Advent Anthems for the Adult Choir

"Haunting" is the best word to describe this original setting of the traditional Advent text, scored for choir, piano and cello. Marked "mysterioso" in triple meter, it is such a creative interpretation,

Infectious and jazzy, with a dash of handbells thrown in for good measure, this original piece will bring enjoyment to all who hear it! A verse of O Come, O Come, Emmanuel is blended in the middle

This buoyant anthem will be readily learned and appreciated by choirs large or small. "O come, Divine Messiah, the world in silence waits the day when hope shall sing its triumph, and sorrows flee away."

This popular hymn is useful for many occasions during the church year including Epiphany, Transfiguration, discipleship, and Advent. This setting of three verses has piano accompaniment with optional B-flat

Creatively pairing the traditional words from the Latin hymn O Come, O Come Emmanuel with the tune O WALY WALY, this beautiful piece moves with rich simplicity. Optional solo cello, piano

An ardent prayer for world peace based upon the famous Advent prophecy in Isaiah 11:6-9, this compelling anthem features an unforgettable melody with a powerfully flowing accompaniment. It's certain to be

Using a fourth-century text from Ambrose of Milan, this timeless anthem is exquisite from its delicate beginning to the powerful ending. Beautiful vocal lines feature SA and TB combinations separately, then

Featuring an accompanying bluegrass ensemble, this energetic setting of the traditional text is one movement from a larger work, Angel Band, which features tunes and texts of the Appalachian

Told from the perspective of the angels preparing to sound forth the Good News, this Christmas anthem combines a beautiful melody with evocative harmonies to tell the story in a new way. 

A unique combination of an old Irish Reel combined with the tune "Star of the County Down." The setting begins with an Irish folk-like violin solo, followed by accessible choral writing.

Designed to support the lighting of the Advent candles, this includes a choral opening, followed by a call and response litany with piano underscore, then a text to be read with the lighting of the candle.

Choirs large and small will find this flexible anthem to be a tender, readily learned addition to their Advent programs. The message touches on several prominent themes, making it an ideal option to return

Designed for use during Advent, each of these four choral miniatures centers on one of the four Advent candle themes. Easily prepared during the busy season, there are multiple options for use in the

Designed to support the lighting of Advent candles, this includes a choral opening based on Coventry Carol, followed by a responsive spoken liturgy with piano underscore, then a text to be read

This wonderful anthem combines a scripture-based text with original music and two well-known Christmas melodies, CAROL and KINGS OF ORIENT. The quickly moving music is set in the minor mode and creates a

This easily-learned Advent anthem has a simple accompaniment provided by six handbells. The exquisite hymn melody is presented in a simple three-stanza form with a minimum of part singing, and the

Designed to support the lighting of the Advent candles, this work includes a choral opening based on the gospel hymn Jesus, the Light of the World followed by a call-and-response litany with piano

The Charles Wesley text Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus paired with the tune JEFFERSON has a standard place in denominational hymnals. John Behnke has created a simple setting of this essential

The haunting hymn tune STAR IN THE EAST is set to a new text by the composer that references Reginald Heber's Brightest and Best of the Star of the Morning. The violin adds a folk-like quality at

The hymn tune PLEADING SAVIOR lends an added sense of anticipation to this lovely Advent text. Opening with unison voices, the choral texture expands through subsequent verses underscored by supportive

A timeless Advent text is paired with the equally timeless tune O WALY WALY. Smaller mixed voice choirs will love its artistry, with accessible vocal writing accompanied by piano and flute obbligato.

This Advent song is a journey through the season with a fresh text and original music. Some great harmonic moments, a strong piano part. and a reasonable length make this easy to rehearse during a busy

This original ballad for Advent, Christmas, or Epiphany exudes comfort and joy! Features wonderful lyrical writing for SATB choir, piano, and optional violin. Accessible choral parts make this a cinch to