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ADVENT ANTHEMS
L Come, Lord Jesus, Come (A Candle Lighting
Ceremony for Advent)—Joel Raney. 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. As that
concludes, the choir comes back in with the option
of adding the congregation. The candle-lighting
portion of your service concludes with the provided
prayer. There are five readings, one for each
candle. Reproducible parts for the congregation
and six optional handbells are included.
10750819 SATB with 6 Handbells . . . . . 2.20
10750819L SATB Large Print . . . . . . . . . 2.20
10750820 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
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Come, Lord Jesus, Dwell Among Us—Lloyd
Larson. An original melody by Lloyd Larson
combines with Bach's timeless Wachet Auf in this
inspiring anthem. Accessible to choirs large and
small, this selection is a beautiful addition to any
Advent service and includes an optional solo violin
part. Effective!
10753037 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
10753037L SATB Large Print . . . . . . . . . 2.15
10753038 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
4L Come, Messiah!—Lloyd Larson. This buoyant
anthem by Lloyd Larson 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." The delightful piano accompaniment along
with optional oboe and light percussion make this
fresh consideration for Advent.
10882128 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10882128L SATB Large Print . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10882129 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
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Come, Thou Jesu—arr. John Purifoy. This
creative new anthem seamlessly pairs the beloved
Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring with the classic Advent
text Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus. With a
touch of word painting and poignant additions to the
lyrics, this piece is a lovely and worshipful offering.
The optional cello part will enhance the moment.
Highly recommended!
10757527 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
10757527L SATB Large Print . . . . . . . . . 2.20
4L Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus—arr. John
Behnke. The Charles Wesley text Come, Thou Long
Expected Jesus paired with the tune
JEFFERSON
has a standard place in denominational hymnals.
John Behnke has created a simple setting of this
essential piece of Advent repertoire. This choral
setting is accessible and easy to teach.
10882952 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
10882952L Two-Part Large Print . . . . . . 3.00
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Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus—Pamela
Robertson/arr. Heather Sorenson. This musical
reboot of the classic Wesleyan Advent text is very
different from other versions. The piano announces
instantly the robust qualities of this theme in minor
mode. The slower, chantlike middle section offers
contrast with layers of sonority. The opening returns
as the piece comes to a great ending. Original!
10880646 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10880648E Instrumental Parts ePrint. . . 25.00
Comfort, Comfort Ye My People—arr. Howard
Helvey. Thoughtfully arranged for church and
school settings, Comfort, Comfort Ye My People
offers many teaching opportunities. This Howard
Helvey arrangement provides a madrigal feel,
mixed meter, rhythmic challenges, a meaningful
tambourine part and a tasteful accompaniment.
Highly recommended!
10513794 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10513795 Instrumental Parts
Tambourine . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
L The Coming of the Lord—Pepper Choplin.
This great Advent anthem from Pepper Choplin
is inspiring and very appropriate for the season.
The classical feel of the piece is supported by the
excellent orchestration. The piece also includes O
Come, O Come Emmanuel. Prepare the way for the
Coming of the Lord!
10753043 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
10753043L SATB Large Print . . . . . . . . . 2.15
10753044 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
10753044L SAB Large Print . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
10753045 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
10753047 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . 59.95
10753049 Orchestration CD-ROM . . . . 59.95
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Creation Will Be at Peace—J. Paul Williams
& Anna Laura Page. 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 cherished by
choir and congregation alike.
1826197 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
1862192 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
1963214 Handbells 3 Octaves. . . . . . . 3.50
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Do You Know the Way to Bethlehem?—
Charlotte Lee & William Dix. This spirited anthem
is quickly learned during the busy Advent/
Christmas season. The energetic and lightly
syncopated motion ensures broad appeal to choirs
and congregations alike. The brief inclusion of
Greensleeves and the optional instruments also
provide a fresh dimension to this yuletide anthem.
10028620 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
10810592 TTBB or TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10810592L TTBB Large Print . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10028621 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22.95
HL E'en So, Lord Jesus, Quickly Come—Paul
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Manz. Recently celebrating its 50th year in print,
this breathtaking choral essay is simply one of the
finest choices for Advent or general services with
a text based on Revelations 22. Conceived for a
cappella voices, this is Paul Manz's most performed
work, and it is equally beautiful if presented with a
quiet keyboard accompaniment.
