Choral

A somber statement of the first stanza of Christ Arose may begin this Easter medley but the refrain introduces a complete change of mood that remains until the mighty conclusion.  Each hymn is harmonized and orchestrated as only Mark Hayes can...

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...

J. Paul Williams’ words lead us from Gethsemane to Calvary and the tomb as we consider Christ’s sacrifice for our sins.  Larry Shackley creates a pensive mood through rich, modal harmony and an improvisatory accompaniment.  The...

SATB, keyboard, brass quintet and percussion.  Beginning with a mysterious setting of words from the third chapter of the Gospel of John, Mr. Courtney then moves us into an accompanied version of John Stainer's God So Loved the World before breaking...

Written in the style of an a cappella spiritual, this SATB anthem is suitable for the Easter season.  Lyrics by John Parker.

A haunting penitential prayer to the risen Lord to use the power of  His victory to cause a personal resurrection in the tombs of our hearts. Suitable throughout the Lenten season and beyond.  Lyrics by Susan Bentall Boersma.

Written for the post-Easter season, this anthem tells the Easter story from the disciple Thomas' point of view.  Set in the style of a Jewish folk song, we hear of Thomas struggle to believe, his transformation in the Savior's presence and Christ's...

Driving rhythms in the keyboard, an exquisite Fanny Crosby text of praise and trust, and a newly composed melody with O God Our Help in Ages Past in the final verse make this an appealing anthem. Appropriate for Easter and general service  

Charles Wesley’s immortal words set to a new, tender melody.   An SATB anthem appropriate for the Easter season and general worship.

A folk-like Easter Season ballad for solo voice and choir.  Lyrics by Pamela Martin.

A spirited and rhythmic setting of the familiar hymn for SATB choir and piano, this is a bright, exciting piece from beginning to end, perfect for Easter Sunday morning.  The driving accompaniment fuels the momentum through several instrumental...

Brass, percussion, organ and choir join forces in this dynamic Easter introit.  Parts for 2 trumpets, French horn, 3 trombones, timpani and cymbal (BP1876A) are available.  A full performance accompaniment compact disc is available (BP1876CD)...

A  powerful, driving anthem ending in the victory of Easter. This is a strong presentation of the statement of faith found in this text by Bryan Chapell. Suitable for Easter Sunday or for general use.

Digital download. Customers must purchase the full number of copies that will be used. Minimum order 5 copies.  SATB - By joining Jesus Christ Is Risen Today and Christ the Lord Is Risen Today, Lloyd Larson gives a new dimension to both Easter hymn...

Your congregation will sit up and take notice when you celebrate Easter as never before with this fresh look at Resurrection Day. Scored for SATB choir, piano and optional rhythm section, this joyful/soulful gospel rock composition captures the joy of...

An Easter Day a cappella selection featuring a soloist and written in the style of a spiritual.  Lyrics by John Parker.

Howard Helvey has joined the lovely French tune BERGERS, usually associated with Christmas, with Elizabeth Ann Porter Head's prayer to the Holy Spirit and provided us with a beautiful anthem suitable for the themes of Pentecost or revival.  As...

SATB  A madrigal-like Easter Day octavo.  One verse of Christ the Lord, Is Risen Today appears in the middle of the piece, which can be sung by the congregation or a children's choir.  An optional trumpet part (JH543A) is available...

An interesting slant on the Easter story as we accompany the weary, grieving Mary to the tomb and experience her joy as she learns of a risen Christ.  This light, spirited work is written the the style of a litugical dance on swaying six-eight meter.

Reminiscent of a folk ballad, this anthem tells the story of two disciples’ journey to Jerusalem and the Stranger they encountered along the way.  This is a perfect selection for the Sundays following Easter as we contemplate the blessings of...

Based on a little-known American spiritual, this a cappella number has a joyfulness and exuberance that is literally infectious and choirs will find it's quickly-moving vocal lines pure fun to sing.  Perhaps most significantly, it provides a perfect...

A rich text by Frederick Brodie MacNutt set to the composer’s original hymn tune, TUPELO and scored for SATB Choir and Organ. A marvelous festival setting, perfect for Easter Sunday and a wonderful addition to any time of worship and praise.

A joyful Easter anthem for a cappella SATB choir and solo voice.  Lyrics by John Parker.

The hymn-tune SURSUM CORDA is paired with organ to create a beautiful SATB anthem appropriate for Easter and general use. 

This rhythmic and festive piece tells the story of Christ's notable "days" and is suitable for the Easter season, Transfiguration, Ascension or Christ the King Sunday.  Also available in SSA voicing in  the collection "SSA Craig Courtney". SSA...