Oxford University Press Sheet Music

This gentle setting of a prayer by Alcuin of York has an appealing melody and warm harmonies. After opening with a verse for sopranos only, Archer varies the vocal texture for each successive verse, c...

This work was written around 1940, placing it near the beginning of a series of Clarke's late compositions. It both looks forward to her lean, linear, avowedly modern conceptions and backwards to work...

Through a compilation of texts, this life-affirming work explores our fractured relationship with the natural world and nature's capacity for renewal. Dudley has crafted a compelling dialogue between...

This optimistic piece is characterized by catchy, singable melodies and a syncopated rhythmic drive in the vocal and piano writing. The text was co-written by the composer and the vocal percussionist...

Setting vivid poems by Kate Wakeling, this work is a powerful exploration of the theme of ice. The lively first movement depicts the bustling frost fairs of 1684, with repeated patterns imitating the...

This unusual and highly effective choral cantata in five sections uses poems which are a celebration of how the living spirit of the drum is brought alive. This is an exuberant and rhythmic work, and...

Presented here in an arrangement for SABar voices, this setting of words by Chief Dan George optimistically reminds us that there is still beauty to be found in times of trouble and that difficult day...

A moving, traditional Irish blessing set to music of great simplicity and beauty. Chilcott perfectly captures the warmth and sincerity of the text, and weaves a memorable melody, which he clothes in r...

This energetic anthem features plenty of time signature changes and alternate rhythmic groupings, mainly 3+3+2, which is suitable for any occassion. Offprinted from the collection Alan Bullard Anthems...

This song of thanks to God for the world we live in is suitable for Harvest and other occasions. Offprinted from the collection Alan Bullard Anthems.

This upbeat work sets a text by the Malaysian singer Bihzhu celebrating the collective excitement in exploring the unknown. The supportive piano accompaniment brings a hint of the Malaysian soundworld...

S. solo) and piano. Written for the California Junior High All-State Honor Choir, this piece sets a motivational text by the composer on the theme of embracing new opportunities and, using the metapho...

In this beautiful setting of words by the composer, based on a quote by Brian Palmer, singers are encouraged to listen to the sounds and people around them in order to learn and grow: 'one act of love...

Music of Life is a vibrant setting of a poem by George Parsons Lathrop that describes how music underpins all earthly life. An active piano part provides an energetic undercurrent to compelling vocal...

Michael Higgins' arrangement of How can I keep from singing? is a calm and flowing reimagination of Robert Lowry's well-known melody. Flexibly arranged, with options for an unaccompanied section and d...

Three-movement work, with a soprano solo in movement two Explores themes of sorrow, loss, and hope for a better future Texts by Sarojini Naidu and Seán Street Keyboard reduction in the vocal score Ac...

In this poignant three-movement work, McDowall sets texts by Indian political activist and poet Sarojini Naidu and frequent collaborator Seán Street. With the exquisite beauty of birdsong at its heart...

Andrew Steffen's setting of Christina Rosetti's poem Echo is both contemplative, yet passionate. With lyricism at its heart, this piece moves between unison, canon, and homophonic harmony, guiding the...

Andrew Steffen's setting of Christina Rosetti's poem Echo is both contemplative, yet passionate. With lyricism at its heart, this piece moves between unison, canon, and homophonic harmony, guiding the...

A Far Country sets a poem by American writer, educator, and community leader Leslie Pinckney Hill. A solo alto line, accompanied by a cushion of choral harmonies and a reflective piano accompaniment,...

Afternoon on a Hill sets a poem by American poet Edna St Vincent Millay, which conveys a sense of wonder, appreciation, and respect for the natural world, and the contentment of the subject to return...

This inspiring piece sets the text 'Lift every voice and sing' by writer and civil rights activist James Weldon Johnson. The rising opening vocal figures develop in strength until a central section in...