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Based on the poem by Frank Dempster Sherman, the words combine with the music to create a realistic and energetic piece for mixed voice choirs during the Winter Season.

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Snow Song

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Sing to Us Cedars

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The poem expresses a love of nature in a beautifully expressive way. The rich harmonies and lulling rhythmic feel of the music will add to any advanced choral concert program.

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The popular “Simple Gifts”, a traditional Shaker song is combined with a traditional canon and an optional clarinet part. This accessible developing choral piece works as a partner song. Commissioned by the Vancouver CanSing Choir in 2019.

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Simple Gifts—Alleluia

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Simon Fraser and the Raging River

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This 25-minute mini-musical brings to life the story of a famous explorer and fur trader’s amazing journey down one of North America’s most rugged rivers and how this affected the development of North America.

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An original composition, with lyrics by Gordon Long, Open the Stars to Me is a reflective choral piece exploring the mysteries of life. Ideal for intermediate singers and the melody can be sung by changed voices.

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Open the Stars to Me

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Oleana

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Secular. Easy. The crisp rhythms create a hoedown atmosphere. A traditional song with descant and piano accompaniment, Oleana is a lively piece perfect for festivals.

Songs for Mixed Voices

Musiking Together.

Music shaped by you, for you.

I’m open to arranging existing songs and hosting workshops and residencies.

Have a look through what works best for you and your choir.