Advent Anthems for the Adult Choir

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

Intended for Advent, this setting uses the traditional text set to the early American hymn tune MORNING SONG. Easily prepared by your choir, the final verse features an optional soprano descant. This is an

Designed to support the lighting of the Advent candles, this piece includes a choral opening based on Coventry Carol, followed by a call-and-response litany with piano underscore, then a text to be

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

The Charles Wesley text Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus paired with the tune JEFFERSON has a standard place in denominational hymnals. John Behnke has created a simple setting of this essential

This tender anthem for Advent offers a charming melody conveying the meaning of the four Advent candles. A singable tune and simple harmonies make this an accessible choice for those with large or small

For Advent, this energetic gospel anthem includes a hint of O Come, O Come, Emmanuel sung by a soloist with options to soulfully ad lib. Accompaniment options include piano, rhythm, or full

Original music provides a fresh and tuneful setting of the familiar advent hymn text. The lyrical melody pairs beautifully with the text in this very accessible anthem.

Appropriate for the first Sunday of Advent, choirs of any size or with limited rehearsal time will appreciate the expressive style and tuneful melody inspired by a text that features themes of yearning and

This jubilant anthem for mixed voices celebrates the coming of the promised King! Using the tune HYFRYDOL, an impressive piano accompaniment leads the way, setting an energetic tone and leading the listener

Stan Pethel and Herb Frombach explore the sense of preparation and anticipation that is at the core of Advent in this wonderful anthem. "Stem of Jesse, budding rose, Come to us and nevermore depart. Plant

Here's an innovative concept for Advent. A classic children's song from legendary composer Natalie Sleeth is set for use throughout Advent. Each week a new verse reveals itself, and underscored readings are

The hymn tune PLEADING SAVIOR lends an added sense of anticipation to this lovely Advent text. Opening with unison voices, the choral texture expands through subsequent verses underscored by supportive