Choral

The first movement of Craig Courtney’s trilogy, Divine Encounter, is a song in which God invites us to receive His bounty. The first verse of Isiah 55 is expressed as a celebration rather than the meditative, lyric manner found in most settings. In...

An outstanding S(S)ATB anthem featuring a brass quartet and congregation participation. Mr. Courtney has taken the well known tune of TIDINGS (from Luke 10, Romans 10) and transformed it into a majestic, challenging anthem for your adult choir. ...

Lyrics by Susan Bentall Boersma.  This anthem is a strong statement of faith expressed in an outpouring of praise for our unchanging, steadfast God, as illustrated by a comparison of God’s provisions for the people of Israel in the Old...

A gentle piano accompaniment flows under a thoughtful text based on Psalm 65, gradually building in strength to support the strong reassurance that our prayers are raised to a God who hears. Scored for SATB choir and piano.  Lyrics by Eileen Berry.

SATB, folk hymn, All Saints' or general use.  Available in TTBB voicing in the collection Saints Bound for Heaven.  Also available for SSA in the collection SSA-Howard Helvey. Companion products: Saints Bound for Heaven TTBB collection SSA...

D. Elton Trueblood's fiery text states that one of the Holy Spirit's many roles is to shake us out of our complacency that we might see the needs of those around us.  Set to the early American tune JEFFERSON and arranged in strong modal harmonies,...

This rhythmic and festive piece tells the story of Christ's notable "days" and is suitable for the Easter season, Transfiguration, Ascension or Christ the King Sunday.  Also available in SSA voicing in  the collection "SSA Craig Courtney". SSA...

A somber statement of the first stanza of Christ Arose may begin this Easter medley but the refrain introduces a complete change of mood that remains until the mighty conclusion.  Each hymn is harmonized and orchestrated as only Mark Hayes can...

Appropriate for All Saint's and general worship. Companion products: Saints Bound for Heaven TTBB collection

Many will be the times that this anthem blesses and enriches a service of worship. This lovely new setting for SATB Choir and Piano is strong and resolute while at the same time tender and submissive. Use it often.

SATB - Sicut Locutus from Bach’s Magnificat with a resurrection text making it perfect for Easter day.  Optional cello and bass parts are included in the octavo

Joy isn’t always expressed in major keys as evidenced in this minor mode song of victory. Major tonality is explored in a full statement of LLANFAIR before returning to Lloyd Larson’s original melody. Choral parts are easily learned, making...

Amid many settings of Christ's prayer, this new setting stands out for its artfulness without unnecessary difficulty. Careful voiceleading and accompaniment will guide your choir in this through-composed setting from its gentle opening to its dramatic...

Howard Helvey provides the Beckenhorst Press catalog with another Yuletide arrangement involving 4-hand accompaniment in this sparkling setting of the Sussex Carol.  Like it's predecessors, Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing Day and Joseph Dearest, Joseph...

Fitting for general worship with piano, brass and timpani accompaniment (BP1750A).  Lyrics by Fred Pratt Green. Companion products (digital downloads): When in Our Music God Is Glorified - score and instrumental parts - digital download Companion...

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...

Built on selected text from the well-known hymn, “Be Still My Soul”, this anthem, scored for SATB choir, is suitable for any occasion. The gentle, flowing keyboard accompaniment beautifully complements the comfort and reassurance of the text.

A rhytmic and showy SATB anthem suitable for Communion, Lent or Maundy Thursday.  Lyrics by Joel Nagy

Featuring winds, brass and percussion (BP1814A) and suitable for Palm Sunday and general worship.  An accompaniment compact disc (BP1814CD) is available. SATB - Lyrics by Susan Bental Boersma. Companion products (digital downloads): ...

This short but soaring Amen can be sung a cappella or accompanied with the included simple piano part. Try it as a benediction, a choral reflection, or as a short farewell to close a sacred concert. Composers Note "I’ve always loved choral pieces...

Obedience, discipleship and commitment are the themes of this lesser-known spiritual.  The mood of the anthem - austere, languid and plaintive - is perfect for the Lenten season and the reference to Jesus' return to heaven certainly makes it...

A regal anthem useful for Easter, Ascension and Christ the King.  A full score and parts (BP1498A) and parts for a 4-5 octave handbell choir (BP1498B) and brass sextet are available. Companion products (digital downloads): Hark, Ten Thousand Harps...

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...

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...

A passionate and delicate new setting of the Philip Bliss text THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD IS JESUS written for SATB choir and piano. While suitable for any celebration of worship, this would be a wonderful addition to your Christmas Eve service.