Advent Music for Choir

Rolling triplets in the piano prepare the entrance of the choir's plea for our Savior to come. The anthem is expressive in its artful textures and melodic contours. Incorporating the tune ST. AMBROSE, the

Joining the time-honored tune, FAITHFULNESS, with a new Advent text, this singable anthem moves with beauty, supported by a flowing piano accompaniment. Building through a key change, it closes with a

Thoughtfully scored for two-part mixed voices, this lilting anthem references well-known Advent texts from Isaiah. With a rolling piano accompaniment, it is easily taught and approachable yet dynamic!

Using the imagery of sacred light, this poetic telling of the redemption story is filled with expressive beauty. Light came into the world to dispel the gloom of sin and despair. "Darkness breaks when

Prophecy becomes song in this anthem based on passages from the book of Isaiah. Alternating between full choral sound and more speechlike verses, the text conveys a vision of a better world filled with

Choirs looking for multigenerational moments will enjoy this gentle anthem, scored for SAB voices and optional children's choir. With a strong message about God's peaceful kingdom, this is easy to prepare,

Voctave's arranger Jamey Ray has created a hauntingly beautiful setting of this traditional Christmas hymn in an arrangement that is accessible to any choir. The piano motive and chromatic accompaniment

We offer this marvelous new choral setting of the tune NUN KOMM DER HEIDEN HEILAND in an accessible but sophisticated arrangement by Kathleen Basi. She gives the tune a more contemporary feel through

This anthem on the tune KINGSFOLD sets two different hymn texts, making it useful throughout Advent, the season after Epiphany, or general use. The Alto part is optional, making this a flexible and

The piano plays an important role in this lush setting of an Advent text. The harmonies are colorful and paint a picture of hearts waiting for a Savior. Each verse is given a unique treatment to allow the

Based upon Isaiah 35:1-10, this hymn-like anthem expresses the joy and relief the Lord's advent will bring. The keyboard introduction suggests VENI EMMANUEL but immediately proceeds in posing the first of

From the pen of Terry W. York comes this lyric based on Isaiah 11 about God’s "Peaceable Kingdom" when "the lion will lie down with the lamb, the cow and bear feed safely together, and a mother will

A warming plea to our Lord to be at our side throughout life's journey, this beautiful piece for SATB choir is a prayer from the heart. Alternate refrain options allow it to be used during Advent as well as

The urgency of Advent is felt from the very opening notes of this fervent prayer to "God of the watching ones" for the Savior's healing peace. Slowly building in intensity and longing, it leads to a

From the Christmas collection, Merry Christmas to You, is Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus, arranged and orchestrated by J. Daniel Smith, an anthem that praises the coming of our King. Giving a

With a longing melody of hope, this anthem is an easily learned yet beautifully effective piece for Advent. Lovely harmonies alternate with unison singing and are accompanied by a lush piano part. The

This charming adaptation of the beloved carol Patapan is easily prepared and fun to sing. With verses for every Sunday in Advent, this anthem is a good choice for candle lighting ceremonies. A

Beginning with the scripture passage often called the Song of Simeon, this anthem's sweeping melodic lines beautifully capture the text's soaring truth. Easily learned, this expressive, ballad-like

In a lilting 6/8, this cheerful SATB Advent celebration is based upon the early American hymn tune Hallelujah. Filled with confident unison passages and nice little modal touches, it is easily

A timely prayer for serenity, this anthem uses images of light and song to convey the impression of a peaceable kingdom. The gently flowing accompaniment and nicely varied choral texture are very engaging,

Designed for use throughout Advent and at Christmas, this bright and easily-learned anthem includes a verse of the beloved carol, O Come, Little Children. It is scored for SATB voices with optional

The piano sets the scene for this piece with a minor chord progression that immediately draws the listener into a spirit of contemplation. The simple stepwise tune moves into an impassioned plea for the

A very traditional choral approach and rich harmonic moments characterize this offering. With two distinct contrasting sections, the anthem opens with imitative writing that gives way to a rollicking theme

A recurring rhythmic motif begins in the accompaniment and anchors this simple but creative setting of the tune Veni Emmanuel. The composer specifies sopranos/tenors on the upper (treble) staff and