Advent Anthems for the Adult Choir

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

Flexibility is key to the arrangement of this sturdy Irish tune. A children's or youth choir could sing the first verse, with the adult choir joining on the refrain. The assembly may be invited to join on

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

A well-known English folk melody is the perfect match for this original Advent text. Articulating themes of hope, peace, love, joy, and light, the verses contrast in vocal texture, fully exploring the

This wonderful anthem combines a scripture-based text with original music and two well-known Christmas melodies, CAROL and KINGS OF ORIENT. The quickly moving music is set in the minor mode and creates a

From Joel Raney, here is a new setting of Bernadette Farrell's popular hymn Christ, Be Our Light! offering hope, justice, and peace to a world that is "longing for light." This anthem is perfect

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

A lively and accessible advent offering, this setting of BEREDEN VAG FOR HERRAN is accompanied by piano four hands. Unison choral writing predominates the first and third verses, while homophonic vocals add

A lyrical, flowing anthem appropriate for most any worship experience during Advent. Alternating between unison and divisi passages, this anthem is very accessible and will be easily learned by your choir.

A fresh setting of a well-known, traditional tune. Included in the collection "The Snow Lay On the Ground: Nine Festive Carol Settings," recorded by the Choir of Trinity Wall Street on ARSIS Audio

If you are looking for something fresh and unique to sing during the Advent season...don't miss this anthem!  Bursting with Celtic flair, the melody lines twist and turn and are as enjoyable for the

Designed to support the lighting of Advent candles, this includes a choral opening based on Coventry Carol, followed by a responsive spoken liturgy with piano underscore, then a text to be read

Originally written for the St. Olaf Christmas Festival, this festive interpretation of Alberto Taul's tune TODA LA TIERRA features sections in Spanish and English as well as a lively percussion

Truly lovely from beginning to end, featuring expert part-writing from composer Mark Burrows. With a text filled with anticipation of the Savior's coming, this piece grows from a subtle opening to a

A majestic hymn anthem for Palm Sunday, Advent, or general use that is easy to learn and perform. The stirring accompaniment skillfully supports the choir and optional congregation. The middle stanza begins

Full of majesty and power, this striking setting of an ancient Jewish tune and Hebrew text focuses on worshiping Jehovah, the great "I AM." Brian Buda's confident choral writing is enhanced by the

The haunting hymn tune STAR IN THE EAST is set to a new text by the composer that references Reginald Heber's Brightest and Best of the Star of the Morning. The violin adds a folk-like quality at

A tender and compassionate lullaby to the newborn King who was born to be our "God with us." Culled from Laura Story's Christmas CD, this stunning arrangement by Heather Sorenson is both accessible and

Designed to support the lighting of the Advent candles, this work includes a choral opening based on the gospel hymn Jesus, the Light of the World followed by a call-and-response litany with piano

This easily-learned Advent anthem has a simple accompaniment provided by six handbells. The exquisite hymn melody is presented in a simple three-stanza form with a minimum of part singing, and the