Choral

This simple yet ethereal setting of the early American folk hymn may be sung by two-part treble voices, or may be sung as an easy (parallel voicing) SATB anthem using the included markings in the score. Highly effective with minimal difficulty! For SA or...

A powerful, poignant song of confession combined with a plea for Mercy, “Kyrie eleison” in ever increasing complexity and voice layering. Scored for SATB with piano accompaniment. Suitable for any time of introspection and reconciliation and...

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...

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...

Through Leslie Leyland Fields’ words of great depth and meaning, we sing of our awe when we gaze upon the Infant Child. We not only witness the physical stable in Bethlehem, but also the stable of our hearts. Dan Forrest’s setting goes from...

“Where charity and love prevail, there God is ever found.” This English translation of Ubi Caritas is tenderly set to the RESIGNATION hymn tune, resulting in a simple but deeply moving prayer for peace and unity: “let strife among us be unknown, let all...

"Do you not know? Have you not heard Who spoke you into being with a word? That Word ensures forevermore: the Everlasting God, He is the Lord." Pamela Stewart's text brings Isaiah 40 to life to modern ears, and Craig Courtney's musical setting is deeply...

LUX: The Dawn From On High, is a 35 minute, 5-movement work for chorus (with three accompaniment size options). This masterwork encompasses ancient chant, shimmering light, unconditional love, heavenly joy, and deep peace in its setting of five texts...

SATB anthem.  Best selling octavo.  Appropriate for Transfiguration and general worship.  Also available for SAB voicing in the collection Small But Mighty II. Also available in other voicings: Small but Mighty II

"God is with us, God is for us; do not be afraid." Dan Forrest interweaves this refrain with comforting quotes from Scripture, "There shall be no night there, no crying there; God shall wipe away every tear from their eyes; lo, I am with you always, even...

A Virtual Choir Kit is available for this piece. We welcome Elaine Hagenberg to the Beckenhorst catalog with this beautiful arrangement of a traditional Shaker hymn for SATB choir with piano accompaniment. Perfect as a warm, affirmative call or...

Easter morning will begin with strong celebration when the congregation and SATB choir join the organ and optional brass quintet (2 trumpets, French horn, trombone, tuba or bass trombone) and timpani in this powerful hymn concertato.  Companion...

The fourth movement of Dan Forrest’s new LUX: The Dawn From On High is now available as a stand-alone octavo. Its infectious rhythmic energy, soaring vocal lines, and sparkling accompaniment will bring joy to your choir and audience alike, at...

A setting of the well-known hymn to the English/Irish folk tune O WALY WALY . The intermittent tenor drum line and haunting violin (parts included in the octavo) obbligato lend a solemn memorial air to the setting. Let your congregation be a part of...

A newly composed stirring refrain unifies the stanzas of the traditional chant melody in this highly accessible and easily learned anthem. Worth a look as a new framing for a familiar hymn in your Advent season! Optional cello part included in choral...

The beautiful, thoughtful, a cappella SATB chorus setting of the Howard Thurman text is now available arranged for SSAA Choir with piano and TTBB Choir with piano. It offers the challenge to live out the Christmas story in very practical ways. Errata:...

This energetic, rhythmic anthem is a wonderful, festive opener for any Christmas celebration, whether in a worship or a concert setting. Scored for SATB choir, keyboard and optional handbell choir and drum parts (drum parts included in the octavo),...

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...

Scored for SATB choir, piano, and optional string quintet/orchestra and percussion, this work is brimming with the joy of a new day surrounded by life and beauty, and uniquely captures the magic of e.e. cummings’ beloved poem in a...

New life is breathed into the much-loved original hymn in this thoughtful new setting. . . so gentle yet so strong. Scored for SATB Choir and Piano, it is also available for TTBB and SSAA. Score and parts for full orchestra are also available...

A beautiful new arrangement of an old favorite with opportunities for creative performance using solo voice, small choir and combined choirs.  Scored for SATB with piano and optional string quartet.  There is also an orchestral accompaniment...

A Virtual Choir Kit is available for this piece. We welcome Elaine Hagenberg to the Beckenhorst catalog with this beautiful arrangement of a traditional Shaker hymn for SATB choir with piano accompaniment. Perfect as a warm, affirmative...

The beautiful text, inspired by II Corinthians 8:9, was written in honor of martyred missionaries, John and Betty Stam, set to a traditional French carol and arranged for SATB choir and piano. A tender moving accompaniment and rich harmonies add up to a...

An opening tenor/bass chant of an obscure verse of “O COME, O COME, EMMANUEL” sets the stage for this contemplative consideration of Isaiah 58. While perfect for Advent, the encouraging, hopeful nature of the text makes it useful year round...

Lyrics by Norman J. Clayton.  A strong statement of faith: “My hope is in the Lord who gave Himself for me”, opens and closes this anthem and becomes the sure foundation upon which both the text and the accompaniment are built. It is...