2023 ACDA Reading List - Womens SSAA

Based on a traditional Hawaiian chant with original music, this rousing work for advanced treble choirs brings all the drama of a volcanic eruption normally associated with destruction. But in Hawaiian

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

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,

This Malay folk song about a pony fish has a short melody made up of only four notes, but the song is brought to life by the expressions and metaphors in the poem. The body percussion, movement, and descant

At its core, In Her Image is a celebration of sisterhood as well as an exploration of individuality within a collective. Mirroring the text, written by poet Lauren Peat, and the journey of

Lively and engaging, this arrangement of an Acadian folksong features the quintessential elements of the tradition: podorythmie (seated foot-tapping), diddlage (mouth music), and the spoons. With playful

A flowing and sensitive treatment of this well-known Latin text, this includes a brief but beautiful spot of a cappella that lifts the words to their intended audience.

The first of a set of five sea songs, this exciting original work speaks of a sailor being drawn to the sea like a calling. The colorful imagery of John Masefield's poem comes to life with the help of a

Touching on the subject of depression and mental health in an artful and meaningful way, this piece uses musical devices to represent feelings. Using only a few words, the notes swim through the deep waters

As recorded by VOCES8 on their 2019 album Enchanted Isle, this soaring setting of Hafiz-inspired poetry by Daniel Ladinsky speaks of the matchless beauty of unconditional love. For a cappella choir with

The moving words, "As long as we live, we remember them" frame this highly melodic and emotive concert work. With a contemporary ballad feel, this tribute or memorial piece will be a beautiful addition to