Choral

Suitable for Christmas and for SA(T)B, piano (or optional harp), optional violin (BP1575A) and handbells (BP1575B).   Companion products (digital downloads): The Snow Lay on the Ground - violin part - digital download The Snow Lay on...

From the first notes of solo introduction, this beautiful lullaby grants us access to the scene in the stable on that first Christmas night. Text from the traditional Welsh carol provides a subtle reference to the holiness of the child as contrasted with...

The beloved Southern Folk Hymn finds new life in this rich devotional setting, arranged for SATB Choir and Piano with optional Violin or Flute. The timely text reminds us that God hears our lament and answers with his presence even in the dark of...

An S(S)ATB anthem by Craig Courtney for the intermediate to advanced ensemble. 

NEW: A Virtual Choir Kit is now available for this piece, with Dr. Andre Thomas conducting. A strong, resolute setting of the familiar civil rights “marching song” vividly calls to mind the images which add depth of meaning...

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...

This wonderful arrangement of the old gospel favorite by Albert E. Bramley will both please and delight your congregation. A challenging, exciting yet accessible 4-hand accompaniment will be a great treat for your more accomplished musicians and will...

Listen to the oil flowing through both the melody and the harmony of this poetic telling of the story of the woman and the alabaster jar. This piece, scored for SATB Choir, Piano and Cello (part included in the octavo), is an opportunity to remember and...

Breath of God (Movement 4 of TRINITY: Our God of Hope and Help) creates a mysterious modal soundworld asking for the Spirit’s presence. This mystery then gives way to music of comfort and assurance of the Spirit before returning to the mystery of...

Gloria (Movement 5 of TRINITY: Our God of Hope and Help) is an exuberant dance of praise exalting Father, Son, and Spirit, and quoting O God Our Help In Ages Past (with eventual congregational involvement as the Gloria dance continues alongside it). Your...

One Jehovah (movement 1 of TRINITY: Our God of Hope and Help) is a reverent but tender hymn exalting Father, Son, and Spirit and praying for God’s presence and help. Optional vocal solos provide a sense of personal meaning and expressive...

Kyle Pederson's simple yet heartfelt new melody for this traditional Irish blessing will resonate with your choir as well as your audience. Additional text by the composer adds depth to the already-lovely text: "May you know grace and mercy; may you...

Once again, Deborah Govenor demonstrates her ability to write material suitable for youth and adult choirs.  Vocal demands are modest yet interesting through the use of canon and descant.  The words based on the Psalms are suitable for general...

SATB, best selling anthem, appropiriate for general use.  Psalm 127.  Also available for SAB voicing in the collection Small But Mighty II. Companion products: Small but Mighty II

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...

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...

A treasured Advent hymn is reborn in this haunting setting, now available for SSAA chorus with piano and optional cello. The integrity and strength of the text is beautifully developed, moving steadily to its compelling conclusion. Note: Cello part for...

The familiar Christmas Eve story is told in a new way with a lilting melody, delicate accompaniment and oboe or optional C instrument (included in the octavo). This anthem provides a fresh look at the manger scene set against the backdrop of the angel...

Scored for SATB choir and keyboard with optional trumpet, this strong anthem of praise is suitable for any service of praise and worship and is within the reach of an average church choir.  Optional trumpet part is included in the octavo.

2-Part - We introduce you to Mr. Courtney’s anthem based on Psalms 145 and 150.   This number, which also contains a modal setting of the doxology text, can be done with any 2-part choir or, by using the alternate voicing indications,...

Based on an early American tune - A Gift to be Simple.  Appropriate for Thanksgiving.  Also available for SAB voices in the collection Small but Mighty. Small but Mighty  

This waltz-like Christmas anthem is perfect for the opening of your Christmas service or church concert. 

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...

This poignant arrangement of the beloved hymn is both delicate and strong, the rich keyboard accompaniment steadily growing in intensity as the textual resolve increases. An SATB setting appropriate for any occasion.

This perennial staple of John Ness Beck's collection is set to the Welsh hymn-tune "Cwm Rhondda" by John Hughes, written in 1907. Rich and traditional, perfect for congregational singing, optional complimentary parts include a brass sextet accompaniment...