Choral

"Think on these things."  A contemplative setting available in three voicings (SATB, SSA and TTBB), which combines the well-known passage from Ruth 1: 16,16 with the equally treasured verse from John 15:13.  Suitable for retirement...

This flowing, lyrical SATB setting of Psalm 147 is suitable for general worship.

SATB - general worship

An unusual contemplative anthem which ties the wonder of Bethlehem to the suffering of Golgatha. Combines RESTORATION with the composer's own text.  

Shirley Porter, SATB, 1216, archive edition,  Psalm 100, general use

Marianne Kim’s first organ collection as the new Organ Editor at Beckenhorst Press contains 9 hymns newly arranged for organ solo. Satisfying, but without unnecessary difficulty, these settings are a taste of what is to come as Beckenhorst...

Using Francis Rowley's text, Dale Peterson has created an SATB anthem appropriate for general use or Lent.

Early American folk music comes to mind in this exuberant selection characterized by open harmonies, crisp rhythms and a pentatonic melody.  Even the language employed by living poet, Duane Nichols, is reminiscent of great hymn-texts of the past...

John Ness Beck has crafted a grandious SATB setting of Deuteronomy 33 for general use and Thanksgiving. Utilizing the hymn-tune MIT FREUDEN ZART, the anthem also incorporates congregational participation, as well as various compositional techniques for...

The haunting and flowing melody of this traditional English tune is set to a rippling accompaniment emmulating wind and the stirring of the Spirit. 

A stunning arrangement of the traditional spiritual for SATB choir, piano and optional cello (BP1963A). Hauntingly beautiful. Appropriate for any time of contemplation and meditation in general worship. Companion products (digital downloads): ...

Now revoiced for TTBB Choirs! Piano and voices combine in floating melodic lines and resonant harmonies, lending an ethereal quality to this delightful piece in the Beckenhorst Press Concert Series for school, community, and college choirs, edited by Dan...

Why do we sing a "new song to the Lord"?  Because He heard our cry, drew us up from the pit and set our feet on the rock of salvation.  Donna Jo Butler does a superb job of bringing Psalm 40 to life through driving rhythms, syncopation and a...

The theme of forgiveness through the Savior's blood make this anthem particularly suitable for Holy Communion or for the Lenten season.  Mr. Helvey's ability for text-painting through dynamics, mood and the "fountain-like" figures in the keyboard...

SATB - This anthem, originally composed for men’s chorus (BP1170), was one of John Ness Beck’s personal favorites among his own compositions.  The lyrics are based on an exquisite poem of John Donne’s concerning sin and...

Part of the Folksongs and Traditional Tunes collection (ICC3006DL), Paul Ayres' arrangement of Auld Lang Syne brings a thoughtful and engaging interpretation to this cherished classic. This a cappella setting is easy to learn but provides enough musical...

This SATB Christmas anthem offers a variety of contemporary flavors both in harmonic and rhythmic content. If you're looking for "something different" for your Christmastide programming, look no further.

The Catalonian Carol, LO DESEMBRE CONGELAT, delightfully arranged for SATB choir, 4-hand piano and optional flute, oboe and percussion, will be a wonderful addition to a choir repertoire. Score and parts for flute, oboe and percussion are available for...

SATB - The well-known text by Francis Havergal set to a new melody by Lloyd Larson.

Transcribed from the TTBB collection (CC2) by the same name, this anthem is a medley chock-full of old-time favorite hymns, all with "heaven" as their theme.  The real appeal of this arrangement, though, is Mr. Helvey's ability to take smooth...

Written in the style of a spiritual, this a cappella number paints a powerful portrait of the Savior upon the cross of Calvary.  The sense of weight - the weight of sin, the weight of time, the weight of loneliness - is the driving force behind the...

This unison (optional 2-part) anthem is perfect for the Lenten season as a way to include your children's choir or beginning adult ensemble. 

A time-honored text comes to life in this passionate setting for SATB Choir and Piano. Both beautiful and powerful in the telling of the story of salvation, placing the cross and the Crucified “in our hearts forever.” Suitable for any...

Joy to the World (ANTIOCH) has been "dressed up" by John Ness Beck to help encourage congregation/audience participation and a sense of community between the choir and church. Beck provides a suggested performance map for each verse at the introduction...

A beautiful setting for unison choir and piano! This arrangement of the traditional carol features soloists along with the choir. The piano accompaniment captures the beauty of this timeless song.