Am Scheideweg, Op. 28, No. 1

A challenging and intellectually stimulating choice for an advanced choir, Am Scheideweg (At the Crossroads) poses a question that resonated with composers and performers of the early 20th century: tonal or atonal? Schönberg's setting of these German lyrics, presented here for SATB, explores this very dilemma. The text directly asks whether the greater number of people can find stable ground in a tonal or atonal musical language. This canonic setting, part of Op. 28, offers a fascinating glimpse into the composer's thought processes during a pivotal period in his creative output. It’s a piece that demands precision and keen musical understanding, ideal for choirs looking to explore the boundaries of modern harmony.