Editors' Choice Church Choral Music

It would be difficult to find a more powerful arrangement of this beloved hymn. This choral setting with piano offers several additional performance options, including optional organ, brass quintet,

The third movement of the trilogy Divine Encounter is a benediction based on the traditional text from Numbers 6:24-26. As Jesus blessed and multiplied the fish and bread, so God blesses the

This tender and comforting work "passes the peace" as its simple yet elegant melody washes over the listener, gently unfolding its text with increasing texture: "Peace I leave with you, my peace I give to

This tender hymn of praise reminds us that in the end we are all weak and broken and that the Heavenly Father deals lovingly and mercifully with all of His children. Written in memory of little Erin

A strong, resolute setting of the familiar civil rights "marching song" vividly calls to mind the images which add depth of meaning and emotion to the notes sung. From the distant beginning to the powerful

The river flows steady and calm in this beautiful arrangement of the traditional spiritual edited by Dan Forrest. It is impossible to ignore the underlying intensity which rises and falls as peace, love and

This beautiful setting of George Matheson's familiar hymn text functions perfectly in both sacred or secular settings. Here, O Love is given a fresh new melody with equally refreshing and gorgeous

A beautiful, compelling piano accompaniment introduces this tender setting of the Robert Browning text. Quiet conditional statements become a profession of faith as they open into the power of the promise

The ethereal nature of the Samuel Francis Smith poem is perfectly paired with masterful text painting until the two become one in spirit and understanding. The move from earth to heaven is flawless. The

Isaac Watts' words of faith are given new life in this powerful setting by Dan Forrest. His use of dynamic changes, textures, meter changes and harmonic progressions create a growing sense of assurance that

A stunning four-hand-accompanied setting of the George Herbert/Ralph Vaughan Williams classic. The masculine energy of Vaughan Williams' song of praise makes it particularly adaptable to men's choir. You

"For well I know Thy hand will bless the seeker after righteousness." This sensitive, worshipful prayer is arranged from a Shaker hymn and superbly expresses the deepest longing of the redeemed soul.

Humility and quiet fervor mark this setting of Christ's eternal words. It is completely different than the standard settings that we have heard so often, in that each section of the prayer is expressed in

This spirited original, based on Psalm 98, is a wonderful festival piece, a rousing invitation to make a joyful noise unto the Lord. "Clap your hands together, all you people; worship God with one accord.

"O Lord, Make me an instrument of Your peace." The beloved prayer by St. Francis of Assisi is treated with reverence and simplicity for choir, piano and string quartet or orchestra. Lovely and lyrical, with

"Listen to me like a sensible man." Everyone will sit up and listen when your mixed choir - or men's choir - hits the first measure of this infectious spiritual. Great rhythms, a touch of jazz and

"I am thankful for the journey...I am hopeful for the future...since I lay my burdens down." While this choral work is indeed a gospel powerhouse, it maintains a restrained, easy gospel feel that builds

Written as a result of a mission trip, this work is sure to uplift ensemble and audience alike. The a cappella setting is worthy of festival consideration as well as a sacred concert selection for your