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choral music, reviewed and endorsed by an international panel of
prominent conductors.

Four times each year, P:E adds newly-accepted scores into its
catalog. Score submission deadlines are the 15th of January,
April, July and October.

CAROLINE MALLONEE

Da Pacem Domine
• SATB; a cappella; Latin (7th century sacred)
• 5' 30". A plea for peace, clearly of timely value throughout the ages. Outer sections
move in an undulating, softly-keening chordal style. Inner portions variously chant a
plea, lift petitions (in rising lines), and quietly suggest confidence. A fresh, meaningful
presentation of this timeless text. Skilled HS choir and above.
(ProjectEncore.org/caroline-mallonee)

JOHN MUEHLEISEN

A solis ortus cardine

• SATB, divisi; ST soli; a cappella; optional hand percussion; Latin (Sedulius, 5th century)
• 9' 30". Nine variations on the Gregorian chant for the 5th-century Christmas hymn.
Overall movement from “darkness to light” reflected in progression from unadorned
chant melody to lush harmony; from minor chords to major; etc, culminating in a
dance-like final set of variations and coda. Substantial centerpiece for a concert!
(ProjectEncore.org/john-muehleisen)

JOHN ROMMEREIM
Kyrie

• SSAATTBB; a cappella; Greek (Ordinary of the Mass)
• 4' 01". Harmonically inspired by Frank Martin's Mass for Double Choir. Rhythmically
flexible throughout in the spirit of chant. Consistently A-centric, with chromatically
woven harmonies around it. The middle "Christe" section opens up considerably, both
in movement and in range. Lovely setting. Requires clear intonation.
(ProjectEncore.org/john-rommereim)

MICHAEL ROBERT SMITH

Dormi Jesu
• SATB; a cappella; Latin (Sibylline Leaves, Samuel Taylor Coleridge)
• 4' 00". A gentle, compelling lullaby to the baby Jesus, entreating him to sleep
sweetly. The tranquil compound meter provides a warm, comforting character; com-
poser requests subdued dynamics throughout. Very tonal with expressive use of dis-
sonance. Mix of imitation and chordal writing. Lovely addition to Christmas repertoire.
(ProjectEncore.org/michael-robert-smith)

DEBORAH SIMPKIN KING, PHD.
Conductor
P:E Director and Founder
DeborahSKing.com