Choral

Experience the weight of both Gethsemane and Calvary in this poignant anthem suitable for Maundy Thursday or Good Friday. A keyboard interlude incorporating “Ah, Holy Jesus” gives the worshipper time for contemplation. Scored for SATB choir...

A prayer text from The Book of Common Prayer, as timely today as when it was originally penned in 1662, is particularly engaging in this relaxed and soulful gospel setting. The composer offers contemporary alternatives to the ancient text without...

Craig Courtney's beautiful piano accompaniment begins this tender anthem that is almost lullaby like. The quiet and intimate vocal parts eventually open to a powerful climax that is sure to offer a moving musical experience for both your choir and...

A thoughtful setting for SATB choir and keyboard speaking to the anticipation of the Promised One. This Advent anthem is well within the reach of the average church choir. Lyrics by Jan McGuire.  

SATB - Lyrics by Pamela Martin.  Appropriate for general worship.

Stand with Martin Luther as he nails his 95 Theses to the door of the Wittenberg Castle Church and feel the emotion of this pivotal act in the Protestant Reformation. This stunning arrangement will make history come alive with its dramatic interpretation...

This wonderful, energetic arrangement of the traditional English carol with a fresh, new text will quickly become a favorite to sing and hear. Scored for SATB choir and piano, the setting is challenging but rewarding. A wonderful piece for a concert...

Craig Courtney has taken text from Isaiah 40 and crafted it into a piece for general use in your worship service with optional brass sextet and trumpet solo. Companion products (digital downloads): Those Who Wait on the Lord - brass sextet - digital...

A simple, sincere anthem that is perfect for Christmas Eve services.

A fresh arrangement of BROTHER JAMES’ AIR for SATB Choir and keyboard ready for any occasion.  A tender, quiet beginning with gentle, flowing accompaniment broadens as it approaches the final emphatic statement.

Unison - John Ness Beck’s anthem in the style of a breezy cakewalk. Psalm 100

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." COMPANION PRODUCT Sacred...

One of the most-used Psalms in musical compositions, Caleb French’s setting stands alone. The 7/8 meter and use of tambourine bring the words alive in a new way. All of this stands in contrast to the middle section’s lyricism and exquisite...

The promises of the Twenty-Third Psalm text come to life in this deep but tender setting as it moves through the strong statement of faith for this life through the development of the beautiful musical picture of life eternal.  Available in SATB and...

A gentle back-and-forth rhythm, reminiscent of a weaver working a loom, paints a picture of the weaving of a life of loving and faithful service. This graceful SATB setting for choir and piano is accessible for even a small choir and will be perfect on...

The original American Folk melody takes on new significance in this stunning, deeply moving arrangement. The aching beauty in the persistent power of the promise in the text resolves in settled conviction in the final statement. It will leave the...

Keith Ross has taken Charles Wesley's classic poem based on the book of Genesis and set it for SATB chorus, handbells (BP1304A), snare drum, and organ. Companion products (digital downloads): Wrestling Jacob - handbell part - digital download Companion...

A powerful setting of the beloved hymn, God of Our Fathers, using traditional NATIONAL HYMN hymntune the alternate text by Daniel C. Roberts. This piece is full of surprises from the a cappella opening phrase, through the 3/4 meter of the second verse...

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

A sensitively-written Christmas SATB setting of words of great depth and inspiration.  A full orchestral accompaniment (BP1719A) is available. Companion products (printed copies): Never a Brighter Star - orchestral accompaniment

An outstanding S(S)ATB anthem featuring a brass quartet and congregation participation. Mr. Courtney has taken the well known tune of TIDINGS (from Luke 10, Romans 10) and transformed it into a majestic, challenging anthem for your adult 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...

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  

A youthful vigor desribes the character of Mark Hayes' new setting of Isaac Watts' immortal words.  He accomplishes this through sharp rhythms, mixed meter and a lively orchestration for brass and percussion.   Also available for...

This marvelous mixed choir a cappella setting of a Matthew Bridges prayer offers an opportunity for a finely tuned mixed choir to present a text replete with emotion in a setting equal to its depth.