Choral

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...

Psalm 23 takes on new life in this peaceful, contemplative setting based on a Chinese folk melody. The spare accompaniment and simplicity of the choral writing take us on a journey of solitude until the word ”forever” literally soars towards...

SATB Palm Sunday anthem.  Optional trumpet part (BP1499A) available.  ST. THEODULPH.  Combines adult and children's choirs.  Companion products (digital download): All Glory, Laud and Honor - trumpet part - digital download ...

A powerful setting of the beloved hymn, God of Our Fathers, using traditional NATIONAL HYMN hymntune the alternate text by Daniel C. Roberts. This piece is full of surprises from the a cappella opening phrase, through the 3/4 meter of the second verse...

Howard Helvey's setting is replete with bell-like fourths and fifths in the keyboard, creative use of dynamics, sharp rhythmic treatment and dynamic choral writing.  Appropriate for both church and school use.  Also available for TTBB voices in...

This lovely anthem provides solid comfort and reassurance in a gentle setting. It is suitable for any occasion of contemplative worship and would be especially effective in a memorial service.

For the last several years, Lloyd Larson has provided us with a Lenten anthem which begins with newly composed material and ends with a well-known hymn.   Now Mr. Larson has taken the timeless words of Isaiah 53, set them with pathos and drama...

SATB medley of 5 Christmas favorites; Joy to the World; Angels We Have Heard on High; Silent Night; O Holy Night; Good Christians All Rejoice.  Available for TTBB voicing in Christmas Glory! Also available for SSA voicing in SSA Howard Helvey...

Combines the Gaelic melody, BUNESSAN and a new text by Beth Rice Luttrell to form this delightful anthem which implores the Creator to finish the work begun in us.

Kenyan composer Daniel Muroki uses creative harmonies, rich piano textures, lovely countermelody and dramatic modulations to offer an effective new setting to this hymn for SATB voices and piano.

In Jewish histroy, the Jubilee was a year-long celebration held every fifty years in which all bondsmen were freed, mortgaged land was returned to the original owner and land was left fallow.  in Charles Wesley's powerful text, the jubilee becomes a...

George William Warren's hymn-tune the National Hymn has been set for SATB choir and organ by the pipe organ great, Diane Bish. Appropriate for patriotic, thanksgiving, or any general use. 

This "choral fantasia" of Old 113th provides all the fanfar and power the text deserves. The boisterous vocal parts combine with organ, timpani, and congregation to create a grandious experience for all involved.  Companion products (digital...

The retirement of a pastor, senior graduation and a dedication to a much-loved parishioner are just a few of the circumstances suitable for this wonderful setting bassed on the first chapter of Phillipians.  This lovely expression of gratitude and...

The genius of this anthem lies in Ralph Manuel's combination of three melodies that are strikingly different:  Schubert's Holy Is the Lord; John Dyke's NICAEA; the praise song JUBILATE.  Effective for Holy Communion or prayer response.

Craig Courtney, SATB, unison choir, JESUS LOVES ME, general use, 1356

This wonderful anthem shows us that the solution to our fears and doubts is the same as the solution which confronted the shepherds' fears and doubts: the angels' song of the good news.  Weaves in Hark! the Herald Angels Sing. 

With quotes from HYMN TO JOY in the accompaniment, Sue Farrar has crafted a 2-part anthem for children's choir perfect for any worship service. 

Although this anthem makes a wonderful statement of faith and purpose for your choir, the song metaphor speaks to the faith journey each of us experiences.  The sense of gratitude builds with each page of music, finally erupting ina mighty statement...

Craig Courtney's setting of AURELIA uses text from I Peter and is arranged for SATB chorus. Appropriate for Reformation or general worship, it features an exuberate introduction, a rich a cappella setting of the traditional hymn, and concludes with the...

A stirring arrangement of the well-known hymn (ALL IS WELL) including a thoughtful new setting of verse three. Arranged for SATB with piano, brass and percussion. Companion products (digital downloads): Renew Your Church - full score and parts - digital...

Written by John Ness Beck for SSAATB choir, the hymn tune SLANE features accompaniment by either wind band or orchestra. Companion products (printed copies): Variants on an Irish Hymn - band Variants on an Irish Hymn - orchestra

Beckenhorst Press welcomes Mark Shepperd to the catalog with this lovely setting of Katharina von Schlegel's text of comfort.  Set to a new melody, Mr. Shepperd quotes both FINDLANDIA and EVENTIDE, giving the words added texture.

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...

SATB - general worship.  Brass sextet and percussion (BP1609A) are available.  Regal statements of praise, lyric calls to worship and a mighty rendition of LOBE DEN HERREN which includes congregation make this anthem a welcome choice for...