Choral

This regal, stately second movement of Craig Courtney’s trilogy, Divine Encounter, is based on Micah 6:6-8. As we partake of God's bounty, our gratitude urges us to offer ourselves as living sacrifices to serve God and people alike...

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...

What a Savior, What a Friend (Movement 3 of TRINITY: Our God of Hope and Help) sets familiar hymn texts to new music that moves from plaintive cry to deep assurance and humble gratitude. Effective in general worship or during Lent and Holy Week. Each of...

Let There Be Peace on Earth is a song whose message is sorely needed right now. You will find that it ministers to people in any setting – a church service, a concert hall or an outdoor vigil. Originally scored for SATB choir, it is now available...

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...

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...

Unison/2-part.  Based on the hymn tune IRBY.  Optional parts for 2 octave handbells (BP1486A), violin/C instrument (BP1486B) or complete orchestration (BP1486C) Companion products (digital downloads): Once in Royal David's City - violin or C...

  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...

A gentle instrumental introduction sets the stage for this setting of the classic Christmas carol, continuing under the familiar text with a quiet intensity as it builds to the strong statement of purpose, “Christ the Savior is born”, then...

Give your choir and congregation the privilege of experiencing this traditional German Carol as never before. Courtney’s setting for TTBB choir, piano and optional string quartet gently redefines “joy” and challenges the...

Violin part included with the octavo.  Give your Children’s Choir an opportunity to participate in this tender anthem quoting the traditional Swedish melody TRUGGARE KAN INGEN VARA. The children’s line may also be sung by SA unison or a...

Based on the 91st Psalm, this anthem beckons us away from life's anxiety and turmoil to the safety and solitude of God's presence.  The image of the free, soaring bird is embodied in the flute's phrases that are woven throughout the choir's simple...

Stunning in its simplicity, this beautiful setting of “God Be With You Till We Meet Again” for SATB Choir and string quartet (B1929A) is sure to become a favorite way to close any time of worship. Companion products (digital downloads): ...

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...

A dynamic arrangement of the classic carol set for SATB (also SSAA and TTBB) chorus with an exciting four-hand piano and optional violin and percussion accompaniment. This setting begins with delicate angel voices as though from the edge of heaven,...

Slow, layered vocal phrasing and quiet dynamics are incorporated in this serene setting of Christ’s eternal words of comfort.  The music gathers forces in the middle of the anthem when our Lord acknowledges the reality of tribulation and His...

The quiet intensity of this new adaptation of the John B.Dykes classic, HOLY, HOLY, HOLY, builds as it incorporates and expands the original tune and text, making it a perfect way to introduce a time of worship and praise. It is available in SATB, TTBB...

"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...

A dynamic arrangement of the classic carol set for SATB (also SSAA and TTBB) chorus with an exciting four-hand piano and optional violin and percussion accompaniment. This setting begins with delicate angel voices as though from the edge of heaven,...

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...

Courtney’s hauntingly beautiful setting of this beloved carol has been refreshed, enhanced and set for SSAA choir, piano, optional string quartet, chimes, cymbals and timpani.  Wonderfully intense. Also available TTBB. Companion products...

The third movement of Craig Courtney’s trilogy, Divine Encounter, The Blessing is a newly-composed benediction based on Numbers 6:24-26. As Jesus blessed and multiplied the fish and bread, so God blesses the offering we bring to Him. The melody,...

This regal, stately second movement of Craig Courtney’s trilogy, Divine Encounter, is based on Micah 6:6-8. As we partake of God's bounty, our gratitude urges us to offer ourselves as living sacrifices to serve God and people alike...

An evocative SATB selection about transcendent worship and eternity. Optional violin or C instrument included in the octavo - Lyrics by Herbert Brokering. COMPANION PRODUCT Sacred Solos of Craig Courtney Volume 2 Low Voice PRINT |...

This poignant anthem was written in memory of a young man accidentally electrocuted by a special effects device called a Jacob’s Ladder. The text by Susan Boersma is based on Genesis 28:15-18 and the musical setting paints a vivid picture of the...