It is particularly in his choral music that Peteris Vasks reveals his strong attachment to his Latvian home country. Nature, customs and traditions and the idea of freedom are the central themes of the texts he sets to music, while carefully using modern techniques of choral singing as well. Alternating with traditional, even archaic singing, the music creates a multi-faceted, immediately effective sound image in the listener's mind.The poem 'Ziles zina' by the contemporary Latvian poet Uldis Berzins (*1944) centres on the themes of man, nature and transience in aphoristic brevity.Vasks wrote a piece of music on this poem which contains downright rewarding tasks for the choir and opens up to the listener a fascinating world of sound. / Choeur De Femmes (SSAA) A Cappella

The Russian poet Aleksandr Sergeyevich Pushkin's text infuses emotion into this new SSAA voicing of the best-selling SATB choral setting. Combining contemporary harmonies a sweeping romantic melody traditional Russian poetry and the universal message of love and loss this arrangement allows for lessons on many levels.

This poignant story about a young life lost too early touched listeners around the world when released by The Band Perry. This contemporary a cappella setting is an appropriate choice for those more reflective concert occasions. / Choeur SSAA A Cappella

This work was commissioned by DOM in association with Canty who gave the first performance in York Minster on 23rd October 2008.This brief motet for four voices and renaissance bray harp was written in the South of France inFebruary 2007. It is a setting of two Hadiths or sayings attributed to the Prophet Mohammed. The words convey something of the great mystery of the Absolute and the Beautiful One who is immanent and yet hidden. The music shouldbe performed with great purity in a resonant acoustic. If a renaissance bray harp is not available the harp part may be played on a contemporary instrument. I was a Hidden Treasure; And I longed to be known; So Icreated the world.God is a Beautiful Being And He loves Beauty.

The simple tune arranged here for SSAA voices is a traditional Lithuanian song that the composer learned as a child. The blending of traditional tonal harmony and imitative polyphony with contemporary techniques creates a cacophony of sound that is thrilling to audience and singers alike. From the Songs of the World Series

Based on Psalm 47 No Rocks A-Cryin is an original work that is richly rooted in the contemporary African-American gospel tradition. It is a driving Gospel rock song which is a sure to be a success with both choirs and audiences.

Contemporary poet Barbara Crooker understands nature and the life we draw from it. Contemporary composer Dale Trumbore understands that nature brings harmony to our lives and beauty to our existence. This composition is a beautiful melding of two contemporary women who understand the importance of sharing their hope through word and song.

Joni Jensen Choral Series-This text is most famous for being set by Samuel Barber. This setting for piano cello and women's choir is lush and distinct for its contemporary harmonies and constant motion in the accompaniment. Utilizing the full range of the female voice and wide dynamics this is perfect for the mature women's choir.

Here is the traditional spiritual in a contemporary and dramatic setting for women's unaccompanied voices opening with a beginning unison melody performed in a slow heavy manner. When the tempo picks up the melody is supportedby the other voices and a recurring rhythmic groove that adds to the urgency of the text.

The Nidaros Jazz Mass draws on a variety of jazz styles to present a fun and innovative setting of the Latin Missa brevis. With a gentle Kyrie funky Gloria ballad-like Sanctus laid-back Benedictus and passionate Agnus Dei this work breathes new life into familiar words perfectly combining the contemporary with the ancient. The stylistic piano part can be played as written or serve as a guide and an optional bass and drum kit part is available separately for jazz trio accompaniment. Ideal for all upper-voice choirs the Nidaros Jazz Mass will make a groovy and soulful addition to any concert programme.This work was commissioned by theNidaros Cathedral Girls' Choir of Trondheim Norway.

Opening with a slow unaccompanied statement of the refrain this contemporary setting of the traditional spiritual then unfolds into a dramatic layering thematic treatment that is tremendously exciting. Includes optional congas and electric bass.

Waller's beautiful poem has been elegantly set by Kim Kamerin. Contemporary tone clusters create colorful chords of expression. Written for his high school Women's Chamber ensemble this is a demanding piece but well worth the effort.

True Colors by Billy Steinberg and Tom Kelly arraged for SSAA choir a cappella by Deke Sharon.

This new collection of SSAA a cappella arrangements includes: Ain't No Mountain High Enough Dancing in the Street Respect Sentimental Journey Son-of-a-Preacher Man.