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This original song by Canadian songwriters Mark Murphy and Maureen Ennis, originally written for vocal trio and heard in various memorial occasions, has now been arranged by Dan Forrest, Jamie Hillman, and the composer for SATB choir as part of the...

Premiere Performance video from Salzburg Cathedral, July 2018: May be performed a cappella, or with keyboard accompaniment, or with chamber ensemble and organ, small orchestra and organ, or full orchestra. Designed to be as flexible as possible for...

A traditional Irish Blessing set to a gentle, flowing melody, perfect for almost any occasion, but particularly comforting during a season of uncertainty or grief. Also available in SATB and SSAA voicings. Companion products (digital downloads): ...

This exuberant piece is the inaugural work in the new Beckenhorst Press Concert Series for school, community, and college choirs, edited by Dan Forrest. Commissioned by the Eastern Division of ACDA for their 2020 Conference, Marques L. A. Garrett's...

Dan Forrest's three settings of "Hallelujah Psalms" (for SATB choir and piano) range from invigorating to deeply touching to dancing for joy! Each movement begins and ends with the statement "Hallelu Yah", just as the three Psalms do. Optional...

Kyle Pederson's gift for songwriting is on full display in this heartfelt prayer for peace. Folk and classical styles blend seamlessly as the choir both asks for shalom, then offers shalom to the listener, to friends and family, to those we don't know,...

Kyle Pederson's gift for songwriting is on full display in this heartfelt prayer for peace. Folk and classical styles blend seamlessly as the choir both asks for shalom, then offers shalom to the listener, to friends and family, to those we don't know,...

This original song by Canadian songwriters Mark Murphy and Maureen Ennis, originally written for vocal trio and heard in various memorial occasions, has now been arranged by Dan Forrest, Jamie Hillman, and the composer for SATB choir as part of the...

NEW: A Virtual Choir Kit is now available for this piece. This exuberant piece is the inaugural work in the new Beckenhorst Press Concert Series for school, community, and college choirs, edited by Dan Forrest. Commissioned by the Eastern Division of...

This soulful setting of original text by Tom Trenney invokes a gospel music tradition, "preaching" its text through declamation and bluesy harmonies: "God wouldn't bring you this far to leave you; no height nor depth nor anything else can separate us...

Premiere Performance video from Salzburg Cathedral, July 2018: May be performed a cappella, or with keyboard accompaniment, or with chamber ensemble and organ, small orchestra and organ, or full orchestra. Designed to be as flexible as possible for...

Dan Forrest's three settings of "Hallelujah Psalms" (for SATB choir and piano) range from invigorating to deeply touching to dancing for joy! Each movement begins and ends with the statement "Hallelu Yah", just as the three Psalms do. Optional...

Mary McDonald has taken the beloved words of Ruth 1:16-17 and given us a simple but beautiful setting. The addition of a cello obbligato (part included in choral score) enhances its beauty even more. Suitable as an expression of commitment in any church...

Dan Forrest’s fourth major work continues in the vein of his previous major works, exploring profound themes of what it is to be human. the breath of life ponders the beauty - yet brevity - of human life as portrayed in a single...

This combination of the French carol, Lloyd Larson's eminently singable choral writing, and a touch of Coplandesque style, will provide much-needed energy and joy without extra rehearsal time. COMPANION PRODUCTSBring a Torch, Jeannette, Isabella - Larson...

Scored for SATB choir, piano, and optional string quintet/orchestra and percussion, this work is brimming with the joy of a new day surrounded by life and beauty, and uniquely captures the magic of e.e. cummings’ beloved poem in a...

Winner of Honorable Mention in the 2020 King's Singers New Music Prize, Marianne Forman's sparkling music sets James Weldon Johnson's text about singing through adversity: "...and if the way grows darker still, shadowed by Sorrow's somber wingwith...

Dan Forrest's three settings of "Hallelujah Psalms" (for SATB choir and piano) range from invigorating to deeply touching to dancing for joy! Each movement begins and ends with the statement "Hallelu Yah", just as the three Psalms do. Optional...

Dan Forrest’s classical choral remix of this 2016 Goo Goo Dolls song produces a surprisingly effective addition to crossover choral repertoire for concert choirs. Available in both SATB and SSAA voicings, with optional string...

The ancient Ubi Caritas chant is transported into the 21st century in this masterful setting for SSAA choir, slowly unfolding layer after layer of beauty, and gradually adding vocal polyphony over an ethereal piano accompaniment. Optional chamber...

Mary McDonald has taken the beloved words of Ruth 1:16-17 and given us a simple but beautiful setting. The addition of a cello obbligato (part included in choral score) enhances its beauty even more. Suitable as an expression of commitment in any church...

A traditional Irish Blessing set to a gentle, flowing melody, perfect for almost any occasion, but particularly comforting during a season of uncertainty or grief.  Also available in SATB and TTBB voicings. Companion products (digital...

Beckenhorst welcomes Brad Nix to our catalog with this stirring setting of Charles Dickens' aspirational text. Scored for SATB choir and piano, its comforting themes are suitable for school or church choirs:"The pure, the bright, the beautiful that...

Dan Forrest's three settings of "Hallelujah Psalms" (for SATB choir and piano) range from invigorating to deeply touching to dancing for joy! Each movement begins and ends with the statement "Hallelu Yah", just as the three Psalms do. Optional...

SSAA a cappella arrangement (with optional cello) of movement III of LUX: The Dawn From On High, (originally scored for chorus with chamber ensemble, small orchestra, or full orchestra). This soaring setting of Hafiz-inspired poetry by Daniel...