Choral

A song of faith and hope based on Psalm 56.  The text gives a powerful testimony to the assurance that all of life is in God’s mighty hand. The vocal solo is optional.  Lyrics by Susan Bentall Boersma Available in other voicings: ...

In times of grief and sorrow, God's love, peace, and mercy act to sustain us during our losses. This SATB anthem, based on an excerpt in Jeremiah, reflects that message through song. 

Fannie Crosby, whose story as a blind hymnist has inspired composers worldwide, penned the text for this SATB anthem. Never before has this particular text been set to music. It provides an answer to discipleship we all work to model on a daily...

SATB  GREENSLEEVES  Starting with a harp-like accompaniment, you will be led through fresh harmonizations to a climatic third verse filled with drama and pathos.  A TTBB setting of this same arrangement can be found in Christmas Glory!...

Tender and sincere are the two words which characterize John Ness Beck’s setting of these beloved verses from Isaiah 40 and Psalm 23.  This is an obvious choice for The Good Shepherd but the theme of God’s care is applicable throughout...

A best selling anthem full of power and majesty. A separate flute part (BP1403A) is available for Courtney’s arrangement of Dan Schutte's contemporary song of commitment.   Companion products (digital copies): Here I Am, Lord -...

A stunning SATB choir and piano 4-hands setting of the George Herbert/Ralph Vaughan Williams classic, transcribed and edited by Craig Courtney. The brilliant accompaniment adds to the overall impact of this wonderful piece. Particularly effective as a...

An SATB setting of the classic text and tune suitable for Advent or Christmas

Energy and power characterize this song of victory from first note to last.  Optional timpani and brass quartet (JH519A) add to its sense of drama while the relative ease of the vocal lines make it accessible to all choirs.  This dynamic...

A compelling affirmation of our worth in the eyes of our Creator, giving voice to those with special needs and those who love actively and selflessly. The evocative piano accompaniment creates a thoughtful foundation for the haunting melody and combines...

Ding! Dong! Merrily on High joins the distinctive list of Mr. Helvey's superb carol arrangements with 4-hand accompaniment.  This latest addition literally sparkles with joy.  By constantly varying harmonization, pianistic texture and part...

Effective for Palm Sunday.  Optional percussion part included in the octavo

Howard Helvey provides the Beckenhorst Press catalog with another Yuletide arrangement involving 4-hand accompaniment in this sparkling setting of the Sussex Carol.  Like it's predecessors, Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing Day and Joseph Dearest, Joseph...

In a time when "cheap grace" is so prevalent, this anthem comes as a refreshing statement that discipleship is costly.  Pamela Martin's text beautifully states that the Lord desires gifts of the heart: a yearning soul, a grateful attitude, and a...

In this unique anthem, the “song” becomes a metaphor for the life we have in the Spirit.  As we learn its divine rhythm and melody, God creates that song within us.  Craig Courtney has chosen the samba to reflect the flavor of the...

David Lantz’s guitar-like accompaniment, the predominance of open fifths and simple, open harmonies create a selection reminiscent of early American folk song while John Parker’s lyrics contrast hope with supplication.  Relative vocal...

Lloyd Larson has added his own lyrics and melody to the sacred poetry of Horatius Bonar and Gustav Holst’s THAXTED tune, resulting in an anthem of regal beauty. A congregational part allows those gathered in worship to add their voices in praise...

A tender prayer to the God of all comfort that He who sees and cares for each sparrow will lovingly care for us, His own children. Lyrics by Jonathan Cook.  The flute or violin part is included in the octavo.

Dan Forrest’s fourth major work continues in the vein of his previous major works, exploring profound themes of what it is to be human. the breath of life ponders the beauty - yet brevity - of human life as portrayed in a single...

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...

Fitting for general worship with piano, brass and timpani accompaniment (BP1750A).  Lyrics by Fred Pratt Green. Companion products (digital downloads): When in Our Music God Is Glorified - score and instrumental parts - digital download Companion...

A steady and persistent "walking" piano accompaniment supports a new and gracefully arching melody for this hymn text, pulling it into the 21st century as it prays for a renewed and continued walk with the Savior.

A treasured Advent hymn is reborn in this haunting setting, now available for SSAA chorus with piano and optional cello. The integrity and strength of the text is beautifully developed, moving steadily to its compelling conclusion. Note: Cello part for...

An SATB, best selling anthem. The very singable melody is treated with simplistic compositional techniques that give the beginning four-part choir the chance to succeed. Also available for 2-part mixed voices in the collection Small but Mighty...

During the procession section of this Palm Sunday anthem, each section of the choir enters singing a different phrase from the nineteenth chapter of Luke.  As musical forces and dynamics are added there is a growing sense of excitement that is...