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ADULT CHOIR
EASTER ANTHEMS
EDITORS'
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Because He Lives
William J. Gaither/
arr. Paul Sjolund & Fred Bock.
Originally set for SATB voices, this SAB version has
been given a new voice that allows choirs of all
sizes to share in this message. Outstanding features
include strong craftsmanship, an exciting and
supportive accompaniment, and energy that will be
uplifting for your Easter and Eastertide services.
11167075 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.55
A Call to Alleluia
Joseph M. Martin.
From the cantata Festival of Faith, this flourish of
Easter praise is the perfect high point for Easter
Sunday. The well-known hymn tune
ENGELBERG
receives a syncopated and mixed-meter upgrade,
driving the piece forward with jubilant energy.
A colorful orchestration provides instrumental
and track options, lifting the anthem to dizzying
heights of praise. Majestic and meaningful!
11317627 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
11317628 Chamber Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
11317629 Full Orchestration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69.95
Christ Is Risen, Sing Alleluia!
Lloyd Larson.
This exclamatory anthem is a joyous proclamation
of Christ's resurrection. The regal opening features
bold choral divisi before settling into a unison
statement of the fanfare-like melody. The final
section ultimately builds up to a restatement of the
opening and ends with a big finish. Incorporate
brass, handbells, percussion, and organ for a
spectacular Easter morning!
11165753 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
11165754 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
11165755 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39.95
Christ Is Risen,
He Is Risen Indeed!
Keith Getty & Kristyn Getty/arr. Joel Raney.
This dynamic Easter hymn from the Getty writing
group offers an unforgettable Celtic celebration. Joel
Raney creatively sets up the opening with a hint of the
traditional spiritual He Never Said a Mumblin' Word.
Then it moves into a faster Irish style for the Getty
hymn that joyously proclaims the risen Lord. With
great rhythmic excitement, it draws to a close with
a reference to the
EASTER HYMN. Optional violin (or
C-Instrument) and rhythm add to the excitement.
11164998 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
11164999 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
11165000 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
Christ the Everliving
John Purifoy.
Announcing the majesty of the risen Christ, this
anthem exudes a rhythmic vigor befitting its strong
text. A regal melody leaps expressively, supported
by syncopated piano figures and hymn-like harmonic
structures. Chorusing alleluias draw the anthem to an
inspired close.
11165934 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
Christ the Lord Is Risen Now
David Lasky.
This regal and festive Easter anthem celebrates
the vanquishing of darkness on that Resurrection
morning. Several chant-like interludes are fixed
between vibrant, fanfare-like music.
11165860 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
Crown Him
with Many Crowns
George J. Elvey/arr. Lloyd Larson.
This regal selection provides the makings of a
high moment of praise for the gathered church.
Between the choral fanfares at the beginning and
end, the congregation is invited to join the choir in
this well-written arrangement of a favorite hymn. A
soprano descant on the last stanza enhances the
powerful unison melody sung by all. An optional
orchestration is available separately. Majestic!
11167052 SATB w/ opt. Congregation . . . . . . . 2.10
11167055 Orchestration CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . 40.00
The Day of Resurrection
arr. Shelton Ridge Love.
Easter triumph resounds from the opening fanfare
of this brilliant arrangement of
LANCASHIRE. Scored
for SATB voices and organ, it features congregation
throughout and optional brass quartet and timpani.
After the thrilling opening fanfare, unison voices
and congregation sing the first stanza. A gradually
thickening choral texture leads to full four-part
harmony on stanza two, enlivened by nice strokes
of harmonic color in the accompaniment. Chorusing
"alleluias" soar through the modulating transition
to the final stanza, where a descant crowns unison
voices culminating in a return of the "alleluias" for the
postlude. Use the final eight measures as an introit.
11166186 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
11166187 Brass Quintet & Timpani . . . . . . . . 25.00
An Easter Celebration
Wes Cameron.
This Easter Sunday introit is a perfect way to
begin your resurrection celebration with a powerful
opening for choir, organ, brass, and handbells.
The text is a verse of Crown Him with Many Crowns
(
DIADEMATA) placed between the proclamation
"Christ is risen! Alleluia!"
11164986 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
11164987 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
11164988 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
Hallelujah! Jesus Lives
Mark Shepperd.
A distinctive way to open your resurrection
celebration, this grand Easter fanfare by Mark
Shepperd is scored for mixed chorus with brass
quartet, plus optional timpani.
11166985 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
11166986 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35.00
He Is Risen
Alan Bullard.
The joy of the opening and closing sections can be
communicated with precise diction and rhythm, in
contrast with the expressive central section. The 7/8
measures of the melody are always grouped 2+2+3,
with an accent on the beginning of the 3. Once that
rhythm is firm, the soprano descant in the last verse
can soar triumphantly over all. Accompanied by
organ or piano, this will be a great addition to your
Easter repertoire.
11318119 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
He Lives
Matt Taylor/arr. Richard A. Nichols.
This new tune has been set to a familiar text that
praises our God because He lives! Simple yet
contemplative, this piece reminds us of who God
is and His joyful resurrection. A different take on a
familiar Easter hymn.
