Adult Lenten Anthems for the Church Choir

This hauntingly beautiful anthem weaves together a newly written hymn with I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say (KINGSFOLD). With piano and optional strings, it uses a soloist and offers the congregation

This haunting and soulful treatment of the well-known American folk melody includes instrumental echoes of the spiritual Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child which adds further depth of

Mercy is a tender plea to our Lord for compassion and forgiveness. Lyricist Susan Bentall Boersma incorporates the Greek "Kyrie eleison" (Lord, have mercy) into her original text, while composer

The rugged early American tune BOURBON provides an assertive choice as a choir anthem during the Lenten season. The energetic treatment with its off-beat accents perfectly suits the tune and text: "Take up

This Baroque-like anthem incorporates accessible contrapuntal technique, making it satisfying for singer and listener alike. With a voicing for smaller ensembles, use for Lent or communion.

This artful setting of Psalm 139:23-24 creates a spellbinding impact enhanced by beautiful piano and cello accompaniment. Layered vocal writing weaves luscious harmonies with occasional clusters and divisi.

The enduring phrase "Kyrie eleison" begins many services of worship, especially during the penitential season of Lent. Sensitively set as the opening and closing material in this anthem, the choral lines

With simple choral parts and a crafty blues piano accompaniment, this anthem is perfect for large and small choirs alike. The work is mostly in two parts, but there are about seven measures where the women

A standard on festival lists, this excerpt from Brahms' "A German Requiem" is the classic edition, now newly engraved with both the English and German texts and piano accompaniment. The teaching CD features

A very picturesque text setting, well written and meaningful; this is the perfect anthem for Ash Wednesday. Easily accessible to adult or youth choirs, it is scored for mixed voices, soprano descant, piano,

Gorgeous original material seamlessly mingles with treasured hymns, including What Wondrous Love Is This; Jesus, Lover of My Soul and I Stand Amazed in the Presence. Unison

Here is a lush and beautiful setting of George Bennard's beloved Lenten hymn. In a refreshing twist, the setting begins in a stately 4/4, eventually moving into the traditional 3/4 where it builds to a

Heart-wrenching honesty characterizes this testimony that ministers to the wounded spirit. Soloists eloquently deliver the story of the song's pilgrims as they search for meaning in the journey of faith.

Few hymns throughout history have had the impact during the Lenten season as this Johann Cruger hymn composed in 1640. Craig Courtney's expressive palette includes a haunting piano accompaniment, an a

This Lenten prayer pairs text from Luke 11:4 and Latin from the Roman Mass with Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata. Hauntingly beautiful, the harmonies and voice leading are electrifying. Latin gives way

Were You There? is a meditation for baritone and chorus written for American baritone Charles Wesley Evans. The piano accompaniment is a transcription of an improvisation by Patrick Dupre Quigley.

The words of scripture manifest through song in this powerful sacred ballad. With soaring themes and vocal-friendly harmonies, this anthem expresses a deep commitment to sharing the promises of faith.

This chorus from Brahms' "A German Requiem" is a perennial festive favorite and a standard work for better choirs in schools and churches. This edition offers the English text only and utilizes piano

Evocative and engaging, this refreshing arrangement of EBENEZER begins hauntingly with some mixed meter and divisi. The middle section is faster, providing a buoyant contrast before the return of the

Asking, "Why would the Son of God lay down his life for me?" this Good Friday ballad exalts the "wondrous love the Savior showed for me!" Opening with a hint of the hymn What Wondrous Love Is This,

The spiritual lesson of the potter and clay springs to life in this thought-provoking text. Accompanied by sensitive music with optional cello, this anthem is lovely to the ear and meaningful to the

A hopeful testimony of God's healing grace, this anthem is filled with exquisite sacred moments. The impressionistic music and tone painting bring this much-needed message to the heart of the listener.

A creative setting for unaccompanied SATB chorus, this arrangement is built on the venerable Kentucky Harmony tune DETROIT. Of medium difficulty due to the lack of accompaniment, the vocal lines are