Liturgical Epiphany Anthems for the Church Choir

This heartfelt setting begins with a pianissimo drone over which the sopranos introduce the expressive melody. With lush harmonies, moments of dynamic intensity and an overriding sense of awe, this a

This adaptation of Isaiah 40:21 is in the first person, so it appears as if God's reassuring voice is speaking through the choir. Easy SATB writing is complemented by the piano, and the violin and clarinet

This highly adaptable anthem sets a familiar hymn text to the well-loved TALLIS' CANON. The music begins in unison with additional parts added in canon per stanza, up to four parts optionally. The organ

A mystical, atmospheric a cappella Epiphany carol for mixed voices, The Wise Men and the Star sets a text by Lucia Quinault depicting the journey of the magi. Tarney's appealing musical language

This calm and contemplative work expresses a sudden clarity of purpose in life's journey. Lancelot Andrewes and William Wordsworth's text frames this work that is appropriate for any time of the year, but

This powerful concertato is scored for SATB choir, congregation, and organ with optional brass quintet and timpani. The extended introduction opens with a fanfare, but also includes sections in which the

This effervescent setting of David Warner's poetry includes both Christmas and general texts, with either piano four-hands or chamber orchestra accompaniment. The choral texture is distinguished by

Alexander Carmichael's "Carmina Gadelica" is a six-volume set of various prayers, songs, poems, invocations, and other lore he collected over a close to 50-year period (1860-1909) in the Gaelic speaking

Ideal for a carol service or concert, this energetic setting of the traditional Christmas text features an easily taught choral refrain for each of the five verses. Unison male voices signal the magi

Using the imagery of sacred light, this poetic telling of the redemption story is filled with expressive beauty. Light came into the world to dispel the gloom of sin and despair. "Darkness breaks when

This joyful and energetic setting of the tune NOEL with a text by Carl P. Daw, Jr. will be easily learned. Choirs will particularly enjoy the tuneful part-writing of the second stanza. With organ and

With a sparkling organ part, this effervescent arrangement fuses modern and traditional sounds while changes in key and meter build up to an invigorating finish. Perfect for accomplished choirs looking for

The Charles Wesley hymn is given a fresh treatment with this upbeat arrangement of the RATISBON tune. Verses one and three are treated to a variety of metric shifts, with a central verse in a slower 4/4

This joyous paraphrase of PHOS HILARON by Sylvia Dunstan is given an original tune by David Sims. Written for SAB choir and organ, the choral parts are accessible and the organ accompaniment is colorful and

Nancy Raabe breathes new life into Phillips Brooks' O Little Town of Bethlehem with this evocative original setting. Choirs and congregations alike will enjoy the invitation to explore new

This very chant-like setting has venerable roots, with a fourth-century text by St. Ambrose and music from the early 16th-century Sarum Antiphoner. Employing mixed meter, the arranger has carefully

Filled with joy and light, this original anthem offers a text with imagery from Isaiah 61:1-2 and other passages. Accessible vocal parts offer a great alternative for smaller choirs, with some brief moments

This haunting setting of the Canticle of Simeon shifts from a unison opening, to two and then three parts, finally concluding in a rich SATB texture. Equally at home in concert hall or quiet prayer

The familiar words from the prophet Isaiah are set to majestic and stirring music that depicts the light of illumination coming to God's people. Accompanied by organ, and with a cathedral ... view details

Based on the hymn tune CHARTRES and a text by Cecil Frances Alexander, this interesting piece speaks of our devotion to God and all that God knows. It calls for children's choir or soloist, SATB choir and

Creatively combining two texts appropriate for Christmas or Epiphany, this original work for mixed choir, children's choir, and trumpet is both traditional and modern. Michael Praetorius' PUER NOBIS text

This inspired setting follows the three kings on their journey, featuring interesting harmonies that wander throughout. A cappella, the texture includes choir-accompanied soloists, with fluid tonal regions

Based on a poem by Sara Teasdale, this striking composition leads us through the extraordinary Christmas events in Bethlehem. Different voice combinations create a suspenseful and diverse sound: from unison

Steven Van Wye's setting of Quem stella sole pulchrior skillfully illuminates this text announcing Christ's birth. The legato movement in both the choral writing and the organ accompaniment