This tune and choral setting were crafted for the final hymn text written by Susan Palo Cherwien. The text highlights key stories in Jesus' life and is usable throughout the church year. The anthem is
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The setting of a poem by Gracia Grindal reflects on the saints who have gone before us and continue to surround us in spirit. The music is written in a quasi-rondo format with a recurring refrain and verses
This sparkling arrangement captures the vibrancy of the traditional carol with active choral writing and an organ score that adds color and flair. Of moderate difficulty, the part-writing is accessible with
This stunning anthem incorporates modern harmonic structure with open fifths and subtle choral dissonance – it perfectly captures the stirring poetry of Lillian Atcherson. As the heavens open, the
Pope Francis' A Prayer for Our Earth, which speaks to the climate emergency and our call to respond as people of faith, is the inspiration for this choral setting. The text is set in six short
The revered text of the Lord's Prayer is set with expressive phrasing and poignant dynamics in a moving anthem for solo voice and choir. The solo for soprano or tenor plays an integral part throughout the
The cherished hymn is arranged in a vibrant setting for choir, C instrument, and congregation. The stanzas feature varied choral treatments from an altered melody and a cappella singing to the use of canon.
The hope and yearning of the Advent season are portrayed in this compelling anthem based on the well-loved Charles Wesley text. A melismatic and fluid melody is sung by the sopranos throughout and is well
This classic hymn arrangement starts with a single vocal line and grows into a triumphant 8-voice contrapuntal texture that ends with a glorious "Hallelujah!" Originally published in 1919, this edition
This uplifting Renaissance-style Christmas anthem with dancelike rhythms, open fifths, and accompaniment for woodwinds and percussion will delight your congregation or concert audience. The middle two
This expressive and dynamic anthem is an original work written in the harmonic and melodic style of a spiritual. Coming from the historic St. Olaf choral series, this anthem is ideal for Lent or anytime a
Coming from the rich St. Olaf tradition, this a cappella setting of the well-loved Advent hymn will be enjoyed by choirs for years to come.
Psalm 46 comes to life with musical text painting that supports the dramatic shifts in mood within the psalm. A lyrical unison line sings of the trials of the world and then shifts to dynamic choral
Conveying the dreamlike mood of the William Blake poem that begins, "Sweet dreams, sleep, sleep happy child," this anthem features jazz-inflected harmonies that gently sway beneath expressive choral
This original music is beautifully wrapped around the eloquent poetry of theologian and parish priest William H. Vanstone (1923-1999). The text speaks of the costly nature of God's love for the world; it
This arrangement of the lesser-known spiritual Long Fare You Well builds on the expressive melody by incorporating fragments of the tune throughout the choral writing and culminates in a glorious
Here is an uplifting Easter anthem, originally a vocal solo from the collection In the Fair Morning. In a bright 6/8 meter, the melody is lyrical with rhythmic interest, and the newly composed
This poem imploring us to use our lives for the service and beauty of others is set to music in a flowing, lyrical anthem. The choral writing is buoyant while the piano accompaniment provides childlike
An Argentinian text and tune found in the worship supplement All Creation Sings are skillfully arranged in this gentle and flowing anthem. English and Spanish texts are intermingled throughout the
Enjoy this refreshing setting of the traditional Polish lullaby in jazz style. Scored for alto solo with choir, piano, and an integral clarinet part, this is an exciting addition to the Christmas
Imaginative text painting brings added depth to this well-loved carol. Lyrical writing is mixed with lush chordal harmonies along with a full piano accompaniment or optional instrumental setting. The final
With new music set to a familiar Charles Wesley text, this anthem features beautiful melodic writing mixed with rich harmonic textures. A sweeping and grand anthem with an organ accompaniment to match, it
This gentle and reverent gospel ballad reflects on Psalm 51, "Create in me a clean heart." The choir sings the psalm verses with a solo voice responding, "Have mercy, O God." The choral writing is lush with
An invigorating festival anthem for Easter Sunday! Using the familiar hymn text Now All the Vault of Heaven Resounds, Helgen's original music captures the character of each stanza, providing a