9 secular concert works for upper voices

Edited by Neil Ferris and Joanna Tomlinson

for upper voices with piano accompaniment and unaccompanied
A celebration of Oxford's popular Songbird series, this collection of nine original works for upper voices in two, three, and four parts meets the need for fresh concert repertoire for youth and women's choirs. Featuring well-known composers such as Kerry Andrew, Cecilia McDowall, and Sarah Quartel, the collection includes a variety of styles and moods and a selection of pieces that are all melodically appealing and immediately approachable, with a contemporary twist. Texts from across the years touch on a range of themes, from the empowering to the quirky, with a particular emphasis on the natural world. Performance notes from compilers Neil Ferris and Joanna Tomlinson provide invaluable tips for rehearsal and performance, making this a complete and practical collection for contemporary upper-voice choirs.

Sarah Quartel (text: Sarah Quartel): As you sing
Oliver Tarney (text: anon.): The silver swan
Michael Higgins (text: Emily Dickinson): 'Hope' is the thing with feathers
Russell Hepplewhite (text: Christina Rossetti): Fly away, fly away over the sea
Kerry Andrew (text: Anon., adap. Kerry Andrew): Charm
Andy Brooke (text: Alfred, Lord Tennyson): Sweet and low
Cecilia McDowall (text: Marie Curie): Now is the time
Sarah Quartel (text: Ted Perry): This we know
Toby Young (text: Jennifer Thorp): Give me the river