Choral

Howard Helvey provides the Beckenhorst Press catalog with another Yuletide TTBB 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,...

The Baroque oratorio becomes the model for this stately, yet light-hearted setting of Philippians 4:4, 6 and 7 and the well-known hymn, Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart.  Parts for 2 instruments in C or B-flat (BP1466A) are available. Companion products...

The quiet intensity of this new adaptation of the John B.Dykes classic, HOLY, HOLY, HOLY, builds as it incorporates and expands the original tune and text, making it a perfect way to introduce a time of worship and praise. It is available in SATB, TTBB...

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...

An a cappella SSAATTBB arrangement of this delightful carol. A spectacular program piece for the college/university choir or an exciting challenge for the capable church choir.

Mark Hayes transforms the pentatonicism of the traditional hymn tune into a murmuring atmospheric texture in piano and SATB voices. Newly written material adds interest and contrast, building to an impactful high point before returning to the opening...

Howard Helvey has taken the Prayer of St. Francis of Assisi and transformed it into an exquisite anthem for SATB choir. The various key areas and growing melodic phrases are sure to leave this text in the heart and minds of your congregation and choir.

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...

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."

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...

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...

"As the path leads through sorrow, will the Lord still be my stay? Jesus answers with His presence and makes my spirit sing, in the shadow of His wing." Lloyd Larson is at his best in this setting of Carol Hodge's comforting text, providing an accessible...

SATB - Sicut Locutus from Bach’s Magnificat with a resurrection text making it perfect for Easter day.  Optional cello and bass parts are included in the octavo

A beautiful a cappella SATB choir setting of the Christian Robert Shockley (with thanks to Mr. Fred Rogers) text, suitable for any time of contemplation and prayer. Beautiful in its simplicity and subtle urgency.

An a cappella anthem appropriate for the Christmas season. The charming melody and narrative text combine to form a selection that will be the highlight of your Christmas celebration. 

A solid proclamation of the truth of Psalm 90. This strong anthem of praise is scored for SATB choir and piano and is  suitable for Thanksgiving or general worship. The lilting melody will keep you humming for days. A  powerful ending gives it...

Give your choir and congregation the privilege of experiencing this traditional German Carol as never before. Courtney’s setting for TTBB choir, piano and optional string quartet gently redefines “joy” and challenges the...

A tender petition to the crucified Savior to allow us to participate in His suffering.  Enhanced by selected text from the Bach PASSION CHORALE, set to the gentle lilt of the Irish folk song Down By Sally Gardens and beautifully arranged by David...

This exuberant piece is the inaugural work in the new Beckenhorst Press Concert Series for school, community, and college choirs, edited by Dan Forrest. Commissioned by the Eastern Division of ACDA for their 2020 Conference, Marques L. A. Garrett's...

A Communion anthem featuring words by Fred Kaan set to the hymn tune ST. COLUMBA.  Optional violin part included in the octavo.  A reproduceable page for the congregation is also included in the octavo.

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.

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 joyful setting of the treasured Fanny Crosby hymn to the tune BEACH SPRING, set for SATB Choir and Piano. The gentle rhythm moves us forward and the creative interludes offer a musical picture of the joy of the journey and the confidence in the Leader...

Joy isn’t always expressed in major keys as evidenced in this minor mode song of victory. Major tonality is explored in a full statement of LLANFAIR before returning to Lloyd Larson’s original melody. Choral parts are easily learned, making...

This Christmas medley contains both tunes of Away in a Manger (MUELLER and CRADLE SONG), Scheidt's O Jesulein Suss and Infant Holy, Infant Lowly.  The glue that holds all this together is a hauting lullaby theme that emerges throughout the anthem,...