Advent Anthems for the Adult Choir

This arrangement is a striking and seamless juxtaposition of two hymn tunes, VENI EMMANUEL and PICARDY. Unison lines grow into a poignant ending with optional divisi. The organ accompaniment is accessible

The urgency of Advent is felt from the very opening notes of this fervent prayer to "God of the watching ones" for the Savior's healing peace. Slowly building in intensity and longing, it leads to a

This rustic approach to the early American tunes WARRENTON and NETTLETON will raise the joy level in your sanctuary! A bluegrass opening moves to a contrasting traditional middle section, then returns to

An original chant-like tune is used for the opening section, singing the Latin text "Veni, veni, Rex Gentium." Then the cello takes that melody as the choir sings the VENI EMMANUEL tune with English text.

Beginning with the familiar story of the angel Gabriel coming to Galilee to bring Mary the news that she will bear God’s son, the verses thereafter take the form of a conversation between Gabriel

Incorporating strains of Of the Father's Love Begotten, this song is a heartfelt plea for grace and peace. A beautiful melody and piano accompaniment support the singer's prayer for God's love to

This a cappella anthem, with its appealing melodic hook and just a few touches of dissonance, is sure to enhance your Advent and Christmas worship. The well-written choral parts are easy to prepare, and the

This arrangement, first published in 1937, features all of F. Melius Christiansen's signature harmonic and melodic touches. Perfect for Christmas Eve, choirs will love learning or relearning this enduring

With just a mention of Lo How a Rose E'er Blooming in the introduction, this lovely Advent anthem is personal and worshipful. Written for two-part choir, this pleasant arrangement is easily

Beginning with the scripture passage often called the Song of Simeon, this anthem's sweeping melodic lines beautifully capture the text's soaring truth. Easily learned, this expressive, ballad-like

The words of the prophet become song in this carefully written sacred anthem designed for choirs of any size. Perfect as a processional, the voices can be divided into any combination, maximizing the

This anthem is scored for SAB voices, organ or piano, and optional strings. The text uses Psalm 24:7 and the music is set in a Baroque style. This piece is especially useful during Advent, as well as for

Victor C. Johnson provides this strikingly beautiful setting for the familiar Advent text. The flowing accompaniment enhances the choral harmonies in a quiet celebration of the Child who will bring peace on

This tender Advent ballad is set to an early-American melody and infused with the imagery of morning light and the hope of Christ's coming. The easy-to-learn choral writing culminates with an original

Choirs looking for multigenerational moments will enjoy this gentle anthem, scored for SAB voices and optional children's choir. With a strong message about God's peaceful kingdom, this is easy to prepare,

The lyricism of Mendelssohn shines in this Advent motet for upper voices. The melodic, flowing musical lines make it accessible to a wide range of upper voice ensembles, and William J. Bullock's original

Originally featured in the Christmas musical When We Needed a King, this intense and energetic setting of the familiar Latin hymn features the traditional words and melody with modern elements and