285841 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
285841L SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10606977 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
Emmanuel—Laura Story/arr. Heather Sorenson.
A tender and compassionate lullaby to the
newborn King who was born to be our "God with
us." Culled from Laura Story's Christmas CD, this
stunning arrangement by Heather Sorenson is both
accessible and worshipful. With breathtaking choral
writing and optional strings and percussion, this will
soon become a staple in your library. "Emmanuel,
the promise kept, it's the longing in my heart for
God in flesh!"
10595228 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
10595229 Split Track CD . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
10595230E Instrumental Parts ePrint. . . 35.00
L Emmanuel—Tom Long & Allen Pote. This concise
Advent anthem is easily learned and fitting for any
Sunday leading up to Christmas and can easily
serve as an introit. With plenty of unison lines and
memorable part singing, the story is told: "In the cry
of a child of promise, the prophets tell our God will
live among us, Emmanuel." Practical, meaningful
and inspired!
10750761 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10750761L SATB Large Print . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10750762 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
Emmanuel, Expected Jesus—Ruth Elaine
Schram. With ample unison passages to ensure
quick preparation during a busy season, this
creative presentation by Ruth Elaine Schram
expresses a fervent plea for Christ's return.
The optional cello accompaniment provides an
additional dimension of warmth. An excellent two-
part mixed choice!
10601376 Two-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
l Emmanuel Has Come—arr. James Koerts. A
hauntingly beautiful opening featuring O Come,
O Come Emmanuel sets the stage for a new text
and tune. "The Son of God is born; He has come!"
An accessible piece in unison for any choir with a
significant solo part..Beautifully orchestrated.
10912851 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
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Every Valley—John Purifoy. This important
Advent scripture vibrates to life in this setting filled
with expressive opportunities for your choir. The
chant-like opening moves from unison into clusters
of glistening sound. The main section of the theme
is gently buoyant and arches with supple patterns,
capturing the hope contained in this beloved
passage from Isaiah. Stylish!
10880616 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
L Gaelic Alleluia—arr. Craig Courtney. The
ancient hymn tune
PUER NOBIS comes from
Ireland, and this celebratory anthem takes the
melody - and listener - back to its Irish roots!
With four-hand piano accompaniment and a
tambourine for color, this setting contains two
text options: one for Easter and another for
Advent. In either season (or both), it is sure to
surprise your congregation as an enthusiastic
celebration of joy! Now available for treble and
tenor/bass choirs.
10341892 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10341893 P/A CD for SATB . . . . . . . . 24.95
10341894 Tambourine Part
for SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
10907646 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
10907646L SSAA Large Print . . . . . . . . . 2.15
10907649 P/A CD for SSAA . . . . . . . . 24.95
10907648 Tambourine Part
for SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
10907647 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
10907647L TTBB Large Print . . . . . . . . . 2.15
10907650 P/A CD for TTBB. . . . . . . . . 24.95
10907651 Tambourine Part
for TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
4L The God of Abraham Praise—arr. Brian Buda.
Full of majesty and power, this striking setting
of an ancient Hebrew tune and text focuses on
worshiping Jehovah, the great "I AM." Brian
Buda's confident choral writing is enhanced by the
classical-style accompaniment for piano and violin.
10882137 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
10882137L SATB Large Print . . . . . . . . . 2.20
10882138 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
Gospel Magnificat—Patti Drennan. Patti Drennan
offers us this gospel style telling of Mary's story
from the book of Luke. A wonderful opportunity to
feature a female soloist, backed by choir with a fun
gospel style piano accompaniment. This unique
arrangement will have your congregation taking a
second look, and listen!
10308968 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
A Great Light—Lloyd Larson. This Advent anthem,
with a text based on Isaiah 9:2 and 6, is built around
an original melody which then leads into Come,
Thou Long-Expected Jesus. It is easily learned with
minimal rehearsal time. Ideal for the season!
