Choral

An etherial piano motive and beautiful part writing for SATB choir create a powerful anthem perfect for any general worship service. As the piece comes full circle and reaches a powerful climax, the listener is left with the message "I cannot but rejoice...

This simple, highly effective prayer to the Holy Spirit uses metaphors of nature to demonstrate the transforming power of God in our lives, making its suitability extend beyond Pentecost.  Easily learned. SATB  Lyrics by Mary Kay Beall. 

One of John Beck’s most popular SATB anthems. It combines Bach’s Jesu Joy of Man’s Desiring with the hymn Blessed Assurance.  A "must own" for any church musician. Suitable for general worship.

SATB  The immortal words from the Sermon on the Mount are masterfully set by Mark Hayes in this appealing anthem.  He alternates between major and minor tonalities in a lilting 6/8 time signature and the recurring refrain literally soars. ...

A tender arrangement of this chorale of conviction and resolve: “This truth remains unshaken.” Scored for SATB and piano, it is a strong statement of faith appropriate for any service of worship and particularly poignant for a service of...

A traditional African-American spiritual comes alive in an exciting setting for TTBB and piano. Written for the Southern Chorale of the University of Southern Mississippi to be sung in a benefit concert in Carnegie Hall following the devastation of...

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...

In this thoughtful interpretation of Psalm 30:6 Mark Hayes paints the sunrise with all of the glorious colors of joy. Together the choir and the gorgeous piano accompaniment bring the truth of the promise of joy in the morning to life for those longing...

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...

Is the church a place for the lonely, the sick, the hurting, the anxious?  This simple, sincere anthem by Amy Tate Williams emphatically states that it is.  “Who can still my anxious heart?”  Only Jesus.  Open wide the...

Mark Hayes best-selling anthem in the Beckenhorst catalog set for SATB (BP1402), SSAA (BP1598) and TTBB BP1599).  An orchestration for all three voicings is also available (BP1402A). Companion products (digital downloads): Grace - accompaniment...

This Lenten anthem takes a classic Baroque form and combines it with text by Fanny Crosby. Perfect for educating your group on historic musical forms and stylistic choices. Companion products (digital downloads): Passacaglia of Praise - B-flat or C...

An SATB chorus for general worship with lyrics by Eileen Berry.

Useful as a prayer response, a communion offering or a general selection, Lantz provides us with a serene selection about the presence of God.  Lyrics by Gene Grier.   Lyrics by Gene Grier

Now Is the Time is an empowering anthem for SSA (ICC1081) or SA (ICC1080) ensembles by Leeann Starkey. The song’s text declares "We lift up our voice, let the whole world hear us, listen to the power of love breaking through fear.” With accessible...

The words of devotion are heightened by a beautifully lyric melody and lush accompaniment in this exquisite setting of Fanny Crosby's text.  

This regal, stately second movement of Craig Courtney’s trilogy, Divine Encounter, is based on Micah 6:6-8. As we partake of God's bounty, our gratitude urges us to offer ourselves as living sacrifices to serve God and people alike...

Bring the spirit of traditional Irish folk music to your choir with this delightful SAB arrangement of "I'll Tell Me Ma” by Jordan Dollins. This lively piece captures the infectious energy and playful charm of the classic Irish tune, perfect for...

A strong, rhythmic song of thanks and praise based on 1 Chronicles 16: 8-31 and incorporating KREMSER, (We Gather Together).  Scored for SATB Choir and keyboard with choral parts well within the reach of the average church choir.

Scored for SATB choir and keyboard with optional trumpet, this strong anthem of praise is suitable for any service of praise and worship and is within the reach of an average church choir.  Optional trumpet part is included in the octavo.

A thoughtful setting of Habakkuk 3:16-19, reminding us to rejoice in the Lord through all of life’s circumstances. The strength of the text is foundational to the strength of the setting, resolutely bringing the listener to a place of commitment...

A fresh arrangement of BROTHER JAMES’ AIR for SATB Choir and keyboard ready for any occasion.  A tender, quiet beginning with gentle, flowing accompaniment broadens as it approaches the final emphatic statement.

This spirited and engaging call to give thanks and praise is driven by a rhythmic accompaniment and includes the first verse of Now Thank We All Our God. Scored for SATB choir and keyboard, the anthem is accessible for the average church choir.  

SATB - For general worship.  It’s brevity and celebrative character make it a perfect introit anthem.

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 ACDA for their 2020 Conference, Marques L. A. Garrett's...