Gentry Publications

Softly Draw Near the Stable uses a traditional french carol and a new text by K. Lee Scott. Mr. Scott's arrangement is soft and tender, and the violin obbligato is icing on the cake.

Byron Smith has penned this first selection in the Paul Smith Choral Series which was acclaimed at the 2001 ACDA National Convention. Shout Glory lives up to its name with highly energetic choral writ...

Commissioned for the ACDA National Convention in New York, 2003, Rosephanye Powell has brought her classic style to this beloved spiritual. Rhythmic, vibrant and fun are words that describe this energ...

Robert Young's romantic, chorale-madrigal style has gathered a following all its own. Using the words of Robert Herrick (1591-1674), Dr. Young has painted a lovely musical poem that is as much a love...

Already a favorite for mixed voice choirs, this setting for SSA is sure to be popular. William Powell, Rosephanye's husband, has adapted her winning choral for SSA voices beautifully.

Donald Bailey of Baylor University has written and dedicated a choral piece to Robert H. Young, and in many ways salutes his mentor by modeling his contemporary madrigal style.

The title translates as Mornings of My Land, and is a Costa Rican song composed by Julio Fonseca that joyfully describes the beautiful flora and fauna of that Central American land. Arranger Marco Dus...

Commissioned by Vox Femina for their 2004 ACDA performance, this work reveals a connection to African-American culture through its musical roots and affirming text. Ideal for women's groups from high...

Elizabeth Bishop's poem begins with This is the house of bedlam, and Jonathan Bailey Holland sets the stage appropriately with a calamitous accompaniment and quick choral bursts of text. The lyrics sp...

Rocking delightfully between 3/4 and 6/8, this setting of an ancient text sounds fresh and meaningful. Uplifting and joyful, it is an outstanding concert or festival selection.

The title alone makes us think of musical excellence, and Robert Young's setting of the William Austin (1587-1633) poem more than meets the demand. Celebrating the incarnation of Christ, this piece co...

Premiered at the 2005 ACDA National Convention, this setting of an Ivan Gallardo poem features harmonic imagery, gracious choral lines and an artful accompaniment.

Costa Rican poet Jorge Charpentier (1933-2004) is one of the most significant poets of our time. This choral setting by David Montoya and premiered at the 2005 ACDA convention brings together two male...

Incorporating the hymn, When Morning Gilds the Skies, Donald Bailey has created a majestic anthem of praise. Using his own music, he tempts the listener with brief inserts of the Barnby hymn until, at...

The text from Matthew 11:28-30 forms the lyric framework for this expressive anthem. Gentle vocal echoes and rich harmonies create an atmosphere of peace andserenity.

Almost too clever for words, Larry Shackley decided it was time to make fun of all those who use Bach's classics as a foundation for a new song. So he did it, too, but in the most honoring and humorou...

Now available in an SAB voicing! Doug Andrews has brilliantly brought new life to an old favorite. While not difficult to learn, the vocal lines and harmonies bring new interest to this classic.

This SATB adaptation of Jack Halloran's original SSAATTBB arrangement is sure to Win, Place and Show at any concert! Optional piano accompaniment included.

The American Experience Series brings the folklore stories and events of American history into song. J. Paul Williams, long famous for his story texts in the sacred market has teamed up with establish...

This international setting of the familiar Silent Night tune includes lyrics in the original German, as well as Spanish, Korean, English, and even Zulu!