Easter Anthems for the Adult Church Choir

Using words by Cecil Alexander, this joyous anthem celebrates the resurrection of Christ. The spirited 6/8 is punctuated with syncopations. A contrasting middle section in minor explores fear, sadness, and

Lovely harmonies and melodic lines have been written for the familiar gospel song I Will Sing the Wondrous Story. A memorable refrain provides harmonic interest as the parts play off one another.

A hymn text by Fred Pratt Green for Eastertide and communion is expertly arranged incorporating unison, two-part, and regal four-part writing. Options for a cappella singing integrating close harmonies,

This original Easter Day text and the Gaelic melody BUNESSAN will give your choir an upbeat celebration of the resurrection and Christ's atonement for our sins. Accessible by SATB voices while also using

With words based on John 3:16-17, this original ballad has a light contemporary rhythm and melody which brings an intimacy to the familiar scripture depicting Jesus's journey to the cross. This is the

This rousing original Easter anthem, with organ and brass accompaniment, lifts a chorus of "alleluias" in praise of the risen Christ. This is an exciting anthem for Easter!

Incorporating Christ Arose, this festival arrangement is a jubilant anthem for Easter Sunday or any Sunday in the Easter season. An optional instrumental ensemble including trumpet, trombone,

With a sparkling piano accompaniment and soaring phrases of "Alleluia! Amen!," this arrangement of the hymn tune MADRID is an excellent choice for the Easter season or festival days. Treble voices shine in

This unique work is imbued with a theatrical element portraying the discovery of Christ's resurrection. Not difficult in a traditional sense but rich with expressive opportunities. Thoughtful directors may

An impressive Easter opener, this arrangement employs voices, handbells, and brass in a quintessential gesture of praise! An antique hymn tune is given a bright new role in this approachable setting,

Majestic and powerful, this Easter anthem of praise celebrates the resurrection! Seamlessly incorporating the beloved hymn Crown Him with Many Crowns and optional congregational participation, this

This stunning anthem for choir and organ is the perfect way to open your Easter worship service. Beginning with a fanfare-like instrumental flourish, the music moves steadily through three back-to-back

This impressionistic, choral exploration of the Agnus Dei sung in English is emotional, expressive, and powerful - even in its quietest moments. This anthem is ideal for any sanctuary choir wanting to reach

Opening appropriately with a triumphant sound, this rousing Easter anthem is easily prepared yet highly effective! The festive opening soon gives way to a contrasting and hushed a cappella passage which

The sturdy Welsh tune BRYN CALFARIA has been arranged in an accessible and enjoyable piece for Easter. Men and women each take a verse, then combine for the refrain. The third verse is filled with drama

Celebrate Easter with this glorious celebration of the resurrection! With accessible vocal ranges and a glittering optional solo trumpet part, this is a bright addition to the Easter repertoire. Highly

This anthem captures the joy and triumph of Easter with a noble, march-like opening theme. The rhythms drive the music forward, with original verses that end in a refrain based on a beloved hymn: "O how

Noble gestures call the faithful to worship the risen Lord in this festival offering. Leaping with triumph, the tune lifts the Latin phrase "Christus resurrexit! Resurrexit vere!" to soaring

A classic hymn tune combines with an original text to create this celebration of new life. Joyful and affirming, this anthem is a great choice for Eastertide or any time of year. A winner for choirs of any

The choir becomes the storyteller in this narrative-in-song! The music underscores the drama and power of the post-resurrection encounter as Jesus appears to His disciples.

One of our most celebrated melodies (ODE TO JOY), this selection for Easter includes sturdy harmonies and powerful unison singing. This singing works well in conjunction with the accessible handbell part

From start to finish, this hymn arrangement is replete with breathtaking artistry. The choral and piano interaction changes with the text, with tone painting for phrases such as "streams of living water"

This festive and jubilant celebration of the resurrection is perfect to open or close your Easter morning service. Incorporating the Easter hymns Thine Is the Glory; The Day of Resurrection and

Perfect for Easter morning, this joyous 6/8 melody practically bounces off the page! Based on the famous passage from I Corinthians "O death, where is thy sting?", this upbeat anthem will create a sense of