Beckenhorst Press

SATB  Tom Fettke's gentle setting of verses from the 51st Psalm.  The penitential aspect of the words makes this particularly suitable for Ash Wednesday, the Lenten season and the...

Benjamin Harlan's elegant setting of Michael Eller's profound text asks for eyes to see the Divine in the simple things of life. Easy to sing, but rich with meaning! Whether in nature or in the...

Statements of the liturgical text “Kyrie eleison” alternate with the English text “Lord God, have mercy” throughout this anthem. A variety of choral textures including...

A new setting of the famous Prayer of St. Francis from Mary McDonald, with tranquil melodic lines from choir entwining with optional oboe obbligato. A contrasting middle section and a floating...

Mr. Courtney has captured the pleading sense of this American folk hymn by moving in and out of major and minor modality.  Conservative demands on the singers and accompanist make this lovely...

"...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...

Beloved text from I Corinthians 13 is paired with other Scriptural texts about love to create a powerful statement of God’s love for us and a deeply moving call to love each other. Suitable for...

“Where charity and love prevail, there God is ever found.” This English translation of Ubi Caritas is tenderly set to the RESIGNATION hymn tune, resulting in a simple but deeply moving prayer for...

Assurance, confession and forgiveness characterize this simple SATB setting of Psalm 32 and its reflective nature makes it a suitable choice for Lent, Ash Wednesday or Holy Communion. COMPANION...

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...

This arrangement offers a reverent and contemplative musical consideration of the Savior’s great love. The selected verses reference the highlights of Christ’s life and ministry up to and...

Now available for TTBB voices! The first movement of Craig Courtney's trilogy, Divine Encounter, is a song in which God invites us to receive His bounty. The first verse of Isaiah 55 is expressed as...

Now available for SSAA voices! The first movement of Craig Courtney's trilogy, Divine Encounter, is a song in which God invites us to receive His bounty. The first verse of Isaiah 55 is expressed as...

A hauntingly beautiful collaboration between modern hymnwriter Erik Dewar and Dan Forrest, this anthem for SATB voices (with piano and optional strings) weaves together a newly written hymn with "I...

Marianne Forman's skill at writing elegant music for smaller choirs shines brightly in this new tune for the traditional hymn text. SA(T)B voicing makes this anthem effective yet accessible for...

This regal, stately second movement of Craig Courtney’s trilogy, Divine Encounter, is based on Micah 6:6-8. As we partake of God's bounty, our gratitude urges us to offer ourselves as...

The first movement of Craig Courtney’s trilogy, Divine Encounter, is a song in which God invites us to receive His bounty. The first verse of Isiah 55 is expressed as a celebration rather than...

Appropriate for general worship with piano and optional oboe (or clarinet) accompaniment, included in the octavo.

SATB with optional flute in the octavo.  Lyrics by Pamela Martin.  Appropriate for Communion and Thanksgiving.  Also available for SAB voicing in the collection Small But Mighty II...

A new SSA adaptation of 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...

A new TTBB adaptation of 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...

A beautiful fresh setting of an old favorite which will awaken a memory in the hearts of those familiar with Rock of Ages. Written for SATB and piano, this anthem is perfect for Lent, Maundy Thursday...

This setting of a Fanny Crosby favorite to an Irish folk tune arranged by John Hudson is beautiful in its simplicity. The SATB choral parts are suitable for the average church choir and they are...

SATB - A haunting, unresolved piano motif begins and ends this contemplative selection.  In between, ascending, question-like vocal phrases express Pamela Martin's poignant text concerning the...

Simple and sensitively arranged by Howard Helvey.  The flute part is included in the octavo.