Described as “contemporary, edgy, descriptive, and extremely soulful,” Sally Lamb McCune has become an important voice American contemporary classical music. Her works, which range from chamber pieces to music for chorus, wind ensemble and opera, are convincing and evocative, often blending the traditional with the avant-garde. McCune lives and works in Ithaca, New York, where she teaches at Ithaca College.
Recent Works & Publications
Original Etudes for the Developing Conductor Available Now!
Original Études for Developing Conductors is an open-access collection of supplemental études designed to enhance contemporary conducting pedagogy. Each étude …
“Listen Here” for SATB A Cappella
“Listen Here” for SATB Choir and Optional Vocal Percussion now available through the Rollo Dilworth Choral Series, Hal Leonard Pub. …
“Silent Sea” for SATB & Piano
Now Available through the Judith Clurman Choral Series, Hal Leonard Pub. The poetry of “Silent Sea” by Rachael Boast, appeared …
News
Sinta Quartet Performs CAVEAT July 7, 2023
Sinta Quartet presents Homegrown The world renowned Sinta Quartet presents a highly-anticipated eclectic mix of American works, ranging from the tunes of Appalachia to the world premiere of composer-in-residence Sally …Read More »McCune Announced as Composer-in-Residence for South Shore Conservatory Transform Program
SOUTH OF BOSTON South Shore Conservatory continues to transform music By Robert Knox Globe Correspondent, January 13, 2023 Sally McCune has been chosen to be the composer in residence at …Read More »
Excerpts
With a driving, Appalachian-style folk melody, wide ranges that show off the mature treble voice, and a full range of dynamic contrasts, "Go Dig My Grave" is sure to be a show stopper.
- Roger Dean, Publishing Company -
It is a joy to include the fine music of Sally Lamb McCune in my choral series at Hal Leonard!
- Judith Clurman, conductor -
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Sally Lamb McCune is becoming one of America's leading composers of choral music. This arrangement combining “Materna,” “America the Beautiful” and “Amazing Grace” is a tour de force for any outstanding choir and will certainly become the standard for any patriotic arrangments to follow.
-Hal Leonard, Mark Foster Series -
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Sally's music is full of vibrancy and creativity. Her craft is extremely well-honed and her orchestration for the wind ensemble exploits the myriad of colors the medium offers. She hits the sweet spot of developing ideas to their logical conclusion but not past that point. Sally is a true artist.
-Dr. Cynthia Johnston Turner , Director of Bands, University of Georgia -