Choral Music

Exhilaration Is The Breeze

For SATB Choir and piano | Duration 3’00

This piece which was originally written for and performed by the George Mason University Chorale, is based on the poetry of Emily Dickinson. The text emphasizes the feeling of change and how it affects us. In writing this, I wanted to create a sense of instability before landing somewhere that felt firm, representing the feeling of being lifted off the ground and returning in our descent.

E Polo/Ngima Lomba

For SATB Choir | Duration 3’30

This piece, originally performed by the Nairobi Chamber Chorus and George Mason University Chorale, arranges traditional Kenyan hymns. E Polo and Ngima Lomba are both spirituals originating from the Luo Community in Kenya, one of the 47 communities within Kenya. The text originates from the Luo dialect, the third most popular dialect in Kenya, spoken by over 3 million people. To pay homage to the rich culture of this community, this music is best performed with percussion and African dance.

Alice in Wonderland

For SATB Vocal Ensemble | Duration 2’30

This arrangement of Sammy Fain’s “Alice In Wonderland” was written for and performed by the Mason Jazz Vocal Ensemble. In this work, Joi demonstrates her knowledge of jazz harmony and phrasing. Listeners and performers alike will enjoy the beauty of this ballad in live performance.