Choral

An anthem of comfort appropriate for the entire church year.

The use of lydian mode, hemiola, two contrasting melodies that occur simultaneously at the end of the piece and a vibrant accompaniment make this selection stand out as a truly unique Palm Sunday anthem

Great Palm Sunday anthem that can be learned with a minimum of rehearsal time.  This stately anthem's text by Reginald Heber is general enough to be used throughout the litugical year, but it's stately tempo lends itself perfectly to a Palm...

NEW: A Virtual Choir Kit is now available for this piece. SATB voices and piano combine in floating melodic lines and resonant harmonies, lending an ethereal quality to this delightful piece in the new Beckenhorst Press Concert Series...

Based on the 91st Psalm, this anthem beckons us away from life's anxiety and turmoil to the safety and solitude of God's presence.  The image of the free, soaring bird is embodied in the flute's phrases that are woven throughout the choir's simple...

A pastoral setting of a favorite early American hymn tune. Appropriate for General use or Good Shepherd Sunday. 

An 1837 poem by Scottish poet Robert Murray McCheyne, beautifully set to the tune REDHEAD. There is quiet strength in the simplicity of style and in the persistent contemplation of the value of God’s great and perfect gifts. Easily accessible by...

Discover the appeal of the first of Howard Helvey’s 4-hand-accompanied carol settings.  An orchestral accompaniment (BP1509A) is available. A TTBB arrangement (BP1678) is also available. Companion products (printed copies): Tomorrow...

Lyrics by Herb Frombach.  The urgency of Advent is felt from the very opening notes of this fervent prayer set for SATB a cappella choir. This anthem is suitable for any service of worship during Advent and beyond.

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...

Few biblical texts have achieved the kind of renown that the third chapter of Ecclesiastes has.  The rhapsodic nature of the music and the recurring statement of the title words lend a poignancy to this lovely anthem.  Suitable for...

A rich text by Frederick Brodie MacNutt set to the composer’s original hymn tune, TUPELO and scored for SATB Choir and Organ. A marvelous festival setting, perfect for Easter Sunday and a wonderful addition to any time of worship and praise.

An a cappella SSAATTBB arrangement of this delightful carol. A spectacular program piece for the college/university choir or an exciting challenge for the capable church choir.

Sing with the pilgrims on their way to Jerusalem. This joyful anthem with optional 3 octave handbell accompaniment (BP1874A) will bring new life to your Palm Sunday worship. Companion products (digital downloads: Everyone, Sing to the King! -...

An exciting SATB setting with a strong, rhythmic accompaniment, offering a wonderful opportunity for a strong soloist. Based on the Isaiah 52:8-10 prophesy.  Suitable for any occasion, but particularly effective for Advent.   Also...

Philip Young's SATB anthem is arragned here for memorial/funeral services and features a brass quintet. Companion products (digital downloads): Swing Low, Sweet Chariot - brass - digital download Companion products (printed copies): Swing Low, Sweet...

An SATB piece written by Craig Courtney that is suitable for any general worship use.

A solid proclamation of the truth of Psalm 90. This strong anthem of praise is scored for SATB choir and piano and is  suitable for Thanksgiving or general worship. The lilting melody will keep you humming for days. A  powerful ending gives it...

A fresh, new setting of the familiar hymn celebrating the cleansing blood of the Savior. A gentle proclamation of faith building in strength to “I’ll sing Thy power to save!” Useful throughout the church calendar year.

An a cappella anthem appropriate for the Christmas season. The charming melody and narrative text combine to form a selection that will be the highlight of your Christmas celebration. 

A text of devotion and praise joined with a simple melody of heartfelt adoration.

A tender petition to the crucified Savior to allow us to participate in His suffering.  Enhanced by selected text from the Bach PASSION CHORALE, set to the gentle lilt of the Irish folk song Down By Sally Gardens and beautifully arranged by David...

In this beautifully lyric anthem, Mark Hayes has provided us with a new melody set to Charles Wesley’s beloved text.  Set in a major key rather than the minor key of the hymntune, ABERYSWYTH, Mr. Hayes achieves a suspended, almost dreamy mood...

This Christmas medley contains both tunes of Away in a Manger (MUELLER and CRADLE SONG), Scheidt's O Jesulein Suss and Infant Holy, Infant Lowly.  The glue that holds all this together is a hauting lullaby theme that emerges throughout the anthem,...

A joyful setting of the treasured Fanny Crosby hymn to the tune BEACH SPRING, set for SATB Choir and Piano. The gentle rhythm moves us forward and the creative interludes offer a musical picture of the joy of the journey and the confidence in the Leader...