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A familiar text from Lessons and Carols services in a brand new setting. Unexpected tonality shifts and waves of building tempos lead to a final climax of "Deo gracias!" A quintessential Advent addition to

Full of pomp and majesty this verse-refrain anthem is an exciting choice for a processional or recessional within Christmas services, or as a special opener or closer to a festive concert program. Optional

This setting of an elegiac text by Richard Brett conveys the themes of grief and remembrance. The piece opens with a single voice that grows into a warm chordal passage before gaining momentum with

This music has a delicacy and sensitivity enhanced by long choral phrases and gently flowing accompaniment in mixed meter. Harmony and form are also well balanced with phrases and sections having clear

This selection is a gentle lullaby based on an old Welsh folk song. With limited divisi towards the end, it has beautifully lyrical writing and will be a warm and welcome addition to any concert.

This warm and sentimental concert work features two soloists who also duet at the beginning and end, with a middle section that swells with joy. Including only the lyric "Alleluia," this piece allows the

The well-known text by George Herbert is set here in a masterful way for choir and organ. "Let all the world in ev'ry corner sing" is one of the best-loved texts of the choral world, especially relevant

A flowing and soothing setting of Psalm 42, appropriate for general use or in Easter Vigil services. 

Opening with a section of plainchant, this setting of the traditional Latin text most known in the Mozart or Byrd versions shimmers with modern a cappella harmonies. Cluster cadences and expressive vocal

Lauridsen's Ave Verum Corpus for choir, string orchestra or organ, with finger cymbals joins a catalog of works that are performed throughout the world. The traditional Latin text is expressed witn

This exquisite and sensitive anthem perfectly captures the essence of Matthew 5:8-10: "Blessed are the pure in heart ... the peacemakers ... for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." Sung in Latin, usable for

This expansive and reflective setting of the Beatitudes is influenced by Eastern Orthodox choral traditions. The use of a sonorous tone brings out the voices as they move through the homophonic texture. The

This carol can be used either within a Christmas service or as a stand-alone Christmas centerpiece. The text portrays a work of contrast and variety, conveying a full palette of colors- majestic and

This simple setting of the well-known poem from George Herbert's The Temple features sweeping melodies and an extended organ introduction. The melody is taken up first by upper voices, then full

This joyful setting of text by Alfred Tennyson is particularly appropriate at the beginning of a new calendar year or during other times of renewal or new beginnings. This anthem is easily learned; the

This anthem conveys a meaningful petition for God's blessing as we minister through music. The melody confidently underscores the message of service willingly given, and the organ accompaniment includes all

This calm and contemplative work expresses a sudden clarity of purpose in life's journey. Lancelot Andrewes and William Wordsworth's text frames this work that is appropriate for any time of the year, but

This gentle arrangement of the well-known 15th-century carol features a soprano or baritone soloist and a melancholy atmosphere. From Carols for Choirs 6.

This appropriately mournful setting of the traditional Latin text is rich in harmonic, rhythmic nuances and lyrical melodic lines. Moments of this piece will place you and audiences in the mobs commanding

Based on Gregorian chant, this ninth-century antiphon is given new life as an urgent plea for peace. A sense of powerlessness and desperation is reflected in the use of free and mixed meter, while

This masterful setting of the familiar Welsh carol features a few clever rhythmic twists and an unexpected setting of the text "Fast away the old year passes." With a dancing organ accompaniment, this piece

A new English a cappella setting ideal for Evensong or a special concert for your experienced singers. With echoes of the English cathedral, the uplifting warmth of the Magnificat contrasts with the

Joy is central to this exuberant original anthem based on St. Patrick's Breastplate. Accented opening and closing sections with antiphonal voices and organ contrast with the more legato middle