11167169 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
Jesus Is Alive! Alleluia!
David Bailes/arr. Larry Shackley.
This uplifting Easter anthem will invigorate your
celebration of the Resurrection with the triumphant
reminder that "Death's defeated, our debt is paid."
The accessible arrangement makes use of a lively 6/8
feel, appealing harmonic motion, accessible choral
parts, and a solid piano accompaniment to create a
joyous energy.
11165786 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
11165787 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
Jesus Is Risen
James Barnard & James Koerts.
This up-tempo multigenerational piece will serve as
a delightful call to worship on Easter or any Sunday
during Eastertide. The piece begins with a children's
choir, or treble voices, singing the gently syncopated
melody. There is an option to include the congregation
for a stanza of Jesus Christ Is Risen Today (
LLANFAIR)
before the initial theme returns with all forces driving
toward the exciting final "Alleluia!" This is wonderful!
11167067 SATB w/ Treble Choir. . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
11167068 Orchestration CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . 35.00
Let the Trumpet Sound
Natalie Sleeth/arr. John Leavitt.
Natalie Sleeth's classic anthem gets a makeover
into a full SATB choir arrangement with optional
trumpet and handbells. Both voicings can be used
together, allowing combined children and adult
participation. Accessible and perfect for Easter or
any festival service, you'll turn to this piece time
and time again.
11317643 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
11318097 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
11318098 Instrumental Parts
Trumpet, String bass, Handbells . . 20.00
Lift High the Cross
Sidney Nicholson/arr. Richard A. Nichols.
This majestic Easter anthem has been elevated to
dramatic regal status by composer Richard Nichols
in this new setting for SATB choir and organ with
optional brass and percussion. Accessible for most
choirs of varying skill levels, this arrangement will
provide you a beautiful Easter anthem.
10552627 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
11167069 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10552628 Instrumental Parts for SATB . . . . . . 35.00
11167070 Instrumental Parts for SAB . . . . . . . 50.00
Praise Triumphant
arr. Don Marsh.
The many tunes associated with the beloved hymns
All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name and Crown Him
Lord of All are skillfully blended in this powerful
anthem. Selected new words are also carefully woven
into the fabric of the anthem for another fresh touch.
For Easter or Eastertide, or any time - this anthem is
easily prepared and presented, yet highly effective.
11166121 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
Psalm 118: This Is the Day
Bob Hurd & Ken Canedo.
Celebrate the joy of the Resurrection with this
contemporary psalm setting. The composers'
upbeat, catchy arrangement encourages assembly
participation. Using the Lectionary text verbatim, it is
scored for SATB choir, cantor, piano, and guitar.
11316922 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.65
Resurrection Praise
G.F. Handel/arr. Stan Pethel.
Composed in a neo-Baroque vernacular, this Easter
anthem brings brightness and a spirit of joy into the
sanctuary. Using the familiar theme from
LOBE DEN
HERREN mingled with the Hornpipe from Handel's
"Water Music Suite," the piece is accessible for
choirs while giving instrumentalists an opportunity
to shine.
11317458 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
11317459 String Quartet Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00
Risen Indeed!
Allen Pote.
This original anthem tells the Easter story in a mighty
way with piano and/or organ and dynamic optional
brass and timpani. The syncopated resurrection
fanfare of the opening and closing sections
encapsulates a contrasting minor section looking at
the tomb. Very strong and joyful, it is filled with the
festivity needed to proclaim that Christ is risen indeed!
11165120 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.30
11165121 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
11165122 Brass Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
Set Free Your Alleluia!
Joseph M. Martin.
A wonderful new Easter text is paired with
LANCASHIRE. The silent alleluias of Lent and Holy
Week are unleashed with joyful abandon as
strong unison singing announces the theme. The
second stanza features four-part voices, and the
congregation joins unison voices and descant
for the final stanza. Optional brass, timpani, and
handbells add to the triumph.
11165997 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
11165998 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
What a Morning
arr. James Covell & Edwin M. Willmington.
What a Morning! is an ideal arrangement for a
resurrection celebration. The arrangement uses
the familiar spiritual My Lord, What a Morning to
gradually build to a moment when the choir invites
the congregation to join new lyrics set to the familiar
melody Morning Has Broken (
BUNESSAN). This inspiring
resurrection anthem also has options for soloist(s),
handbells, and either full or brass instrumentation.
11167091 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
11167092 Accompaniment CD. . . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
11167093 Instrumental Parts
Brass & Percussion . . . . . . . . . . . . 35.00
11167094 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
The Wondrous News
Dan Schutte.
Perfect as a stately yet festive sending-forth piece,
the message of this assembly song is to go forth and
proclaim the good news. Scored for SAB choir with
descant, keyboard, and guitar, its march-like rhythms
and straightforward, diatonic harmonic scheme will
make it accessible to any congregation.
11167059 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
New for 2021!
We've presented our Editors' Choice
recommendations from last and this year as
many choirs were not singing in spring of 2020.
Look for the red 4 to find the newest
publications in this section.
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