Choral

NEW: A Virtual Choir Kit is now available for this piece. This exuberant piece is the inaugural work in the new Beckenhorst Press Concert Series for school, community, and college choirs, edited by Dan Forrest. Commissioned by the Eastern Division of...

Lyrics by Norman J. Clayton.  A strong statement of faith: “My hope is in the Lord who gave Himself for me”, opens and closes this anthem and becomes the sure foundation upon which both the text and the accompaniment are built. It is...

An exciting arrangement of the traditional spiritual with a 4-hand accompaniment. Give a soloist and your men’s chorus the opportunity to shine in this energetic presentation. Your congregation will appreciate the lively rhythms and exciting...

An exciting anthem of praise based on Psalm 98 and incorporating HYFRYDOL and a Robert Lowry text, scored for SATB choir and keyboard with optional flute and handbells (2 octave). Suitable for any occasion of worship. Companion products (digital...

Syncopated rhythms combine with smooth melodic lines in Craig Courtney's energetic re-telling of the traditional American folk hymn for choir and piano. The final stanza's slow crescendo leads to a final statement of assurance and conviction.

This setting, so rich, so deep and so compelling, perfectly matches the depth of the prayer, as an ever increasing musical intensity draws us closer to full surrender. The setting is suitable for any service of worship and commitment.

A full score and parts (BP1728A), separate 3-5 octave handbell part (BP1728B) and a full performance /accompaniment compact disc (BP1728CD)  are available for this concertato that combines choir and congregation. Companion products (digital...

A compelling new setting of the familiar prayer of St. Frances of Assisi, rich in nuance and depth of emotion. Scored for SATB choir, piano and optional string quartet. Also available for SSA(A) and TTBB. Companion products (digital downloads): Make Me...

This John Ness Beck classic arrangement (CRIMOND) is warm and assuring.  It is appropriate not only during Lent, but anytime during the calendar year.

SATB.  An exciting SATB a cappella celebration of life and home going. Wonderful for All Saints Day or any service of memorial. Text by Cecil Frances Alexander (1818-1845) with the arrangement based on the Early American folk melody, HALLELUJA.

A competent SATB Choir and a capable pianist will love the challenge of this fresh, energetic setting of the Isaac Watts text to the tune of ELLACOMBE. The optional trumpet obbligato rounds out this powerful anthem which is perfect for any occasion of...

Isaac Watts’ words of faith are given new life in this powerful setting by Dan Forrest. His use of dynamic changes, textures, meter changes and harmonic progressions create a growing sense of assurance that carries us to the final notes. Suitable...

Gloria (Movement 5 of TRINITY: Our God of Hope and Help) is an exuberant dance of praise exalting Father, Son, and Spirit, and quoting O God Our Help In Ages Past (with eventual congregational involvement as the Gloria dance continues alongside it). Your...

The ST CLEMENT tune, often associated with an evening hymn, is here paired with a fresh morning hymn of praise: "Hail, holy light! The world rejoices as morning breaks and shadows fly; all nature blends her myriad voices to greet the dayspring from on...

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.

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...

An exquisite setting of the poignant prayer/poem by John Donne, especially appropriate at Lent or at any time of general worship.  This SATB unaccompanied setting is based on the composer's original hymn tune, CASURELLA.

A sparkling setting of Psalm 95 scored for SATB with a challenging four-hand accompaniment. Suitable for any time of worship, praise and celebration. This will soon become a favorite of choir, congregation and the accompanists! Also available in SSAA...

NEW: A Virtual Choir Kit is now available for this piece, with Dr. Andre Thomas conducting. A strong, resolute setting of the familiar civil rights “marching song” vividly calls to mind the images which add depth of meaning...

There are many occasions when we wish to express gratitude for those people in our lives who have embodied the love of Christ.  You will find this simple, sincere octavo suitable for Mother's Day, Father's Day, ordination or retirement of a pastor,...

A competent SATB Choir and a capable pianist will love the challenge of this fresh, energetic setting of the Isaac Watts text to the tune of ELLACOMBE. The optional trumpet obbligato rounds out this powerful anthem which is perfect for any occasion of...

This energetic 12/8 setting keeps feet tapping without losing any of the power and majesty of the original setting which is quoted within the body of the piece. Score and parts for flute, trumpet, horn and percussion or full orchestra are available as...

Psalm 121 comes to life in this beautiful new setting which gently and confidently affirms the truth and beauty of the text.  It will enhance any service of worship and praise and is a substantial setting suitable for a concert centerpiece as well...

Amazing Grace receives a soulful treatment in this bold new setting from Tim Osiek. Your choir will love the stylistic variety combined with carefully crafted lines, and your pianist will enjoy the idiomatic piano writing. A great way to get out of the...

Familiar words and a new refrain in a fresh, free setting. This powerful piece will quickly become a favorite. The final words of the refrain: “The Son of God, the righteous One is crucified for me” make the piece a perfect choice for Good...