Beckenhorst Press

Now available for TTBB voices! 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...

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 third movement of Craig Courtney's trilogy, Divine Encounter, The Blessing is a newly-composed benediction based on Numbers 6:24-26. As Jesus blessed and multiplied...

Now available for SSAA voices! 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...

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...

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;...

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...

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...

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...

Craig Courtney sets words from Psalm 33 for SATB choir and piano with optional flute or violin. Text including "the earth is full of the goodness of the Lord" is then painted by floating instrumental...

A refrain of Alleluias surrounds this prayer for healing written by Joseph Martin. Inspiring musical images become metaphors for redemption: "Lord, heal our wounded alleluias; touch our fragile,...

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...

An exciting arrangement of the traditional spiritual with a 4-hand accompaniment. Give a soloist and your men’s chorus the opportunity to shine in this energetic presentation. Your congregation...

"As the path leads through sorrow, will the Lord still be my stay? Jesus answers with His presence and makes my spirit sing, in the shadow of His wing." Lloyd Larson is at his best in this setting of...

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...

Molly Ijames' artful piano accompaniment combines with gospel-influenced vocal textures and rhythms in this new arrangement. An optional cajon part provides additional interest as the anthem...

Gentle piano gestures underscore a new melody for the traditional spiritual's words of comfort and assurance: "He's got the whole world in His hands." Choir and audience alike will be assured of...

Four-hand piano combines with optional violins and drum to accompany this lively anthem in early-American style. An outstanding and vigorous call to worship, the work begins with gradually increasing...

Kyle Pederson's striking adaptation of Scripture passages foretells a future free from tears, hatred, and injustice, and provides a vision of a renewed and redeemed earth: "A New Jerusalem arise, a...

Syncopated rhythms combine with smooth melodic lines in Craig Courtney's energetic re-telling of the traditional American folk hymn for choir and piano. The final stanza's slow crescendo leads to a...

Skillful blending of quotes of the beloved hymntune with a new melody provide an anthem of passionate devotion to Christ. Mark Hayes' colorful piano textures and figurations support resonant choral...

Jazz harmonies and a vocal solo give new interest and life to the well-loved Robert Lowry folk hymn in this fresh setting by David Lantz. Smooth voice-leading means your church or community choir can...

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...

"Awake our souls to sing once more the songs that long have silent been..." Jonathan Cook's text finds a poignant and rich musical setting from Craig Courtney in this anthem for SATB chorus and...

A lovely combination of two favorite meditational hymns, Draw Me Nearer and Near to the Heart of God. Rich harmonies with a gently moving accompaniment combine to propel this setting for SATB choir...