Choral

Commissioned by a church in Sioux City, Iowa, which was forced to relocate due to flooding, this lyrical anthem speaks of God’s presence with us in times of hardship.  A wonderful musical expression of comfort and courage for confirmation,...

A refrain of Alleluias surrounds this prayer for healing written by Joseph Martin. Inspiring musical images become metaphors for redemption: "Lord, heal our wounded alleluias; touch our fragile, simple praise; comfort every troubled wayward song with...

This beautiful SATB arrangement of the traditional spiritual is both restful and intense as peace, love and joy ebb and flow from river to ocean, to fountain and back again. It is now available for SSAA Choir and Piano and for TTBB Choir and Piano. ...

 A thoughtful, meditative, yet intense consideration of Christ’s plea from the cross. Perfect for Good Friday

Virtual Choir Kit available for the SATB version.  Companion products (digital downloads): Shalom - accompaniment track Also available for: SATB choir (seen in video above) TBB choir 2-part mixed chorus Vocal Duet

Ken Berg’s "Saints Go Marchin'!" is a lively and fun arrangement of the classic "The Saints Go Marching In," set for SATB voices and four-hand piano. With its upbeat energy and opportunity for audience participation, this piece is sure to be a...

A refrain of Alleluias surrounds this prayer for healing written by Joseph Martin. Inspiring musical images become metaphors for redemption: "Lord, heal our wounded alleluias; touch our fragile, simple praise; comfort every troubled wayward song with...

A new tune for a worthy hymn text! Craig Courtney's stately musical setting allows the various metaphors for Scripture to shine clearly in this anthem, suitable as a prayer for illumination or general worship. Optional congregation (reproducible hymn...

One of Craig Courtney's best selling anthems, an Easter classic, for 2-part mixed - French horn part included in the octavo.  A brass quartet (BP1273A) and a full orchestration (BP1273B) are also available.   Companion products (digital...

A mystical presentation based on Rev. 21:5, offering the listener the opportunity to "step by faith" into the company of those who, from the beginning of time, have heard and believed the promise that God is making all things new.  This truth is...

Part of the Beckenhorst Congregational Anthem Series, this lush setting of Silent Night from Molly Ijames works equally well as a simple SATB anthem with optional congregation, or a congregational hymn with extra beauty and choral descant. Optional flute...

A versatile arrangement of the beloved hymn, written for 2-part choir to be sung by treble choir or adult mixed choir and congregation.  Scored for flute, cello, handbells (the 2-4 octave handbell part is included in the octavo) and piano or harp...

Perhaps the best word to describe Craig Courtney’s first and best-selling published anthem is “dramatic”.  Each verse and refrain has an entirely different texture and atmosphere, from a slow caravan march to the pounding nails of...

A new festival setting of the traditional hymn, sure to add energy and joy to your Palm Sunday celebration. For SATB choir and organ with optional brass quartet and percussion, as well as optional children's choir and congregation. COMPANION...

Perhaps the complexity of modern life encourages current composers to write music that harkens back to the simplicity of early America.  Pepper Choplin’s Deep Waters does just that in his a cappella composition based on the fifth chapter of...

How would a child sing the mighty statement of faith found in the 19th chapter of Job?  This anthem, written in memory of eleven-year-old Janna Miller, is imbued with the sincerity and simplicity of child-like faith.  The well-known Old...

This SATB setting, driven by an exciting four-hand piano accompaniment, builds in intensity with every Glory, Hallelujah! The a cappella opening will take your congregation by surprise and the development will hold them until the last Hallelujah! ...

NEW: A Virtual Choir Kit is now available for this piece. SATB voices and piano combine in floating melodic lines and resonant harmonies, lending an ethereal quality to this delightful piece in the new Beckenhorst Press Concert Series for...

This thoughtful, poetic consideration of life through the seasons is wonderfully suited for times of contemplation and prayer. Scored for SATB chorus and piano, it is beautifully enhanced with the addition of the optional string quartet. Companion...

New life is breathed into the much-loved original hymn in this thoughtful new setting. . . so gentle yet so strong. Scored for SATB Choir and Piano, it is also available for TTBB and SSAA. Score and parts for full orchestra are also available...

A magical carol setting that transports the listener into Christina Rossetti's beloved Christmas text written in London (listen for the subtle hints of Big Ben!). Ethereal melodic echos eventually build to soaring vocal lines before giving way to a...

This beautiful new setting combines a gentle pleading with a strong reassurance in a poignant combination of a cappella and accompanied phrases set for SATB Choir, Piano and optional String Quartet with Harp or String Orchestra. A marvelous addition to...

A beautiful arrangement of a traditional Shaker hymn for SATB, SSA or TTBB choir and piano accompaniment, particularly suitable in these times of uncertainty. Perfect as a warm, affirmative call or response to prayer. Also available in other voicings: ...

SATB - Amy Grant and Chris Eaton, arranged by Craig Courtney.  Appropriate for Christmas.  Available in SSA (BP1660) and SAB (BP1664) voicings.  Full orchestral accompaniment (BP1656A) available. This piece is not available as a...

It would be difficult to find a more spirited arrangement of this much-loved carol. It requires an above-average accompanist and an energetic choir ready to work with the promise that the end result will make it worth the effort. This is an excellent...