Neil Feris: As You Sing

A celebration of Oxford’s popular Songbird series, this collection of nine original works for upper voices in two, three, and four parts meets the need for secular, modern concert repertoire for youth and women’s choirs. Featuring well-known composers such as Kerry Andrew, Cecilia McDowall, and Sarah Quartel alongside newer names, the collection includes a variety of styles and moods-all melodically appealing and immediately approachable, with a contemporary twist. Texts from across the years touch on a range of themes, from the empowering to the quirky, with a particular emphasis on the natural world. Performance notes from compilers Neil Ferris and Joanna Tomlinson provide invaluable tips for rehearsal and performance, making this a complete and practical concert collection for contemporary upper-voice choirs.