10603878 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10603879 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
10603880 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . 69.95
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Of the Father's Love (A Candle Lighting
Ceremony for Advent)—Joel Raney. 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. As that
concludes, the choir comes back in with the option
of adding the congregation. There are five readings,
one for each candle. Reproducible parts for the
congregation are included as well as an optional
part for four handbells.
10603947 SATB with opt. A Cappella . . 2.20
10603949 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
I Hear the Prophet Callin'—Pepper Choplin.
This mesmerizing original opens with the haunting
call of the distant prophet, "Prepare the way of
the Lord." The choir responds as the voice of the
faithful, "Make straight the way in the desert for
our God." Composed in a simple, Appalachian folk
style, this little gem sparkles with creativity. Optional
instrumental accompaniment adds a plaintive touch
that is just right for Advent or Christmas morning.
10049476 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
10520117 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
10049479 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
L I Want to Walk as a Child of the Light—
Kathleen Tomerson/arr. Mark Hayes. This 20th-
century hymn is useful for so many occasions
during the church year including Epiphany,
Transfiguration, discipleship, and Advent. It is rich
with scriptural references and set for SATB voices,
piano, and solo trumpet in a straightforward and
effective manner. Mark Hayes' creativity shines
forth as he paints the text in unique and meaningful
ways. Inspiring!
10750801 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10750801L SATB Large Print . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10750803 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
4L Immanuel—Benjamin Knoedler. This original ballad
for Advent, Christmas, or Epiphany exudes comfort
and joy! Features wonderful lyrical writing for SATB
choir, piano, and optional violin. Accessible choral
parts make this a cinch to learn, offering directors an
opportunity to develop musical expression.
10907419 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10907419L SATB Large Print . . . . . . . . . 2.25
In This Hour—Heather Sorenson. This anthem is
like an authentic journal entry for a walk of faith,
with a rare fragile quality that brings the listener
close. The choral writing is well matched to the
subject, and the unison verses help create clarity.
Truly inspired and not to be missed!
10594983 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10594984 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
10658402E Instrumental Parts ePrint. . . 30.00
An Invitation for Advent—Ruth Elaine Schram
& Douglas Nolan. Beckoning for Emmanuel
to "come and set us free," this anthem of
expectation combines original music and text
with the beloved Advent hymn O Come, O Come
Emmanuel. A stirring piano accompaniment
enhances the sense of longing with its gentle but
continuous rhythmic drive.
10594913 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10506058 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . 2.50
l Isaiah the Prophet—Daniel C. Nelson. Inspired
by Joy Patterson's text about the new creation,
Daniel Nelson has set the lovely American folk
hymn,
SAMANTHRA, creating a haunting SATB
Advent anthem. The piano accompaniment
provides the rhythmic impetus, and the choral
texture is approachable and satisfying.
10881443 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
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Jehovah Elohim—David Pomeranz & Kathie Lee
Gifford/arr. Joel Raney. Television icon Kathie Lee
Gifford and platinum songwriter David Pomeranz
have partnered to create a new song that captures
the mystery and majesty of Advent. Joel Raney's
stunning arrangement incorporates O Come, O
Come, Emmanuel, adding a perfect touch.
10757516 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
10757516L SATB Large Print . . . . . . . . . 2.20
lL Joy of Every Longing Heart—arr. Mary
McDonald. Your choir and congregation will love
this celebratory arrangement by Mary McDonald.
It brings together the familiar text of Come, Thou
Long Expected Jesus and the well-known hymn
tune
WARRENTON. Boost the festivity with the
optional orchestra.
10882252 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
10882252L SATB Large Print . . . . . . . . . 2.00
10882253 P/A CD & Split Track. . . . . . 26.95
10882254 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . 59.95
Keep Your Lamps Trimmed and Burning—arr.
Lloyd Larson. This Lloyd Larson arrangement takes
a fresh look at this great spiritual. Scored for piano,
hand drum and acoustic bass, this arrangement
includes text not often associated with the spiritual
and makes it an excellent choice for Advent and
times when the coming of the Lord is the focus.
Highly recommended!
10601421 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
10601422 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
10601423 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . 9.95
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