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Lenten in character, although particularly effective for Good Friday.  Lyrics by Pamela Martin

Much of the appeal of Howard Helvey's writing lies in his beautifully effective accompaniments.  In Spirit of Mercy, Truth and Love, you will hear that appeal in the introductory material of the keyboard, material which is then repeated between...

Christina Rossetti’s poem is beautifully set to a plaintiff melody, richly harmonized to add depth and meaning to a prayer suitable not only for Holy Week but for any time of worship throughout the year. It is scored for SATB Choir and Piano and is...

The text explores the personal application of Matthew 21:12-13 and the cleansing of our own hearts as temples. Perfect for use during Lent or any other time of introspection and contemplation.  

This John Ness Beck classic arrangement (CRIMOND) is warm and assuring.  It is appropriate not only during Lent, but anytime during the calendar year.

Based on a little-known but beautiful Gaelic melody, Larry Shackley has captured the nuances and harmonies of Irish folk music in this lovely selection.  A simple accompaniment and a lyric obligatto instrument (BP1587A) add to it's appeal...

Children transport themselves to the first Palm Sunday as they ask musical questions about the identity of the man on the donkey - questions which finally erupt into energetic hosannas.  A lively, rhythmic keyboard accompaniment provides a backdrop...

Lyrics by Susan Bentall Boersma.  A quiet, invitation to communion, a prayerful call to come to the table, and in the call is heard the whisper of our name. This anthem provides a poignant opportunity to experience the Lord’s Supper in a...

A classic John Beck setting of Isaiah 55. Following a haunting and chant-like opening, the piece erupts into a glorious proclamation of God's word. Suffice it to say, your choral library will not have another piece quite like this one. 

Choir and congregation alike will identify with this exuberant Advent anthem with music quoting the familiar HYFRYDOL and text attributed to Doddridge and Wesley. It is written for SATB Choir with a buoyant keyboard accompaniment adding to the excitement...

SATB - A thoughtful prayer directed to the Triune God: Father, Jesus and Spirit, invoking the particular gifts of each individual member. Written for SATB with keyboard and string orchestral accompaniment.  Lyrics by Chris Anderson.   ...

Two extended unison sections open this Mozartian arrangement of hymnist John Bode's classic piece. The S(S)ATB anthems continues into very accessible part writing and features a delightful, exuberant piano accompaniment. Suitable for any general worship...

A traditional African-American spiritual comes alive in an exciting setting for SATB and piano. Written for the Southern Chorale of the University of Southern Mississippi to be sung in a benefit concert in Carnegie Hall following the devastation of...

SATB - General worship.  This early American hymn has been largely unnoticed until recent years.  Now, as it is finding its way into standard hymnals, your choir has the opportunity to sing it as an anthem, characterized by rich...

A beautiful setting of Psalm 33:20,21 in a classical style by Joan Pinkston. Suitable for general worship

A text by Thomas Troeger explores the mystery of the incarnation, evoking a sense of wonder at the relationship between Joseph and Jesus. Scored for SSA chorus, piano and optional cello, this beautiful setting will become a Christmas Eve favorite...

Howard Helvey’s beautifully lyric setting of HYFRYDOL is set to Louis F. Benson’s communion text, not usually associated with this hymn tune. Your choir and congregation will love its combination of the familiar and the unexpected and the...

A tender hymn of praise, reminding us that in the end we are all frail and broken in the hand of a merciful God. Well within the reach of a small choir.  Suitable for a memorial service or other service of remembrance. Now available scored for SATB...

Lyrics quoted from the Isaac Watts text “From All That Dwell Below the Skies” provide the foundation for this delightful anthem of praise. The artful weaving of “alleluias” paints a clear picture of perpetual praise which will...

A steady and persistent "walking" piano accompaniment supports a new and gracefully arching melody for this hymn text, pulling it into the 21st century as it prays for a renewed and continued walk with the Savior.

This simple SATB anthem is fitting as both a part of your general worship or as a type of benediction for any commissioning or graduation type event. The optional violin solo is included in the octavo.

Appropriate for Lenten or general worship.  Also available for SAB voicing in the collection Small But Mighty II. Small but Mighty II  

Howard Helvey offers us a new arrangement of this well-known spiritual that literally sparkles.  Passing the melody between the voices, adding slight rhythmic variations in phrases, a brief foray into a newly-composed refrain and a jazz-based...

SATB  This extended octavo combines two of Craig Courtney’s most successful carol arrangements, Silent Night (BP1366) and O Holy Night (BP1332), either of which may be sung separately or together as a medley.  In addition, two...

John Ness Beck displays his mastery in creating multiple musical textures as a means to evoke both celebratory and reflective moods. The addition of the brass, organ, and timpani lift the message of the voices to a new level and the climax of the piece...