Advent Anthems for the Adult Choir

Infectious and jazzy, with a dash of handbells thrown in for good measure, this original piece will bring enjoyment to all who hear it! A verse of O Come, O Come, Emmanuel is blended in the middle

This Advent carol tells of the Lord's coming with excitement and anticipation. John Leavitt's artful setting for choir and piano or chamber orchestra is a gem that is sure to make you feel the wonder and

The ancient hymn tune PUER NOBIS comes from Ireland, and this celebratory anthem takes the melody - and listener - back to its Irish roots!  With four-hand piano accompaniment and a tambourine for

Jay Rouse cleverly combines two classic tunes, Lo, How a Rose and Of the Father's Love Begotten, in this lovely Advent/Christmas anthem. The optional orchestration by Ed Hogan adds an

This Lloyd Larson arrangement takes a fresh look at this great spiritual. Scored for piano, hand drum and acoustic bass, this arrangement includes text not often associated with the spiritual and makes it

Thoughtfully arranged, this original tune in minor is singular in its sound. The traditional spiritual's text is ideal for those Sundays with readings related to the second advent of Christ. This anthem,

A dream team of writers celebrate "God with us" in this seasonal offering. Owing much stylistically to traditional carols, the piece is almost classical in its festive nature. A shout of proclamation, the

The famous Tschesnokov choral Salvation Is Created coupled with Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence creates a meditative and uplifting pairing for the Advent season. Choose to use voices and

This great Advent anthem from Pepper Choplin is inspiring and very appropriate for the season. The classical feel of the piece is supported by the excellent orchestration. The piece also includes O

This anthem incorporates the tune NOEL NOUVELET with a thoughtful Advent text. The result is a sensational SAB anthem for the busy season of Advent. As the piece ends in a repetition of the text "Prepare ye

Mary McDonald has created this Christmas arrangement in an easy blues style with a light swing. It opens with roots in the gospel hymn Jesus Is My Lord, then uses parts of O Come, O Come,

A perfect opener for your Advent programming. A compelling original tune leads to a middle section featuring a quote from the familiar Advent hymn tune VENI EMMANUEL. To further enhance your

Telling the story of the angel Gabriel's annunciation to Mary, this Advent setting from Joel Raney is filled with appeal and charm.  Along with the familiar carol, the addition of an uplifting new

Moving freely like a chant, this ancient text is profound in scope and authenticity as it follows the journey from humanity's sin to God's salvation. Luminous images of God's holiness mingle with the

Mary McDonald breathes new life into a familiar Advent text, Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus, pairing it with the tune NETTLETON. She then adds her own melody and text in the center of this prayer

Energetic, upbeat, and inspired by the Classical style, this anthem for the Advent season is based on scripture from Isaiah 2. The theme of anticipation of Christ's birth is spoken through an infectious

This anthem is like an authentic journal entry for a walk of faith, with a rare fragile quality that brings the listener close. The choral writing is well matched to the subject, and the unison verses help

This paraphrase of the Song of Mary calls for Christians to proclaim the greatness of the Lord, the greatness of his name, the greatness of his might, and the greatness of his word. For soprano and baritone

Mark Hayes has captured the Irish flavor and flair of this ecumenical hymn with its rich scriptural text drawing from Luke 1:46-55. Useful anytime of the year, and a unique, appropriate selection for the