Dr. Hollinger is a gifted composer who can work within these parameters and create an anthem or instrumental piece that will delight you. Here is what some folks have said about his creations:

“Dr. Hollinger's composition exceeded my expectations. I gave him a few guidelines about my choir and he seemed to know exactly what to write.” Bill Rhoads, Otterbein Methodist Church

“Daryl's composition for our special occasion was outstanding. Our choir was so impressed with the commission he wrote that we have used it numerous times. We are fortunate to have a composer of this caliber in Lancaster County.” Highland Presbyterian Choir Member

“Daryl's compositions are a delight to conduct..They are full of variety and vitality.” Jay Risser, Conductor Lancaster Chamber Singers,

“Your creativity, musicianship, intelligence and craft LEAP off of the page. I'm sure that the choir will have a great time getting their voices, hearts, and minds into the core of this piece. Wonderful texts and use of percussion instruments.” Tony Leach Choral Director, Penn State University

Here is a sampling of some of his commissions:

• Thank Our God, Pelo Tsa Rona
  UCC Church Musicians Assoc. National Music Conference. Choir, organ, and percussion. Premiere - Franklin and Marshall College, 2006.

• How Can I Keep from Singing?
  Lancaster Chapter of the American Guild of Organist. Organ. Premiere - Grace Lutheran Church, Lancaster, 2006

• Rejoice Greatly!
  Lancaster Council of Churches Choir, Sop. Solo, piano, and conga drums. Premiere - St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, Lancaster, 2005.

• Auntie Smokin to the Rescue
  Ephrata Area Community Theatre Musical Drama. Premiere - Ephrata Act Theatre, 2004

• The House of Our God
  St. Paul Lutheran, Lititz, 2004 Choir, brass, & handbells. Premiere - St. Paul ELCA.

• Sing a New Song
  Otterbein United Methodist Church Choir and organ. Premiere - Otterbein United Methodist, 2001.

• Jubilate Deo
  Highland Presbyterian Church Choir and organ. Premiere - Highland Presbyterian Church, 2000.

• Extol His Work, Let Mortals Sing
  National Moravian Music Conference Choir and orchestra. Premiere - Millersville University, 1999.

• Psalm 95
  Inter-Conference Worship Symposium Choir, congregation, and flute. Premiere - Neffsville Mennonite Church, 1998

Fees are according to the scope requested. A down payment is required. You may click here to send your request to Daryl. Dr. Hollinger retains all copyrights.