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This beautiful anthem combines themes of music appreciation with servitude in a truly artistic way, both musically and textually. Above these themes is also a song of praise and thanks. The optional string

Here is a sensitive, touching a cappella setting of a text from Matthew. "Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find..." This is brief, consisting of only one verse on two pages of music, so it

This stately anthem is based on a French chanson from the 1500s. The sacred text and harmonization were added in the 1800s. Voiced for smaller choirs, this anthem will be a lovely addition to your

This eight-minute work has three distinct sections that flow together without stopping. The Gloria section that opens the work is exuberant and rhythmic. The Miserere middle section is

The beautiful words of Jeremiah, promising us that God has plans for us, has been treated graciously by Kevin Memley. Full of lovely melody and satisfying development, this anthem will be easily learned and

"God Is With Us" is the third of Five Easy Hymn Anthems on Original Texts and Tunes, a collection created as a somewhat delayed reaction to 9/11. It is for unison choir with optional descant and organ,

From the Book of Common Prayer comes a supplication of gratefulness for all that God has provided, a good choice for Thanksgiving or any service of gratitude. Kevin Memley's setting is immediately

Psalm 27 is a favorite; from the "light" to the "wait," the positive promises and the assurance of God's presence are all written in the beauty of the psalmist's poetry. This setting supports the words with

This simple yet meaningful work pairs the familiar text Dona Nobis Pacem with a gentle cascading melodic idea. In the middle of the song, an aleatoric rendering of the text in numerous languages

This energetic number can serve as a church anthem of praise or a concert number of celebration for high school, college and community groups. The 7/8 pattern is entrancing and fun, the harmonies playful

Based on Psalm 98:1-4, this ancient praise psalm is redressed in modern classical sounds by Allen Petker. Intertwined is the canonic melody, O Music, from 19th century hymn writer Lowell Mason. The

This contemporary Gospel-flavored anthem sends a message of peace and unity. Solos play an integral part in this work, starting in the middle of the piece and continuing to improvise until the end.

"Teach Us, O Lord" is the fifth of Five Easy Hymn Anthems on Original Texts and Tunes, a collection created as a somewhat delayed reaction to 9/11. It is for two-part choir (any configuration of

Based on a thought-provoking text by H.N. Fifer, this anthem is richly imagined in William Malpede's jazz-influenced setting. The chords he uses pulls at the text and your heart in all the right places. A