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The hymn tune MELITA lends dignity and power to Edward Mote’s classic words in this formal setting.  A solo trumpet opens the anthem, foreshadowing the final verse of the hymn “when...

 Arranged for 2-3 octave handbell choir.  Level 1. 

This charming familiar melody is set for 2-part choir by Douglas Wagner. Appropriate for any general use. 

SATB - A lullaby-like medley of the beloved Swedish hymn And When He Cometh.

This personal, plaintive prayerful setting of GUIDE ME O THOU GREAT JEHOVAH brings a new dimension to familiar words. It is scored for TTBB choir, piano and optional string quartet. This product is...

Taking four of Fanny Crosby's best-known hymns, Mr. Courtney has created an anthem that takes us through many moods and an occasional surprise.  The first hymn, Blessed Assurance, is approached...

Pamela Martin has done an exquisite job of crafting a text that speaks to the inclusive and generous love of Christ. Paired with music by Craig Courtney, this SATB anthem is appropriate for general...

An SATB piece written by Craig Courtney that is suitable for any general worship use.

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.  ...

Ms. Govenor is one of the few sacred choral composers that is equally talented with words and music.  This gentle anthem is a series of questions that lead us to reliance on our Savior.  As...

Written for 3 to 6 octave handbell choir. Level 3.This introspective 3-6 octave handbell original is a haunting and emotional piece that explores themes of comfort, solace, and protection. The piece...

Written for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir. Level 4."Vivacio" is a spirited and energetic 3-5 octave handbell original that is sure to capture the listener's attention. The piece features lively...

Written for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir. Level 3-.This 3-5 octave handbell arrangement of "For All the Saints" is a powerful and stirring tribute to the Christian faith. The piece begins with a...

Written for 2 to 3 octave handbell choir. Level 2.Michael Helman's accessible 2-3 octave handbell suite is a delightful collection of five movements that are perfect for beginner to intermediate...

Written for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir. Level 3-.This pleasant 3-5 octave handbell arrangement combines "Morning Mood" from Peer Gynt with the beloved melody "NEW BRITAIN." The result is a...

Written for 3 to 6 octave handbell choir. Level 3."Fanfare and Intrada" is a bold and original 3-5 octave handbell composition by Jason W. Krug. The piece opens with a grand fanfare, with the bells...

Written for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir. Level 3."Victorious" is an energetic and triumphant original handbell piece. Throughout the piece are moments of respite and reflection, where the melody...

Assertive syncopated rhythms add energy and joy to this new setting of of the traditional Henry Lyte text. Cast in rondo form, the refrains gather intensity throughout the piece, culminating in...

"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...

Jon Hermanson's setting for SATB chorus combines text from Luke 24 ("Stay with us, Lord Jesus, stay with us"), and quotes from Abide With Me ("in life and death, O Lord, with us abide"), to present a...

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...

Craig Courtney's adaptation of Psalm texts creates a quiet reflection of gratitude that gradually crescendos to an overwhelming outpouring of praise. An eloquent expression of thanksgiving for 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...

A new tune for a worthy hymn text! Craig Courtney's stately musical setting allows the various metaphors for Scripture to shine clearly in this anthem, suitable as a prayer for illumination or...

Mark Hayes transforms the pentatonicism of the traditional hymn tune into a murmuring atmospheric texture in piano and SATB voices. Newly written material adds interest and contrast, building to an...