Choral

The Beatitudes, Christ's eternal words in which He describes the character of the godly person, are encased in this gentle anthem by Craig Courtney.  Modest demands for the choir and the accompanist put this selection within reach of choirs of all...

Perfect for any service of celebration, this stirring “Gloria” is pure praise. This dramatic setting for SATB choir, piano, optional string quartet and percussion, is also available scored for TTBB and SSAA.  There is also an optional...

Through her music, Sue Farrar seems to be able to say what many of us feel, a quality that many people have discovered and come to love.  In this best-selling anthem, she combines that gift with a song of true beauty - one that has found its way...

Surprise your congregation on Easter morning with this enthusiastic celebration of joy. The delightful PUER NOBIS tune is set with a compelling piano 4-hands and tambourine (BP1974A) accompaniment. Use it again with the alternate Advent text!  A...

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...

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...

Piano and SATB choir unite in an enthusiastic setting of Psalm 150.  A vigorous combination of scripture and a spirited accompaniment in a fresh presentation of this well-known psalm of praise.

SATB - suitable for general worship Companion products (printed copies): Fairest Lord Jesus - Hayes - complete orchestration

A 4-Hand Piano and Percussion (part included in the octavo) accompaniment sets the stage for this energetic, resolute setting of an old favorite. The setting for SATB Choir is challenging, but the surprise ending makes the extra effort worthwhile. Your...

Powerful in its simplicity, this invitational hymn by John Foley has been arranged for choir and piano by Lynda Hasseler and is especially suitable as a concert opener/processional. The piece opens with a solo voice and the dynamic builds with each verse...

This soulful setting of original text by Tom Trenney invokes a gospel music tradition, "preaching" its text through declamation and bluesy harmonies: "God wouldn't bring you this far to leave you; no height nor depth nor anything else can separate us...

German Lieder from the early Romantic period come to mind in this classical setting of a favorite hymn.  As you will hear in the recording, the violin is not so much an adornment as a musical force whose function equals the choir.  In addition,...

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 festival anthem explodes with exuberant calls to celebrate alternating with time for contemplation and praise. The celebration is enhanced with the use of 2 trumpets, horn, 2 trombones and timpani. Score and parts are available for purchase...

This well-known hymn becomes a powerful call to praise in this arrangement for SATB choir with a driving, rhythmic piano 4-hand accompaniment. The intensity builds from start to finish. Two capable pianists are necessary to support the choir in this...

SATB, oboe and string quartet - A beautifully lyric Psalm setting suitable for themes of repentance and devotion. Companion products (digital downloads): Psalm 1 - score and parts - digital download Companion products (printed copies): Psalm 1 - score...

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...

The listener will find comfort and assurance on any occasion from this anthem which is based on Isaiah 43:1-5 and 1 Peter 5:7 and  incorporates the much-loved W. Stillman Martin hymn “God Will Take Care of You.” (GOD CARES) Scored for...

Craig Courtney's beautiful piano accompaniment begins this tender anthem that is almost lullaby like. The quiet and intimate vocal parts eventually open to a powerful climax that is sure to offer a moving musical experience for both your choir and...

Look at the Birds (Movement 2 of TRINITY: Our God of Hope and Help) is a vivid and soaring tone poem that paints the birds in flight while asking us to consider the Father’s care for all creation. Gentle syncopations and a picturesque piano part...

This gentle, yet urgent, song of confession and merciful forgiveness is perfect for a time of contemplation in any service of worship. This setting of the Matthew Merker tune is for SATB choir and piano with optional violin part (included in the octavo)...

A musical portrayal of a quiet voice of faith, praise and hope in the midst of suffering and tragedy for 8-part a cappella choir.  Also available for TTBB (BP1966) Also available in other voicings: Ukrainian Alleluia TTBB

Beckenhorst welcomes Wesley Peters to our catalog with this wonderfully catchy sea-shanty-inspired setting of John Newton text: "Be gone, unbelief, my Savior is near....with Christ in the vessel, I smile at the storm." Optional percussion parts (snare...

Dan Forrest's three settings of "Hallelujah Psalms" (for SATB choir and piano) range from invigorating to deeply touching to dancing for joy! Each movement begins and ends with the statement "Hallelu Yah", just as the three Psalms do. Optional...

Lyrics by Susan Bentall Boersma.  This tender prayer, suitable for a time of contemplation and petition in any worship service, is especially appropriate for Pentecost. Beautifully set for SATB Choir and piano, it is further enhanced by an optional...