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Beckenhorst welcomes Nancy Ruth Durance to our catalog with this setting of "Open my eyes that I may see". Gentle syncopations in piano and voices provide murmuring motion in a reverent and hopeful...

This a cappella setting of the familiar sacred text from the Sarum Primer provides a quiet personal reflection in Howard Helvey's elegant cathedral style. As always, careful attention to detail and...

This new music for the "O Little Town of Bethlehem" text moves from dark silence to bright hope and eventual abiding peace, as it traces the coming of Emmanuel. Optional cello part included in choral...

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...

This combination of the French carol, Lloyd Larson's eminently singable choral writing, and a touch of Coplandesque style, will provide much-needed energy and joy without extra rehearsal time...

Phil Wickham's tender setting of this carol is arranged here for choir by Molly Ijames. A gentle instrumental motif unifies the steady growth between stanzas, and optional alternate lyrics for...

Martin Gehring's vivid and profound text comes to life in this Craig Courtney setting, pondering creation, seeking justice, encouraging the weary, and joining the song that connects us to our Creator...

Christmas isn’t complete without a Forrest carol setting, and this new take on the familiar tune raises the bar yet again! From sparkling joy to layered "Gloria's" to moments of tender awe,...

Trevor Manor brings the ancient plainchant into the 21st century with lush harmonies beautiful lines. Intuitive meters are carefully crafted to make this setting clear and useable. A lovely...

Beckenhorst's Congregational Anthem series features choral anthems with easily-learned parts and significant congregational involvement, for accessible but powerful expressions of singing in worship...

Jay Althouse provides us with a sturdy, straightforward anthem with modest vocal demands.  It's words of devotion and adoration make it adaptable to the entire church year.

D. Elton Trueblood's fiery text states that one of the Holy Spirit's many roles is to shake us out of our complacency that we might see the needs of those around us.  Set to the early American...

Appalachian in flavor and suitable for general worship. Lyrics by Susan Bentall Boersma.  An alternate text for Pentecost is included. 2 violins, bass, mandolin or guitar and...

A classic in our catalog, this SATB arrangement is perfect for Pentecost or general use. 

The pivotal questions asked and answered in the book of Revelation form the backbone of this stirring anthem which artfully blends scriptural quotes with those found in “Worthy Is the...

This perennial staple of John Ness Beck's collection is set to the Welsh hymn-tune "Cwm Rhondda" by John Hughes, written in 1907. Rich and traditional, perfect for congregational singing, optional...

SATB - Suitable for Lenten or general worship.

The well-known hymn text set to a new melody, suitable for worship throughout the year.

An emphatic statement of faith in the resurrected Lord. Scored for SATB, organ, brass quartet and timpani, this anthem puts muscle into the widely used Easter greeting He is risen! and the response,...

Settings of pure scripture are always in demand and this setting of Psalm 57 reflects the excitement and exuberance of the psalmist’s words.  Relative brevity and youthful enthusiasm make...

Beginning with solo voice and choir, Howard Helvey leads us through a fresh arrangement of this favorite spiritual.  His unexpected harmonies, overlapping vocal phrases and a slow swing tempo...

A Nautical metaphor pertaining to our heavenward journey make this early American ballad particularly meaningful.  For SATB a cappella choir.

SATB - This anthem, originally composed for men’s chorus (BP1170), was one of John Ness Beck’s personal favorites among his own compositions.  The lyrics are based on an exquisite...

A simple, yet poignant tenor section soli opens this Shaker hymn arrangement. The simplicity of this piece adds to its effectiveness. It is truly a refreshing arrangment and speaks to a need we all...

SATB, oboe and string quartet - A beautifully lyric Psalm setting suitable for themes of repentance and devotion. Companion products (digital downloads): Psalm 1 - score and parts - digital download...