This anthology brings together representative works from the mainstream of contemporary American choral music. Charles Ives�s Psalm 90 evokes a mood reminiscent of congregational Sunday singing in New England. Copland�s In the Beginning recalls his Fanfare for the Common Man, while Lukas Foss�s Behold, I Build An House shows the stylistic influence of Copland. Vincent Persichetti�s Flower Songs reveal his deep commitment to his favourite poet E.E. Cummings, and favours the women�s voices. In Fern Hill, set for alto, chorus and orchestra, composer John Corigliano sings of the joys of youth.