Beckenhorst Press

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...

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

The classic Lenten work by Carl Heinrich Graun, edited and arranged by Tom Fettke featuring text from Isaiah 53:3

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

A tender prayer-song suitable for any time of confession and supplication, but especially appropriate for the Lenten season. A quiet intensity invites us to share the intimacy of the moment. Scored...

Craig Courtney takes us on a powerful musical journey using the strong text of the familiar hymn set to the modal melody of the Sacred Harp tune LOVINGKINDNESS. Experience this hymn in an entirely...

This simple anthem, using the Christina Rosettii poem, proclaims the unique person and work of Christ and, due to its references to humankind's limitations and spiritual poverty, it is...

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

John Ness Beck has taken the book of John and adapted it into a charming SATB anthem appropriarte for general use, Lent and Holy Communion.  

A fresh, new setting of the familiar hymn celebrating the cleansing blood of the Savior. A gentle proclamation of faith building in strength to “I’ll sing Thy power to save!” Useful...

Experience the weight of both Gethsemane and Calvary in this poignant anthem suitable for Maundy Thursday or Good Friday. A keyboard interlude incorporating “Ah, Holy Jesus” gives the...

Worshippers will be thrilled by this stunning arrangement of the classic hymn. Its intensity builds persistently to the final declaration: “Tell how Christ, the world’s Redeemer as a...

Familiar words and a new refrain in a fresh, free setting. This powerful piece will quickly become a favorite. The final words of the refrain: “The Son of God, the righteous One is crucified...

Dedicated to the victims of hurricane Katrina, its penitential message works well for Lent, Ash Wednesday and Communion.  Lyrics by Pamela Martin

German Lieder from the early Romantic period come to mind in this classical setting of a favorite hymn.  As you will hear in the recording, the violin is not so much an adornment as a musical...

An exquisite setting of the poignant prayer/poem by John Donne, especially appropriate at Lent or at any time of general worship.  This SATB unaccompanied setting is based on the composer's...

A new setting of the John Grape hymn.  Elvina Hall's text of the cross makes this a wonderful choice for Lent, although can be sung throughout the year because of the centrality of its doctrine...

This beautiful new setting combines a gentle pleading with a strong reassurance in a poignant combination of a cappella and accompanied phrases set for SATB Choir, Piano and optional String Quartet...

A tranquil, flowing accompaniment builds in intensity as the power of the beloved John 3:16 text unfolds. This beautiful anthem, scored for SATB Choir and Piano, is perfect for any time, any place...

A beautiful new setting, perfectly matched to the text, scored for solo and a cappella choir with a memorable melody. It will soon be a favorite of choir and congregation alike. While perfectly...

A thoughtful, tender piano accompaniment beautifully paints the text which alternates between intense pleading and confident reassurance.Scored for SATB Choir and Piano with optional solo and well...

Listen to the oil flowing through both the melody and the harmony of this poetic telling of the story of the woman and the alabaster jar. This piece, scored for SATB Choir, Piano and Cello (part...

The beloved Southern Folk Hymn finds new life in this rich devotional setting, arranged for SATB Choir and Piano with optional Violin or Flute. The timely text reminds us that God hears our...

A time-honored favorite comes to life in a brand new way in this rich new arrangement of the well-known and beloved hymn by Charlotte Elliott. It brims with earnest dedication as it moves from...

A prayer text from The Book of Common Prayer, as timely today as when it was originally penned in 1662, is particularly engaging in this relaxed and soulful gospel setting. The composer offers...