A beautiful, driving piano accompaniment sets the stage for the journey of a runner - the air filling his lungs and the ground "pushing back with its slow spin." The ethereal voices paint a wondrous p...
John the Slacker is a great example of a song sailors would sing, adopting words and phrases heard from various lands they visited. A great piece to introduce to young TB singers!
Bonnie Hielan Laddie is a traditional sea shanty originating in Scotland. The text is a message from a veteran seafarer to a young new recruit. Singable and fun in the style of the beloved Parker and...
Haul Away, Joe is a beloved sea shanty set here by Zac Stelzer for TTBB choir. Meant to coordinate quick bursts of work, this shanty is set with lots of fun and energy and is a great addition to a Ten...
This spiritual, extended work uses the liturgical Latin text. The four movements bring us on a metaphysical journey from the heavens to earth, from the echo of The Spheres (Kyrie) to Identity & The Gr...
Now available for treble choirs, this readily accessible setting sounds at once modern and medieval. Starting in unison and evoking plain chant, it gradually unfolds into wider harmonies and more mode...
with Piano and Bell (or Triangle). Duration: ca. 3:15.
Scenes from Gjeilo's majestic native Norway inspired this contemporary poem. Words and music are fused in a poignant, yet lyrical work with a pulse of its own. An exellent festival choice for mature w...
This setting of Hildegard von Bingen's Ave Generosa text uses a hauntingly joyful tonality, paying homage to the mysterious story of Mary. A beautiful middle section is surrounded by contrasting, moda...
An incredible Estonian poem about the mystery and wonder of music. A dynamic build of sound and tone helps to express the importance of the text. Gorgeous harmonies and solid construction. Don't miss...
