Choral

With the driving accompaniment in the hands of two capable pianists, this powerful arrangement of the traditional English carol offers excitement from the first note to the last; a challenge well worth the effort. A stunning Christmas concert opener...

Craig Courtney’s best-selling setting of NICAE, suitable for the entire church year.  String quartet accompaniment available. Companion products (digital downloads): Thou Art Holy - SATB - string quartet - digital download Companion products...

A rousing Christmas opener scored for four hand piano with optional flute, oboe and percussion. Lots of dynamic interest building to an emphatic closing proclamation. A thrilling presentation with choral parts well within the reach of the average choir...

A gentle instrumental introduction sets the stage for this setting of the classic Christmas carol, continuing under the familiar text with a quiet intensity as it builds to the strong statement of purpose, “Christ the Savior is born”, then...

Craig Courtney sets words from Psalm 33 for SATB choir and piano with optional flute or violin. Text including "the earth is full of the goodness of the Lord" is then painted by floating instrumental quotes of LASST UNS ERFREUEN, before the anthem closes...

This arrangement offers a reverent and contemplative musical consideration of the Savior’s great love. The selected verses reference the highlights of Christ’s life and ministry up to and including Palm Sunday and the crucifixion. Effective...

Video of SSAA voicing: Winner of Honorable Mention in the 2020 King's Singers New Music Prize, Marianne Forman's sparkling music sets James Weldon Johnson's text about singing through adversity: "...and if the way grows darker still, shadowed by...

An introspective anthem suitable for Lenten and general worship.  Lyrics by Pamela Martin. COMPANION PRODUCT Sacred Solos of Craig Courtney Volume 2 Low Voice PRINT | DIGITAL Medium Voice PRINT | DIGITAL High Voice PRINT | DIGITAL Virtual Choir...

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,...

SATB anthem.  Best selling octavo.  Appropriate for Transfiguration and general worship.  Also available for SAB voicing in the collection Small But Mighty II. Also available in other voicings: Small but Mighty II

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...

SATB - A haunting, unresolved piano motif begins and ends this contemplative selection.  In between, ascending, question-like vocal phrases express Pamela Martin's poignant text concerning the cost of discipleship.  This anthem is especially...

Written in 1923, Great Is Thy Faithfulness, by William Runyon and Thomas Chisholm, has become one of the most-sung and loved hymns in churches around the world.   In this new arrangement, Craig Courtney approaches the hymn in the style of...

Craig Courtney infuses new joy and life into the CWM RHONDA tune with a buoyant syncopated accompaniment. The setting gradually gains intensity, culminating in a strong final chorus, "Songs of praises I will ever give to Thee."COMPANION PRODUCTSGuide Me,...

Scripture quotes from Romans 11 provide framing for the venerable hymn text and Holst's THAXTED ("Jupiter") tune in this stirring anthem of praise. Congregation can be added on the hymn tune, and an optional organ part (available separately) can be used...

A tranquil, flowing accompaniment builds in intensity as the power of the beloved John 3:16 text unfolds. This beautiful anthem, scored for SATB Choir and Piano, is perfect for any time, any place. It is classic.

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. ...

"Awake our souls to sing once more the songs that long have silent been..." Jonathan Cook's text finds a poignant and rich musical setting from Craig Courtney in this anthem for SATB chorus and piano, suitable for general worship or comfort and healing...

Dynamic, driving and celebratory are just a few of the words that describe Dan Forrest’s new setting of Praise to the Lord, the Almighty, commissioned by Duke Chapel. He also provides several options for accompaniment forces. This tour de force is...

This a cappella setting of the familiar sacred text from the Sarum Primer provides a quiet personal reflection in Howard Helvey's elegant cathedral style. As always, careful attention to detail and voiceleading are hallmarks of Howard's work. May be sung...

"Sing to the Lord, with a song give Him glory, Heaven will hear and join in our praise; the Father Himself singing over His children, taking delight in the anthems we raise." There is a little bit of heaven on earth when you hear this ethereal yet joyful...

SATB - Appropriate for Christmas services and concerts.  A full orchestral accompaniment (BP1791A) is available. Companion products (digital downloads): Carol of Joy - orchestral accompaniment - digital download Companion products (printed...

A bright new arrangement of the traditional carol. Exciting rhythmic accompaniment introduces the lively first verse and chorus which contrasts a quiet, contemplative second verse and chorus. The anthem ends with a strong, dynamic invitation to...

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! ...

The tender, yet powerful, SATB setting of the classic hymn O LOVE THAT WILL NOT LET ME GO is now arranged for SSA and TTBB with an optional cello line. It is a moving prayer of commitment and assurance, appropriate for any service of worship. Melody and...