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LITURGICAL LENT & HOLY WEEK ANTHEMS
Liturgical Lent &
Holy Week Anthems
Adoramus Te, Christe—Quirino Gasparini.
Originally attributed to W.A. Mozart, this sacred
gem is a staple of the choral literature and a fine
choice to develop blend, intonation and phrasing
with your mixed choirs. Appropriate for Lent,
communion and especially Good Friday.
3700579 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.55
Lt Ah, Holy Jesus—Daniel Ficarri. Based on the
familiar German hymn HERLIEBSER JESU, this
unaccompanied motet offers a sublime musical
experience for congregations and audiences
alike during the season of Lent. Anchored
by a homophonic four-part middle, the piece
alternates between a soloist or unison section
and imitative settings of the text.
11316636 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
Ashes to Ashes—Dan Schutte. Based in part
on Genesis 3:19, this anthem was designed
for Ash Wednesday. Written for assembly,
SAB choir, keyboard, guitar, oboe, and cello,
the music and text combine to create a
meaningful piece for the day that begins the
Lenten season. There are also alternate verses
for the season of Lent included in the anthem.
10555421 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.85
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Ave Verum Corpus—arr. William Bausano.
This is a brief but well-crafted a cappella SATB
choral setting in modern musical notation of
the well-known Gregorian chant. Sung in Latin,
it is ideal for Eucharistic adoration or for any
Eucharistic celebration, in particular, the Feast
of Corpus Christi. Moving!
11167047 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.30
DL Dies Irae—Michael John Trotta. Pulsating
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rhythmic ostinatos, cluster harmonies, and
soaring soprano lines are all present in this
exciting a cappella concert work, possessing all
the elements you'd expect from the composer
of Veni, Veni Emmanuel. Based on the 13th-
century Dies Irae chant, the exciting minor
texture contrasts driving rhythms and beautiful
legato singing while still remaining accessible.
A perfect way to showcase your choir as a
concert opener, closer, or for festival use.
11315425 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
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Drop, Drop Slow Tears—Malcolm Archer.
This setting of Phineas Fletcher's text is
gentle and flowing, with a lilting, descending
motif to characterize the 'slow tears'. Archer
offers nuanced dynamics and imitative
entries in this simple but expressive piece
suitable for Passiontide.
11315619 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.90
Everlasting Life—David Rasbach. "God so
loved the world that He gave his only Son,
that whoever believes in Him shall not perish,
but have eternal life." This extraordinary verse
from John 3 is so beautifully expressed in
music that all who sing, perform and hear it
will experience this gospel message as never
before. Scored for SATB voices and piano,
composer David Rasbach pairs voices and
accompaniment as equal partners in delivering
what many consider to be the purest example
of love. An exceptional composition!
10554804 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
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For God So Loved the World—Melchior
Franck/arr. William Braun. Melchior Frank's
accessible a cappella setting of John 3:16 is
a great way to introduce classic literature to
your choir. William Braun's edition translates
the original German text into English and sets
this late Renaissance/early Baroque anthem in
modern notation. Poignant.
10954724 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
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Go to Dark Gethsemane—Matthew Culloton.
The familiar text by James Montgomery
is given a new melodic setting that maintains
a reflective tone throughout. The text depicts
the journey from Gethsemane to the cross to
Easter morning.
11373287 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
God So Loved the World So That He
Gave—Benjamin M. Culli. This anthem
features the beloved hymn text in a gorgeous
new tune and setting. The good news of God's
love for us is expressively proclaimed through
the full dynamic ranges of the choir and organ.
Careful use of unison, two-part, and four-
part writing makes this piece easy to learn.
Compelling and thoughtful!
10911607 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
Indwelling Christ—Carol Browning. Filled
with the images of water, light, and life, this
piece can be used throughout Lent, then
again at the Easter Vigil and throughout the
Easter season. The text is also appropriate for
celebrations with a discipleship focus. The tune
is uplifting and accessible for congregations.
For cantor, assembly, keyboard, opt. C
instrument and guitar.
11346640 SAB Cantor, Assembly,
Keyboard, Opt. C Instrument
and Guitar. . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
DL
Into Your Hands I Surrender—Michael
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John Trotta. This beautiful a cappella motet
is extracted from Mr. Trotta's major work
Seven Last Words. It is lush in its harmonies
and suitable for both church and school use.
Choirs will enjoy singing this SATB anthem that
contains minimal divisi.
10663147 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
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Lord, Pour Mercy—Jeffrey Honore. Here is a
beautiful setting written for the Year of Mercy.
