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"...An echo in her memory of ancient prophecies: this Child of Mary's labor, this Child shall be our peace." Eileen Berry's poignant text, based on Micah 5, is exquisitely set for choir and piano by Molly Ijames. A meaningful addition to the Christmas...

This beautiful setting of the familiar SOFTLY AND TENDERLY is full of rich, pleading solo melody supported by warm, stirring choral development. Scored for SATB choir and piano with full score and parts for small string ensemble and oboe available for...

Through Leslie Leyland Fields’ words of great depth and meaning, we sing of our awe when we gaze upon the Infant Child. We not only witness the physical stable in Bethlehem, but also the stable of our hearts. Dan Forrest’s setting goes from...

“Before the cross of Christ we stand, and gaze upon the nail-pierced hands of Him who died that we might live eternally”. This Larson setting provides an accessible but meaningful addition to your Lenten season, or as a reflection on Good Friday...

A setting of the well-known hymn to the English/Irish folk tune O WALY WALY . The intermittent tenor drum line and haunting violin (parts included in the octavo) obbligato lend a solemn memorial air to the setting. Let your congregation be a part of...

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 words by the composer committing to praise even through times of difficulty are set to the lovely Scottish LOCH LOMOND folksong. "...When questions I spin echo answerless within, even then, still I sing, Alleluia...". Your worship will be deeper and...

Printed product. A new setting of this Thomas Troeger text reminds us of the power of music to connect heaven to earth and that the greatest cause for singing is the resurrection. Scored for SATB and piano, this anthem is suitable not only for Christmas,...

Beckenhorst welcomes arranger Mark Grizzard to our catalog with this driving setting of the traditional German carol. Four-hand piano and optional djembe provide incredible energy under choral parts that range from familiar melody to slow-motion...

A powerful festival arrangement for SATB choir and organ (or piano) and optional brass sextet and percussion. A perfect way to begin a service of celebration. The is an opportunity for the congregation to participate on the final verse. Companion...

Perfect for any service of celebration, this stirring “Gloria” is pure praise. This dramatic setting for SATB choir, piano, optional string quartet and percussion, is also available scored for TTBB and SSAA.  There is also an optional...

SATB anthem.  Best selling octavo.  Appropriate for Transfiguration and general worship.  Also available for SAB voicing in the collection Small But Mighty II. Also available in other voicings: Small but Mighty II

An exhilarating new festival setting of Wesley's revered hymn text, to HYFRYDOL. Rhythmic accents, brilliant scoring, motivic development, optional congregational involvement, a cappella middle stanza, and soaring descant (yet easily learnable choral...

A compelling affirmation of our worth in the eyes of our Creator, giving voice to those with special needs and those who love actively and selflessly. The evocative piano accompaniment creates a thoughtful foundation for the haunting melody and combines...

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...

A haunting, thoughtful setting of the French Canadian melody with the ancient words of the Huron Carol. The congregation will learn to love this as much as the choir does as it becomes part of your Christmas tradition. It is scored for SATB choir and...

Craig Courtney infuses new joy and life into the CWM RHONDA tune with a buoyant syncopated accompaniment. The setting gradually gains intensity, culminating in a strong final chorus, "Songs of praises I will ever give to Thee."COMPANION PRODUCTSGuide Me,...

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,...

A thoughtful, meditative, yet intense consideration of Christ’s plea from the cross. Perfect for Good Friday

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...

A fresh setting of the beloved hymn with unique treatments of the refrain, Tom Trenney's rich textures and harmonies bring the text alive in a new way for your choir and congregation. Optional obbligato part included in the choral octavo; optional organ...

A beautiful new arrangement of an old favorite with opportunities for creative performance using solo voice, small choir and combined choirs.  Scored for SATB with piano and optional string quartet.  There is also an orchestral accompaniment...

A best selling anthem full of power and majesty. A separate flute part (BP1403A) is available for Courtney’s arrangement of Dan Schutte's contemporary song of commitment.   Companion products (digital copies): Here I Am, Lord -...

A beautiful arrangement of a traditional Shaker hymn for SATB, SSA or TTBB choir and piano accompaniment, particularly suitable in these times of uncertainty. Perfect as a warm, affirmative call or response to prayer. Also available in other voicings: ...

This rugged early American tune provides an assertive choral repertoire option during the Lenten season: "Take up your cross, the Savior said, if you would my disciple be; take up your cross with willing heart, and humbly follow after me." For SAB or...