SSA & SSAA sacred

A Blessing
SS & piano, Alliance Music AMP-0712
This is a Celtic blessing (not the traditional Irish blessing) commissioned by St. John’s Ravenscourt Boys’ Choir, Winnipeg MB, under the direction of Michael Proudfoot.  This lyrical setting is especially suited to young voices or Women’s Chorus and the last verse includes a wonderful descant.  See score & listen

Cradle Song
SSA, piano, flute & oboe, now available from the composer.
Lush harmonies and elegant flowing lines bring this traditional Christmas text by William Blake to life. The setting was written in honour of Jean Ashworth Bartle and Ruth Watson Henderson, Toronto Children’s Chorus.  The work is also suitable for Christmas. Listen YouTube

Every Child Has Known God
SSA & piano, Alliance Music AMP0815-021
Every Child Has Known God is a setting of a fascinating, spiritual text by Hafiz. The work was commissioned by Les Chanteuses of Edmonton, directed by Heather Bedford.  The beginning lyrical writing moves to a spirited conclusion ‘Come dance with me’. See score & listen YouTube

Hodie, Alleluia
SSA & piano, Boosey & Hawkes HL 48023064
The African influence of this Christmas work score was inspired by the composer’s experiences in Ghana. Written for SSA choir, piano and improvised djembe. Two instrumentations are available from the composer:  a) fl, ob, vl, db and piano b)  string quartet and piano. See score & listen Youtube ChoralTracks

new release 2024 May You Heal
SSA, piano & cello (optional) Hal Leonard HL 01302037
SATB, piano & cello (optional) Hal Leonard HL 00396766
TTBB, piano & cello (optional) Hal Leonard HL HL 01302038
This is the centerpiece of the May You Heal Project, a series of five short choral works that have been written and recorded during the pandemic. The project offers music of comfort, peace, renewal and self-awareness. In this piece, Mark captures the essence of the text in a poignant, contemplative choral setting.  See score & listen ChoralTracks

Missa Brevis for a Young Girl
SA duet & SSA a cappella
This multi-movement work was commissioned by La Jeunesse, Northumberland Girls’ Choir, directed by Marie Anderson and Deirdre Morrell.   It combines movements of the traditional Latin mass with interludes on poetry by Canadian poet and novelist, Richard Scrimger.  For additional information and perusal copy, please contact the composer.
Introit
Kyrie
Do I deserve mercy?
Sanctus
Thanks to You
Agnus Dei
You who suffer
Benediction

Responsibility
SSA & piano, Hal Leonard HL 00357220
SATB & piano, Hal Leonard HL 00357218
Jewish leader and scholar, Hillel the Elder, captures the tension between the need for healthy self-care and the importance of caring for others. Canadian composer Mark Sirett combines the ancient Hebrew text with modern English to create an elegant and folk-like setting. See score & listen   Choral Tracks

Song of the Angels (Gloria)
SSAA, handbells, percussion, Boosey & Hawkes M-051-47492-9
SATB, handbells, percussion, Boosey & Hawkes  HL 48018912
Although the Gloria is often associated with Christmas the message of peace is universal and appropriate for many different occasions.  This is a colourful soundscape uses accessible experimental effects often supported by the tuned and untuned percussion instruments. Gregorian chant inspires the opening and concluding melodies. The work received acclaim at recent international festivals. Commissioned by La Jeunesse Northumberland Girls’ Choir directed by Marie Anderson and Deirdre Morrell.  See score & listen YouTube or YouTube

Thou Shalt Know Him
SATB a cappella, Augsburg/Fortress Press 0-8006-5520-6
SATB a cappella, The Church Music Society (OUP 978-0-19-395397-0)
SSAA a cappella Augsburg/Fortress Press 0800675304S
TTBB a cappella Augsburg/Fortress Press 9798889831228
Erkennen wirst ihn (SATB a cappella German) Augsburg/Fortress 9798889831242
Vous le saurez quand il vient (SATB a cappella French) Augsburg/Fortress 9798889831235
Lo conocerás cuando vieniere (SATB a cappella Spanish) Augsburg/Fortress 9798889831259
Du förstår när han är här (SATB a cappella Swedish) Gehrmans Musickförlag SKG 10083
A stunning text complimented by a soaring melody and expressive harmonies are found in this popular a cappella motet.  This work has been frequently recorded and broadcast by professional and amateur choirs worldwide including Vocalessence, the National Lutheran Choir and heard on CBC and NPR.  See collection YouTube or YouTube or YouTube ChoralTracks