John's growing catalogue of compositions and arrangements include a variety of genres and instrumentation. He specializes in vocal works, including choir, solo voice and small vocal ensemble. Some of his work has yet to be premiered. Please reach out if you are interested in performing any of my music, or commissioning a new work.
Secular
"Songs for the People," words by Francis Ellen Watkins Harper - mixed chorus, piano, violin
"In Flanders Fields," words by LTC John McCrae - mixed chorus, piano, cello
Christmas
"Sussex Carol," "Coventry Carol" and "Oh Holy Night," mixed chorus, piano, wind ensemble and percussion
Also availailable for SATB, Piano, see below
"Sussex Carol" SATB, Piano
"Coventry Carol" SATB, Piano
"Oh Holy Night" SATB, Piano
"God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen," mixed chorus, piano, brass quartet, percussion
Also Available for SATB, Piano, see below
"Got Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" SATB, Piano
"Angels We Have Heard of High," mixed chorus, piano
"Come Thou Long Expected Jesus," arranged by John Bergquist - mixed chorus, piano
Solo Vocal
"Over the Rainbow," arranged by John Bergquist - mezzo-soprano, piano, violin, cello
"Go the Distance" arranged by John Bergquist - mezzo-soprano, piano, violin, cello
"Angel's Lullabye," (Tears in Heaven/Lullabye) music by Eric Clapton, Will Jennings, Billy Joel - mixed voices a cappella
Pop A Cappella
"Don't Stop Lovin' Me," (She Will Be Loved/Don't Stop Believin'/Just Give Me a Reason/I Don't Wanna Miss a Thing) music by various - mixed voices a cappella, vocal percussion
"Collateral Crossfire," (Crossfire/United States of Eurasia) music by Matt Bellamy and Stephen Swartz - mixed voices a cappella, vocal percussion
Unitarian Universalist
"Shade of Our Ancestors," words and music by John Bergquist - mixed chorus, piano and optional flute
"Inherent Worth and Dignity," words and music by John Bergquist - mixed chorus, piano, bass guitar, drums