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GENERAL ANTHEMS
For the Beauty of the Earth—John Rutter.
This masterful anthem is one that has
connected with singers and congregations
all over the globe. It is a timeless anthem
you'll come back to each and every year. Full
instrumentation includes strings, winds, harp
(playable on keyboard), and drums. Reduced
orchestration includes flute, oboe, harp, and
organ. Instrumental lines soar as beautifully
as the vocal melody. A multi-generational
favorite, this is a tasteful blend of text and
musical expression.
1418599 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.65
1363399 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
10432346 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.65
10664870 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31.50
4534657 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . . .72.50
11315690 Full Score Flute, Oboe,
Harp & Organ . . . . . . . . . . .40.99
A Future with Hope—Mark Burrows.
Particularly relevant in times of change or
uncertainty, this easily learned anthem based
on Jeremiah 29:11-13 offers comfort and
assurance. Limited ranges and a supportive
piano accompaniment make this a perfect
selection for elementary singers, mixed-age
treble choirs, youth choirs, or adult choirs. Useful
as the choir season comes to a close or for
graduations and other milestone celebrations.
11396856 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.45
11396857 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . 2.45
The Gift of Love—arr. Hal H. Hopson. Hal
Hopson's pairing of the American folk tune
O Waly Waly with the text of the beloved
Corinthians bible verse is truly inspired! The
text on love is appropriate in church or school
settings and welcome at any time of year. The
latest SATB edition is in G major, a whole step
down from the original key.
1475912 SATB A Major . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.80
10906881 SATB G major. . . . . . . . . . . . 2.80
10305832 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.80
521559 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.80
3025632 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.80
10310036 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.95
10906882 3-5 Octave Handbell
Accompaniment
(G Major Only) . . . . . . . . . . . 6.25
10310038 Instrumental Parts String Quartet
(A and G Major) . . . . . . . . .22.95
Go to the World—Karen Marrolli. This piece
based on Romans 12 challenges the listener
to go into the world with love. Useful as an
anthem or benediction, this universal message
is important in any season of the year.
11416036 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
God Is Singing—Joseph M. Martin. Here's
an anthem full of stylistic diversity! A dramatic
opening with divided choir gives way to
rhythmic mixed meter, followed by a contrasting
hymnlike section. A great crescendo returns
to the theme, driving to the end as the choir
proclaims, "Our God is singing over you."
11416434 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
11501113E Instrumental Parts ePrint . .74.95
God Is There—Lee Dengler. Herb Frombach
has written a powerful text about the struggle
of faith in the face of adversity. A sensitive
and reflective melody carries the text forward,
affirming the reality that "God is there."
The piece explores God's character and
encourages everyone to "stop and listen"
for God's voice. The final resolution occurs
harmonically with a Picardy third, symbolizing
hope. Inspiring!
11512597 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
God's Love Is Everlasting—Mark Hayes.
This original anthem centers on four biblical
texts, each presented in a unique musical
style and creating contrasts in key, meter,
and tempo in a through-composed style.
The spirited 6/8 opening returns to close the
anthem, reinforcing the message that God's
love endures for all time. Brass quintet can be
added to the dynamic piano accompaniment.
11514338 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.10
11514339 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . . .34.95
11514340 Accompaniment CD . . . . . .29.95
God's Love Never Fails—arr. Benjamin David
Knoedler. This simple yet lovely anthem offers
comfort and assurance that God will be with us
through all of life's trials. "God's love never fails.
He is faithful through the storm."
11397157 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
11409550 Accompaniment CD . . . . . .25.00
A Good Work—Joseph M. Martin. One of our
most inspiring scriptures is set with a joyful lilt in
this anthem of promise, ideal for both the start
and the end of the church year. The sturdy
piano accompaniment drives the anthem's
memorable theme before a contrasting
hymnlike B section.
11416453 SATB opt. Flute. . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
Ha-la-lelujah (Raise Your Song)—Pepper
Choplin. In a bright 6/8 meter, this boisterous
Celtic-flavored anthem plays with the syllabic
emphasis of the word "Hallelujah." As the
energy builds, paired voices sing in call and
response, building in the final chorus to spoken
"Shouts" of joy. Great for general worship or a
Kirkin o' the Tartan service, it is enhanced by
optional pennywhistle, guitar, and hand drum.
