Choral

As recorded by VOCES8 on their 2019 album, Enchanted Isle, this soaring setting of Hafiz-inspired poetry by Daniel Ladinsky speaks of the matchless beauty of unconditional love. For a cappella choir with optional solo cello.(This is an a cappella...

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,...

This rich, fresh rendition of the familiar hymn ends with a poignant, seldom-heard verse. Arranged by Bruce Stevenson and edited by Craig Courtney, this lovely piece is scored for  choir and piano. An optional cello part (BP1890A) is available...

A beautiful arrangement of the traditional Austrian Carol, “As Lately We Watched”. This gently flowing carol broadens on verse three, offering an opportunity to pull out all of the stops before  a poignant a cappella ending.  An...

Statements of the liturgical text “Kyrie eleison” alternate with the English text “Lord God, have mercy” throughout this anthem. A variety of choral textures including optional soprano solo build to a high point before returning...

This rich, fresh rendition of the familiar hymn ends with a poignant, seldom-heard verse. Arranged by Bruce Stevenson and edited by Craig Courtney, this lovely piece is scored for  choir and piano. An optional cello part (BP1890A) is available...

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...

Molly Ijames' arrangement of this newly written Christmas hymn frames the nativity story in a haunting narrative about the darkness of waiting and the coming of Christ's light. Each stanza explores different aspects and metaphors of the darkness/light...

Winner of the 2007 John Ness Beck Foundation award featuring an oboe obbligato.  SATB - oboe or C instrument part included in the octavo - Full score and parts for orchestra (BP1784A) available.  Also available for SSA voicing in SSA Howard...

A tender celebration of the gift and the Giver of music. This contemplative setting offers comfort and encouragement. Voiced for SATB Choir, piano and cello, it acknowledges the power of music with gratitude to the One who uses it to bring light out of...

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...

Piano and cello combine to provide a rich, comforting accompaniment to this confident statement of victory over death and assurance of life everlasting. The anthem scored for SATB choir, is suitable for any service of memorial.  It is accessible for...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

May be sung with keyboard accompaniment (with optional strings), or a cappella.  This simple yet refined setting reflects the dignity and beauty of the English cathedral style. Whether sung a cappella or with the optional string quintet or organ,...

This personal, plaintive prayerful setting of GUIDE ME O THOU GREAT JEHOVAH brings a new dimension to familiar words. It is scored for SATB choir, piano and optional string quartet. Companion products (digital downloads): Prayer to Jehovah - string...

The combination of handbells, cello, flowing keyboard accompaniment and seamless vocal writing creates a mood that takes this simple carol to a new level of sophistication.  Mr. Helvey's layering of the two tunes, CRADLE SONG and AWAY IN A MANGER,...

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...

This well-known hymn covers Christ's birth, ministry, crucifixion, and resurrection making it suitable for Chirstmas, Epiphany, Lent and Easter.  The violin part is in the octavo.

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...

A sweet, delicate telling of the “Noel” story in a beautiful new arrangement for SATB choir, accompanied by piano and violin. The original W. Sandy’s Christmas Carols melody is incorporated into the violin interludes and in the final...

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...