Choral

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,...

An energetic arrangement, perfect for Christmas Eve or Christmas morning. Scored for SATB choir with piano and optional flute, brass quintet, harp and percussion. This is an exciting proclamation of the entire Christmas message including the birth,...

This adaptation of a beloved classic is full of glory and majesty, from the dramatic opening measures to the final refrain with descant. A wonderful opportunity for an SATB choir and the congregation to join forces with a small ensemble or full orchestra...

A bright new arrangement of the traditional carol. Exciting rhythmic accompaniment introduces the lively first verse and chorus which contrasts a quiet, contemplative second verse and chorus. The anthem ends with a strong, dynamic invitation to...

This wonderful, energetic arrangement of the traditional English carol with a fresh, new text will quickly become a favorite to sing and hear. Scored for SATB choir and piano, the setting is challenging but rewarding. A wonderful piece for a concert...

The opening solo may fool you into thinking that a traditional arrangement is in store.  Once the men begin their syncopated ostinato, though, you’ll quickly discover that this is not your typical arrangement.  Craig Courtney takes...

This rousing rendition of the traditional French/Burgundian Carol begs to be sung by an ambitious SATB choir accompanied by two capable pianists. This anthem will make an exciting festival or concert presentation, church or school, and is also suited for...

This hauntingly beautiful new setting of the well-known PICARDY hymn-tune moves with increasing excitement to a dramatic conclusion with the final “Alleluia, Lord Most High!” Companion products (digital downloads): Let All Mortal Flesh Keep...

Howard Helvey’s jazz setting of the well-known carol.  A complete orchestral accompaniment (BP1438A) is available. Companion products (printed copies): Go, Tell It on the Mountain - orchestral accompaniment Also available in other voicings: ...

An SATB setting of the classic text and tune suitable for Advent or Christmas

This SATB anthem by Craig Courtney takes the Christmas story and turns it inward as the singer contemplates living out the meaning of Christmas and allowing Christ to not be born in a manger, but rather in their heart. Fitting for the Christmas season...

A lovely setting with new music to enhance the arrangement of the traditional Austrian Carol.  Scored for SATB choir with soprano solo/soli descant and a flowing keyboard accompaniment. Accessible for the average church choir.

This rousing rendition of the traditional French/Burgundian Carol begs to be sung by an ambitious SATB choir accompanied by two capable pianists. This anthem will make an exciting festival or concert presentation, church or school, and is also suited for...

With plenty of open fifths to invoke bagpipes, some rhythmic mutation of the melody and an accompaniment full of energy and drive, Lloyd Larson brings new luster to this infectious French carol.  If you tire of all the slow, lyric carol settings...

Discover the appeal of the first of Howard Helvey’s 4-hand-accompanied carol settings.  An orchestral accompaniment (BP1509A) is available. A TTBB arrangement (BP1678) is also available. Companion products (printed copies): Tomorrow...

The opening solo may fool you into thinking that a traditional arrangement is in store.  Once the men begin their syncopated ostinato, though, you’ll quickly discover that this is not your typical arrangement.  Craig Courtney takes...

Howard Helvey provides the Beckenhorst Press catalog with another Yuletide arrangement involving 4-hand accompaniment in this sparkling setting of the Sussex Carol.  Like it's predecessors, Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing Day and Joseph Dearest, Joseph...

This anthem offers a tender telling of the Christmas story using the melody and text of the traditional Irish Wexford Carol in a new arrangement for SATB choir and piano. Perfect for Christmas Eve.

A spirited proclamation of the birth of the Savior, scored for a cappella SATB choir. Singers and worshippers alike will be caught up in the exuberance of the text and music.

SATB  GREENSLEEVES  Starting with a harp-like accompaniment, you will be led through fresh harmonizations to a climatic third verse filled with drama and pathos.  A TTBB setting of this same arrangement can be found in Christmas Glory!...

This beautiful SATB setting of the Catalan lullaby joins the renowned group of Howard Helvery’s 4-hand-accompanied carols that so many choirs have enjoyed.   It attains that difficult balance between simplicity and interest through a...

The search for an adequate gift for the newborn Savior has been explored many times in Christmas carols and anthems.  In The Gift, the tension between our lack as finite, sinful humans and Christ's abundance as Lord of creation is evident in the...

From the first notes of solo introduction, this beautiful lullaby grants us access to the scene in the stable on that first Christmas night. Text from the traditional Welsh carol provides a subtle reference to the holiness of the child as contrasted with...

This tender, gentle lullaby recounts the narrative of the birth of the Christ child from a heavenly perspective. Scored for SATB choir and piano, it is within the reach of the average church choir and will soon become a Christmas Eve favorite.  

Based on the traditional French Carol, this stunning arrangement for SATB choir and piano 4-hands is sure to delight your choir, your accompanists and your congregation. The exciting interplay between choir and keyboard energizes the praise that builds...