Allan Robert Petker

The traditional Te Deum takes on a fresh perspective with this three-movement work. The entire title really means praise to God for music, and the first movement pays homage to our Baroque ancestry in...

This 8-minute work has three distinct sections that flow together without stopping. The 'Gloria' section that opens the work is exuberant and rhythmic. The 'miserere' middle section is poignant and st...

This 8-minute work has three distinct sections that flow together without stopping. The 'Gloria' section that opens the work is exuberant and rhythmic. The 'miserere' middle section is poignant and st...

Lux (Light) is the first movement from a larger work, Dona Nobis Pacem. The Latin words are a prayer for light and peace to shine upon us. Although the piano accompaniment is effective, two orchestral...

Lux (Light) is the first movement from a larger work, Dona Nobis Pacem. The Latin words are a prayer for light and peace to shine upon us. Although the piano accompaniment is effective, two orchestral...

From Psalm 27 comes a message of faith and hope. The musical writing is a bit challenging but well worth the effort. The flute adds a tremendous dimension, not typical of obbligatos. A classical fugal...

The SATB setting released last year became one of the best-selling sacred chorals for the year. This SAB setting stands easily on its on and invites a whole new group of choirs to its message. Based o...

Beginning with an unassuming quietness, this Psalm setting has drive! Twice the chorus is interrupted with a serene contrast befitting the remaining scripture text, but each time the response rallies...

Incorporating the hymn, God of the Ages, Whose Almighty Hand, this anthem for choir, piano and optional trumpet celebrates God's love for us and our calling to share the good news. Commissioned for th...

Incorporating the hymn, God of the Ages, Whose Almighty Hand, this anthem for choir, piano and optional trumpet celebrates God's love for us and our calling to share the good news. Commissioned for th...

This anthem begins softly and sounds almost like a benediction. But the psalmist's emphasis was on praise, and the music opens to a rousing center section. Returning to the opening motif, the music en...

This anthem begins softly and sounds almost like a benediction. But the psalmist's emphasis was on praise, and the music opens to a rousing center section. Returning to the opening motif, the music en...

Uses: Praise Scripture: Psalm 150 Power, strength and majesty are the words that best describe this setting of Psalm 150. Written for organ and optional brass, the opening builds to the choir's entry....

Uses: Praise Scripture: Psalm 150 Power, strength and majesty are the words that best describe this setting of Psalm 150. Written for organ and optional brass, the opening builds to the choir's entry....

The text from Nehemiah 8:10 and Isaiah 43:1-3 expresses joy through helping those who are less fortunate. The opening melody carries this message with delicate ease, then moves into a brief choral sta...

This beautiful piece uses the classic text from Numbers and is excerpted from the closing section from a three-movement work for choir and chamber orchestra entitled Touch. Based on the paintings of C...

Exuberance and joy fill this work and its dramatic call to praise. A triumphant nuematic alleluia melody alternates between the voices giving the song a thorough and continuous theme of praise. Availa...

A stunning original setting by Allan Robert Petker. Lovely, flowing vocal lines caress this time-honored text with gentle accompaniment. The 2-part setting is designed for treble voices, but succeeds...

The Psalms have inspired a text of praise, and a few choice alternate words proclaim the victory of Easter. Originally set for 2-part, this anthem has been a festival favorite for years. The SATB sett...

Lux (Light) is the first movement from a larger work, Dona Nobis Pacem. The Latin words are a prayer for light and peace to shine upon us. Although the piano accompaniment is effective, two orchestral...

Lux (Light) is the first movement from a larger work, Dona Nobis Pacem. The Latin words are a prayer for light and peace to shine upon us. Although the piano accompaniment is effective, two orchestral...

Rachmaninoff knew how to make a melody turn and stretch and draw the listener in to its flow. This arrangement for treble choir lets the voices carry the famous tune, sharing in harmony or even moving...