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Liturgical
Easter Anthems
l Alleluia! He Is Risen—Bob Hurd/arr. Rick
Modlin. Catchy and upbeat, this song for
Easter Sunday and the following season
emphasizes both the Resurrection and the
"rising up from the water" of all those initiated
into Christ's paschal mystery. As such, it is
also ideal for Rites of Christian Initiation for
Adults (RCIA). Befitting its joyful Easter theme,
the piece includes parts for brass trio.
11373782 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.65
Alleluia! Jesus Is Risen!—arr. Michael
Burkhardt. This compelling hymn concertato
weds the tune
EARTH AND ALL STARS with
a majestic text by Herbert Brokering. It
is scored for SATB choir and organ with
optional congregation. Optional parts for brass
ensemble and timpani help to create a feeling
of transcendent triumph.
11164396 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
11164398 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . 18.00
11164397 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . 40.00
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As a Deer Longs for Flowing Streams—
Terre Johnson. A flowing and soothing setting
of Psalm 42, appropriate for general use or in
Easter Vigil services.
11373277 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
11373278 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00
11373279 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . 50.00
lL Christ Is Risen! He Is Living!—John
Helgen. An invigorating festival anthem for
Easter Sunday! Using the familiar hymn
text Now All the Vault of Heaven Resounds,
Helgen's original music captures the
character of each stanza, providing a variety
of vocal textures mixed with jubilant refrains of
"Alleluia!" Choir, brass, organ, and percussion
provide joy on Easter morning!
11373955 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
11373956E Brass Quartet &
Percussion Parts ePrint . . 15.00
Christ the Lord Is Risen Again—Philip
W.J. Stopford. Philip Stopford has written a
joyous setting for Easter which abounds with
energetic alleluias. A very singable melody
and an air of celebration make this anthem a
perfect way to begin an Easter service.
10341714 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10554365 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . 30.00
10546520E Instrumental Parts ePrint . 30.00
10554366 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . 20.00
10546519E Full Score ePrint . . . . . . . 20.00
Day of Arising—Carl Schalk/arr. Michael
Burkhardt. This accessible arrangement of
Carl Schalk's hymn tune,
RAABE, is perfect for
the smaller choir with optional congregational
singing. Susan Palo Cherwien's text compares
the story of Jesus's appearance to the
disciples on the roadway with the way in
which Christ is revealed to us in the breaking
of bread. Organ accompaniment and optional
oboe or clarinet are very effective.
11164399 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.00
11164400 Oboe & Clarinet Parts . . . 12.00
l Day of Delight and Beauty Unbounded—
Paul D. Weber. This jubilant setting of an Easter
hymn is based on the tune
IN DIR IST FREUDE
and is scored for choir, two trumpets, two
trombones, organ, hand drum, and optional
assembly. Written in a joyful Renaissance
style, handdrum adds to the dancelike rhythms
of the melody. Use this for your Easter anthem
or as a hymn concertato with congregation
joining in.
11349063 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
11356441E Instrumental Parts ePrint . 15.00
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He Is Risen—Philip W. J. Stopford. This
vibrant and thrilling Easter anthem begins
with a fanfare from the brass and organ.
Following the opening declarative statements,
the sopranos take a more lyric verse offering
comfort after "Lent's long shadows depart."
After an instrumental interlude, the choir
returns declaring victory over darkness. For
choir with organ and optional brass quintet.
11373289 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
11373290 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.00
11373291 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . 35.00
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
11167069 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10552628 Instrumental Parts for SATB
Arrangement Only . . . . . . 35.00
11167070 Instrumental Parts for SAB
Arrangement Only . . . . . . 50.00
Now the Green Blade Rises—arr. Donald
McCullough. This animated setting of the
traditional Easter carol can be performed
with piano or organ. It features a sprightly
accompaniment and easy but varied choral
writing- sometimes in canon, sometimes in
augmentation, a fair amount of unison, and
some SATB.
11164401 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
l See, I Make All Things New—Ken Canedo.
With a catchy, lightly syncopated refrain this
singable assembly song is sure to be quickly
embraced by your congregation. The lyrics
based on Revelation 21:1-5 deal with topics
of comfort, eternal life, faith, healing, unity,
and the kingdom of God over its three verses,
making this song especially appropriate during
the season of Easter.
