Liturgical Anthems
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t Keep God's LightMark Patterson. A rhyth-
mic and joyous expression of praise and
encouragement. This will quickly become a choir
favorite. Optional percussion parts are available as
a free download.
10514455 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.70
The King of Lovearr. Craig Carnahan. The
pastoral feel of this arrangement of the
ST.
COLUMBA
tune reflects the mood of the text. The
foreboding section of the 23rd Psalm that speaks
of "death's dark vale" is given a mysterious
treatment that eventually resolves into a beautiful
statement of praise.
10552214 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
Let the People Praise Thee, O GodWilliam
Mathias. For SATB and organ or orchestra.
Composed for the marriage of HRH The Prince of
Wales and Lady Diana Spencer. Orchestral material
is available on hire.
1472182 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.50
Lift Up Your Heads, All You Bowed Low
Zebulon M. Highben. New hymns by gifted
authors and composers are always welcome, but
sometimes tricky to introduce. This concertato by
the hymn's composer solves that problem. The
hymn was written for the second Sunday of Easter
but works beautifully on many occasions. Susan
Briehl's evocative text is beautifully captured in
Highben's melody that moves across meters yet
remains very accessible.
10556439 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
l Lord of Our LifeDavid L. Almond. The German
hymn on which Philip Pusey's text is based was
written during the Thirty Years' War. The anthem
opens with a turbulent fanfare; a soaring descant
climaxes on "the day when hell itself appalls us,"
and leads to a quiet vision of peace.
10607293 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
l The Love of GodGregg Sewell. With newly
composed words and music, Gregg Sewell offers
a brief choral meditation on the boundless capacity
of God's love. An easy, flowing melody with steady
phrasing later builds in dynamic intensity to
highlight this love's transformative power, ultimately
coming to rest in quiet serenity.
10609658 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.70
l May the Living Christ Be With YouRichard
Clemmitt. With words by St. Patrick adapted by the
former Chaplain to the Senate, Lloyd John Ogilvie,
and the composer we are treated to a beautiful
choral benediction. Two optional French horns bring
more color to this moving anthem.
10598863 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
l O Clap Your HandsRobert Lau. Exciting
mixed meter propels this energetic setting of
Psalm 47. A solid organ accompaniment, an
a cappella middle section, and an optional brass
septet with timpani make it all the more exciting.
It will be useful on many occasions during the
year, including Ascension.
10589967 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
O Laughing LightDavid Sims. This joyous
paraphrase of
PHOS HILARON by Sylvia Dunstan
is given an original tune by David Sims. Written
for SAB choir and organ, the choral parts are
accessible and the organ accompaniment is
colorful and buoyant.
10523292 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
t O Sacrum ConviviumKim Andre Arnesen.
The young Norwegian composer provides
this stunning setting of the Latin text. Lush,
dense chords and beautiful, soaring melodies
are the hallmarks of this special composition.
Commissioned by one of Denmark's premiere
choirs, it is a welcome addition to the world of
choral literature.
10513180 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
An Open Hand a Willing HeartMarty Haugen.
This stirring arrangement for brass, organ and
choir is appropriate for Eastertide and Pentecost.
The choir sings in parts during the second stanza
with four measures being suggested as a cappella.
A part for the congregation is included with
permission to duplicate.
10531023 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
l Peace I Leave with YouHoward Helvey. With
a Latin and English text based on John 14:27 and
inspired by Gregorian chant, this is a stunning a
cappella motet by Howard Helvey. Reasonable in
length, excellent vocal ranges and part-writing as
well as some mixed meter. Not to be missed.
10624592 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.55
l A Place Called HomeJean Sibelius/arr. J.
Michael Joncas. This poignant new text by Michael
Joncas is perfectly paired with the tune
FINLANDIA. It
expresses the dream of a hope-filled society where
all humans are treated fairly with compassion and
grace - where the peace of Christ reigns in A Place
Called Home. Accompanied by organ.
10607686 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
Psalm 150David Willcocks. A joyous and
expressive setting of Psalm 150 for SSAA voices
and organ. The active organ part is in dialogue with
the voices, often singing a cappella, throughout the
piece. There is some use of dissonance and mixed
meter as well. This advanced piece is short, but well
worth the effort and musical challenges.
1549245 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.50
H RequiemEliza Gilkyson/arr. Craig Hella Johnson.
Singer/songwriter Eliza Gilkyson wrote Requiem
as a song of grief following the Asian tsunami in
December 2004, and the song found a renewed
audience after Hurricane Katrina devastated the
Gulf Coast region. This setting by "Conspirare"
conductor Craig Hella Johnson has been long
anticipated by choral groups around the world and
is powerful in its emotional impact.
10045096 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
l Saints of GodJames Chepponis. This setting
of the Song of Farewell can be done simply, with
soloist, assembly, and accompaniment (organ,
piano, guitar and flute). The use of a single handbell
(E5) is reminiscent of a tolling bell.
10608503 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
Search Me, O GodJoshua Evanovich. With
a flowing melody, a rich organ accompaniment,
and familiar words from the Psalms, Joshua
Evanovich's Search Me, O God is a musical prayer
for use all year round. Easy to learn, yet profoundly
beautiful, this anthem will lead your congregation
into an attitude of reverence and confession.
