New Beckenhorst Sheet Music

Original music for the O Little Town of Bethlehem text moves from dark silence to bright hope and eventual abiding peace as it traces the coming of Emmanuel. The lovely sweeping lines of melody

A tender setting with a gentle instrumental motif that unifies the steady growth between stanzas. Alternate lyrics for stanzas 2 and 3 provide an opportunity for an even richer worship moment. Parts for

This uplifting arrangement of the French carol captures the wonder of the nativity. Accessible to choirs of all levels, this setting will bring energy and the joy of Christmas to your worship service or

An ancient plainchant is brought into the 21st century with lush harmonies and beautiful lines. Intuitive meters are carefully crafted to make this setting clear and useable. It will be a lovely

From sparkling joy to moments of tender awe, this setting provides an incredible opportunity for your Christmas programming. Additional accompaniment options allow great flexibility and are available

The Congregational Anthem Series features a gorgeous setting of the well-loved hymn for choir, optional congregation, and optional cello and oboe. A children's choir may also join, portraying the child-like

"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,

This ethereal setting of NOEL NOUVELET will surprise you with its mystical take on what is normally a boisterous Christmas song. The harmonic texture is modern, and the optional oboe adds to the plaintive

This arrangement of a relatively recent Christmas hymn frames the nativity story in a haunting narrative about the darkness of waiting and the coming of Christ's light. Each stanza explores different

A magical carol setting that transports the listener into Christina Rosetti's beloved Christmas text written in London (listen for the subtle hints of Big Ben!). Ethereal melodic echoes eventually build to

This popular contemporary Christmas song receives a fresh treatment in this arrangement. An ethereal sound is set by the use of chord clusters and an aleatoric section. The melody is then introduced by a

You haven't heard Joy to the World like this before! This traditional Irish music experience pairs the well-known carol with a recently composed Irish slide, and the result is an explosion of joy

The traditional carol is presented here in a new light with a gentle tempo, colorful piano accompaniment, optional violin, and contrasting original material. A compelling blend of comforting familiarity and

The traditional carol text is treated to a wondrous and elegant new melody in an eloquent musical setting. Modal harmonies and sensitive piano writing provide a calm reflection that beautifully paints the

This stunning arrangement of one of our most treasured Christmas carols offers a poignant musical picture of that glorious night in Bethlehem. The gentle scoring for choir and piano is... view details

This simple yet refined setting of the tune CHRISTMAS reflects the dignity and beauty of the English cathedral style. Whether sung a cappella or with the optional string quintet or organ, the beauty of its

This setting of a thought-provoking Christmas text by Leslie Leyland Fields will take the listener to where the God of all the universe will be born, in this place. "In this place" also means the human

This second volume focuses on Advent, Christmas, Lent, and Easter, but some titles are suitable for general worship as well. Titles include: O Come, O Come, Emmanuel; Appalachian Carol; God Rest Ye

"When the song of the angels is stilled, when the star in the sky is gone... the work of Christmas begins." This setting of a poem by Howard Thurman, presented as an ethereal benediction, is truly a

"Adoramus! Glorificamus!" English and Latin texts intertwine as this tender lullaby recounts the narrative of the birth of the Christ child from the heavenly perspective. Lovely vocal lines with nice inner

A superb English translation of the 17th century Christmas text, Mein Herz will ich dir schenken, is lovingly set. The SATB divisi texture is complemented by the piano and optional string quartet

A gentle instrumental introduction sets the stage for this setting of the classic Christmas carol, continuing under the familiar text with a quiet intensity as it builds to the strong statement of purpose:

A lovely lullaby-like setting of the familiar Kentucky folk carol develops into a significant telling of the Christmas story. While expanding upon the simple harmonies of the original, it retains its

With a driving accompaniment for two capable pianists, this powerful arrangement of the traditional English carol is a perfect choice to begin or end a Christmas concert or service. It's also great for