Choral

SATB  Give Thanks to God takes us through a typical day - morning, midday and evening, each with its own mood and activities - and shows us taht, no matter what the circumstances, we can choose to offer thanksgiving and praise.  You will hear...

Exuberant, joyful and uplifting are just a few of the adjectives that can be used to describe Jay Althouse’s new addition to the Beckenhorst Press catalog.  Syncopation and relative ease of vocal writing make this particularly apropos for...

John Ness Beck's beautfiul choral selection for SSATB choir features a text perfect for any general worship service.  Companion products: SSA-John Ness Beck Meditation (The Quiet Heart) handbell

An uplifting and empowering piece by John Ness Beck featuring text from I Corinthians, Romans 5, and the hymn-tune LANCASHIRE. The congregation participation, brass quartet, timpani, and stirring organ accompaniment add another layer of joyous melodies...

A stirring arrangement of the well-known hymn (ALL IS WELL) including a thoughtful new setting of verse three. Arranged for SATB with piano, brass and percussion. Companion products (digital downloads): Renew Your Church - full score and parts - digital...

Winner of Honorable Mention in the 2020 King's Singers New Music Prize, Marianne Forman's sparkling music sets James Weldon Johnson's text about singing through adversity: "...and if the way grows darker still, shadowed by Sorrow's somber wingwith...

This spirited, rhythmic call to worship and praise with text based on Psalm 98, is suitable for any occasion, and is sure to become a favorite of choir and congregation alike. Scored for SATB Choir and piano, it is also available for SSA and TTBB. Clap...

A reflective anthem suitable for general worship.  SATB  Lyrics by Herb Frombach.

SATB - A contemporary setting of the beloved hymn with brass and percussion (BP1785A).  A full performance/accomapniment compact disc (BP1785CD) is available. Companion products (digital downloads): Mighty Fortress - brass quintet and...

This beautiful new setting of the Fanny Crosby favorite, “Blessed Assurance” offers a new perspective on the familiar hymn. Scored for SATB choir, the optional violin. or C-instrument (part included in the octavo) obbligato and flowing...

Beautiful in its simplicity, this SATB and piano setting, with its rich harmonies and relaxed style, speaks both comfort and hope. Well within the range of the average church choir and also available for TTBB choir in the collection GLORY! (CC2)

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

John Ness Beck setting of the hymn-tune NEED for SATB choir. Appropriate for the Lenten season. 

This 2-part piece features a playful accompaniment part and retells the story of Noah and the Ark. Written by Mary Kay Beall and Suzanne Patterson.

John Ness Beck, SATB, 1197, archive edition, SOIUTHWELL

A lovely, powerful, classic Beckenhorst anthem for Pentecost Sunday. The a cappella texture will challenge your choir but the part-writing is well worth the work. The results are stunning. 

The traditional American melody has been given new life in this anthem by Lloyd Larson. Following a traditional introduction, the part-writing is transformed into a relaxed triple meter feel with a bluesy piano accompaniment. 

SATB - appropriate for Thanksgiving and general use.  Craig Curry has taken the beloved text of Folliott S. Pierpont and set it to an exquisite, new melody.   As always, his pianistic abilities come to the fore, beginning the anthem simply...

A gentle back-and-forth rhythm, reminiscent of a weaver working a loom, paints a picture of the weaving of a life of loving and faithful service. This graceful SATB setting for choir and piano is accessible for even a small choir and will be perfect on...

Inspired by Habakkuk 3:19, we are led through the wonders of nature as we follow the path God has chosen for us, a path filled with grace.  Coupled with a wonderfully singable melody, these words will have a unique impact on your choir and...

A neo-cleassical setting of Psalm 51, expressing our need for forgiveness and spiritual cleansing before a holy God.  Comfortable ranges and rich four-part writing make this an exellent choice for choirs of any size.

Close your eyes and allow this evocative anthem to carry you through the wonder and beauty of nature, all of which confront us with the goodness and lovingkindness of God.  The rich imagery of the text and the delicate Saite-like musical setting...

SATB - An original composition based on I Timothy 1:17 that precedes the hymn ST. DENIO.   Solo trumpet (BP1827A) and congregation add to the celebratory effect of the anthem. Companion products (digital downloads): Immortal, Invisible -...

The surprise entry of the four-hand accompaniment following the a cappella opening sets the stage for continuous dynamic excitement as the anthem builds in intensity with every “Glory, Hallelujah!” Now available in SATB, SSAA and TTBB...

A spirited declaration of praise based on the text of Psalm 103. Optional parts for violins, mandolin/guitar and bass (BP1872A) as well as a full performance accompaniment compact disc (BP1872CD) are available.  Lyrics by Susan Bentall...