Choral

A spirited TTBB arrangement of this Howard Helvey favorite with piano four-hand accompaniment.  Also available for SATB voicing (BP1772). Companion products: Joshua Fit de Battle of Jericho SATB

This regal, stately anthem is based on words by Jaroslaz Vajda that implore the great Builder to build the Church into a holy structure where He can dwell for eternity.  These prayerful words also become a description of what the Church is to be...

Dedicated to the victims of hurricane Katrina, its penitential message works well for Lent, Ash Wednesday and Communion.  Lyrics by Pamela Martin

A beautiful new setting of the timeless Washington Gladden text which comes to life musically with a passion appropriate to the prayer. Melody, harmony and accompaniment blend seamlessly into a dynamic whole. While uniquely suitable for Holy Week, this...

Written in memory of two lives lost in a plane crash, this SATB anthem is not only an expression of loved ones lost but also a reminder of God's faithfulness in times of turmoil. "Alpha and Omega, Lord there is none like You." COMPANION PRODUCT Sacred...

A great opportunity for the men to shine in this spirited SATB a cappella spiritual.  Lots of interesting rhythm and vocal patterns. Suitable for concert or worship. Also available in TTBB voicing. Companion products: Ezekiel Saw the Wheel...

Praise resounds from every measure of this new setting of the familiar hymn for SATB choir and keyboard. From the quiet beginning to the exuberant ending, we experience a growing dynamic of text and alleluias. This anthem is suitable for any service of...

It is always a treasure to find an anthem based on a familiar scripture passage.  Lloyd Larson joins two favorite passages, Romans 8:28 and Jeremiah 29:11, a tender melody and a rich accompaniment to create an anthem of hope and comfort...

This moving anthem is a prayer to participate in the complete Easter experience, building steadily from Gethsemane to the triumphant resurrection.  SATB choral parts are within reach of the average church choir and are enhanced by the wonderful rich...

A new setting of the John Grape hymn.  Elvina Hall's text of the cross makes this a wonderful choice for Lent, although can be sung throughout the year because of the centrality of its doctrine.  Also available for SSAA and TTBB voices. Jesus...

Arranged by John Ness Beck in 1963 for a Carnegie Hall performance of the "Sounds of Ed Montgomery" vocal ensemble, this wonderful setting lay virtually forgotten until 1991, when it came to the attention of Beckenhorst Press and revised by Craig...

Imagery of God's light shining through the windows of heaven flow throughout this exquisite Pamela Stewart text, masterfully set to music by Craig Courtney. Available in SATB, SSAA, and TTBB voicings. COMPANION PRODUCTSBP2378RTDL – The Windows of Heaven...

Craig Courtney, SATB, 1308, Christmas, trumpet, congregation, Companion products (digital downloads): Christmas Choral Fantasy - trumpet part - digital download Companion products (printed copies): Christmas Choral Fantasy - trumpet part 

Joseph Martin’s lively Easter day anthem. The use of multimeter and a variety of textures provide both rhythmic and melodic contrast throughout. 

A gentle, yet persistent invitation to the communion table, driven by the tender, compelling piano accompaniment. An SATB setting well within the reach of the average church choir, this anthem will be a valuable addition to any choir’s repertoire...

Karen Wilson's lovely text explores the imagery of the Lamb of God born in a manger bed while Joan Pinkston's beautiful melody carries us to the recurring refrain: "Gloria! to the newborn king."  On the last page you will literally hear the angel...

A delicate four-hand accompaniment reminiscent of a music box is the backdrop for this lovely German lullaby to the Christ Child.  The mood of the entire setting is one of restraint and lyricism and Mr. Helvey's gift for keyboard writing makes this...

This regal hymn of praise is a great choice for any part of the Easter season. Amy Tate Williams takes texts from Revelation and uses independent vocal lines that build in dynamics and complexity throughout the octavo.  By quoting the hymn...

Craig Courtney has taken text from John Newton, the famous lyricist of Amazing Grace, and set it to a gentle and beautiful SATB anthem suitable for any general use. Also available in SSAA voicing (BP1720) Companion products: The Music of Thy Name - SSAA

A beautiful SATB setting of a classic spiritual.  Also available for TTBB voices in the collection Spiritual Glory! Spiritual Glory!  

Because of its Psalm text, Blessed Is the Nation can be interpreted on two levels, with "nation" meaning either the spiritual kingdom or an earthly kingdom, making it suitable for patriotic services or for general worship.  Optional trumpets...

Dan Forrest introduces us to a little-known text by Fanny Crosby in this lilting anthem in 6/8 meter.  This is suitable for smaller choirs but Mr. Forrest maintains interest through the use of brief a cappella sections, canon and strong unison and...

An anthem of comfort appropriate for the entire church year.

The use of lydian mode, hemiola, two contrasting melodies that occur simultaneously at the end of the piece and a vibrant accompaniment make this selection stand out as a truly unique Palm Sunday anthem

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...