A beautiful arrangement of the traditional Austrian Carol, “As Lately We Watched”. This gently flowing carol broadens on verse three, offering an opportunity to pull out all of the stops before  a poignant a cappella ending.  An...

SATB - Appropriate for Christmas services and concerts.  A full orchestral accompaniment (BP1791A) is available. Companion products (digital downloads): Carol of Joy - orchestral accompaniment - digital download Companion products (printed...

Driving rhythms in the keyboard, an exquisite Fanny Crosby text of praise and trust, and a newly composed melody with O God Our Help in Ages Past in the final verse make this an appealing anthem. Appropriate for Easter and general service  

Colossians 3, general use, unity, handbells Companion products (digital downloads): Canticle of Fellowship - handbell part - digital download Companion products (printed copies): Canticle of Fellowship - handbell 

SATB anthem.  Best selling octavo.  Appropriate for Transfiguration and general worship.  Also available for SAB voicing in the collection Small But Mighty II. Also available in other voicings: Small but Mighty II

An etherial piano motive and beautiful part writing for SATB choir create a powerful anthem perfect for any general worship service. As the piece comes full circle and reaches a powerful climax, the listener is left with the message "I cannot but rejoice...

There are many occasions when we wish to express gratitude for those people in our lives who have embodied the love of Christ.  You will find this simple, sincere octavo suitable for Mother's Day, Father's Day, ordination or retirement of a pastor,...

For the last several years, Lloyd Larson has provided us with a Lenten anthem which begins with newly composed material and ends with a well-known hymn.   Now Mr. Larson has taken the timeless words of Isaiah 53, set them with pathos and drama...

The words of Pamela Martin lead us through three scenes centered around the Upper Room. In the first scene, we find the Savior washing the disciples' feet and serving them the meal that foreshadows the cross. In the second scene, we gaze from the Upper...

Perhaps the complexity of modern life encourages current composers to write music that harkens back to the simplicity of early America.  Pepper Choplin’s Deep Waters does just that in his a cappella composition based on the fifth chapter of...

Like a musical sunrise, this anthem begins with the dark, somber strains of "O Sons and Daughter of the King" and then explodes in a mighty statement of "The Strife Is O'er."  An unexpectedly prayerful, a cappella rendition of "Thine Is The Glory"...

SATB with optional brass sextet (BP1153A) Companion products (digital downloads): Psalm 46 - brass sextet - digital download Companion products (printed copies): Psalm 46 brass sextet  Related titles in A Festival of Psalms series: A Festival...

Are you looking for a light, fun carol arrangement to balance out all those lyric Christmas anthems in your library?  Consider this new setting by Craig Courtney written in the style of a sprightly madrigal. This a cappella setting boasts...

Here is a hymn classic beautifully set in an elegant new form using a carefully crafted contrasting section for the even-numbered verses.  A lyrical clarinet/piano motif is established as an equal partner with the choir.  This will be a...

Digital download. Customers must purchase the full number of copies that will be used. Minimum order 5 copies.  For printed product, click here. The dramatic details of the formation of the natal star are musically depicted by composer Craig...

This adaptation of a beloved classic is full of glory and majesty, from the dramatic opening measures to the final refrain with descant. A wonderful opportunity for an SATB choir and the congregation to join forces with a small ensemble or full orchestra...

A tender and personal text about the ministry of the Holy Spirit delivers assurance and hope when it is brought to life in this composition, rich with supporting musical imagery. The contrasts between the lyricism of Johanna Anderson, a somewhat marcato...

A stunning SATB choir and piano 4-hands setting of the George Herbert/Ralph Vaughan Williams classic, transcribed and edited by Craig Courtney. The brilliant accompaniment adds to the overall impact of this wonderful piece. Particularly effective as a...

Craig Courtney plumbs the depths of Christina Rosetti poetry to craft this challenging and thought-provoking musical setting. Wonderful anytime of the year, but particularly during the Lenten season.

A musical portrayal of a quiet voice of faith, praise and hope in the midst of suffering and tragedy for 8-part a cappella choir.  Also available for TTBB (BP1966) Also available in other voicings: Ukrainian Alleluia TTBB

This rich, fresh rendition of the familiar hymn ends with a poignant, seldom-heard verse. Arranged by Bruce Stevenson and edited by Craig Courtney, this lovely piece is scored for  choir and piano. An optional cello part (BP1890A) is available...

One of the repertoires most beautiful spirituals, Give Me Jesus expresses the all-sufficiency of Christ in everything that life brings us.  Mr. Courtney's setting captures the simplicity of the melody by constantly varying the pianistic textures...

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 cost of discipleship.  This anthem is especially...

The solo organ introduction is the only nod to ‘traditional’ in this breathtaking new setting of the Charles Wesley text, “Christ the Lord is Risen Today.” Scored for SATB Choir and Piano with optional Organ and Tambourine. ...

Free vocal lines, beautifully arched phrases and an uncluttered accompaniment combine to create this gentle setting of Psalm 121.  Don’t overlook the fact that this lovely selection is effective as a benediction as well as a mid-service...