11393808 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20
Home—Ruth Elaine Schram & Aren Newell
Williams. A sentimental reflection on the
promise of heaven, this tender anthem is
comfortably voiced for smaller choirs and
easy to prepare for All Saints' Day or memorial
services. Providing a reassuring vision of
"home, just beyond the horizon," it spins a lovely
melody supported by solid part-writing, building
through a key change to a comforting close.
11393811 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
Home by Another Road—Mark A. Miller. With
a singable, spirit-filled melody, everyone will
be singing this heart song long after the song
has ended. Exuding confidence, warmth, and
joy, it's a shining example of what it means to
pave a better path for those who come after
us. The anthem is a clear call to visionary work
and will be a fitting complement to themes
of peace and justice, equality and welcome,
outreach, witness, or community. Accessible
for choirs of all sizes and abilities, don't miss
this memorable selection.
11397093 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.45
Hope for All Tomorrows—Mark Hayes. With
a text based on Jeremiah 29:11-13, this original
composition will instill hope in the hearts of
those that sing and hear these stunningly
gorgeous melodies. The text reminds us that
God has a plan for each of us, a future with
hope, making this anthem especially useful
for Confirmation or graduation celebrations.
Optional B-flat clarinet and horn in F.
11416768 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.10
11416769 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . . .22.95
How Lovely Is Thy Dwelling Place—
Johannes Brahms/arr. Russell Robinson. This
arrangement of one of the most beloved pieces
in the choral repertoire is now accessible to
SAB choirs. Not to be missed for a festival or
concert program!
11410887 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.00
Hymn of Devotion—Mary McDonald.
Surrounded by a gently flowing piano
accompaniment with a tender cello obbligato,
this anthem of commitment utters the heartfelt
declaration of Ruth in a setting that breathes
with simplicity and wonder.
11375954 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
Hymn of Unity—Marty Parks. The introduction
of this anthem contains strains of the tune
DENNIS (Blest Be the Tie That Binds), with
snippets continuing throughout. Three familiar
texts on the subjects of unity and the church
are paired with a wonderful original melody.
The first two stanzas feature unison and two-
part writing, while the final stanza features
full four-part writing. A lovely choral "Amen"
concludes the piece.
11512598 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
I Am Amazed—Patricia Mock/arr. Faye
Lopez. This sweet arrangement has a
powerful delicacy that fixates our thoughts on
our amazing, glorious Christ. Supported by
solo instruments, the strong melody reaches a
short climax before ending on a quiet note. It
is a simple piece that would be beautiful for a
small group or choir.
11414567 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
11414568 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . . .30.00
I Am Not My Own—Sean Paul. Here is a
sensitive and simple adaptation of Albert
Simpson's hymn text Tell Me Not of Earthly
Pleasures which encourages us to fix our eyes
on Christ, trusting Him for everything. A song
of consecration, the subdued opening melody
transforms into a compelling chorus your choir
will love to sing.
11514237 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
11514238 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . . .50.00
I Believe—Mark A. Miller. Written in lyric
style, this beautiful choral can be used for any
occasion. The sentiment of the text "I believe
in the sun, even when it's not shining" springs
forth with inspiration and sends thoughts
toward hope.
10335690 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.60
10757190 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.45
10907411 String Quintet and
Piano or Harp . . . . . . . . . . .49.95
10907412 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . . . .149.95
I Can Do All Things Through Christ—Mark
Hayes. With a delightful Celtic flair in the
melody and accompaniment, here comes a
musical reminder that our strength and comfort
are to be found in knowing Jesus Christ.
Besides creative piano accompaniment, the
anthem can be enhanced with parts for flute
and cello.
11375735 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
11375736 P/A CD & Split Track . . . . .29.95
11375737 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . . .29.95
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General Anthems
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All Things New—Elaine Hagenberg.
11375949 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
In His Hands—
arr. Tim Osiek/ed. Dan Forrest.
11395403 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
To Sing Once More—Craig Courtney.
11395420 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
I Believe—Mark A. Miller.
10335690 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.60
You Do Not Walk Alone—
Elaine Hagenberg.
11166201 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
Home by Another Road—Mark A. Miller.
11397093 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.45
Shalom—Dan Forrest.
11314187 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
Offertory—John Ness Beck.
1635143 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
A New Song—Craig Courtney.
11416628 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
The Lord Is My Shepherd (Psalm 23)—
Howard Goodall.
8070275 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.50
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