Church Choir Anthems for Rally Day

A joyful and rhythmic setting of the beloved 19th century text, this has nice vocal ranges and a clean, classic feel. The newly composed melody captures all of the buoyancy inherent in the lyrics. For

After a lengthy introduction featuring organ and C instrument, the choir enters singing HOLY MANNA, first in unison and then in canon. Transitional harmonic regions color the third verse, then the return of

This moving anthem based on the calming text found in Psalm 46:10 will be very welcome in your worship services. The stillness of the text is matched with a lovely original melody and piano accompaniment.

This composition features an original melody combined with a familiar and much-loved text. The two contrasting parts make this an easy and effective anthem for choirs of all sizes. 

This Baroque-like anthem incorporates accessible contrapuntal technique, making it satisfying for singer and listener alike. With a voicing for smaller ensembles, use for Lent or communion.

A lilting 6/8 setting of Psalm 103, this is scored for SATB voices, descant, and congregation, with piano and optional 3-5 octave handbells. First the choir sings the antiphon and the congregation copies

Adapted from Psalm 103, this accessible and joyful setting is useful throughout the church year. Solid three-part writing with limited range for the bass part makes this a great choice for slim Sundays or

The 16th century Scottish tune Flowers of the Forest is paired with a new text by Susan Palo Cherwien in this simple yet stately anthem for two-part mixed choir and organ. The text echoes a

The old Irish tune SLANE is set to a 20th-century text by Timothy Dudley-Smith in this general yet powerful setting for two-part mixed voices, flute, and organ. The use of the congregation is an option on

This newly-composed Christmas carol is a gentle invitation to the mystery of the Incarnation. The melody, scored for SAB voices and optional congregation, could also be sung by children's voices.

The text for this piece is attributed to St. Ambrose of Milan and speaks of the glorious gifts of God as seen through the lives of those who have gone before. The DEO GRACIAS tune is presented in a quick

The familiar tune BEACH SPRING is used in this accessible and flowing setting of this great communion text. The organ and vocal part is simple and effective. There are a few a cappella measures that are

A festive composition with a text focused on Psalm 105:1-5 that encourages all to give praise to the Lord . The congregation is invited to sing the statements of giving thanks sung in the vocal parts. A

This choral prayer can be used as an anthem or choral benediction. The second verse may be sung a cappella, with the organ returning on the final verse with optional descant and congregation. An alternate

This beautiful anthem is inspired by the words of the beloved saint. St. Francis invites us to love nature and all living things and to praise God's handiwork. With a message of blessings without measure,

Written specifically for SAB, this original never feels thinly voiced. The driving music reflects the decisive text and resembles the shape-note genre with its hearty melody and earthy feel. The flute (or

A timeless Advent text is paired with the equally timeless tune O WALY WALY. Smaller mixed voice choirs will love its artistry, with accessible vocal writing accompanied by piano and flute obbligato.

This hymn concertato begins with a lovely flute and organ introduction that quotes Saint Columba with some elaborations. Six stanzas are included, three in unison, two for two-part mixed voices, and one

Appropriate for Christ the King Sunday or general use, this Mendelssohn classic has been arranged for choirs with smaller voicings. Lush harmonies in Romantic style, this anthem is based on Psalm 95:3-4,

This lovely anthem blends the traditional hymn with Bach's Sheep May Safely Graze. The Bach theme is used for the introduction and interludes between verses of the hymn ORIENTIS PARTIBUS. Use for