John Trotta Michael

Il puro, il luminoso, il bello che agitava i nostri cuori in gioventù... L'aspirazione a speranze migliori - queste cose non possono mai morire. Melodie accattivanti e armonie lussureggianti descrivon...

Progettato per essere flessibile per cori SAB o SATB con note tenorili opzionali, questo squisito allestimento di una traduzione latina del Salmo 100 utilizza armonie strette e cadenze a grappolo per...

Scelta elegante per concerti o funzioni, questa composizione di un testo liturgico tradizionale latino è per coro a cappella, con assolo o canto opzionale. Le belle armonie ravvicinate e i ritmi sempl...

Ogni salmo è impostato in modo distinto per catturare l'essenza della preghiera in uno stile moderno che è diretto e coinvolgente per cantanti e ascoltatori. Le opzioni di accompagnamento includono pi...

Now available for SSAA voices, the beloved Latin text is set in an elegantly simple texture with conservative ranges. Straightforward rhythms and moments of release create a tapestry of sound that sur...

Say not in greif that life is no more, but say in thankfulness that life was. This moving selection is for the choir looking to explore the judicious use of close harmonies within conservative vocal r...

A simple a cappella setting of Fiona Macleod's traditional text that invokes the peace and stillness of nature. The choral parts move gently with extended cluster chord cadences and some simple divisi...

Straightforward rhythms, dissonances, and close harmonies depict the clear and radiant divine essence of this a cappella meditation on the angel Gabriel's greeting to Mary. A poetic translation is inc...

A simple prayer of a servant, this a cappella work masterfully captures Mary's response to the angel Gabriel. "Behold, I am the servant of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your will." A tra...

Unassuming rhythmic simplicity sets the stage for this expressive setting of a text which brings comfort and hope. The optional descant soars and is an ideal way to add additional shimmer with solo vo...

This humble prayer is simply and beautifully set for a cappella choir. The vocal lines remain completely on the staff, making the vocal ranges approachable for most choirs. Excerpted from Trotta’s maj...

Lush harmonies and vivid imagery create a absolutely gorgeous a cappella setting of Margaret Deland's text which depicts the Christmas story from the point of view of the shepherds calmly sleeping and...

A wonderfully expressive a cappella setting of the traditional Christmas text. Carefully prepared dissonances and use of close harmonies thoughtfully paint the text as a sense of awe and wonder permea...

This moving text by Paul Laurence Dunbar is an inspriational reminder that many have to struggle on their path to fully expeiencing all that life has to offer. It was commissioned for the Texas Music...

This energetic setting of the poetry of Paul Laurence Dunbar depicts the joy of seeing your dreams become a reality. With powerful vocal lines and a stirring piano accompaniment, this work captures th...

Irish Blessing features straightforward rhythm and close harmonies of this a cappella setting of a traditional text is a favorite with conductors and choirs alike. Whether chosen for its moving text,...

New for TB voices and piano, beautiful modern harmonies create the backdrop for this elegantly simple work that is well within reach for most choirs. Straightforward rhythms and moments of release cre...

Ostinati ritmici, armonie a grappolo e linee di soprano svettanti sono tutti presenti in questo emozionante lavoro da concerto a cappella, che possiede tutti gli elementi che ci si aspetta dal composi...

This beloved text from Elizabeth Frye, simply set for choir, features a lyric melody with organ or piano accompaniment and optional string quartet. This is the first movement from the larger work. A w...

New for SA voices, this stunningly expressive work was commissioned for a vast number of high school choir programs forced to cancel concerts due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Inspiring and reflective, th...

This beloved text from Elizabeth Frye, simply set for choir, features a lyric melody with organ or piano accompaniment and optional string quartet. This is the first movement from the larger work. A w...

Simply set for choir, features a lyric melody with organ or piano accompaniment and optional string quartet. A wonderful choice that is easy to learn in limited rehearsal time and can serve as a touch...