Music of Craig Courtney

The transcendent glory of the traditional Latin text is treated with great sensitivity and depth in this superb setting for capable sanctuary, concert or festival choirs! With sweeping vocal lines and

"There is a yearning in hearts weighed down by ancient grief and centuries of sorrow. There is a yearning for the Lord who visited His own, and by His death for sin atoned, to bring to us salvation.

Mercy is a tender plea to our Lord for compassion and forgiveness. Lyricist Susan Bentall Boersma incorporates the Greek "Kyrie eleison" (Lord, have mercy) into her original text, while composer

Give your choir and congregation the privilege of experiencing this traditional German carol as never before! This setting for choir, piano and optional string quartet gently redefines "joy" as it inspires

This wonderful arrangement of the old gospel favorite by Albert E. Brumley will both please and delight your congregation. A challenging, exciting, yet accessible four-hand accompaniment will be a treat for

Few songs ever composed have had the breadth of appeal as this iconic text and melody. The cry for "peace on earth" is undoubtedly a timeless one, and this setting unites vocalists and

This beautifully written anthem for choir, piano and trumpet with lyrics written by Susan Bentall Boersma is based on the Heidelberg Catechism, Lord's Day 1. The lovely melody emanates from deep within the

This lyrical anthem speaks of God's presence with us in times of hardship and of His infinite mercy. A wonderful musical expression of comfort and courage for confirmation, child baptism or dedication, or

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

Craig Courtney has skillfully arranged ten of his popular choral arrangements for vocal solo. Songs include: Be Not Afraid; Behold the Lamb of God; He Was Wounded; Here I Am, Lord; How Great Thou Art;

Although this collection of sacred duets is listed for high and low voice, you will find that most of these are suitable for any combination of two voices. This collection deserves a spot in any church