Liturgical Anthems for the Church Choir

The beloved Latin text is set in an elegantly simple texture with conservative ranges. Straightforward rhythms and moments of release create a tapestry of sound that surrounds the chant line. In a variety

Singer/songwriter Eliza Gilkyson wrote Requiem as a song of grief following the Asian tsunami in December 2004, and the song found a renewed audience after Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf

Beginning with joyous acclamations, this exuberant piece features a polyphonic middle section followed by a lyrical presentation of the "amens" and the return of the homophonic style in the closing

Elegant simplicity is the hallmark of this shimmering setting of a favorite text: "Set me as a seal upon your heart ... for love is as strong as death." Straightforward rhythms, careful management of vocal

"May the roads rise up to meet you, may the winds be always at your back... until we meet again." Available in a cappella and accompanied versions, the lovely choral texture utilizes straightforward rhythms

An accessible setting of a text based on Philippians 4, this original encourages us to think on the things that are good. The simplicity implied in the text is matched with a simple yet lovely choral

This sacred tone poem is a prayer for peace and a plea for healing of the heart. The anthem rises from a single tone, ebbing and flowing into harmony, then back into simplicity with just a touch of

A choral meditation on the dream of peace on Earth, coupled with the realities which constantly threaten such a dream. The work begins with a simple homophonic prayer. The middle section features a more

Luxurious in harmonic language and choral timbre, this magnificent octavo describes the angel's announcement of Christ's birth to the shepherds. Emerging poetically from stillness, the piece opens

This energetic number can serve as a church anthem of praise or a concert number of celebration for high school, college and community groups. The 7/8 pattern is entrancing and fun, the harmonies playful

Taken from The Oxford Book of Easy Flexible Anthems, this is an expressive and emotive anthem with appealing, arching melodies underpinned by a sparkling keyboard part. Meaningful and

Following the tragic loss of an infant daughter, this beautiful lullaby was commissioned for chorus and guitar to offer the gift of something lasting in the face of impermanence. Incorporating the Catalan

This setting of Psalm 105 and John 7 imaginatively depicts the "rivers of living water" and the contrasting "parched land" in episodic form, providing musical structure, variety, color, and atmosphere. An

Here is the updated second edition of the Sanctus from the major work "The World Beloved: A Bluegrass Mass." The solemnity of the classical-based Mass joins together with the down-home sparkle of bluegrass

A beloved ancient hymn text that conveys the message, "Where charity is found, God is there." This new a cappella setting is a welcome addition to the choral repertory, offering modest vocal ranges and very

A number of movements from Requiem for the Living by Dan Forrest comfortably stand alone. The Sanctus, movement IV from the work, is scored for divisi mixed chorus with keyboard or

This beautiful historic Irish blessing is a prayer that is well known and loved the world over. Set with a peaceful rhythmic simplicity, this expressive a cappella setting allows the text to shine through,

With an ever-changing time signature, this setting of the traditional Latin text is gentle but effective. The colorful piano accompaniment combined with the modern harmonic dissonances and clusters in the

This setting of Psalm 150 is by Francis Jackson, a celebrated English composer and retired longtime Director of Music. A spirited SATB setting, it employs counterpoint and lively interplay between choir and

This skillful setting of the popular Ave Maria text calls for organ, SATB chorus and mezzo-soprano soloist. The choral writing is interesting and engaging. This is yet another great example of Fedak's

The text is a compilation of several verses from Psalm 104. The piece begins in quiet confidence, with smooth flowing lines in the vocal parts.