Choral

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. Erik Dewar and Dan Forrest have collaborated on this...

“Where charity and love prevail, there God is ever found.” This English translation of Ubi Caritas is tenderly set to the RESIGNATION hymn tune, resulting in a simple but deeply moving prayer for peace and unity: “let strife among us be unknown, let all...

A haunting and soulful treatment of the well-known spiritual. The choral writing is refined yet simple, and instrumental echoes of "Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child" add further depth of expression. Optional instrumental solo (cello, violin, or...

This beautiful setting of the familiar SOFTLY AND TENDERLY is full of rich, pleading solo melody supported by warm, stirring choral development. Scored for SATB choir and piano with full score and parts for small string ensemble and oboe available for...

A versatile arrangement of the beloved hymn, written for 2-part choir to be sung by treble choir or adult mixed choir and congregation.  Scored for flute, cello, handbells (the 2-4 octave handbell part is included in the octavo) and piano or harp...

A fresh setting of the beloved hymn with unique treatments of the refrain, Tom Trenney's rich textures and harmonies bring the text alive in a new way for your choir and congregation. Optional obbligato part included in the choral octavo; optional organ...

Written in 1923, Great Is Thy Faithfulness, by William Runyon and Thomas Chisholm, has become one of the most-sung and loved hymns in churches around the world.   In this new arrangement, Craig Courtney approaches the hymn in the style of...

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 force whose function equals the choir.  In addition,...

A tender prayer to the God of all comfort that He who sees and cares for each sparrow will lovingly care for us, His own children. Lyrics by Jonathan Cook.  The flute or violin part is included in the octavo.

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 general worship. Optional congregation (reproducible hymn...

A beautifully refined setting of words from Psalm 139, Molly Ijames' expressive work is both soul-searching and deeply comforting. "Your hands have woven me together, I am known...where can I go, except to You, Lord, You alone; you are there." Optional...

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 Companion products (printed copies): Psalm 1 - score...

Lyrics by Susan Bentall Boersma.  This tender prayer, suitable for a time of contemplation and petition in any worship service, is especially appropriate for Pentecost. Beautifully set for SATB Choir and piano, it is further enhanced by an optional...

SATB with optional flute in the octavo.  Lyrics by Pamela Martin.  Appropriate for Communion and Thanksgiving.  Also available for SAB voicing in the collection Small But Mighty II. COMPANION PRODUCTS Sacred Solos of Craig Courtney Volume...

A compelling affirmation of our worth in the eyes of our Creator, giving voice to those with special needs and those who love actively and selflessly. The evocative piano accompaniment creates a thoughtful foundation for the haunting melody and combines...

Ubi Caritas et amor, Deus ibi est – Where charity and love are, there God is. The love of Christ has gathered us into one flock. Let us exult and in Him be joyful. Let us fear and let us love the living God. And from a sincere heart let us love...

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.   Companion products (digital copies): Here I Am, Lord -...

Suitable for general worship.  Lyrics by Herb Frombach.  An optional flute part (BP1753A) is available. Companion products (digital downloads): Living Water of Life - flute part - digital download Companion products (printed copies): Living...

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...

An exciting setting of Psalm 118:24, ready to use for any occasion. Scored for SAB choir, keyboard, winds, brass and percussion. A full performance accompaniment CD (BP1442CD) is available as well as an alternate SATB setting (BP1442). Companion products...

Charles Wesley’s well-known words set to the hymntune BEACH SPRING.  A full score, 2 flutes, oboe, horn, 3 trumpets, 2 trombones, tuba and percussion parts, as well an accompaniment/full performance compact disc, are available. Companion...

Appropriate for general worship with piano and optional oboe (or clarinet) accompaniment, included in the octavo.

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

A lyric SATB anthem concerning the unity of the Body of Christ. Oboe or flute part included in the octavo 

This energetic 12/8 setting keeps feet tapping without losing any of the power and majesty of the original setting which is quoted within the body of the piece. Score and parts for flute, trumpet, horn and percussion or full orchestra are available as...