and 'That Easter da...

This radiant anthem is an arrangement of the hymn tune 'Lattimer', often paired with the popular gospel song 'This little light of mine'. Wilberg gives each section of the choir a presentation of the...

This radiant anthem is an arrangement of the hymn tune 'Lattimer', often paired with the popular gospel song 'This little light of mine'. Wilberg gives each section of the choir a presentation of the...

This choral setting of Wilberg's arrangement presents the popular Welsh hymn with two English translation options, reflecting text preferences of different denominations. The accompaniment and harmoni...