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In February 2022, a brave Ukrainian woman gave Russian soldiers sunflower seeds to put in their pockets so “when they die, sunflowers will grow.” This short song is a reflection on this gesture and the extremely sad situation has transpired with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

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Sunflower Seeds

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Song My Paddle Sings

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Embark on a musical odyssey with “The Song My Paddle Sings” by Gerda Blok-Wilson, a soaring SATB piece accompanied by piano. Inspired by E. Pauline Johnson’s poem, this composition navigates the uncharted waters of anticipation, challenges, and the brave heart’s call to adventure. The selection is being featured by composer Gerda Blok-Wilson at Podium 2024 […]

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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.

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.