Funeral and Memorial Anthems for the Church Choir

This well-crafted arrangement of a memorable ballad has a message of hope, appropriate for memorial services and for those in need of comfort and strength when dealing with the impending death of another.

Exquisite writing for voices, piano, and violin is on full display in this musical tribute to the composer's mother. The comforting text of Matthew 11:28-29 is brought to life through lush harmonies and 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.

With a simple, appealing melody, rich harmonies, and a flowing accompaniment, this is sure to become a favorite. It is dedicated to the victims of the nuclear disaster in Fukushima, Japan in 2011.

Opening with the words "Softly and tenderly Jesus is calling," this simple, sincere original offers a marvelous opportunity to feature a soprano or tenor soloist with your choir. The work ends as softly and

This tender setting of the Scottish folk song Wild Mountain Thyme is a celebration of those beloved saints who have gone before us into the light of eternity. The message and the timeless

The thoughtful poem by Charles Dickens provides the inspiration for this lovely work. "The pure, the bright, the beautiful that stirred our hearts in youth... the striving after better hopes; these things

This engaging anthem speaks eloquently to the journey of faith. A memorable theme calls the anthem to purpose, with heartfelt melodic contours and effective part-writing. Choirs of all sizes will appreciate

Steal Away interprets the traditional spiritual Steal Away to Jesus as a song of alternating sorrow and strength. The refrains are presented quietly and mournfully: "Steal away to Jesus. I

Based on a paraphrase of Psalm 84 by Jonathan Asprey, this setting uses the tune The Homes of Donegal, a traditional Irish ballad. The arrangement is flexible and can by sung by both SAB and SATB

The promise of forever is embedded in every measure of this piece as the words of Jesus sing to the heart with the assurance of a heavenly home. The two-part voicing makes the anthem a quick learn for

This ethereal piece for mixed voices incorporates the words of poet Henry Vaughan: "They are all gone into the world of light, their memory is fair and bright." Open harmonics in the voices and

Reminiscent of an old Celtic air, this anthem sings of a longing for our eternal home, a place where "sorrows are remembered no more in the presence of the King." Faithful text declamation is aided by the

Heather Sorenson's contemporary look at this Lowell Mason hymn is fresh and relevant.  The traditional melody is enhanced with a newly-composed chorus, contemporary instrumentals, and a theme of

This accessible and lovely setting of SOFTLY AND TENDERLY opens each of its two verses with unison voices that blossom into richer, fuller sonorities. The chromaticism that is implicit in its traditional

"And when your hope is gone, and you can't hold on, we will hold on to you." Written in response to a suicide, this simple yet poignant gospel ballad sings of the faith an individual can find in community.

This original hymn of praise receives a festive treatment in this setting for mixed voices, organ, congregation, and optional brass quartet. An easily learned melody complements a text filled with hope and

This gospel ballad is a powerful presentation of Thomas Dorsey's popular song combined with an original melody by Joel Raney. The guiding hand of God is the theme reflected in the prayer "Take my hand, lead

Published in All Creation Sings, this gentle, expressive, and lyrical anthem is perfect for All Saints Sunday or funeral and memorial services. A center section provides a choral ostinato that can

A gospel classic is thoughtfully crafted into a choral gem in this engaging anthem. Recorded by many inspirational artists through the years, this musical testimony of faith reminds us that although life's

Comfort and rest are the themes of this lovely pairing of new music with Will Thompson's revered text, Softly and Tenderly Jesus Is Calling. The addition of a new refrain, "Come to me, lay your

Incorporating elements of the ancient and the modern, this stunning a cappella original presents a lush harmonic palette with tight cluster harmonies and a statement of the Requiem chant tune. The peaceful,