This moving, traditional Irish blessing is set to music of great simplicity and beauty. Chilcott perfectly captures the warmth and sincerity of the text and weaves a memorable melody which he clothes in
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Sensitively composed, this setting of the beloved passage from Numbers 6:24–26 is a reverent closing blessing for sacred concerts and church services. Chorale- and motet-style writing creates textural
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"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
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This simple yet heartfelt melody for this traditional Irish blessing will resonate with your choir as well as your audience. Additional text by the composer adds depth to the already lovely text: "May you
An expressive, through-composed setting of a traditional Celtic blessing. An appropriate choice for a concert closer, benediction, signature encore, or year-end send-off.
This arrangement of the lesser-known spiritual Long Fare You Well builds on the expressive melody by incorporating fragments of the tune throughout the choral writing and culminates in a glorious
This lyrical setting of a favorite Irish blessing is very accessible for mixed-voice ensembles. It works well as a benediction or for graduations.
Don't miss this elegant setting of the traditional Irish blessing! Beautifully melodic and singable, lyric vocal lines and a gently flowing accompaniment combine to make it an ideal closer for any
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A gorgeous setting of the well-known English prayer text. Available in a variety of voicings, this blessing is a wonderful way to conclude a service or performance.
Beautifully capturing the essence of a traditional Gaelic blessing, this original setting evokes the natural tranquility of a "gentle night" where the "moon and stars pour their healing light on you." The
Peter Lutkin's celebrated benediction is perhaps his most significant contribution to the repertoire. Often performed to close a concert or service, it is also a popular choice as a signature song for many
Here's a creative a cappella set of secular blessings that is ideal as a concert finale, encore, benediction, or for graduation. Whether performed individually or in tandem, each of these brief selections
This final movement of Songs for the Journey is set to the traditional Irish blessing, "May the road rise up to meet you."
Selected for the Mike Scheibe Choral Series, this benediction uses the text of an ancient Scottish blessing that is delightfully generic in nature. Warm, deep and melodic, this is a benediction that can be
Rising like a prayer, this lovely blessing is an ideal closer for your worship gathering. Gentle affirmations surround the congregation with assuring messages of hope, peace, joy, and love while the lush
This extraordinary benediction is dedicated to Clare College in Cambridge, where John Rutter taught for a number of years. The tranquil setting, vocal ranges, even the choice of tempo and key is remarkable
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A tender prayer, sensitively set to music, the gentle accompaniment and simple, lyrical voice parts combine to create one of the sweetest anthems your choir will ever sing. A chamber ensemble includes full
John Bell and the Iona community have created two powerful refrains that are based on themes of social justice. The first uses the words of Desmond Tutu, Goodness Is Stronger Than Evil; the
This extraordinary setting of the traditional Gaelic text has been a perennial standard ever since its original publication in 1978. It's a strong choice for more experienced choirs.