Adult General Anthems for the Church Choir

Beautifully capturing the essence of a traditional Gaelic blessing, this original setting evokes the natural tranquility of a "gentle night" where the "moon and stars pour their healing light on you." The

This Cambridge-trained composer offers a fresh and moving treatment of a beloved traditional text, The Gaelic Blessing. Scored simply for SATB and piano (or organ) and accessible to choirs of any

Neil Harmon's adaptation of an 1875 text is surprisingly relevant, due to its simple structure. First, it names a situation in which we all find ourselves from time to time, then asks, "Did you think to

Published in 1648, Heinrich Schuetz's Geistliche Chor-Music is still regarded as one of his seminal works. This is from the two-volume performance edition based on Werner Breig's revised new text

Martin Banner is highly respected for the authenticity of his historical editions.  This setting of Dixit Dominus by eighteenth century composer Johann Gottlieb Naumann is quite approachable for high

With a strong sense of loyalty and determination, this text from the Book of Ruth is a favorite choice for services of commitment or weddings. This setting is moving, poignant, and expressive, with gentle

A flowing choral anthem with its verses based on Psalms 27, 46, and 90 offers a message of comfort and faith, especially poignant during difficult times. The rich harmonies of the four-part refrain are

Bradley Ellingboe's clever new setting of the famous Fanny Crosby text features SATB choir and percussion with an optional string bass part. Easily mastered by choirs of all levels, including youth choirs,

The classic poem written by Mary Elizabeth Frye is delivered beautifully in this arrangement with featured solo and duet parts complemented by the ethereal voices of the choir underneath, as performed by

This expressive setting combines two lines on the subject of peace from the Ordinary of the Latin Mass. From The Oxford Book of Choral Music by Black Composers.

This original a cappella piece by composer Mark Miller is based on the traditional text Dona Nobis Pacem. A solo singer opens with the melody, and as the choir enters the piece gradually builds,

With its credo-like text, this inspiring statement of faith is a sweeping affirmation for the church. The piano writing encourages the piece forward with the elegance of an art song. Unison writing mixes

This arrangement will resonate with your congregation as a call to mission and revival. Originally written and recorded by the bluegrass group Blue Moon Rising, and now available as a choral anthem, the