Choral

SATB  Give Thanks to God takes us through a typical day - morning, midday and evening, each with its own mood and activities - and shows us taht, no matter what the circumstances, we can choose to offer thanksgiving and praise.  You will hear...

Each verse, filled with questions concerning the order and design of creation, bursts into a chorus of praise to the God who not only shows His power but also His love for us.

John Carter has captured the spirit of the Lenten season with this SATB spiritual featuring text from Isaiah 53:7.

Contrast is the distinctive quality of this joyful anthem.  Smooth, legato vocal phrases are supported by a percussive, angular accompaniment with displaced accents and unexpected rests.  The invitational aspect of Psalm 95 makes this a perfect...

The first two verses of Psalm 125 set the stage for a new setting of Fanny Crosby's sacred text, Thus Far, an expression of our trust in God's leading.  This stately anthem is perfect for a new sanctuary, a church anniversary or the installation of...

Reminiscent of a sea-chanty or traditional folk-song, this anthem is perfectly suited for children's choir. The simple part-writing, conservative ranges, and charming melody will make it a hit with your young singers. 

Your congregation will sit up and take notice when you celebrate Easter as never before with this fresh look at Resurrection Day. Scored for SATB choir, piano and optional rhythm section, this joyful/soulful gospel rock composition captures the joy of...

A sweet, sincere anthem of the Shepherd's care.  The lyrics, meldy and flowing accompaniment have a simplicity and purity that reaches the wandering lamb in each of us.  Appropriate for Good Shepherd Sunday or services with themes of trust,...

In the slow, somber opening of this anthem, we follow grief-stricken women to the tomb where they hear the angel's words of comfort and hope. As those words are sung, the music gradually builds in excitement until the choir breaks into a joyful chorus...

This well-known spiritual speaks of a Savior who has been tempted and who has suffered in the same ways in which we have.  Because of that, He can understand our own struggles and trials.   Mr. Helvey has chosen a slow blues style to...

Bring a statement of faith to life on Reformation Day or during any other celebration of worship with this strong setting of the Thomas Lynch (1818-1871) text blended with the familiar HOW FIRM A FOUNDATION. Written for SATB choir, 2 flutes and...

Our Rock, our Redeemer, Elohim, All Glorious - just a few of the names of God found in this sprightly SATB anthem.  This will find special appeal to youth choirs due to its modest vocal demands, swaying alternation between 3/4 and 6/8 meter. ...

The beloved words of Folliot S. Pierpoint  set to a new melody.  Particularly suitable for the Thanksgiving season.

SATB - An original composition based on I Timothy 1:17 that precedes the hymn ST. DENIO.   Solo trumpet (BP1827A) and congregation add to the celebratory effect of the anthem. Companion products (digital downloads): Immortal, Invisible -...

Fitting for the Christmas season with 4-hand piano accompaniment. Featuring the classic Germany melody and set to text by Percy Dreamer.

A tender hymn of praise, reminding us that in the end we are all frail and broken in the hand of a merciful God. Well within the reach of a small choir.  Suitable for a memorial service or other service of remembrance. Now available scored for SATB...

Humility and quiet fervor mark this new setting of Christ’s eternal words. It is completely different than the standard settings that we have heard so often, in that each section of the prayer is expressed in its own melodic, harmonic and textural...

Few composers are equally gifted as lyricists.  Deborah Govenor is one of those exceptions.  As she has demonstrated many times before, she has the ability to join words and melody organically and effectively.  In this lovely anthem, her...

Ding! Dong! Merrily on High joins the distinctive list of Mr. Helvey's superb carol arrangements with 4-hand accompaniment.  This latest addition literally sparkles with joy.  By constantly varying harmonization, pianistic texture and part...

Beckenhorst welcomes South African composer Franco Prinsloo to its catalog with this ravishing setting of Afrikaans text for treble voices and piano: "...Alleluia, praise his name; for every bright new moon shines over the whole earth with endless...

The gentle, lilting rhythms and beautiful melodies speak of the intimate surroundings of Christ birth. Perfect for your Christmas eve service.

Timeless words of praise in a classical setting by Tom Fettke. Appropriate for general worship

Exuberant, joyful and uplifting are just a few of the adjectives that can be used to describe Jay Althouse’s new addition to the Beckenhorst Press catalog.  Syncopation and relative ease of vocal writing make this particularly apropos for...

Douglas Wagner has taken text by the famous hymn-composer Samuel Trevor Francis and created a delightful SATB anthem featuring both simple unison sections and accessible four-part sections.

SATB - A new, energetic setting of Robert Lowry’s well-known Easter text.