for SABar, piano, and hand drum This optimistic piece is characterized by catchy, singable melodies and a syncopated rhythmic drive in the vocal and piano writing. Wong employs a variety of textures to bring the setting to life, including a particular light-hearted vocal play motif ('la la li la lay') that is usually heard in 'Canggung', a Malay folk song. The text was co-written by the composer and the Singaporean vocal percussionist Cherie Chai, and celebrates the life-long relationships created and nurtured within the choral community and the priceless gift of shared choral experiences....
for SABar, piano, and hand drum This optimistic piece is characterized by catchy, singable melodies and a syncopated rhythmic drive in the vocal ...
for SABar and piano This is a compelling setting of words by American writer and civil rights activist James Weldon Johnson that speaks to the way the power of song can help to overcome dark times. Garrett brings the powerful text to life through dynamic and textural contrasts, a passionate melody, and imaginative harmonies. Also available in versions for SATB, SA, and TB.
for SABar and piano This is a compelling setting of words by American writer and civil rights activist James Weldon Johnson that speaks to the wa...
for SABar and piano Above, Beyond, Sing On! is a joyful and expressive setting of the composer's own text, inspired by geographical features of Newfoundland. Wong employs gentle phrases, nimble rhythmical patterns, and a soaring solo descant to honor the bonds created between members of choral communities, going above and beyond boundaries of time and space. Also available in a version for SSA.
for SABar and piano Above, Beyond, Sing On! is a joyful and expressive setting of the composer's own text, inspired by geographical features of N...
for SABar and piano 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 listener through the emotional ebbs and flows of longing, nostalgia, and lost love.
for SABar and piano Andrew Steffen's setting of Christina Rosetti's poem Echo is both contemplative, yet passionate. With lyricism at its heart, ...
for SABar and piano This inspiring piece opens with repeated powerful statements of the opening line of 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 which the loud, rolling sea is musically represented with a change to a propulsive compound metre. The piece culminates in a strong, victorious ending.
for SABar and piano This inspiring piece opens with repeated powerful statements of the opening line of the text 'Lift every voice and sing' by w...