This gospel original tells us of Moses and Mary: "If you have faith and believe, open your heart and receive, hope of the world: Emmanuel." Sensitive choral writing makes this a joy to teach and sing. It is

An exquisite testament of faith, this ardent witness to God's miraculous power engages the listener's heart with expressive melodies and sensitive harmonies. The sheer poetry of the text is conveyed with

A sweeping theme forms the basis of this inspirational anthem of praise. The text is a series of descriptions declaring the divine attributes of God. An orchestral-like piano part with solo trumpet builds a

The early American tune LAND OF REST receives new text that includes quotes from For the Beauty of the Earth and Amazing Grace. An engaging piano groove provides a rustic underpinning for

This Good Friday anthem presents the events of the crucifixion with breathtaking power. The lush, sweeping orchestration comes from the Lenten cantata At His Name which reflects on Jesus' ministry

This dynamic anthem is a musical montage of favorite hymns, woven together with original melodic material and the refrain "Lord of all, to thee we raise, this, our grateful hymn of praise." Incorporates

This Christmas ballad takes a fresh approach to an old carol by pairing the familiar text with a new, original tune.  All three verses are incorporated with the middle verse using the carol

This fresh combination of two traditional spirituals in a light jazzy style is equally appropriate for the concert stage or the worship service. The addition of the optional rhythm parts heighten the

Based on the words from Colossians 3, "to serve the Lord with a joyful heart and bring your best to the King, and to do it with all your heart, in the name of the Lord," this expressive ballad is especially

This dynamic blues-gospel anthem incorporates a hint of the nostalgic song Higher Ground, but soon a spirited gospel-groove takes over and the choir moves into an original melody by Joel

The text of this original gospel anthem takes on the voice of God speaking in the first person to his children and provides confidence and assurance that, through any trial, he is there. "When you pass

The story of the shepherds unfolds in this delightful choral setting with words and music by Joel Raney. Choirs will enjoy the rhythmic energy and memorable refrain: "Run to Bethlehem and bring praises to

This highly recommended Palm Sunday presentation is the perfect way to combine children with adult choir in a processional-style anthem proclaiming "Blessed are they that come in the name of the Lord."

This Palm Sunday original by Joel Raney features flowing choral lines that are easily learned with a minimum of rehearsal. This setting's original incarnation was in Joel's popular Tenebrae