The gentle, patient melody of this composition underscores its advent themes of preparation for the Nativity: hope, glad tidings for the poor, and the coming reign of God's justice. The SATB choral parts

This easily learned contemporary song for the season of Christmas is a good counterpoint to the familiar stable of traditional Christmas hymns. Topics of stillness and peace are represented musically by the

Set in a driving 6/8 meter, this contemporary-sounding hymn works equally well when led by a single cantor or a full choir. Liturgically used for Lauds during Advent, it can also be used in nonliturgical

Celebrate the Advent season with this contemporary setting of the beloved hymn tune CONDITOR ALME SIDERUM. Combing the traditional verse text with a new refrain, this solo-driven piece is skillfully

A driving cut-time pulse with some rock-derived accompaniment rhythms give this new take on the venerable O' Antiphons text an upbeat, anthemic feel. If this title is used as an entrance song, an extended

Suitable for use throughout the entire Christmas Season, this anthem highlights the love of God bestowed upon us. Accessible three-part writing makes this achievable by small ensembles but should not be

This Advent piece is upbeat and driving. The darkness of its minor key is balanced by the energetic syncopations which musically depict the excitement of the lyrics. According to the author, the lyrics

In a contemporary pop ballad style, this Advent song based on Isaiah 40 proclaims, "A voice is crying in the wilderness... our crooked path must be made straight again." The very catchy tune is arranged for