Choral

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

Mark Hayes transforms the pentatonicism of the traditional hymn tune into a murmuring atmospheric texture in piano and SATB voices. Newly written material adds interest and contrast, building to an impactful high point before returning to the opening...

Jon Hermanson's setting for SATB chorus combines text from Luke 24 ("Stay with us, Lord Jesus, stay with us"), and quotes from Abide With Me ("in life and death, O Lord, with us abide"), to present a simple yet stunning prayer for Christ's presence. A...

All of the awe and mystery of the rhetorical question has been captured in this arrangement now available for TTBB choir, solo voice and piano or optional full orchestra. From quiet contemplation to an explosion of revelation, the listener is challenged...

Howard Helvey presents this well-known hymn in an elegant chorale-prelude style, with simple but expressive choral parts over flowing lines of counterpoint in the piano. Easily learned for the choir, but exquisitely refined and communicative! COMPANION...

A vigorous unison a cappella stanza establishes the early-American style before four-hand piano enters with its sparkling support. Joy abounds as the text speaks of our longing for our eternal home. For SATB voices and four-hand piano; effective for both...

Jon Hermanson's setting for SATB chorus combines text from Luke 24 ("Stay with us, Lord Jesus, stay with us"), and quotes from Abide With Me ("in life and death, O Lord, with us abide"), to present a simple yet stunning prayer for Christ's presence. A...

Marianne Forman's powerful new setting of this beloved hymn begins with a plaintive motive in optional solo unaccompanied strings. A new melody for the text slowly unfolds before eventually combining with the existing hymntune for a glorious final...

You haven't heard Joy to the World like this before! Dan Forrest reaches into his Irish traditional music experience to pair the well-known carol with a newly composed Irish slide, and the result is an explosion of joy that you simply must hear to...

A major compositional effort from Mark Hayes (2014) that combines the traditional with 21st century expression. The six-movement (35-minute) work, dedicated to the composer's parents, looks to the eternal with hope and glorious musical vision. Its Latin...

Howard Helvey presents this well-known hymn in an elegant chorale-prelude style, with simple but expressive choral parts over flowing lines of counterpoint in the piano. Easily learned for the choir, but exquisitely refined and communicative! COMPANION...

Benjamin Harlan's elegant setting of Michael Eller's profound text asks for eyes to see the Divine in the simple things of life. Easy to sing, but rich with meaning! Whether in nature or in the bread and wine of communion, "the common things are holy...

Mark Hayes transforms the pentatonicism of the traditional hymn tune into a murmuring atmospheric texture in piano and SATB voices. Newly written material adds interest and contrast, building to an impactful high point before returning to the opening...

You haven't heard Joy to the World like this before! Dan Forrest reaches into his Irish traditional music experience to pair the well-known carol with a newly composed Irish slide, and the result is an explosion of joy that you simply must hear to...

Pamela Stewart's text speaks vulnerably of the dry and barren seasons of life, praying for God to see, hear, and restore; Craig Courtney's musical setting vividly evokes the lyrics with piano and optional string quartet. COMPANION PRODUCTSBP2398RTDL –...

All of the awe and mystery of the rhetorical question has been captured in this arrangement now available for SSAA choir, solo voice and piano or optional full orchestra. From quiet contemplation to an explosion of revelation, the listener is challenged...

A magical carol setting that transports the listener into Christina Rossetti's beloved Christmas text written in London (listen for the subtle hints of Big Ben!). Ethereal melodic echos eventually build to soaring vocal lines before giving way to a...

Assertive syncopated rhythms add energy and joy to this new setting of of the traditional Henry Lyte text. Cast in rondo form, the refrains gather intensity throughout the piece, culminating in joyful proclamation, "Praise the everlasting King!". For...

Marianne Forman's melodic gifts are clear in this bright youthful setting of joyful and optimistic words, rejoicing at the beauty of the world around us. Clear melodic statements eventually give way to imitative and canonic treatment, easily learned by...

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...

Benjamin Harlan's elegant setting of Michael Eller's profound text asks for eyes to see the Divine in the simple things of life. Easy to sing, but rich with meaning! Whether in nature or in the bread and wine of communion, "the common things are holy...

A soaring anthem from Craig Courtney looking toward the moment when faith becomes sight, through Pamela Stewart's inspired lyrics. Suitable for general worship as well as All Saints' or memorial occasions. Cello part included in choral score. COMPANION...

A soaring anthem from Craig Courtney looking toward the moment when faith becomes sight, through Pamela Stewart's inspired lyrics. Suitable for general worship as well as All Saints' or memorial occasions. Cello part included in choral score. COMPANION...

A rare anthem for the first Sunday of the year! This joyful setting of text by Alfred Tennyson is particularly appropriate at the beginning of a new calendar year, or during other times of renewal or new beginnings. To minimize rehearsal time during the...

Eileen Berry's comforting text provides assurance of God's presence through every season of a life's journey, and Molly Ijames' musical setting speaks meaningfully and directly to the listener's heart. "Do not be afraid, my beloved child, do not be...