Choral

Obedience, discipleship and commitment are the themes of this lesser-known spiritual.  The mood of the anthem - austere, languid and plaintive - is perfect for the Lenten season and the reference to Jesus' return to heaven certainly makes it...

A regal anthem useful for Easter, Ascension and Christ the King.  A full score and parts (BP1498A) and parts for a 4-5 octave handbell choir (BP1498B) and brass sextet are available. Companion products (digital downloads): Hark, Ten Thousand Harps...

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. 

A new presentation of a much-loved African American Spiritual, arranged for SATB Choir, soloists and keyboard. All of the highlights of the salvation story, suitable for any Sunday during the church year, but with a clear Easter emphasis.

This anthem offers a tender telling of the Christmas story using the melody and text of the traditional Irish Wexford Carol in a new arrangement for SATB choir and piano. Perfect for Christmas Eve.

One of the repertoires most beautiful spirituals, Give Me Jesus expresses the all-sufficiency of Christ in everything that life brings us.  Mr. Courtney's setting captures the simplicity of the melody by constantly varying the pianistic textures...

Mark Hayes best-selling anthem in the Beckenhorst catalog set for SATB (BP1402), SSAA (BP1598) and TTBB BP1599). An orchestration for all three voicings is also available (BP1402A).  Companion products (digital downloads): Grace - accompaniment...

One Jehovah (movement 1 of TRINITY: Our God of Hope and Help) is a reverent but tender hymn exalting Father, Son, and Spirit and praying for God’s presence and help. Optional vocal solos provide a sense of personal meaning and expressive...

Lyrics by Susan Bentall Boersma.  A quiet, invitation to communion, a prayerful call to come to the table, and in the call is heard the whisper of our name. This anthem provides a poignant opportunity to experience the Lord’s Supper in a...

A passionate and delicate new setting of the Philip Bliss text THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD IS JESUS written for SATB choir and piano. While suitable for any celebration of worship, this would be a wonderful addition to your Christmas Eve service.

This octavo was written with the conviction that congregations not only want to hear their favorite Easter hymns - they also want to sing along.  The last page of the octavo is provided with permission to copy for congregational use, as the choir...

Driven by a rhythmic piano accompaniment in 7/8 and 4/4, punctuated by choir clapping at the conclusion, this exciting anthem asks and answers the question “Who is God that we should praise Him?” Available in SATB (BP2002) and TTBB (BP2024)...

2-Part - We introduce you to Mr. Courtney’s anthem based on Psalms 145 and 150.   This number, which also contains a modal setting of the doxology text, can be done with any 2-part choir or, by using the alternate voicing indications,...

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...

Dan Forrest’s classical choral remix of this 2016 Goo Goo Dolls song produces a surprisingly effective addition to crossover choral repertoire for concert choirs. Available in both SATB and SSAA voicings, with optional string...

A tender hymn of praise, reminding us that in the end we are all frail and broken in the hand of a merciful God. Well within the reach of a small choir.  Suitable for a memorial service or other service of remembrance. Now available scored for SATB...

Familiar words and a new refrain in a fresh, free setting. This powerful piece will quickly become a favorite. The final words of the refrain: “The Son of God, the righteous One is crucified for me” make the piece a perfect choice for Good...

One of John Beck’s most popular SATB anthems. It combines Bach’s Jesu Joy of Man’s Desiring with the hymn Blessed Assurance.  A "must own" for any church musician. Suitable for general worship.

Add a string quartet to this joyful arrangement of a well-known hymn set for SATB and piano, and the result is a classical setting that will forever live as a favorite for your choir and congregation alike. The imperative “Rejoice” is felt...

A spirited proclamation of the birth of the Savior, scored for a cappella SATB choir. Singers and worshippers alike will be caught up in the exuberance of the text and music.

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!...

This beautiful SATB setting of the Catalan lullaby joins the renowned group of Howard Helvery’s 4-hand-accompanied carols that so many choirs have enjoyed.   It attains that difficult balance between simplicity and interest through a...

PDF Download of SSAA choir with piano. Also available for SATB choir let me listen - SATB or TTBB choir let me listen (TTBB). COMPANION PRODUCTS let me listen - accompaniment track - digital download   let me listen - SSAA - guitar part...

The search for an adequate gift for the newborn Savior has been explored many times in Christmas carols and anthems.  In The Gift, the tension between our lack as finite, sinful humans and Christ's abundance as Lord of creation is evident in the...

Celtic in nature, this SATB anthem can be used throughout the year.  Lyrics by Eileen Berry.  Flute part in the octavo.