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Unitarian-Universalist
M = Medium · MA = Moderately Advanced · A = Advanced
| Title | Poet/Lyricist |
Instrumentation |
Level | Listen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
No Other People's ChildrenA song of reconciliation which affirms the belovedness of all people |
Elizabeth Alexander |
FLEXIBLE VOICING: |
E | https://www.seafarerpress.com/sites/seafarerpress.advantagelabs.com/files/works_variant_audio_files/recording-no_other_peoples_children.mp3 |
Holy One, Source of Radiance and ReasonA canonic invocation of the holy, in all its beauty and complexity |
Rob Eller-Isaacs |
FLEXIBLE VOICING: |
ME | https://www.seafarerpress.com/sites/seafarerpress.advantagelabs.com/files/samples/recording-alexander-holy_one_source_of_radiance_and_reason.mp3 |
GraceA reflection on the mystery and bounty of grace |
Elizabeth Alexander |
Low voice, piano |
ME | https://www.seafarerpress.com/sites/seafarerpress.advantagelabs.com/files/works_variant_audio_files/recording-grace_low_voice.mp3 |
A Love Like That: Songs of Unconditional LoveFive songs embodying generosity, grace and awe |
Silsbee ~ Emerson ~ Hafiz ~ Alexander ~ White |
Low voice |
ME - MA | |
Pure Light beyond LightAncient and modern invocations of the Holy, filled with reverence, mystery and illumination |
Mozarabic prayer, Hildegard von Bingen, Rob Eller-Isaacs |
SATB a cappella |
M | |
We Need Each OtherA rhythmic celebration of interdependence, ideal for lively processionals or recessionals |
Susan Gittler, adapted |
SATB, djembe or low drum |
ME | https://www.seafarerpress.com/sites/seafarerpress.advantagelabs.com/files/samples/recording-we_need_each_other.mp3 |
Kindling: Small Reflections on a Limitless FaithAn ecstatic and introspective cantata embracing six sources of religion for our own time |
Elizabeth Alexander |
SATB, piano OR |
MA | https://www.seafarerpress.com/sites/seafarerpress.advantagelabs.com/files/works_variant_audio_files/recording-kindling-1-first_touch.mp3 |
PagesA clear-eyed look at the world's challenges, with a contemplative call to action |
Elizabeth Alexander |
SATB, piano OR |
M | |
Chosen PeopleAn affirmation of the blessedness of all people |
Elizabeth Alexander |
SATB, piano OR |
MA | https://www.seafarerpress.com/sites/seafarerpress.advantagelabs.com/files/works_variant_audio_files/recording-kindling-3-chosen_people.mp3 |
Strong BraidA rhapsodic salute to Faith's invaluable companions: Science and Reason |
Elizabeth Alexander |
SATB, piano OR |
MA | https://www.seafarerpress.com/sites/seafarerpress.advantagelabs.com/files/works_variant_audio_files/recording-kindling-5-strong_braid.mp3 |
So Much RadianceA tender parable about the richness of the world's religions |
Elizabeth Alexander |
SATB, piano OR |
MA | https://www.seafarerpress.com/sites/seafarerpress.advantagelabs.com/files/works_variant_audio_files/recording-kindling-4-so_much_radiance_0.mp3 |
The Chalice of Our HeartsA graceful canon about seeking and returning |
Elizabeth Alexander |
SATB, piano OR |
E | https://www.seafarerpress.com/sites/seafarerpress.advantagelabs.com/files/works_variant_audio_files/recording-kindling-7-the-chalice-of-our-hearts.mp3 |
Love is the Spirit of this ChurchAn old-time gospel experience with a vision for our time |
Tony Larsen & Elizabeth Alexander |
SATB, soloists, piano |
M | https://www.seafarerpress.com/sites/seafarerpress.advantagelabs.com/files/works_variant_audio_files/Love%20is%20the%20Spirit%20of%20this%20Church%20-%20Pacific%20NW%20UU%20Music%20Fest%20-%20Cecelia%20Hayes%20-%20Harper%20recording%20-%20edited.mp3 |
One More StepA richly imagined arrangement of a visionary protest anthem |
Joyce Poley |
SATB, spoken voices, piano |
MA | https://www.seafarerpress.com/sites/seafarerpress.advantagelabs.com/files/works_variant_audio_files/recording-one_more_step_0.mp3 |
Into the Silent DarknessAn atmospheric work praising the mystery of Creation |
Richard S. Gilbert |
SATB, violin, piano |
MA | https://www.seafarerpress.com/sites/seafarerpress.advantagelabs.com/files/samples/into_the_silent_darkness.mp3 |