Sink into these simple yet luscious harmonies
in an a cappella anthem that cries for God's
mercy and healing. A welcome text during
Lent, Divine Mercy Sunday, or any time in
gentle praise of God's love for us.
11166729 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
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Lord, Who Throughout These Forty
Days—arr. Zebulon M. Highben. A creative
setting for unaccompanied SATB chorus, this
arrangement is built on the venerable Kentucky
Harmony tune
DETROIT. Of medium difficulty
due to the lack of accompaniment, the vocal
lines are intuitive and easy to sing.
11316651 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
My Faith Looks Up to Thee—Jonathan
Kohrs. The familiar text is treated to a new
melody which employs a variety of tempos,
harmonies, and textures to emphasize the
meaning. Useful for Lent and general use.
Tune:
OLIVET NEW.
11348393 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
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Now Christ, Thou Sun of Righteousness—
Richard J. Clark. John Dryden's English text
melds with lyrical and expressive chant-like
music from Richard J. Clark. A beautiful work for
Lent that looks ahead towards the redemption of
Easter. "Soon will that day, Thy day, appear and
all things with its brightness cheer."
10810229 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
Lt O Vos Omnes—Henry Hinnant. This
traditional text of mourning, "O all you who
walk by on the road, pay attention and see:
if there be any sorrow like my sorrow" is
especially suitable for Lent or Holy Week.
Hinnant tempers the desolation of the text with
an entreating musical warmth that speaks to
God's comfort and constant provision, even in
the darkest times. Thoughtful and meaningful.
11165870 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
l Remembrance of You—Sarah Hart & Sarah
Kroger/arr. Rick Modlin. Gentle yet evocative,
this contemporary Communion song reflects
on the Paschal mystery and the meaning of the
Eucharist for the faithful as they are unified in
body and spirit with Christ. The octavo provides
scoring for full SATB choir or a simpler two-part
option, piano and guitar accompaniments, and a
part for flute. Especially relevant for celebrations
of Holy Thursday, Easter Vigil, and throughout
the Easter season, your assembly will find this
singable tune inspiring and accessible.
11373793 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.80
l Requiem Aeternam—Maurice Ravel/
arr. Rupert Gough. Ravel's popular Pavane
pour une infante defunte arranged for mixed
voices and organ, allows choirs to perform
this beautiful staple of the orchestral repertoire
with meaningful text. The melody is matched
to the words of Requiem aeternam and
features a characterful and active organ part
that underpins the sustained vocal lines.
A worshipful addition to service or concert.
11372133 SATB divisi with Organ . . . 3.35
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To Dust—Karen Marrolli. This lovely,
reflective prayer for mixed voices and piano
is an excellent choice during Lent, particularly
Ash Wednesday. It is beautiful and lyrical
writing that will be meaningful for choir and
congregation alike.
10552208 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
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Tristis Est Anima Mea—Robert Benson.
A beautiful SATB setting of this text from the
Liber Responsorialis. Includes a complete
translation of the Latin text. Perfectly suited for
Holy Thursday and Good Friday.
11167060 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.30
Upon the Cross—Randall DeBruyn &
Genevieve Glen. An excellent anthem for Palm
Sunday or Good Friday. A congregational
hymn version is also included for full assembly
participation. Of medium difficulty, a well-
crafted piece for SATB choir, descant, piano,
and solo instrument in C.
10943364 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.80
Lt
You Have Searched Me, Lord—Stephen
Burtonwood. Meditate on God's omnipotence
with this lyrical a cappella setting of Psalm 139.
Peaceful and natural, this anthem is perfect for
a Lenten service. Well crafted and inspired.
11165873 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
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Ubi Caritas—Paul Mealor. This a cappella
setting of the Maundy Thursday Latin
hymn Ubi Caritas was composed for the
royal wedding of Prince William and Miss
Catherine Middleton. It was first performed
by the Choirs of Westminster Abbey and Her
Majesty's Chapel Royal, St. James' Palace
at Westminster Abbey on Friday, April 29,
2011. While challenging, this pieces is a
beautiful addition to the liturgical choral
and concert repertoire due to its colorful
chords and sensitivity to the overall message
of the text.
10283467 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
L Wondrous Love—Eric Nelson. This is a
poignant, sensitive setting of WONDROUS LOVE
with a piano accompaniment reminiscent
of tolling bells. Well-crafted choral writing
ensures that your choir will enjoy learning and
singing this anthem, perfectly suited to the
Lenten season.
11316646 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
11316648 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
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