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Liturgical Lent & Holy Week Anthems
Liturgical Lent
& Holy Week Anthems
Agnus Dei—Bill Boocock. A haunting
chromatic melody attaches itself to this text
pleading for God's mercy. The lower voices
are shrouded by the angelic upper voices
throughout. Halfway through the piece, the
minor mode transforms into major, giving
reassurance that our plea for mercy has
been acknowledged. Perfect for a Good
Friday service, the optional string quartet
provides added color to this choral setting.
11540053 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
11540054 Instrumental Parts. . . . . 50.00
Ah, Holy Jesus—Daniel Ficarri.
Based on the familiar German hymn
HERZLIEBSTER 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.65
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
Because of Him—Mack Wilberg. With text
by David Warner, the hymn tune
PROSPECT
is given new life in this touching arrangement
for Lent. Beautiful and accessible harmonies
spread the message that we live, and love,
because of God's love.
11592369 SATB with Organ . . . . . . 3.95
Behold the Lamb of God—John A.
Behnke. This Baroque-like anthem
incorporates accessible contrapuntal
technique, making it satisfying for singer
and listener alike. With a voicing for smaller
ensembles, use for Lent or communion.
11373283 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
Blow the Trumpet in Zion!—Eugene
W Hancock. Throughout scriptures, the
trumpet sounds alarm, offers praise and
jubilation, gathers the nations, serves as
signal and other ceremonial functions.
Here, the trumpet sounds to invite people
to reflect upon their lives. This call to self-
reflection joined with the prophet's call to
return to the Lord are a fitting way to begin
the Lenten season.
11500913 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.55
11523590 Instrumental Parts-
Trumpet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Come and Seek the Ways of Wisdom—
Thomas Paulson. The melody of this
accessible setting of a hymn from All
Creation Sings is sweeping and lyrical and
the baritone harmony is well-suited for both
bass and tenor voice. The Ruth Duck text
highlights the need to seek truth and work
toward justice. The flute score is included in
the anthem.
11416579 Two-Part Mixed. . . . . . . . 2.75
For God So Loved the World—Sally
Morris. The presentation of this beloved
text is straightforward and effective. The
keyboard and solo instrumentations reveal
a jazz inflection. The use of either a C or
B-flat instrument is equally effective, and
the easy ranges of the voice parts make
this an anthem all choirs can appreciate.
11538239 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
God So Loved the World (from "The
Crucifixion")—John Stainer. Stainer's
enduring work is possibly the most
sublime musical expression of a beloved
text from the Gospel of John. It is a stellar
anthem that deserves a place in every
church's choral library. An excellent choice
throughout the year and particularly for
Good Friday services.
400051 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
Have Mercy on Me, O God—David Lasky.
This a cappella motet masterfully blends
moments of independent, choral lines with
passages of rich, resonant chords, perfectly
capturing the penitential depth of the text
from Psalm 51:1,2.
11640729 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.90
I Will Extol Thee, O LORD (Psalm 30)—
Darin Lewis. Inspired by the melodies
and speechlike rhythms of plainchant, this
a cappella choral anthem is a beautiful
option when a reflective atmosphere is
desired. The piece begins softly but slowly
blossoms, juxtaposing choral textures with
brief statements in the style of plainchant.
Written for use during the candlelit Old
Testament readings at the Easter Vigil,
its gradual buildup coincides with the
anticipation of the Easter celebration.
11540645 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.45
Lamb of God Most Holy—John Helgen.
This "Lamb of God" setting uses the
hymn tune
SANTO CORDERO. It has been
thoughtfully set with a reverent SATB and
piano arrangement that highlights the
contemplative spirit of the hymn. Its modal
melody and contemplative tone make it
especially fitting for Lenten and Holy Week
observances while remaining suitable for
year-round liturgical use.
11642699 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
A Lenten Reflection—Zebulon M.
Highben. The gentle piece is based on
a personal and challenging poem by
Madeleine L'Engle and is appropriate
for any time during the Lenten season.
How does a Lenten discipline appear to
the outside world? This anthem explores
that paradox through musical tension
in the choral harmonies with organ
accompaniment. The score and parts for
an optional string quartet are available.
