Liturgical Anthems for the Church Choir

Commissioned by the St. Olaf Festival in Trondheim, Norway, Even When He Is Silent masterfully expresses the sentiment of the text - hope in times of despair. Beautifully melodic, with rich

Singer/songwriter Eliza Gilkyson wrote Requiem as a song of grief following the Asian tsunami in December 2004, and the song found a renewed audience after Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf

The opening movement from the larger work "Illuminare" set on Saint Ambrose's Latin text radiates majestic energy that heralds the arrival of Light and a joyful "Gloriae" section. A brief contrasting

Beautiful a cappella harmonies on a Latin text from Psalm 19 are a wonderful way to develop part independence and musical sensitivity. Opening on a simple unison note, the harmonies build in accessible

This edition of Mendelssohn's well-known anthem includes a singable text in German, Latin and English. It can be performed with keyboard or orchestra.  The orchestration includes winds and strings.

A brilliant collaborative effort between long-time colleagues Tim Sharp, Executive Director of American Choral Directors Association, and highly-respected composer and arranger Wes Ramsay, Come Away to the

This setting of Hildegard of Bingen's Ave Generosa text uses a hauntingly joyful tonality, paying homage to the mysterious story of Mary. A beautiful middle section is surrounded by contrasting

Hildegard of Bingen's text on the virtues of love shimmers in this serene setting that serves as the second movement from "Illuminare." Opening with a section of treble divisi, the lower voices enter as the

This unique setting pairs the iconic Latin text with a new, original English text which responds to the question: Why do we rejoice and shout our praises to God? The music captures the energy, rhythm, and

Inspired by Psalm 133, composer Michael John Trotta has written a lovely a cappella piece that celebrates the unity of brotherhood among all people. This calm, sonorous work is the perfect choice for a

A dynamic a cappella original with a festival feel! The opening chordal style introduces a jubilant motive in the upper voices that gives a solid foundation for the contrasting bass part. A contrasting

A dramatic poetic text inspired by a third-century Egyptian hermit is the inspiration for this choral setting that displays flowing melodies, luscious harmonies, and vibrant piano accompaniment. With a

"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

The conductor of the prestigious Atlanta Master Chorale has provided original music to this text from Micah 8 which exhorts us to "do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with your God." Accessible and

Utilizing the traditional African American tune, this artistic setting focuses on two central images: breaking bread together in communion and fellowship, and falling on one's knees in prayer. Both images

Commissioned for the coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla in 2023, this anthem was first performed by a massed choir including the Westminster Abbey Choir with the Coronation Orchestra. Using

This setting of an evocative hymn text by Thomas Troeger is for divisi choir and organ. Drawn from an Epiphany reading, the anthem explores the theme of the triumph of light over darkness. The organ opens

"Peace, like war, must be waged - mindfully, deliberately, with arms ever ready and eyes wide open." Striking modern harmonies declare the importance of Charles Anthony Silvestri's profound text on the

For SATB and organ or orchestra. Composed for the marriage of HRH The Prince of Wales and Lady Diana Spencer. Orchestral material is available on hire.

This piece from Missa Abreviada, CPM 112, has been edited for choir with solo quartet and piano accompaniment. Beginning slowly, the piece moves into a spirited fugal setting of the traditional Latin

An atmospheric composition with a soothing and reassuring message, this a cappella anthem uses the John 14:27 text, "Peace I leave with you. My peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto

This piece is the sixth movement from Dan Forrest's extended work "Jubilate Deo." Here published separately, the piece calls for mixed chorus, optional treble chorus, and piano, organ, or orchestra. This