11373794 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.85
D Stay With Us—Michael John Trotta.
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Elegant in its simplicity, this anthem provides
opportunities for artistic performance with
limited rehearsal time. The piece utilizes an
accessible piano accompaniment and optional
handbells, with a few places designated as
optional a cappella. The final verse of the work
recaps the original theme while the optional
descant on the text "Peace be with you" soars.
11163995 SATB with Handbells . . . . . 2.50
10949728 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
11344340 Two-Part or SA . . . . . . . . . 2.75
l That Easter Day with Joy Was Bright—
Benjamin M. Culli. A classic Easter text is
given a substantive, dramatic setting in this
English cathedral-style anthem. Utilizing
the full dynamic ranges of both choir and
organ, the anthem features an original tune
accompanied by dramatic and creative organ
writing. This majestic piece is perfect for
Easter Sunday and throughout Eastertide. An
optional trumpet part is available separately
for download.
11348383 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.90
This Joyful Eastertide—arr. John Ferguson.
This is an excellent two-part mixed setting
of the traditional Easter tune
VRUECHTEN.
Ferguson's rhythmic energy and creative vocal
writing brings this Easter favorite to life. This
anthem is sure to inspire and is the ideal Easter
anthem for smaller liturgical choirs.
10607535 Two-Part Mixed. . . . . . . . . 1.95
l The Time of Singing—Anne Krentz Organ.
This is a creative and elegant setting of a text
from the Song of Solomon. Imitative part-
writing and mixed duple and triple meters
make this anthem both approachable and
interesting. A beautiful addition to the Easter
season or anytime for spring. "For lo, the
winter is past, the time for singing has come."
11349062 Two-Part Mixed. . . . . . . . . 2.40
Easter Contemporary/
Modern Worship
D Ain't No Grave—arr. David Angerman. This
country-blues-flavored hit from Claude Ely,
Jonathan Helser, Melissa Helser, and Molly
Skaggs instills the hope of everlasting life into
the heart of the believer. Your choir will enjoy
building the voice parts throughout and then
pulling back to the hushed ending. Add the
optional viola part for an even more authentic
sound. Powerful!
11166529 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
11317493 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
11166530 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
Because He Lives—Matt Maher, William
J. Gaither, Gloria Gaither, Daniel Carson,
Chris Tomlin, Ed Cash & Jason Ingram/arr.
Daniel Semsen. With a mention of the classic
song by Bill and Gloria Gaither, Because He
Lives, this powerful arrangement offers an
opportunity for a soloist and is arranged for
choirs of any size. With a new melody and
lyrics, you will find a perfect option for your
Easter morning services or any Sunday you
want to celebrate the living Savior!
10552817 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.99
10552820 Stem Mix . . . . . . . . . . . . 49.99
10552821 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . 79.99
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Because He Lives, Amen—arr. Ed Hogan.
Your congregation will love this modern praise
anthem that revisits a classic chorus and
presents it for a new generation. This song of
hope and assurance reminds us that God is
always with us. With its superb vocal writing
and orchestration, this anthem is sure to be an
encouragement to both singers and listeners
alike! Don't miss Because He Lives!
10516038 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10516039 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
10516040E Instrumental Parts ePrint . 35.00
Come Out of the Graveyard—Don Koch,
Dan Dean, Dave Clark/arr. Cliff Duren. We all
need to be encouraged and inspired to leave
behind the chains and fear that shackle us.
Through the power and authority of Christ,
we are no longer bound by death and can
come out of the graveyard. This mighty and
energetic solo-driven song is perfect for your
Easter celebration or anytime during the year
when reflecting on this message.
11316829 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.29
11316831 Accompaniment CD . . . . 29.99
11316830 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . 74.99
Death Was Arrested—Brandon Coker,
Adam Kersh, Paul Taylor Smith and Heath
Balltzglier/ arr. Nick Robertson. From the
Easter musical Closer to the Cross, this
anthem is a proclamation that death was
defeated when Christ rose from the grave. A
powerful worshipful anthem, this celebratory
ballad expresses the freedom we can
experience through our risen Savior.
11316838 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.09
11316840 Accompaniment CD . . . . 29.99
11316839 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . 74.99
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