10520108 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
l Sheep May Safely GrazeJohann Sebastian
Bach/arr. Edward Eicker. Psalm 23 text set to the
familiar chorale by Bach. The organ part is intense
and will require preparation while the choral parts
are accessible. This traditional favorite will be a
useful ministry tool.
10608514 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
l Sing Praise to GodJohn Ferguson. This
exuberant hymn anthem has nice contrast, with
a slower, introspective middle section. The organ
accompaniment also shares its own voice in
some flavorful passages. The work also includes
passages for treble chorus, to enable a children's
choir to take part in this festive work.
10606268 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
Sing to the Lord a New SongKenneth T.
Kosche. This anthem presents the familiar text of
Psalm 96:1-3 with a buoyant setting in which each
voice sings its own melody to portions of the text.
The keyboard provides a rhythmic supporting voice
based upon both of the vocal melodies. The voice
parts are easy to learn because each is an engaging
melody on its own.
10523299 Two-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
Think on These ThingsMark Patterson. An
accessible setting of a text based on Philippians 4,
this original encourages us to think on the things
that are good. The simplicity implied in the text is
matched with a simple yet lovely choral texture.
Scored for mixed voices, piano and optional cello,
this is a very pretty selection for either youth or
adult choirs.
10552215 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10573209 Instrumental Parts Cello . . . . 5.00
lt Two Short Scriptural AnthemsJohn Gaffney.
In the words of the composer, these pieces require
one or two rehearsals and are general enough to
be used for a variety of occasions. Seek to the Lord
and O Taste and See are skillfully set a cappella
compositions. Excellent for communion or a short
second anthem.
10609692 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
Ubi CaritasVictor C. Johnson. A beautiful,
tender setting of the traditional Latin text that
features delicate melodic lines and a fluid
accompaniment. The contrasting middle section
provides interest and movement, and the echoed
phrases, independent vocal lines, and limited
ranges allow for it to be easily mastered for
concert or festival. A pronunciation guide and
translation are included.
10512921 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10512922 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10512923 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.95
l Unexpected and MysteriousCalvin Hampton/
arr. John Ferguson. Calvin Hampton was a
leading American organist and composer of
sacred music. His marvelous hymn tune
ST.
HELENA
is associated with two introspective and
profound texts, one reflecting on the mystery of
Mary becoming the mother of Christ, and the
other meditating on the all-encompassing grace
of God. Master organist and composer John
Ferguson arranged these hymns for mixed choir
with a flowing, colorful organ accompaniment
and descant for C or B-flat instrument.
10552682 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
Vencera el Amor (Love Shall Overcome)
Carlos Colon-Quintana. This piece takes its
inspiration from Romans 12:21: "Do not be
overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good." It
was written to commemorate the martyrdom of six
Jesuit priests and two women on the campus of
Universidad Centroamericana (UCA) in El Salvador
in 1989. It may be sung entirely in Spanish or
English, or by alternating the two languages. The
music moves through a sense of lament and ends
with a gentle proclamation of the victory of good
over evil.
10514471 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.70
Verleih Uns Frieden (Grant Unto Us Thy
Peace, O Lord)Felix Mendelssohn/ed. Robert
Schuneman. This edition of Mendelssohn's well-
known anthem includes a singable text in German,
Latin and English. It can be performed with
keyboard or orchestra. The orchestration includes
winds and strings.
5685169 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10438846 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.50
We Are God's PeopleJohannes Brahms/arr.
David Schwoebel. "Music of the masters, for the
Master" is exemplified in this sturdy adaptation
of an illustrious Brahms melody. A faith-affirming
text reminds the church of its mission, while
stately part-writing and solid organ support lifts
the piece into the hearts of the listener. This is an
encouraging word for the church.
10516972 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
l We Sing to You, O GodThomas Keesecker.
This is a skillfully written 2-part mixed anthem using
the hymn tune
DOLGELLY. The organ part is well-
crafted and adds considerably to the composition.
The voice parts include an optional soloist and a
descant part.
10607538 Two-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
l Where the Joys and Hopes of LivingNorah
Duncan. Written for the 2015 National Association
of Pastoral Musicians conference, the notes for this
piece state this hymn tune is "crafted to echo the
beauty and simplicity of American hymn tunes of
the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries." The
text evokes images of peace, social concern and
discipleship while reminding us of the promise of
the future.
10609689 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
l Wholly Gracious One Who IsThomas
Keesecker. Celebrate the coming of the Holy
Spirit at Pentecost or throughout the year with this
marvelous text, flexible rhythm, and lovely melody.
Set for mixed choir, organ, optional handbells and
violin. Singers will want to return to this piece again
and again.
10609699 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
lt You Are My FriendsJames Chepponis. The
text of this brief choral anthem is taken from the
Gospel of John. Set for SATB a cappella voices, its'
length makes it particularly useful as a response,
during communion or as a second anthem.
10609700 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.70
Hugely popular
UBI CARITAS
Ola Gjeilo. Liturgically, the Ubi
Caritas text, "Where charity and
love prevail, there is God," is
used as an Antiphon on Maundy
Thursday. Gjeilo's a cappella
setting begins in unison, evoking
plain chant, and gradually unfolds
into wider harmonies and a more
modern harmonic language. Vocal
ranges are reasonable with divisi in
the soprano and bass parts. While
challenging, the beauty of this
composition is worth the time and
energy needed to make it a useful
part of your choir's ministry.
10025943 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
10513312 Piano for SATB Only . . 8.95
10046201 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
10067366 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
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