OCP Choral

06/03/2026

This gentle setting of the Irish prayer Ag Críost an Síol is a beautiful selection for the Preparation of the Gifts. An instrumental introduction sets the tone for the unison soprano and alto melody, which transitions into three-part SAB harmonies. A lyrical solo cello part is accompanied by a delicate piano arrangement that both continue throughout the piece. Learn more https://hubs.la/Q04js7dp0

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06/01/2026

💎 Concert Gems for Your Choir

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A vibrant, rhythmic selection that brings energy and global perspective to your ensemble’s repertoire.

Great for both concert and church settings.

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05/27/2026

Written with the impressionistic harmonies of Maurice Duruflé's Requiem in mind, this unique arrangement of Psalm 23 is suitable for churches looking to broaden their stylistic repertoire. The ostinato in the keyboard can be played on either organ or piano and complements the slower-moving melody in the voices. The simplistic modality of the verses provides an opportunity for choral unison or a cantor. Learn more https://hubs.la/Q04cgdRy0

05/13/2026

Scored for three-part choir, piano, guitar, and cello, this pensive setting of a passage from St. Augustine's Confessions features a distinctive oscillating harmonic progression. Learn more https://hubs.la/Q04cfDzx0

05/11/2026

Inspired by this beloved Marian text, Bobby Fisher crafted a compelling original melody and arrangement. Cascading eighth notes and occasional hemiolas in the keyboard part generate a subtle forward drive to the beautifully lilting triple-time melody. Unison verses split into SATB choral parts for the lengthy but memorable refrain.

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05/07/2026

This choral anthem is scored for soprano solo, SATB choir, piano and guitar. Entirely in Latin, the setting by Feargal King is accessible for moderately skilled choirs, with mostly homophonic choral writing. The range of the solo line is approachable by either soprano or mezzo and is not vocally challenging. A choir can never have too many settings of the beloved Ave Maria text. This one is worthy of inclusion in your choir's library!

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05/04/2026

Set to a well-known Irish melody, this arrangement is a beautiful yet accessible option for smaller ensembles, scored for SAB choir, keyboard, guitar, and solo instrument in C.

Set to a well-known Irish melody, this arrangement is a beautiful yet accessible option for smaller ensembles, scored for SAB choir, keyboard, guitar, and solo instrument in C. The familiarity of the tune and the topic of the lyrics_x0014_ immediately recognizable as being based on the well-known "M...

04/27/2026

This is a beautiful, chanted setting with keyboard and/or guitar accompaniment, although choirs with experience singing in a free-chant style will also have success singing it a ca****la. While primarily in unison, splashes of choral harmony are used to great effect, especially at cadences. Learn more at https://hubs.la/Q04cBWwS0