Advent Anthems for the Adult Choir

The traditional VENI EMMANUEL advent hymn is set in 3/4 with a flowing piano accompaniment that provides a fresh look at this classic. Two verses with some original material woven throughout create a

Intended for Advent, this setting uses the traditional text set to the early American hymn tune MORNING SONG. Easily prepared by your choir, the final verse features an optional soprano descant. This is an

This Advent original carries with it an ethereal and dreamlike quality, evoking a reference to starlight in the candle itself. This lovely offering symbolizes the coming of Emmanuel.

Explore the Advent themes of hope, peace, joy, and love as promised by the prophecies of the coming Savior. The choral writing features many canonical moments as well as beautifully crafted homophonic

The hymn tune HYFRYDOL works with the texts of Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus and Love Divine, All Loves Excelling, and both are provided in this arrangement. The vocal lines are each

This rhythmic and energetic setting of the Advent classic expresses longing and the promise of Christmas. The music captures the excitement of the text. Your choir will enjoy singing this unusual and

The haunting melody and unique color of this Basque carol usher in the Advent season with Gabriel's visit to Mary. Written for SAB voices, there is part independence and close harmony singing in a minor

A familiar and deeply moving Advent text is matched to an original and lyrical melody that reflects our yearning for the Messiah's arrival. With a flowing and sensitive piano accompaniment, this is a

Familiar hymn and carol tunes from the Irish and Scottish traditions are woven together with popular Celtic folk tunes, reels, and airs. Original texts were created to suggest our proper response to

This energetic and rhythmic treatment of the familiar Advent hymn offers a message of hope and reassurance to all. Your congregation will enjoy singing along with this exciting setting. A joyous organ

This 13th-century traditional Basque carol is paired with the Annunciation text found in Luke 1:26-38. The choral texture varies by verse, with sectional contrast and women's divisi highlighting the

A delightful invitation to Advent, this setting of BENSANCON is especially appropriate for the third (Gaudete) Sunday. The music, from the four-part choral writing to the accompaniment for keyboard or

An ethereal reverence pervades this accessible and interesting musical setting of the ancient prayer that expresses our yearning for the long-awaited Messiah. The VENI EMMANUEL tune is heard occasionally in

This medieval text was originally intended to create a serious mood for the Communion service. This setting of the traditional French carol PICARDY reinforces the mood, with organ accompaniment, two

Experience the enduring depth of the Magnificat, here set to a beautiful Scottish air, Farewell to Fiunary. Homophonic choral writing effortlessly accompanies the lilting melody, creating a

Written using AAB form, the six verses of this Advent hymn tell of the coming of Christ as the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies. It closes with a rousing doxology. The use of modality throughout the

With a text by Herb Frombach, this stirring Advent anthem conveys a clear sense of waiting. The haunting repetition of a four-note motive evokes a strong sense of time passing. Each vocal line carries its