Adult Ash Wednesday Anthems for the Church Choir

A touch of Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence introduces this Ash Wednesday reflection and recurs towards the end. The minor original melody, introduced by optional vocal solo, captures the ebb and

A very picturesque text setting, well written and meaningful; this is the perfect anthem for Ash Wednesday. Easily accessible to adult or youth choirs, it is scored for mixed voices, soprano descant, piano,

What a tremendous anthem for the Lenten Season! Using the captivating melody Wayfaring Stranger and beautifully incorporating the African-American spiritual Jesus Walked This Lonesome

Based in part on Genesis 3:19, this anthem was designed for Ash Wednesday. Written for assembly, SAB choir, keyboard, guitar, oboe, and cello, the music and text combine to create a meaningful piece for the

The familiar text from Psalm 51 is set to original music by Carl Mueller. Organ accompaniment can also be played on piano.

Michael Larkin has a knack for writing useful, approachable music that both your choir and congregation will appreciate. This setting, perfect for Ash Wednesday, Lent, and general use, is straightforward

This special anthem is a deep prayer for restoration. From the purity of the first unison note to the final rich sonorities, the music celebrates the graceful message of this psalm. Here is an ideal

A text by Stephen P. Starke is set to the Welsh tune LLEF. This easy-to-learn composition is useful throughout the Lenten season, especially on Ash Wednesday, such as during the imposition of ashes. Written

A challenging scripture, "all flesh is like grass and its glory like the flower," is lovingly set for contemplative worship gatherings. Services for both Ash Wednesday and memorials will benefit from this

Based on Joel 2:13, this verse and refrain anthem is a meaningful choice during the Imposition of Ashes on Ash Wednesday. The music is lyrical and asks the listener to "Come back to the Lord."  There