Choral Compositions

Naomi LaViolette is a Portland-based composer, performer, singer-songwriter, and versatile pianist. With a master’s degree in classical piano performance, Naomi has expanded her musical expertise across jazz, folk, soul, and pop genres. Her choral compositions, praised by Fanfare Magazine for their "mastery of choral writing," have been performed globally in diverse settings—ranging from professional choirs to amateur groups, sacred services, and academic performances. Her music, whether written for choirs, chamber ensembles, soloists, or orchestras, is deeply rooted in themes of nature, spirituality, and human connection.

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Score Videos

Peruse Naomi’s choral scores in video with performance audio on YouTube

Purchase Scores: Published Choral Works

“Noel” 2019 SATB/Piano/Percussion with Santa Barbara Publishing
“Noel” 2019 SSA/Piano/Percussion with Santa Barbara Publishing
“Melancholy Flower” 2019 SATB/Piano with Santa Barbara Publishing

Purchase Scores: Self-Published Choral Works

SATB
”Sunrise” 2025 SATB, Piano, Solo Vocal
”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
”Angel In The Snow” (2017) SATB, Solo Vocal, Piano, Percussion
”Noel” (2013) 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

To inquire about commissioning a work or custom arrangement, contact Naomi here.

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

“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*

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.*

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*

Report a Performance

As a member of ASCAP, Naomi reports all performances to the performing rights organization. Please send her a PDF of the concert program following your performance.

Most concert venues pay a licensing fee to ASCAP or BMI to cover performances of works by their registered members. Naomi kindly asks that the performance venue registers the performance of her piece with ASCAP, as she receives a small royalty for these performances.

Additionally, she would greatly appreciate performance recordings for personal use. These recordings will not be sold but may be used for reflection and promotional purposes.