Choral

A classic John Beck setting of Isaiah 55. Following a haunting and chant-like opening, the piece erupts into a glorious proclamation of God's word. Suffice it to say, your choral library will not have another piece quite like this one. 

This rhythmic SAB anthem will have the listener tapping their toes. For the choir, the various rhytmic motives combine to form a very accessible piece with text based on Psalm 38:20 and 92:1,2

SATB - Joey Hoelscher gives us a hauntingly beautiful setting of Bob Kauflin’s “O Great God” for choir, keyboard  and optional violin and pennywhistle (or C instrument). A powerful prayer with words adapted from “The Valley...

A traditional African-American spiritual comes alive in an exciting setting for SATB and piano. Written for the Southern Chorale of the University of Southern Mississippi to be sung in a benefit concert in Carnegie Hall following the devastation of...

A beautiful setting of Psalm 33:20,21 in a classical style by Joan Pinkston. Suitable for general worship

Lyrics quoted from the Isaac Watts text “From All That Dwell Below the Skies” provide the foundation for this delightful anthem of praise. The artful weaving of “alleluias” paints a clear picture of perpetual praise which will...

SATB  This extended octavo combines two of Craig Courtney’s most successful carol arrangements, Silent Night (BP1366) and O Holy Night (BP1332), either of which may be sung separately or together as a medley.  In addition, two...

John Ness Beck displays his mastery in creating multiple musical textures as a means to evoke both celebratory and reflective moods. The addition of the brass, organ, and timpani lift the message of the voices to a new level and the climax of the piece...

Suitable for Lent, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday or the Easter season this SATB anthem features lyrics by Beverly Easterling and music by Mark Hayes. The changes in texture and tonality add interest and accessibility for all varieties of church choirs...

This beautiful SATB arrangement of the traditional spiritual is both restful and intense as peace, love and joy ebb and flow from river to ocean, to fountain and back again. It is now available for SSAA Choir and Piano and for TTBB Choir and Piano. ...

The original American Folk melody takes on new significance in this stunning, deeply moving arrangement. The aching beauty in the persistent power of the promise in the text resolves in settled conviction in the final statement. It will leave the...

Scriptural text and music combine in a tender yet insistent pleading of the Savior to “come” and find rest in Him. The rich and warm accompaniment is enhanced with a beautiful solo cello line (included). This wonderful anthem is now available...

Howard Helvey provides the Beckenhorst Press catalog with another Yuletide TTBB 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,...

SATB  Has a youthful exuberance.  Based on J. Paul Williams' interpretation of Psalm 42.  Youth or adult choir.  Brass sextet parts (BP1444A) are available. Companion products (digital downloads: With a Voice of Joy - brass sextet...

This simple, highly effective prayer to the Holy Spirit uses metaphors of nature to demonstrate the transforming power of God in our lives, making its suitability extend beyond Pentecost.  Easily learned. SATB  Lyrics by Mary Kay Beall. 

This powerful TTBB  a cappella arrangement will bring every crowd to its feet. Keep it at the ready for any occasion when the National Anthem could and should be sung. Also available SSAA. Available in other voicings: The Star-Spangled Banner...

This haunting rendition of the beloved hymn tune VENI EMMANUEL features an extended introduction and various interludes featuing open SATB harmonies and a memorable interplay between a flute and oboe. A very effective way to begin your advent season.

The powerful SATB setting of the classic carol has now been arranged for SSAA choir with piano 4-hands and optional string quartet or orchestral accompaniment.  The strong, legato chorus is driven by the marcato accompaniment to a magnificent...

One of John Beck’s most popular SATB anthems. It combines Bach’s Jesu Joy of Man’s Desiring with the hymn Blessed Assurance.  A "must own" for any church musician. Suitable for general worship.

Beginning with a bass ostinato and staccato eighth notes, this four-hand accompaniment has a growing tension that never ceases until the final note. It is, however, J. M. C. Crum's use of wheat as a metaphor for Christ's death and resurrection that sets...

Jazz harmonies and a vocal solo give new interest and life to the well-loved Robert Lowry folk hymn in this fresh setting by David Lantz. Smooth voice-leading means your church or community choir can focus on nuances of text and phrasing for meaningful...

A setting of the 15th century German carol, beautiful in its simplicity, scored for SATB choir and organ or piano.  It can be enhanced by the addition of a string quartet or string orchestra. Companion products (digital downloads): A Spotless Rose...

As Christ came to fulfill the promises foretold by prophets, so He will come again tobring everlasting peace and joy.  That advent message is sung to a hauntingly modal melody and a madrigal-like chorus, supported by a feathery-light keyboard...

Are you looking for a light, fun carol arrangement to balance out all those lyric Christmas anthems in your library?  Consider this new setting by Craig Courtney written in the style of a sprightly madrigal. This a cappella setting boasts...

Mark Hayes best-selling anthem in the Beckenhorst catalog set for SATB (BP1402), SSAA (BP1598) and TTBB BP1599).  An orchestration for all three voicings is also available (BP1402A). Companion products (digital downloads): Grace - accompaniment...