Classical Music of the Modern Age Sheet Music Downloads

This innovative and imaginative choral arrangement of The Lark Ascending has the original solo violin part accompanied by mixed choir. It sensitively sets George Meredith's poem (on which the original...

This atmospheric setting of familiar words from Shakespeare's As You Like It is sprightly and uplifting, with singers being asked by the composer to perform with 'a bit of frost and a knowing smile'....

This simple setting of words by Tennyson reflects a different side to McGlade's compositional style, without sacrificing any of her trademark characteristics. The largely homophonic vocal lines move a...

This text-driven setting of Rossetti's treasured poem is top-tier. A well-developed choral interlude sounds like swirling winds with round vowels and captivating harmonies to spare. Most notably, Jay'...

This text-driven setting of Rossetti's treasured poem is top-tier. A well-developed choral interlude sounds like swirling winds with round vowels and captivating harmonies to spare. Most notably, Jay'...

Sung ostinatos join one by one in the opening of this rhythmic arrangement of the authentic Ghanaian folk song. Unison lines, block triads, and a reset of the dynamics in the choral bridge are a blast...

Known for his Academy Award-winning film scores, Howard Shore composed this choral setting from quotes by Eleanor Roosevelt. Peace premiered at the Washington National Cathedral conducted by Judith Cl...

A delicate piano introduction leads the listener to an elegant setting of Christina Rossetti's inquisitive poem. Well-conceived voice leading makes the fully realized choral harmony beautifully singab...

A delicate piano introduction leads the listener to an elegant setting of Christina Rossetti's inquisitive poem. Well-conceived voice leading makes the fully realized choral harmony beautifully singab...

This tongue-in-cheek selection for developing choirs is guaranteed to turn some frowns upside down! Logical melodies, harmonies, and counterlines allow students to quickly get to the quirky, ironic po...

A nature-inspired text reveals beautiful music all around 'and if you listen closely,' even inside of yourself. Andy's craftsmanship and artistic fingerprint is evident throughout - from the sparkling...

This Baroque-esque concert work explores imitative texture, counterpoint, and fugue form in an accessible, educational way. Plus, there's a twist! Sally's creative lyrics are a humorous take on the co...

We share and believe the simple message of this heartfelt song: 'When we sing together, we put our differences aside.' This universal theme makes for an ideal combined choir feature. Perform with sign...

The title of this piece never appears in the lyrics, but provides an overarching metaphor for the text. Themes of strength, guidance, and living by example are at the heart of this inspiring choral. S...

The title of this piece never appears in the lyrics, but provides an overarching metaphor for the text. Themes of strength, guidance, and living by example are at the heart of this inspiring choral. S...

Ruth Morris Gray's ability to use voices to elevate and enhance the meaning of a text is masterful. Based on the poetry of Edgar Allan Poe, this beautiful choral work features an elegant melody suppor...

Captivating. Adventurous. With just a hint of danger. This feisty minor key setting of William Blake's gripping poem immediately garners attention with a ferocious fanfare. Then a jaunty, detached pia...

Captivating. Adventurous. With just a hint of danger. This feisty minor key setting of William Blake's gripping poem immediately garners attention with a ferocious fanfare. Then a jaunty, detached pia...

After a year with limited music making, there could be nothing better. Imagine throwing open the shutters to sing with your neighbors as this beautiful piece unfolds. It's consistently lyrical and leg...

After a year with limited music making, there could be nothing better. Imagine throwing open the shutters to sing with your neighbors as this beautiful piece unfolds. It's consistently lyrical and leg...

Let's gather together, let's celebrate, let's sing! The action-packed main theme of this glorious original work organizes rhythmic accents into 332 subdivisions and seamlessly pivots from key to key,...

Let's gather together, let's celebrate, let's sing! The action-packed main theme of this glorious original work organizes rhythmic accents into 332 subdivisions and seamlessly pivots from key to key,...

This poem has long been a favorite of singers due to its deep passion and expressive imagery, not to mention the warm vowels at the end of each line. In this artistic setting, Greg Gilpin incorporates...

This poem has long been a favorite of singers due to its deep passion and expressive imagery, not to mention the warm vowels at the end of each line. In this artistic setting, Greg Gilpin incorporates...

Commissioned by Texas A&M University in remembrance of a lost friend and fellow Cadet, this thought-provoking piece is designed to be a conversation starter about mental illness, depression, grief, an...