Compositions

Naomi LaViolette’s compositions demonstrate a "mastery of choral writing" (Fanfare Magazine), and they have been performed worldwide in professional, amateur, sacred and scholastic settings. In 2018, her piece “Melancholy Flower,” co-composed with Steven Craig Goodwin, was included in Gothic Record's’ release of the Shadows on the Stars album by Oregon Repertory Singers, winner of the American Prize. The Oregon Repertory Singers also included her pieces “Night of Silence,” “Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence,” and “Winter Solstice” in their 2023 album, 50. She studied Music Theory and Composition while pursuing her undergraduate and graduate degrees in Piano Performance, and her professional work as a choral accompanist, chamber musician and soloist since 2001 greatly influences her composing. She is a published composer with Santa Barbara Music Publishing, a composer for the Oregon Symphony Lullaby Project, and the accompanist for the Oregon Repertory Singers since 2004. She releases her solo piano compositions under the moniker Lucente Skye. Her music for choirs, chamber ensembles, soloists, and orchestras reflect an authentic connection to nature, spirituality and humanity. To inquire about commissioning a work, contact Naomi here.

Published CHORAL WORKS

Self-Published Choral Works

SATB
”Racing The Moon” 2024 SATB, Piano
”Love is Love (The Christmas Eve Song)” 2024 SATB, Piano
”Winter Solstice” (2022) SATB
”Night of Silence” (2021) SATB, Piano, solo instrument option
”Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence” (2021) SATB, Piano
”Noel” (2017) Intermediate Arrangement, SATB, Piano, Percussion
”Angel In The Snow” (2017) SATB, Solo Vocal, Piano, Percussion
”Noel” (2017) SATB, Solo Vocal, Violin, Piano
”Written for you” (2017) SATB, Solo Vocal, Piano, String Orchestra
”Everything is Brighter” (2017) SATB, Piano

SA
”Night of Silence” (2021) SSA, Piano
”Saving Mother Earth” (2019) SA, Piano
”Angel In The Snow” (2017) SSA, Piano, Percussion
”Love is Love (The Christmas Eve Song)” (2022) SSAA, Piano

TB
”Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence” (2023) TTBB, Piano
”Night of Silence” (2021) TTBB, Piano
”Noel” (2017) TTBB, Solo Vocal, Piano, Violin

SAB
”Love is Love (The Christmas Eve Song)” (2022) SAB, Piano

OTHER SCOREs

“Night of Silence” Solo Vocal, Piano
”Now” Solo Piano
”Memory” Solo Piano
”Hope” Solo Piano
”Stabat Mater Dolorosa” Lead Sheet
”Melancholy Flower” Instrumental Ensemble: Piano, Violin, Cello, Flute, Bassoon
”Joni’s Song” Instrumental Ensemble: Piano, Violin, Cello, Flute, Bassoon

All choral scores are $3/copy

To PURCHASE SCORES, fill out the purchase form. You will be invoiced for the amount of copies ordered. After sending payment, you will receive a printable PDF of the score.

Testimonials

“Naomi LaViolette is among the very finest musicians with whom I've worked during my long career. A superlative pianist and composer/arranger, Naomi is acclaimed for her musicality and is a leading figure in the artistic culture of Portland, Oregon. I am honored to be her colleague and friend.”

Dr. Morten Lauridsen
Recipient, 2007 National Medal of Arts
Recipient, ASCAP Foundation "Life in Music" Award
Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Composition, USC Thornton School of Music

“It isn’t often that a composer knows how to write for both the voice and the piano so exquisitely, but Naomi manages to do so while also uplifting our hearts with the genuine emotion that flows from her writing.”

Lisa Riffel
Director of choirs at Lincoln High School, Portland OR
Associate Director at Oregon Repertory Singers

“I’ve been blessed many times to play Naomi’s compositions and arrangements, and always love her thoughtful and original writing. Naomi is an absolute artistic genius!”

