Choral

The power of a well-written lyric is evident in Douglas Wagner's piece for unison choir. The addition of handbells serves to enhance the text dedicated to servitude and praise. 

SATB secular anthem with lyrics by Christina Rosetti

With quotes from HYMN TO JOY in the accompaniment, Sue Farrar has crafted a 2-part anthem for children's choir perfect for any worship service. 

Although this anthem makes a wonderful statement of faith and purpose for your choir, the song metaphor speaks to the faith journey each of us experiences.  The sense of gratitude builds with each page of music, finally erupting ina mighty statement...

Daniel W. Whittle’s 19th century text comes to life in this powerful anthem. It contains a strong, clear challenge to the church today and will be an effective communicator of truth on any occasion. Scored for SATB, organ, and optional brass...

Charles Wesley’s immortal words set to a new, tender melody.   An SATB anthem appropriate for the Easter season and general worship.

A compelling new setting of the familiar prayer of St. Frances of Assisi, rich in nuance and depth of emotion. Scored for SATB choir, piano and optional string quartet. Also available for SSA(A) and TTBB. Companion products (digital downloads): Make Me...

Craig Courtney's setting of AURELIA uses text from I Peter and is arranged for SATB chorus. Appropriate for Reformation or general worship, it features an exuberate introduction, a rich a cappella setting of the traditional hymn, and concludes with the...

SATB - suitable for Communion or general worship

Written by John Ness Beck for SSAATB choir, the hymn tune SLANE features accompaniment by either wind band or orchestra. Companion products (printed copies): Variants on an Irish Hymn - band Variants on an Irish Hymn - orchestra

A global expression of exultation using English, Swahili, Spanish and the universal word, hosanna. This interesting piece is written so that any part can be sung by any section of the choir and the parts may be sung together in any combination. It is...

SATB - A tender yet stirring look at the gift of redemption, salvation and evangelization through the text by Isaac Watts written in 1707. This lovely setting for SATB Choir and Piano is easily accessible for the average church choir and is suitable for...

Edwin Hatch the lyricist, Robert Jackson the hymn writer and Lloyd Larson the arranger join forces to create this beautiful setting of Breathe on Me, Breath of God.  Although Pentecost is the logical choice for this selection, the quiet lyricism of...

The ethereal nature of the Samuel Francis Smith poem is perfectly paired with masterful text painting until the two become one in spirit and understanding. The move from earth to heaven is flawless. The music is deep; the text rich and profound. The...

One of the most-used Psalms in musical compositions, Caleb French’s setting stands alone. The 7/8 meter and use of tambourine bring the words alive in a new way. All of this stands in contrast to the middle section’s lyricism and exquisite...

Lloyd Larson's setting of this much-loved hymn boasts an unexpected addition: an alternate Last Supper/Communion text by George Briggs as wel as George Croly's well-known prayer to the Holy Spirit.  Appropriate for Pentecost, Maundy Thursday or...

SATB, spiritual, memorials or general use.  Also available for TTBB voices in the collection Spiritual Glory! Spiritual Glory!

A joyful song of praise in alternating triple and quadruple meter.  Perfect for general praise or as a choral introit.  Lyrics by Susan Bentall Boersma.

Syncopation and a rhythmic accompaniment help create a spirited anthem for children's choir/unison choir. 

The challenge in setting an old favorite like Charles Gabriel's beloved hymn is in balancing freshness with familiarity. Ralph Manuel accomplishes this by changing the opening of the hymn to minor mode and then proceeding as usual.  There are enough...

Deborah Govenor, one of the few composers that is equally gifted at writing lyrics and music, has given us a wonderful Pentecost anthem that names many of the attributes of the third Person of the Trinity: Flame, Fire, Comforter, Light, Peace, Presence...

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...

World peace and God's sovereignty are the themes of this lovely anthem written by first-time Beckenhorst composer, Larry Shackley.  In times of global unrest and strife such as the present, this selection takes on special significance.  With...

A tender arrangement of this chorale of conviction and resolve: “This truth remains unshaken.” Scored for SATB and piano, it is a strong statement of faith appropriate for any service of worship and particularly poignant for a service of...

SATB - Suitable for Lenten or general worship.