Go Out! (Concert-Length Work)A poetic and feisty tribute to liberal religion and freedom of thought |
Centuries of Strong-Minded People |
A variety of vocal |
Various | https://www.seafarerpress.com/sites/seafarerpress.advantagelabs.com/files/works_variant_audio_files/recording-go_out_0.mp3 |
The Eternal OneA tender portrait of the divine |
Ralph Waldo Emerson |
Low voice, piano |
M | |
The Gospel Isn’t Written In the Bible AloneAn expansive embrace of the sacredness of all creation |
Elizabeth Alexander |
Low voice, piano |
M | |
We Lift Up Our HeartsA prayer of thanks, simple and true |
Richard Fewkes |
S (children's choir), SATB, piano |
E | https://www.seafarerpress.com/sites/seafarerpress.advantagelabs.com/files/samples/we_lift_up_our_hearts.mp3 |
Trust the SeedsA meditation on the faith of seed-planting |
Elizabeth Alexander |
SATB a cappella |
ME | https://www.seafarerpress.com/sites/seafarerpress.advantagelabs.com/files/works_variant_audio_files/trust_the_seeds_satb_0.mp3 |
As We Sing of Hope and JoyA poetic chorale with engaging inner voices and a message of social justice. |
Elizabeth Alexander |
SATB a cappella |
ME | |
Do Not Leave Your Cares At the DoorA feast of old-time gospel offering welcome and acceptance |
Norman V. Naylor |
SATB a cappella |
ME | https://www.seafarerpress.com/sites/seafarerpress.advantagelabs.com/files/works_variant_audio_files/do_not_leave_your_cares_at_the_door.mp3 |
Immortal LoveA contemplative modal chorale reminiscent of early American hymns |
John Greenleaf Whittier |
SATB a cappella |
ME | |
One More RedeemerA warm-hearted affirmation of the divine spark in each child |
Rob Eller-Isaacs & Bill Neely |
SATB a cappella |
ME | https://www.seafarerpress.com/sites/seafarerpress.advantagelabs.com/files/samples/one_more_redeemer.mp3 |
Blessed Be the Flower That TriumphsA meditation on the true meaning of resurrection |
Michael deVernon Boblett |
SATB a cappella OR |
M | https://www.seafarerpress.com/sites/seafarerpress.advantagelabs.com/files/works_variant_audio_files/blessed_be_the_flower_that_triumphs_satb_a_cappella.mp3 |
Cherish Your DoubtAn affirmation of doubt, that vital component of belief |
Elizabeth Alexander |
SATB, piano |
M | https://www.seafarerpress.com/sites/seafarerpress.advantagelabs.com/files/works_variant_audio_files/cherish_your_doubt_ssaa.mp3 |
In the Lonely MidnightA new setting of a classic and relevant Christmas lyric |
Theodore Chickering Williams |
SATB, piano |
ME | https://www.seafarerpress.com/sites/seafarerpress.advantagelabs.com/files/works_variant_audio_files/recording-in-the_lonely_midnight_satb_%26_piano.mp3 |
Bells in the High TowerA beloved Hungarian carol with new English lyrics |
Hungarian carol / Howard Box |
SATB, piano |
ME | |
For So the Children ComeA moving celebration of new life. |
Sophia Lyon Fahs |
SATB, piano |
MA | https://www.seafarerpress.com/sites/seafarerpress.advantagelabs.com/files/works_variant_audio_files/for_so_the_children_come.mp3 |
Go Out! (Individual Song)A rousing song of commission, with an "anti-hellfire-and-brimstone" message |
John Murray (as rendered by Alfred S. Cole) |
SATB, piano |
M | https://www.seafarerpress.com/sites/seafarerpress.advantagelabs.com/files/works_variant_audio_files/recording-go_out_0.mp3 |
Infant Holy, Infant LowlyA beloved Polish carol with two different arrangements: "Soulful Close Harmony" and "Classical Chorale" |
Polish carol / Elizabeth Alexander |
SSA a cappella |
ME | |
Jó!A historic decree of tolerance is celebrated with Eastern European vigor |
Edict of Torda / King John Sigismund III |
SSA choir |
M | |
Be Grateful, My SoulA passionate testament to life's worth, even in times of darkness |
Norbert Čapek |
SSSAA choir OR |
ME | https://www.seafarerpress.com/sites/seafarerpress.advantagelabs.com/files/works_variant_audio_files/Be%20Grateful%20My%20Soul%20-%20Vassar%20College%20Women%27s%20Choir%20-%20Christine%20R%20Howlett%20conductor%20-%20excerpt_0.mp3 |
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