2023 ACDA Honor Choir Selections

Serving as an unofficial anthem, this beloved Korean folk song is creatively set by one of Korea's top female composers. This arrangement begins with beautiful, flowing unison vocal lines and simple

This Iranian folk song in the original Farsi language includes a translation and an easy-to-understand pronunciation guide with a link to a spoken version offered as a supplement. The first verse is sung by

Harriet Prescott Spofford's poem describes a young woman who discovers a bold new world of thrilling beauty when she ventures beyond her familiar walls. Accompanied by piano and optional violin, cello,

In a light-hearted style, the music mirrors Mom's emotions as she considers the various challenges her offspring might face. Perfect for spring/graduation concerts.

Here is a lively and energetic selection from Bulgaria. With an asymmetrical meter and some nice cluster chords, this traditional folk song also includes hand clapping for a rhythmic piece that is both

A humorous set of miniatures with texts penned by children ages 4-9, these novel works were commissioned for the California High School SATB All-State Choir.

This set of miniature

In this beautiful setting of words by the composer based on a quote from Brian Palmer, singers are encouraged to listen to the sounds and people around them in order to learn and grow: "One act of love, I

Set for tenor and bass voices, the text is intended to inspire and encourage singers to look inside themselves for strength. It empowers singers to believe they are and will always be enough just as they

Written as a tribute for a loved one's wedding, this passionate text from the Song of Solomon is captured beautifully in the music.

The well-loved ancient chant is transported into the 21st century in this masterful setting, slowly unfolding layer after layer of beauty, and gradually adding vocal polyphony over an ethereal piano

This is a rhythmic, contemporary gospel-style anthem featuring the words of Maya Angelou, charging all of us to take responsibility for making our communities safe, supportive, and just. Reinforced by a

Edited by Stephan Blaut. For SSAATBB choir & orchestra. Urtext Edition. Preface in Ger. and Eng. A coronation anthem. Vocal score, 19 p.