Choral

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...

Scored for SATB choir, piano, and optional string quintet/orchestra and percussion, this work is brimming with the joy of a new day surrounded by life and beauty, and uniquely captures the magic of e.e. cummings’ beloved poem in a...

The promises of the Twenty-Third Psalm text come to life in this deep but tender setting as it moves through the strong statement of faith for this life through the development of the beautiful musical picture of life eternal. Companion products (digital...

 "Think on these things."  A contemplative setting available in three voicings (SATB, SSA and TTBB), which combines the well-known passage from Ruth 1: 16,16 with the equally treasured verse from John 15:13.  Suitable for retirement...

Familiar words and a new refrain in a fresh, free setting. This powerful piece will quickly become a favorite. The final words of the refrain: “The Son of God, the righteous One is crucified for me” make the piece a perfect choice for Good...

Familiar words and a new refrain in a fresh, free setting. This powerful piece will quickly become a favorite. The final words of the refrain: “The Son of God, the righteous One is crucified for me” make the piece a perfect choice for Good...

Conservative vocal tessituras make this SATB anthem suitable for youth and adult choirs.  The text from Matthew 7 is combined with a cappella harmonies and an Acoustic Bass part included in the octavo. Lord, Lord - TTBB

Isaac Watts’ words of faith are given new life in this powerful setting by Dan Forrest. His use of dynamic changes, textures, meter changes and harmonic progressions create a growing sense of assurance that carries us to the final notes. Suitable...

  Digital download. Customers must purchase the full number of copies that will be used. Minimum order 5 copies. "Think on these things."  A contemplative setting available in three voicings (SATB, SSA and TTBB), which combines the...

Premiere Performance video from Salzburg Cathedral, July 2018: May be performed a cappella, or with keyboard accompaniment, or with chamber ensemble and organ, small orchestra and organ, or full orchestra. Designed to be as flexible as possible for...

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...

German Lieder from the early Romantic period come to mind in this classical setting of a favorite hymn.  As you will hear in the recording, the violin is not so much an adornment as a musical force whose function equals the choir.  In addition,...

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...

SATB, oboe and string quartet - A beautifully lyric Psalm setting suitable for themes of repentance and devotion. Companion products (digital downloads): Psalm 1 - score and parts - digital download Companion products (printed copies): Psalm 1 - score...

The ethereal nature of the Samuel Francis Smith poem is perfectly paired with masterful text painting until the two become one in spirit and understanding. The move from earth to heaven is flawless. The music is deep; the text rich and profound. The...

The tender, yet powerful, SATB setting of the classic hymn O LOVE THAT WILL NOT LET ME GO is now arranged for SSA and TTBB with an optional cello line. It is a moving prayer of commitment and assurance, appropriate for any service of worship. Melody and...

Look at the Birds (Movement 2 of TRINITY: Our God of Hope and Help) is a vivid and soaring tone poem that paints the birds in flight while asking us to consider the Father’s care for all creation. Gentle syncopations and a picturesque piano part...

This gentle, yet urgent, song of confession and merciful forgiveness is perfect for a time of contemplation in any service of worship. This setting of the Matthew Merker tune is for SATB choir and piano with optional violin part (included in the octavo)...

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...

"Sing to the Lord, with a song give Him glory, Heaven will hear and join in our praise; the Father Himself singing over His children, taking delight in the anthems we raise." There is a little bit of heaven on earth when you hear this ethereal yet joyful...

In this unique anthem, the “song” becomes a metaphor for the life we have in the Spirit.  As we learn its divine rhythm and melody, God creates that song within us.  Craig Courtney has chosen the samba to reflect the flavor of the...

A tender prayer to the God of all comfort that He who sees and cares for each sparrow will lovingly care for us, His own children. Lyrics by Jonathan Cook.  The flute or violin part is included in the octavo.

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...

A compelling affirmation of our worth in the eyes of our Creator, giving voice to those with special needs and those who love actively and selflessly. The evocative piano accompaniment creates a thoughtful foundation for the haunting melody and combines...

A warm, thoughtful setting of Philippians 4: 8-9 scored for SATB choir, piano and optional violin (BP2007A) and handbells (BP2007B). The scripture comes to life as the music moves with a quiet conviction toward the final, challenging “Think on...