Peter Frajola
Oregon Symphony Associate Concertmaster

“Naomi LaViolette's compositions and arrangements have been a parishioner favorite in our Christmas Liturgies here at Resurrection for many years. Her heartfelt and faithful songs create the feeling of joy, acceptance and love that we value highly in our parish.”

Marcus Reynolds
Music Director, Resurrection Catholic Parish

 

What Singers Are Saying…

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Singer testimonials

“Naomi writes melodic lines that are gracious to sing and pleasing to listen to; her simple yet elegant melodies blossom into lush, satisfying, and evocative harmonies grounded by effortlessly lovely piano accompaniment.”

Marguerite, choral singer

“I have been fortunate to sing Naomi’s choral works in concert with other repertoire and no matter the mix of other composers, her pieces always end up being my favorite in the program. The lines flow so naturally in the voice and the push and pull of chords between sections are riveting. I can tell the audience enjoys listening as much as we enjoy singing. The whole room beams!”

Aliyih, choral singer

"Naomi’s song ‘Night of Silence’ captured the feeling of being alone and having hope at the same time.”

Sarah, choral singer

“Naomi’s songs are always a favorite in programs because they have singable melodies with rich choral harmonies.”

Chris, choral singer

“Naomi’s music heightens a feeling of connectedness when singing with other people.”

Ava, choral singer

“While singing Naomi’s ‘Angel in the Snow,’ you feel like a snowflake and part of a snowstorm at the same time.”

Laurel, choral singer

“Naomi’s songs are still stuck in my head months after singing them in choir.”

Doug, choral singer

“Naomi’s arrangements are so beautiful.”

Dave, choral singer

“Naomi composes with so much heart in her music.”

Jeri, choral singer

“Naomi’s harmonies are yummy.”

Lauren, choral singer

More testimonialS

"Naomi’s ‘Noel’ has been one of my choir's favorites for years! It is beautiful, accessible, and wows audiences. We have used it in our Holiday performance 7 times in the last 10 years!!!

Dr. Ethan Sperry
Oregon Repertory Singers Artistic Director
Director of choirs, Portland State University

“I programmed ‘Melancholy Flower’ for my Honor Choir, and the students still speak about how they absolutely loved this piece, even 4 years later!"

Dr. Dean Jilek
Director of choirs at University of North Dakota

“It doesn't matter if you are a listener or a performer of Naomi’s music; the beautifully and thoughtfully crafted stories and melodies will capture your heart and soul from the first note. We intend to keep her choral arrangements actively programmed on our seasons.”

Lauren Bryan
Oregon Repertory Singers Executive Director

“Naomi LaViolette’s Noel was a joy to program and perform. It was well-crafted and extremely satisfying for both the choir and the audience. I highly recommend this talented and versatile composer.”

Steven Zopfi
Director of Choral Activities, University of Puget Sound

When I first heard Naomi LaViolette’s original composition “Noel,” I knew I had to include it for Christmas liturgies. It’s a beautiful melody that can be as simple or complex as desired, depending on the size of your ensemble or choir. I had a small, professional ensemble that made it come to life. I highly recommend the solo instrument part for violin be included. It’s gorgeous!

Heather Lindamann
Director of Music at St. Thomas More Parish

The sign of a great Christmas carol is that it seems like has always existed. Naomi's "Noel" feels like it has been drawn from the recesses of the ages and from our oldest memories, yet is one of the freshest Christmas works I have heard in the past 20 years.

Erick Lichte
Director of Chor Leoni, Vancover B.C.

 
 

Report a Performance

As a member of ASCAP, I report my premieres and all performances to that performing rights organization. Please send me a PDF of the program from your concert. Most concert halls pay a fee to ASCAP or BMI for performance of works by their registered members. I ask that your performance venue registers the performance of my piece with ASCAP because I receive a small payment from these performances. I would appreciate a recording of the premiere performance for my own personal use. This recording will not be sold but rather used for my own reflection and promotional material.