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The Best New Adult Choir Hymn Anthems
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Concertato on
Come, Christians, Join to Sing
Larry Visser.
This festive concertato setting of the hymn tune MADRID includes
stately brass quartet fanfares, with organ and timpani providing a sturdy
foundation for the congregation on verses 1 and 3. The choir is featured
a cappella on verse 2 with the hymn melody assigned to the tenor voice.
This regal setting will enrich any worship service.
11564920 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
Concertato on Hyfrydol
Alleluia! Sing to Jesus! & Lord,
You Give the Great Commission
arr. Jeffrey Honore.
An extended fanfare opens this setting of HYFRYDOL for choir, assembly,
organ, brass, and timpani. With two texts: Alleluia! Sing to Jesus! and
Lord, You Give the Great Commission, this festive and usable setting
provides the elements for a grand entrance procession and includes a
cappella choral verses, instrumental interludes, and assembly with choir.
11567860 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.90
Followers of the Lamb
arr. Earlene Rentz.
A lively traditional Shaker song, this arrangement pays homage to the
song's roots while adding a vibrant, contemporary feel. Available in
multiple voicings that work for almost any choir, this historic piece offers
many educational opportunities for study and is also a wonderful choice
for concerts or services.
11566979 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.45
11566980 Three-Part Mixed or SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.45
11566981 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.45
11566982 TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.45
For All the Saints
Ralph Vaughan Williams/arr. Sean Paul.
This jubilant arrangement breathes new life into a familiar hymn. The
lively piano accompaniment is filled with joy and creates a festive spirit.
Strong unison sections give way to harmony with delightful "alleluias."
Two-part writing characterizes the middle stanza, and the energetic final
stanza drives to the end with the thrilling return of the "alleluias."
11564752 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
For All the Saints
Ralph Vaughn Williams/arr. Heather Sorenson.
The classic hymn is sent soaring in this festive arrangement. It opens
introspectively, with phrases augmented and a lovely accompaniment.
The second verse starts homophonically, gradually building and
becoming more antiphonal, until a big interlude and key change lead
to the glorious final verse that ends with an extended brilliant "Alleluia"
section. Perform with the glorious keyboard accompaniment alone or
add orchestra.
11569233 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.65
Great Is Thy Faithfulness
William M. Runyan/arr. Maureen Howell.
This fresh arrangement of the well-known gospel hymn, set in a bluesy,
laid-back style, offers a joyful way to sing your praise. The congregation
joins in unison on the final verse to celebrate God's unwavering love
and faithfulness.
11566230 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.65
All That Makes This Moment Holy
Joseph M. Martin.
Opening with the traditional tune VESPER HYMN, heard first in the
women's and then the men's verses, this setting modulates as the
piano becomes more involved and the choir sings original music. The
contrasting B section opens in a minor key, underscoring the voices
who sing of the Suffering Servant. The A theme returns, leading back to
VESPER HYMN, which closes the anthem.
11568208 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
Be Thou My Vision
arr. Paul John Robinson.
This elegant rendition of the revered 8th-century Irish hymn is a masterful
interpretation, gradually building from a gentle opening to an awe-
inspiring finale. With skillful key changes and a captivating progression
through stanzas, this arrangement is both simple and profound.
11564912 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
A Celtic Psalm
The King of Love My Shepherd Is
arr. Brenda Portman.
A lovely and flowing setting of the wonderful ST COLUMBA tune matched
with the familiar Henry Williams Baker text based on Psalm 23, this
arrangement is in a Celtic style that evokes a sense of serenity and
tranquility. It reminds us of God's continual presence in our lives.
11566215 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.65
Children of the Heavenly Father
arr. Sean Paul.
From the delicate opening piano notes, this arrangement of the
traditional Swedish folk melody
TRYGARRE KAN INGEN VARA captures
the innocence of the classic hymn text. It closes with a short a cappella
statement of Jesus Loves Me, ending quietly but delivering a deeply
expressive anthem. For general use, children in the church, or baptism.
11569230 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
The Church's One Foundation
arr. Tom Trenney.
The traditional hymn text is paired with rhythmic and melodic changes
to the traditional hymn tune
AURELIA. This original material makes the
setting feel uplifting and joyful. The final verse uses the traditional melody
with a descant for a closing statement, ending with a quiet "Amen."
11566270 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.65
Come, Thou Fount
Marianne Forman.
Robert Robinson's hymn text is given a fresh treatment in this joy-filled
anthem. An original melody and a sparkling piano accompaniment are
featured along with theological text-painting. Stanzas 1 and 3 provide a
strong, confident tone, while a contrasting middle section exudes warmth
and safety as the choir reflects on God's redemptive work.
11568471 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.65
11568472 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.65
