Choral

This well-known hymn becomes a powerful call to praise in this arrangement for SATB choir with a driving, rhythmic piano 4-hand accompaniment. The intensity builds from start to finish. Two capable pianists are necessary to support the choir in this...

SATB  This joyful celebration of the Resurrection begins with a lively dance-like tune that proceeds as a kind of choral variations on a theme, first with the addition of playful brass writing, then with lush divisi vocal writing and finally as a...

A rousing setting of the well-known spiritual for SATB choir and 4-hand piano accompaniment.  Also available for TTBB voicing (BP1875). Companion products: Joshua Fit de Battle of Jericho - TTBB

Based on an early American tune - A Gift to be Simple.  Appropriate for Thanksgiving.  Also available for SAB voices in the collection Small but Mighty. Small but Mighty  

Howard Helvey once again displays his considerable talent in setting this mournful carol about the Slaughter of the Innocents.  As always, his ability to write duet accompaniment adds texture, color and interest.  Alternating between major and...

Now arranged for a cappella choir so that this parting blessing can be sung anywhere, anytime! Kyle Pederson's simple yet heartfelt new melody for this traditional Irish blessing will resonate with your choir as well as your audience. Additional text by...

Effervescent, high-spirited and enthusiastic describe this anthem.  It employs simple counterpoint, dotted rhythms and a beautifully lyric middle section. SATB, based on Psalms 96 and 40: 2-3 

Simple and sensitively arranged by Howard Helvey.  The flute part is included in the octavo.

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...

Built on selected text from the well-known hymn, “Be Still My Soul”, this anthem, scored for SATB choir, is suitable for any occasion. The gentle, flowing keyboard accompaniment beautifully complements the comfort and reassurance of the text.

Downloadable (PDF) educational curriculum for BP2242 Shalom (Dan Forrest). Written by Dr. Jamie Hillman and Dr. Dan Forrest. Includes composer/lyricist bios, questions for reflection and discussion about the text and music, and performance...

Mark Hayes’ new setting of Psalm 150 is treated as a choral call and a congregational response. It is further enhanced through the use of handbells and a highly effective organ accompaniment. The response is so catchy that many will find themselves...

The words of Pamela Martin lead us through three scenes centered around the Upper Room. In the first scene, we find the Savior washing the disciples' feet and serving them the meal that foreshadows the cross. In the second scene, we gaze from the Upper...

This beautiful, emotional setting of the Isaac Watts poem incorporates the composer’s original hymn tune BETHPAGE. While suitable for any number of occasions, it will be particularly effective for All Saints or a service of memorial

SATB - based on STILLE NACHT by Franz Gruber and Prelude in C by J. S. Bach.  Appropriate for Christmas.  Also available for SAB voices in the collection Small but Mighty. Small but Mighty  

Craig Courtney's powerful SATB selection for general use during the church year. 

Based on a timeless poem by Eugene Field, Wynken, Blynken, and Nod tells the story of children sailing and fishing among the stars in the night sky. The piano accompaniment brings the story to life as the choir sings the tale with accessible harmonies...

Judging from sales figures, many of you enjoyed singing and directing Mr. Helvey's wonderful a cappella setting of Ride On, King Jesus.  In this fine arrangement, he moves from Palm Sunday to Pentecost by setting the well-known spiritual, Ev'ry Time...

This Lenten anthem takes a classic Baroque form and combines it with text by Fanny Crosby. Perfect for educating your group on historic musical forms and stylistic choices. Companion products (digital downloads): Passacaglia of Praise - B-flat or C...

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.

A beautiful adaptation of Henry Lyte’s poem set to the tune of O WALY WALY. A lovely, gently flowing accompaniment brings the words to life. Written for SATB Choir and Piano in an arrangement suitable for the average church choir. Appropriate for...

Howard Helvey’s jazz setting of the well-known carol.  A complete orchestral accompaniment (BP1438A) is available. Companion products (printed copies): Go, Tell It on the Mountain - orchestral accompaniment Also available in other voicings: ...

Molly Ijames' artful piano accompaniment combines with gospel-influenced vocal textures and rhythms in this new arrangement. An optional cajon part provides additional interest as the anthem gradually grows to its dramatic finish. COMPANION PRODUCTSI...

This new setting of Langston Hughes’ text celebrates the joy of new life and the beauty of this earth with flowing triplets, driving rhythms, and great joy! Part of the Beckenhorst Press Concert Series, providing high-quality repertoire suitable for...

A lyric anthem for solo voice and choir for Lent or Holy Week (Good Friday).  Lyrics by Herb Frombach.  Flute part included in the octavo.