Pulitzer prize winning composer Shulamit Ran here provides us with a grand statement in praise of the pursuit of knowledge. Wisdom, understanding, and learning are highlighted as a means to justice, judgment, and equity. The music is rhythmic and polyphonic and full of strength and power.

Composer: Shulamit Ran

Jazz musician, Tedd Firth, has created this new arrangement of the classic melody and text for Judith Clurman and her professional choir Essential Voices USA. Beginning with a lush, a cappella opening, it moves into a jazz ballad style. Perfect for new beginnings, graduations and, of course, ringing in the new year.

Arranger: Tedd Firth

Salamone Rossi (1570-1630) was a Jewish musician at the court of Duke Vincenzo Gonzaga and a contemporary of Monteverdi, but his musical style foreshadows the chorale style yet to come. This beautiful setting of the evening prayer is perfect for the concert hall or the sacred service.

Arranger: Judith Clurman

Salamone Rossi (1570-1630) was a Jewish musician at the court of Duke Vincenzo Gonzaga and a contemporary of Monteverdi, but his musical style foreshadows the chorale style yet to come. This beautiful setting of the evening prayer is perfect for the concert hall or the sacred service.

Arranger: Judith Clurman

With a text inspired by the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh, who said There is no way to happiness, Happiness is the way. Although all people desire the experience of Home, true home can be found within ourselves in our everyday lives. The harmonies are ethereal while the atmosphere is inviting. The words and the music are a blessing to those who sing and hear this beautiful piece.

Composer: James Sizemore

Ryan Nowlin has created an especially intimate and delicate arrangement of this classic Adolphe Adam carol. Tastefully arranged for SATB choir and harp, our focus is drawn to the holy meaning of Christmas.

Arranger: Ryan Nowlin

Commissioned by a consortium of choruses including Chanticleer, The Dale Warland Singers, and The Phoenix Bach Choir, this beautiful a cappella setting of Psalm 86 is a delicate powerhouse. In the text, the Psalmist pleads for Divine favor, in spite of his spiritual poverty. A simple and clear pronunciation guide is included along with a poetic translation making the Hebrew text both accessible and understandable.

Arranger: Judith Clurman | Performed By: Dale Warland Singers