Choral

Ding! Dong! Merrily on High joins the distinctive list of Mr. Helvey's superb carol arrangements with 4-hand accompaniment.  This latest addition literally sparkles with joy.  By constantly varying harmonization, pianistic texture and part...

With the driving accompaniment in the hands of two capable pianists, this powerful arrangement of the traditional English carol offers excitement from the first note to the last; a challenge well worth the effort. A stunning Christmas concert opener...

A rousing Christmas opener scored for four hand piano with optional flute, oboe and percussion. Lots of dynamic interest building to an emphatic closing proclamation. A thrilling presentation with choral parts well within the reach of the average choir...

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...

SATB - Appropriate for Christmas services and concerts.  A full orchestral accompaniment (BP1791A) is available. Companion products (digital downloads): Carol of Joy - orchestral accompaniment - digital download Companion products (printed...

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...

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...

 This beautiful arrangement of the classic carol begins and ends with delicate simplicity building in between with a dynamic statement of the powerful third and fourth verses, including strategic a cappella sections. The truth of this wonderful...

Ten popular Beckenhorst Press anthems arranged for small choir by Craig Courtney.  Contains: Devotion (John Ness Beck); Every Valley (John Ness Beck); I Have Felt the Hand of God (Craig Courtney); It Is Well with My Soul (John Ness Beck);...

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.

Beckenhorst welcomes arranger Mark Grizzard to our catalog with this driving setting of the traditional German carol. Four-hand piano and optional djembe provide incredible energy under choral parts that range from familiar melody to slow-motion...

An SSA version of Dan Forrest’s SATB arrangement of the familiar Christmas carol. Give your women’s choir an opportunity to shine with this beautiful setting.  Companion products (digital download): The First Noel - Forrest - SSA...

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...

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...

SAB - by Amy Grant and Chris Eaton, arranged by Craig Courtney. Also available in SATB (BP1656) and SAB (BP1664). Optional orchestral accompaniment (BP1656A) is available. This piece is not available as a digital download...

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,...

A thought-provoking retelling of the story of the Magi quotes KINGS OF THE ORIENT by John H. Hopkins, with text based on Matthew 2:1-12. It is well within the reach of the typical church choir.

This beautiful arrangement of the traditional German carol, scored for SATB choir and optional French horn or optional brass quintet, harp, organ and percussion, is rich and warm in its harmonies and gentle rhythms. Companion products (digital...

The beautiful text, inspired by II Corinthians 8:9, was written in honor of martyred missionaries, John and Betty Stam, set to a traditional French carol and arranged for SATB choir and piano. A tender moving accompaniment and rich harmonies add up to a...

A lovely, tender hymn of praise for SATB choir and piano, celebrating the incarnation with attention to God’s desire to make all the nations one. Suitable for Christmas Eve or any other time of Christmas worship.

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...

The traditional carol is presented here in a new light from Marianne Forman's gentle tempo, colorful piano accompaniment, optional violin, and contrasting original material. A compelling blend of comforting familiarity and fresh interest will make this a...

Unison/SA/SAB - appropriate for Christmas.  Alternate handbell accompaniment (HB38) available. Companion products: Sussex Carol - handbell accompaniment

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...

This is a yuletide selection that allows you to pull out all the stops.  Opening with a mighty fanfare, the anthem leads us through several favorite carols before closing with congregational singing.  Mr. Larson’s masterful accompaniment...