Welcome to Behind the Music! Here you’ll find literary and historical information about the lyrics of choral music, from masterworks such as Carmina Burana to the deeper meaning behind “Don’t Let the Rain Come Down.” You can search for a specific title or look in the various categories to find what you need. I have been writing these posts for a number of years and have a varied selection, with new pieces being added all the time as the group to which I belong, the Cherry Creek Chorale in Englewood, Colorado, moves forward in its concert seasons.
The blog posts are free and can be downloaded; choral groups are encouraged to post this material on their websites for use by their members as they prepare individual pieces. I also have some materials for sale; go to my books page to see what’s available, keeping in mind that I’m also adding new ones all the time in that category. You may order these downloadable e-books on this website in PDF, iPub, or Kindle format, with an option for single or group licensing. You may also purchase these materials through Amazon in either paperback or Kindle formats.