11538009 SATB w/ Organ. . . . . . . . 2.25
11538010 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Lord, Have Mercy—Undine Smith Moore.
This expressive and dynamic anthem is an
original work written in the harmonic and
melodic style of a spiritual. Coming from the
historic St. Olaf choral series, this anthem is
ideal for Lent or anytime a choral setting of
the Kyrie is needed.
11515561 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
Lux Aeterna—Ruth Morris Gray. The
traditional Latin "eternal light" text is brought
to life in this a cappella work. With plenty
of room for rubato and dynamic expression,
this piece employs a variety of choral
textures with an approach that is simple
yet elegant. Efficient part-writing achieves
occasional dissonance with minimal divisi,
and a descant illuminates the final moments
of this setting.
11503257 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
Lux Aeterna (from "Requiem")—Michael
John Trotta. Incorporating elements of the
ancient and the modern, this stunning a
cappella original presents a lush harmonic
palette with tight cluster harmonies and
a statement of the Requiem chant tune.
The peaceful, luminous quality of the work
contrasts beautifully with the driving and
rhythmic Dies Irae, both extracted from
Trotta's larger work "Requiem." A beautiful
choice for concerts and services.
11372324 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.90
11593200 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.05
The Mercy Seat—James Barnard.
Combining a profound John Newton text with
a haunting original melody, this selection for
Holy Week will surely linger in the minds and
hearts of your listeners. The atmospheric
piano accompaniment and optional cello
perfectly support the beautifully flowing
melody, and a brief a cappella section
highlights this stellar composition.
11593962 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
My Song Is Love Unknown—arr. Benjamin
M. Culli. A cello obbligato adds warmth and
depth to this hymn setting of the familiar text
and tune
LOVE UNKNOWN. The choir sings
in unison with the congregation for much of
the anthem, breaking into SATB on stanza
five. The setting ends with a descant that
beautifully floats above the melody. Perfect
for Passion Sunday, Palm Sunday, or
Good Friday.
11416584 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
My Song Is Love Unknown—Karen
Marrolli. This original setting of the
wonderful Samuel Crossman text has
a lovely interplay between the voices,
instruments, and piano. It is appropriate
for use during Lent or at other times in the
church year. The violin and cello parts are
optional but add a great deal to the overall
effect of the piece.
11593484 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.85
11593485 Instrumental Parts. . . . . 10.00
My Song Is Love Unknown—arr. Gregory
Pysh. A meditation ideal for Good Friday,
Lent, or general worship, this anthem
combines the well-known hymn text with an
unexpected melody: Faure's Cantique de
Jean Racine. A stunning marriage of tune
and text for SATB choir with keyboard and
optional C or B-flat instrument.
11643040 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
Now, Even Now, Declare a Fast—arr.
Kevin Hildebrand. A text by Stephen P.
Starke is set to the Welsh tune
LLEF.
This easy-to-learn composition is useful
throughout the Lenten season, especially
on Ash Wednesday, such as during the
imposition of ashes. Written to be flexible,
it may be sung by soloists or two-part choir,
with an optional SATB stanza, and may be
modified in length if desired. An optional
part for treble instrument is included. A
moving, thoughtful presentation.
11348397 Two-Part Mixed. . . . . . . . 2.90
O Darkest Woe—Johann Meder/ed.
William Braun. A gorgeous setting of the
classic Good Friday hymn with two treble
instruments, continuo, and optional cello
is taken from Johann Meder's St. Matthew
Passion. It has been arranged with a
stunning final stanza featuring the choir in
rich, slow-moving four-part harmony. The
instruments adorn the heaven-focused text.
11621273 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.90
11621274 Instrumental Parts. . . . . 14.00
O Savior, Look upon the Tears—Jacob
B. Weber. A poignant arrangement of
the hymn tune
TEARS OF GRIEF echoes
themes of heartache, with hopeful hints of
renewal and restoration. The text by Lisa
M. Clark expresses sorrow at the troubles
of the world and reflects on the suffering
of Jesus. A gorgeous oboe part ascends
in mournful optimism. An optional organ-
only accompaniment is available for free
download. For use on Ash Wednesday,
throughout Lent, Holy Week, or for funerals.
11569877 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.40
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