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I feel Christina Rossetti’s poem exudes happiness and joy in a simple almost “over the top” way -something that we need in a world with many conflicts and challenges. Rossetti makes use of the images of a songbird, a fruit-laden apple-tree,  and a rainbow for the expression of the depth of her love.   Written in […]

The traditional 15th Century text, LULLAY, MY LIKING is woven into a new hauntingly beautiful piece with expressive textures as it unfolds.

NEW! CYPRESS CHORAL MUSIC. Experience the beauty and accessibility of Gerda Blok-Wilson’s latest choral work for SATB mixed choir with piano, set to Marjorie Pickthall’s evocative poem “Little Child of Long Ago” (originally “A Child’s Song of Christmas”). A heartfelt addition for any choir!

The song, set to the poem “Barter” by Sara Teasdale is a song of thankfulness and has spiritual dimension without being associated with specific religious traditions. Commissioned by the Prince George Cantata Singers.

The text is a translation (by Alastair MacLean) of the Celtic prayer. It beautifully captures a steadfast hope for every day.

I Am Not Yours SATB a cappella (with divisi) – CP 2478 – duration 2:55 Winner of the Chronos Vocal Ensemble Composition Competition, 2024, I Am Not Yours is a setting of Sara Teasdale’s poignant poem exploring the emotional tension between love and selfhood. The text expresses the longing to merge with another while also holding […]