This exhilarating concert/festival original works equally well as an opening or closing number. Featuring a celebratory Latin text, it begins with a declamatory vocal introduction which then moves into high gear showcasing driving rhythms and multi-meters in both voices and piano. The more legato middle section provides an interesting contrast before returning to the main theme, transitioning to an uplifting key change, restating the declamatory section and pulling out all the stops for a dynamic conclusion. Teaching moments abound in this exciting work for developing choirs.
Featuring an upbeat and positive text by an American poet and dreamer who treasured the simple things in life, this energetic concert or festival offering presents an inspiring view of community and k...
From the expansive opening to the subdued ending, interpretation of the timeless text from Song of Solomon is an important musical characteristic of this expressive concert/festival work. Accessible w...
Gray's engaging setting of the Ella Wheeler Wilcox text is an excellent choice for concert, festival or music-themed performances. It is an upbeat response to the inevitable periods of sadness and str...
Gray's vibrant, dynamic setting of selected lines from American poet, Henry Van Dyke's work, Storm - Music is a superb choice for an opener or closer for concert and festival use. Strong memorable mel...
All dressed up in an up-to-date rhythmic pop style for today's choirs, this dynamic setting of the great old gospel song features a solid, full-sounding accompaniment and straightforward voice leading...
This gently driving piece derives its title from word play on worlds apart. It invites singers and audiences alike to reflect on our personal responsibility to use words to build bridges instead of te...