Choral

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 simple yet stunning prayer for Christ's presence. A...

In his setting of Lynn DeShazo's song, Craig Courtney has captured the simplicity and accessibility of a beloved hymn and woven into it expressive nuances, including the lyrical, a cappella introduction with its compelling harmonies, which seamlessly...

Psalm 121 comes to life in this beautiful new setting which gently and confidently affirms the truth and beauty of the text.  It will enhance any service of worship and praise and is a substantial setting suitable for a concert centerpiece as well...

SATB - suitable for general worship Companion products (printed copies): Fairest Lord Jesus - Hayes - complete orchestration

An energetic, rhythmic arrangement of the perennial Easter favorite, ODE TO JOY. Scored for SATB choir, keyboard and optional trumpet.  Larson has taken a classic and has shaken it up just enough to add excitement while maintaining the integrity of...

SATB - Appropriate for Christmas services and concerts.  Lyrics by Rebekah Pringle.  A complete orchestration ( BP1824A) is available. Companion products (printed copies): A Cradle Carol - orchestration

This traditional Palm Sunday anthem gains in stature and power in this exciting arrangement. Voices and piano combine in alternating driving rhythm and surprising settled contrasts.

A competent SATB Choir and a capable pianist will love the challenge of this fresh, energetic setting of the Isaac Watts text to the tune of ELLACOMBE. The optional trumpet obbligato rounds out this powerful anthem which is perfect for any occasion of...

Lyrics by Susan Bentall Boersma.  A quiet, invitation to communion, a prayerful call to come to the table, and in the call is heard the whisper of our name. This anthem provides a poignant opportunity to experience the Lord’s Supper in a...

The ST CLEMENT tune, often associated with an evening hymn, is here paired with a fresh morning hymn of praise: "Hail, holy light! The world rejoices as morning breaks and shadows fly; all nature blends her myriad voices to greet the dayspring from on...

Lyrics by Rusty Edwards.  A choral statement recounting the attributes and deeds of the Savior. Set for SATB Choir and piano, this versatile anthem is suitable for any service of praise and worship and is within the range of the average church choir.

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 for me” make the piece a perfect choice for Good...

Lyrics by Norman J. Clayton.  A strong statement of faith: “My hope is in the Lord who gave Himself for me”, opens and closes this anthem and becomes the sure foundation upon which both the text and the accompaniment are built. It is...

A vigorous unison a cappella stanza establishes the early-American style before four-hand piano enters with its sparkling support. Joy abounds as the text speaks of our longing for our eternal home. For SATB voices and four-hand piano; effective for both...

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...

A steady and persistent "walking" piano accompaniment supports a new and gracefully arching melody for this hymn text, pulling it into the 21st century as it prays for a renewed and continued walk with the Savior.

SATB - Alternate texts for Palm Sunday, Easter and general worship for choir, organ, brass quartet and congregation. Companion products (digital downloads): Festival Anthem on ELLACOMBE - brass quartet parts - digital download Companion products...

  Digital download. Customers must purchase the full number of copies that will be used. Minimum order 5 copies. "Think on these things."  A contemplative setting available in three voicings (SATB, SSA and TTBB), which combines the...

The Beatitudes, Christ's eternal words in which He describes the character of the godly person, are encased in this gentle anthem by Craig Courtney.  Modest demands for the choir and the accompanist put this selection within reach of choirs of all...

Perfect for any service of celebration, this stirring “Gloria” is pure praise. This dramatic setting for SATB choir, piano, optional string quartet and percussion, is also available scored for TTBB and SSAA.  There is also an optional...

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...

A gentle, pensive new setting of the familiar carol lyrics, bringing a fresh focus on the text while incorporating a contemplative interlude constructed around the treasured original. A perfect addition to a Christmas Eve service of worship. Scored for...

No Good Friday service should be complete without this classic. A powerful development of the well-known Biblical text with a rich piano accompaniment.

A moving consideration of the cross which is both meditative and intensely personal in its application.  Score with an optional French Horn line, this anthem is well within the reach of the average church choir.  While it will be a powerful...

Surprise your congregation on Easter morning with this enthusiastic celebration of joy. The delightful PUER NOBIS tune is set with a compelling piano 4-hands and tambourine (BP1974A) accompaniment. Use it again with the alternate Advent text!  A...