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A powerful, poignant song of confession combined with a plea for Mercy, “Kyrie eleison” in ever increasing complexity and voice layering. Scored for SATB with piano accompaniment. Suitable for any time of introspection and reconciliation and...

An original Christmas hymn by Erik Dewar (co-arranged with Dan Forrest), In Bethlehem paints a vivid and heartfelt picture of the Christmas story. Fresh takes on the Christmas narrative combine with angels' Alleluias in an anthem that is both modern and...

This marvelous new arrangement of the classic hymn begins with quiet assurance, a beautiful combination of strength and gentleness which continues to build until the congregation joins with the choir and instruments to a dramatic final statement of...

This beautiful setting of Christ's prayer from the cross is prayerful, powerful, passionate and poignant.  So completely perfect for Good Friday, it will quickly become a necessary part of that service from year to year.  Optional full score...

A haunting arrangement of the familiar Wexford Carol for SATB choir and piano becomes increasingly rich and textured with the addition of oboe, percussion and string quartet/quintet. The Christmas story unfolds with the contrast of increasing intensity...

With text adapted from scripture and music to bring the text to life, we can hear the gentle, yet insistent pleading of the Savior to “come” and find rest in Him. Artfully set for SATB with piano, this rich and warm accompaniment is further...

Beckenhorst's Congregational Anthem series features choral anthems with easily-learned parts and significant congregational involvement, for accessible but powerful expressions of singing in worship. Erik Dewar and Dan Forrest have collaborated on this...

The pivotal questions asked and answered in the book of Revelation form the backbone of this stirring anthem which artfully blends scriptural quotes with those found in “Worthy Is the Lamb” (Handel’s Messiah) and the modern worship song...

Beckenhorst's Congregational Anthem series features choral anthems with easily-learned parts and significant congregational involvement, for accessible but powerful expressions of singing in worship. Erik Dewar and Dan Forrest have collaborated on this...

This beautiful octavo, which has become a staple of the Communion literature, has stanzas, each approaching the idea of "remembering" from a different viewpoint.  In the first verse, Christ of the Last Supper asks us to remember Him.  In the...

A newly composed stirring refrain unifies the stanzas of the traditional chant melody in this highly accessible and easily learned anthem. Worth a look as a new framing for a familiar hymn in your Advent season! Optional cello part included in choral...

Phil Wickham's tender setting of this carol is arranged here for choir by Molly Ijames. A gentle instrumental motif unifies the steady growth between stanzas, and optional alternate lyrics for stanzas 2-3 provide opportunity for an even richer worship...

What a Savior, What a Friend (Movement 3 of TRINITY: Our God of Hope and Help) sets familiar hymn texts to new music that moves from plaintive cry to deep assurance and humble gratitude. Effective in general worship or during Lent and Holy Week. Each of...

"God is with us, God is for us; do not be afraid." Dan Forrest interweaves this refrain with comforting quotes from Scripture, "There shall be no night there, no crying there; God shall wipe away every tear from their eyes; lo, I am with you always, even...

Dan Forrest combines new music for Susan Boersma's text with the familiar strains of O God Our Help In Ages Past (ST. ANNE) to create a stirring and noble expression of God's eternal reign. "Yesterday, today, forever... God remains the sure foundation,...

As recorded by VOCES8 on their 2019 album, Enchanted Isle, this soaring setting of Hafiz-inspired poetry by Daniel Ladinsky speaks of the matchless beauty of unconditional love. For a cappella choir with optional solo cello.(This is an a cappella...

The captivating lyrics of the 17th century Passion Chorale still resonate today as we reflect on the somber final moments prior to Jesus’ death. Paired in this setting with the minor tonalities of the tune PROMISED LAND, along with an original refrain,...

This marvelous new arrangement of the classic hymn begins with quiet assurance, a beautiful combination of strength and gentleness which continues to build until the congregation joins with the choir and instruments to a dramatic final statement of...

The victory and strength of this setting of Thine Be the Glory are gloriously displayed through rhythmic energy and dynamic instrumentation. You will literally “raise the roof” with this musical Easter Day celebration! An optional brass,...

NEW: A Virtual Choir Kit is now available for this piece. Mein Herz will ich dir schenken – a 1650 text by an unknown author has been lovingly set for SATB Choir, Piano and optional String Quartet as a prayer of personal affirmation...

NEW: A Virtual Choir Kit is now available for this piece. The river flows steady and calm in this beautiful arrangement of the traditional spiritual. It is impossible to ignore the underlying intensity which rises and falls, as peace, love...

A compelling arrangement of a classic hymn, pointing to Christ in all His glory while acknowledging the signs of His suffering.  Suitable for Ascension Day, Easter, or other service of celebration. (Reproducible congregational handout is not in...

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...

Beckenhorst welcomes Kyle Pederson to its catalog with this plaintive and dreamy setting of NOEL NOUVELET for SATB chorus, piano, and optional oboe. COMPANION PRODUCTS Sing We Now of Christmas - Score and Part for Oboe Sing We Now of Christmas - Score...

The John Ness Beck classic based on Micah 6:6-8. The contemplative text calls for self-examination and commitment and although suitable for any occasion of worship, is perfect for Lent or communion. Now available for SSA (BP1983), TTBB (BP1982) and SATB...