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LITURGICAL ADVENT ANTHEMS
Adult Liturgical
Advent Anthems
Adam Lay Ybounden—Jerry Ulrich. Here is
a simple setting of a traditional 15th-century
English text. The first verse relates the
events of Genesis, Chapter 3; the second
verse narrates the fall of humanity following
Adam's temptation; the third verse suggests
redemption by the birth of Jesus. Featuring
excellent performance notes, this haunting
piece is especially appropriate for Advent.
10510018 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
Advent Calls—Stan Pethel. Stan Pethel
and Herb Frombach explore the sense of
preparation and anticipation that is at the core
of Advent in this wonderful anthem. "Stem
of Jesse, budding rose, Come to us and
nevermore depart. Plant your seed of love and
hope, and blossom in our hearts."
10999104 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
Advent Processional—Daniel Greig. An
ideal introit for Advent services, this short and
effective offering is written with a medieval
feel. The minor key infuses the tune with the
mystery and longing of the Advent message.
The optional percussion provides another
interesting layer to this impressive composition.
10516375 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
A Basque Carol—arr. Chris Thomas. A
traditional Basque carol from the 13th century,
also referred to as Gabriel's Message. Explore
this textured arrangement of the poetic text and
lilting choral lines, which works especially well
with the string orchestra accompaniment.
11397560 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10513795 Instrumental Parts
Tambourine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.95
Creator of the Stars of Night—Andrew Bruhn.
Original music provides a fresh and tuneful
setting of the familiar advent hymn text. The
lyrical melody pairs beautifully with the text in
this very accessible anthem.
11396624 Two-Part Mixed. . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
I Will Hold Him—Joanna Forbes L'Estrange.
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 (Tenors and Basses) and
Mary (Sopranos and Altos). The turning point
comes at verse 5 when Mary repeats the words
which the angel has just spoken but in the first
person, indicating her willingness to accept
God's calling. For the final section of the piece,
Mary, now represented by a solo soprano,
communes directly with God through prayer.
The metre changes from the folky 6/8 to a freer
colla voce at which point the choir resumes its
verse 1 role of narrator.
11514610 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.80
In a Still, Cold Winter Night—arr. Mark Sedio.
This tender Christmas anthem features close,
overlapping choral textures that advanced
ensembles will love. It may be sung a cappella
or with optional guitar accompaniment.
11512138 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence—Carlton
R. Young. Here composer Young provides
a fresh setting of a beloved hymn. The
text dates back to a fourth-century rite; the
translation was matched with a French melody
in the twentieth century. This setting utilizes
rhythmic augmentation and gentle application
of handbells and percussion to lead into
meditation on the communion/Advent text.
10523273 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence—Chad
Fothergill. A really beautiful introduction
establishes the tone for this glorious congregation/
choir setting, which was the highlight of the 2019
Christmas at Duke Chapel program. Accompanied
by organ and strings, verses one and four are
unison, verse two is SATB a cappella, and
verse three suggests the congregation in canon.
It closes with a brilliant, thrilling finish.
11199722 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.65
11199723 String Orchestra Parts . . . .45.00
11199724 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25.00
Lift Up Your Heads—Olaf C. Christiansen.
Coming from the rich St. Olaf tradition, this a
cappella setting of the well-loved Advent hymn
will be enjoyed by choirs for years to come.
11515560 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
The Light of Christmas Morn—Josh Bauder.
Originally written for the University of St.
Thomas' Christmas festival, this piece is at
once reflective and majestic. Perform it with
optional brass and percussion for added
expressive possibilities!
10599929 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
The Long-Expected Hour—arr. Howard
Helvey. Howard Helvey's impeccable attention
to voice leading and exquisite sense of style
are on full display in this a cappella advent
anthem that sets Thomas Campbell's text to
an early American ballad tune.
11395413 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
Magnificat anima mea (from Magnificat)—
Taylor Scott Davis. This energetic opening
movement of a larger setting of the Magnificat
certainly stands on its own. Brilliant choral
writing can be accompanied by full orchestra,
chamber orchestra, or organ and harp
(piano) with optional percussion. Divisi writing
creates rich sonorities, and careful Latin
text declamation is achieved through meter
changes and lively rhythmic interplay. An
exciting and highly recommended work.
11394796 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.15
O Come, O Come, Emmanuel—arr. Trevor
Manor. This arrangement is stunning! Scored
for SATB chorus, optional children's choir and
congregation, with piano or optional flute, organ
and brass quintet, it transforms the simple
chant-like carol into a magnificent opening for
the Advent season. Each verse, including one
for a cappella voices, builds toward a climactic
ending. This is good enough to become an
annual tradition in your church.
10503486 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.55
10503487 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . . .65.00
O Come, Redeemer of the Earth—Brian
L. Hanson. Using a fourth-century text from
Ambrose of Milan, this timeless anthem is
exquisite from its delicate beginning to the
powerful ending. Beautiful vocal lines feature SA
and TB combinations separately, then bring the
choir together through intimate harmonies and
suspensions. Perfect for any Advent service,
Vespers, or even a midnight Christmas Mass.
10513699 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
11397125 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
O Magnum Mysterium—Evan Ramos. Easy
and absolutely beautiful for a cappella voices,
this setting of the beloved Latin Christmas
text is a succinct and lyrical selection that will
create a moment of wonder in your concert
or worship service. Simple, elegant, and
haunting, this piece is a wonderful choice for
developing choirs.
11370926 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10990309 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10871862 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10586916 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
Prepare the Way of the Lord (Canticle for
Advent)—Michael Larkin. A lyrical, flowing
anthem appropriate for most any worship
experience during Advent. Alternating
between unison and divisi passages, this
anthem is very accessible and will be easily
learned by your choir. Verses can also be
done by soloists. Try something different
this Advent season, your worship will be
reinvigorated with this new composition.
10514446 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.70
Prepare the Way, O Zion—Matthew Weaver.
A lively and accessible advent offering, this
setting of
BEREDEN VAG FOR HERRAN is
accompanied by piano four hands. Unison
choral writing predominates the first and
third verses, while homophonic vocals add
contrast and depth in the middle verse, further
distinguished by some rhythmic and harmonic
alterations. The joyful final tag will make a nice
advent worship benediction.
11394805 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.65
Veni, Veni Emmanuel (I Will Come)—
Michael John Trotta. A rhythmic ostinato on
"Veni, veni" and optional percussion (triangle,
tambourine and drum) infuse the traditional
Advent carol with such unrelenting energy,
the effect on the listener is mesmerizing!
Detailed performance notes give fascinating
historical perspective to the work. Includes
an English translation of the text, which is
Latin throughout. This is a unique take on
the ancient carol that will be an exhilarating a
cappella highlight of your holiday concert!
10509932 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.50
10871946 Three-Part Mixed opt.
baritone and percussion . . . . 3.00
11198194 SA opt. piano accompaniment
and percussion . . . . . . . . . . . 3.00
10584797 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.00
10944942 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.50
Wake Awake—Nicolai/Christiansen. Rich
chords permeate this classic arrangement
of an Advent text. Solemn invocations
break into a flurry of 'hallelujah's and a final
declaration of praise.
4986816 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
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