Advent Anthems for the Adult Choir

Easy and absolutely beautiful for a cappella voices, this setting of the beloved Latin Christmas text is a succinct and lyrical selection that will create a moment of wonder in your concert or worship

"Haunting" is the best word to describe this original setting of the traditional Advent text, scored for choir, piano and cello. Marked "mysterioso" in triple meter, it is such a creative interpretation,

Infectious and jazzy, with a dash of handbells thrown in for good measure, this original piece will bring enjoyment to all who hear it! A verse of O Come, O Come, Emmanuel is blended in the middle

This buoyant anthem will be readily learned and appreciated by choirs large or small. "O come, Divine Messiah, the world in silence waits the day when hope shall sing its triumph, and sorrows flee away."

Practical and artful, this retooling of the popular tune BESANCON CAROL is an ideal processional for Advent. Arranged with success in mind, this introit will ring in the services of the season with a joyful

This popular hymn is useful for many occasions during the church year including Epiphany, Transfiguration, discipleship, and Advent. This setting of three verses has piano accompaniment with optional B-flat

Creatively pairing the traditional words from the Latin hymn O Come, O Come Emmanuel with the tune O WALY WALY, this beautiful piece moves with rich simplicity. Optional solo cello, piano

An ardent prayer for world peace based upon the famous Advent prophecy in Isaiah 11:6-9, this compelling anthem features an unforgettable melody with a powerfully flowing accompaniment. It's certain to be

One of those timeless selections that should be a part of every music library. Begins quietly with the men in unison and builds dramatically. An exquisite setting of this well known text from Isaiah.

Using a fourth-century text from Ambrose of Milan, this timeless anthem is exquisite from its delicate beginning to the powerful ending. Beautiful vocal lines feature SA and TB combinations separately, then

Voctave's arranger Jamey Ray has created a hauntingly beautiful setting of this traditional Christmas hymn in an arrangement that is accessible to any choir. The piano motive and chromatic accompaniment

One of the finest carol offerings of all time, this anthem is everything we expect from a Shaw–Parker arrangement. Perfect as a concert processional, sacred Advent selection, or holiday concert

Told from the perspective of the angels preparing to sound forth the Good News, this Christmas anthem combines a beautiful melody with evocative harmonies to tell the story in a new way. 

A joyous setting for choir and piano four-hands, full of the excitement and anticipation of the Lord's coming. Perfect for Advent services or school concerts.

A unique combination of an old Irish Reel combined with the tune "Star of the County Down." The setting begins with an Irish folk-like violin solo, followed by accessible choral writing.

Featuring an accompanying bluegrass ensemble, this energetic setting of the traditional text is one movement from a larger work, Angel Band, which features tunes and texts of the Appalachian

This Advent piece is full of interesting melody, harmony, and history. A newly composed melody based on original and historic text is full of the minor sounds often associated with Advent. Close choral

An opening tenor/bass chant of a lesser-known verse of O Come, O Come, Emmanuel sets the stage for this contemplative consideration of Isaiah 58. While perfect for Advent, the encouraging, hopeful

Designed to support the lighting of the Advent candles, this includes a choral opening, followed by a call and response litany with piano underscore, then a text to be read with the lighting of the candle.

Upbeat and filled with light, this clever reworking of an early American hymn tune pairs it with an original Advent text. Accessible and quickly-learned, it is a great option for busy holiday worship

This anthem incorporates the tune NOEL NOUVELET with a thoughtful Advent text. The result is a sensational SAB anthem for the busy season of Advent. As the piece ends in a repetition of the text "Prepare ye

Choirs large and small will find this flexible anthem to be a tender, readily learned addition to their Advent programs. The message touches on several prominent themes, making it an ideal option to return