Choral

This poignant anthem was written in memory of a young man accidentally electrocuted by a special effects device called a Jacob’s Ladder. The text by Susan Boersma is based on Genesis 28:15-18 and the musical setting paints a vivid picture of the...

This lovely setting joins a long line of Mr. Helvey’s distinguished settings of spirituals.  Following a brief a cappella rendition of the tune, we find simple, sustained vocal lines supported by a flowing keyboard accompaniment.  A...

Psalm 23 takes on new life in this peaceful, contemplative setting based on a Chinese folk melody. The spare accompaniment and simplicity of the choral writing take us on a journey of solitude until the word ”forever” literally soars towards...

The hymn-tune OLIVET has been transformed by Lloyd Larson into a wonderful SATB anthem with a variety of harmonic treatments, key areas, and piano accompaniments. Suitable for Lent of general use. 

This lovely anthem provides solid comfort and reassurance in a gentle setting. It is suitable for any occasion of contemplative worship and would be especially effective in a memorial service.

A sweet, sincere anthem of the Shepherd's care.  The lyrics, meldy and flowing accompaniment have a simplicity and purity that reaches the wandering lamb in each of us.  Appropriate for Good Shepherd Sunday or services with themes of trust,...

SATB - appropriate for general use and memorial services. From John Ness Beck's 'A Festival of Psalms' Related titles in A Festival of Psalms series: A Festival of Psalms: Psalm 24 A Festival of Psalms: Psalm 46

Philip Young's SATB anthem is arragned here for memorial/funeral services and features a brass quintet. Companion products (digital downloads): Swing Low, Sweet Chariot - brass - digital download Companion products (printed copies): Swing Low, Sweet...

The retirement of a pastor, senior graduation and a dedication to a much-loved parishioner are just a few of the circumstances suitable for this wonderful setting bassed on the first chapter of Phillipians.  This lovely expression of gratitude and...

SATB - This lovely setting breathes new life into the much-loved prayer by Henry Lyte (1847).  Appropriate for any worship experience but especially effective during Lent or services of remembrance. Scored for SATB choir and piano, the beauty of...

An SATB selection with a text suitable for commemoration or honoring a special group of people.

Beckenhorst Press welcomes Mark Shepperd to the catalog with this lovely setting of Katharina von Schlegel's text of comfort.  Set to a new melody, Mr. Shepperd quotes both FINDLANDIA and EVENTIDE, giving the words added texture.

SATB, spiritual, memorials or general use.  Also available for TTBB voices in the collection Spiritual Glory! Spiritual Glory!

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...

Schubert's Lieder come to mind in this pastoral setting of Psalm 121, which overflows with a serene melody and an accompaniment that flows like a babbling brook.  Joseph Martin's Psalm paraphrase makes a superb musical selection in times of turmoil.

A poignant exploration of separation and the yearning for restoration of relationship with the Good Shepherd in a tender modern spiritual style by David Lantz III.  Lyrics by Susan Bentall Boersma.

SATB  Two passages in the book of Revelation become the text for this intensely dramatic song of heaven.  A perfect selection for memorial servies or All Saints Day

Hymnist Isaac Watts classic text has been given new life in this SATB anthem by Penny Rodriguez that speaks to Christ's strength and assurance for those who call him Father. Fitting for general worship or memorial services/funerals.

Suitable for general use, this is a powerful SATB anthem about the all-sufficiency of God.  Lyrics by Pamela Martin

Beckenhorst Press welcomes Mark Shepperd to the catalog with this lovely setting of Katharina von Schlegel's text of comfort.  Set to a new melody, Mr. Shepperd quotes both FINDLANDIA and EVENTIDE, giving the words added texture.

This SATB anthem provides both a text and melodic content that is both affirming and inspiring. 

Words and music combine in a sensitive exploration of the promise of renewal in nature, building to a reassuring celebration of life. Especially appropriate at the turn of the season or for services of memorial.

Transcribed from the TTBB collection (CC2) by the same name, this anthem is a medley chock-full of old-time favorite hymns, all with "heaven" as their theme.  The real appeal of this arrangement, though, is Mr. Helvey's ability to take smooth...

Perfect for a time of introspection and confession, this heartfelt setting of a Thomas Roehrich text provides comfort, hope and assurance. Written for SATB and piano and easily accessible for the average church choir.  

Stunning in its simplicity, this beautiful setting of “God Be With You Till We Meet Again” for SATB Choir and string quartet (B1929A) is sure to become a favorite way to close any time of worship. Companion products (digital downloads): ...