Patti Drennan

Following a short a cappella vocal fanfare, this exuberant work transitions into a lively 12/8 theme with full vocal textures and rich harmonies. The middle section is a contrasting slower 4/4 legato...

A syncopated opening bass lick lays the groundwork for this quintessential a cappella spiritual. When the other voices join, we begin a journey of texture, harmonic development, and form, indicative o...

An a cappella spiritual that showcases two of your soloists, "Freedom, Come For Me" is a sure winner that will have your audience on their feet on the final chord! Incorporating call and response betw...

An a cappella spiritual that showcases two of your soloists, "Freedom, Come For Me" is a sure winner that will have your audience on their feet on the final chord! Incorporating call and response betw...

Lux Aeterna Domine is a moving, a cappella piece that incorporates the Latin text for "May light eternal shine upon them, O Lord." The antiphon "Lux Aeterna Domine" brings to mind the ancient custom o...

Lux Aeterna Domine is a moving, a cappella piece that incorporates the Latin text for "May light eternal shine upon them, O Lord." The antiphon "Lux Aeterna Domine" brings to mind the ancient custom o...

The second anthem focusing on Biblical women in the Houston Choir Series. The 2-part voicing for children is well-crafted. Scripture references are added to provide a complete understanding of this cl...

From the famous Houston Children's Chorus comes a delightful new selection with words by J. Paul Williams and music by Patti Drennan. To chase away the blues and get your chin up off the ground, the a...

The story of David and Goliath never gets old. Incorporating the Play on Your Harp, Little David theme, J. Paul Williams has teamed with Patti Drennan to create another wonderful rendition. Part of th...

Three carols combine in a sparkling and well-crafted setting that's just right for beginning choirs. Includes an original connecting melody along with snippets of: O Come, O Come, Emmanuel; Go Tell It...

From a 10th century Latin hymn, O Light born of light, this soaring work for treble voices and violin (or other C instrument) will add elegance and beauty to Christmas and other concerts. Recommended...

From a 10th century Latin hymn, O Light born of light, this soaring work for treble voices and violin (or other C instrument) will add elegance and beauty to Christmas and other concerts. Recommended...

The Houston Children's Choir Series has a proven track record of excellent pieces for young voices. The words of lyricist J. Paul Williams have been teamed with the music of Patti Drennan, both favori...

Uses: General Patti Drennan always composes with great spirit and verve. This fresh take on the spiritual does not disappoint, incorporating Every Time I Feel the Spirit with The Gospel Train. Thisan...

Uses: General Patti Drennan always composes with great spirit and verve. This fresh take on the spiritual does not disappoint, incorporating Every Time I Feel the Spirit with The Gospel Train. Thisan...

Uses: Advent Scripture: Luke 1:26-38; Isaiah 7:10-14; Matthew 1:18-24 Anticipating the birth of Christ, this stirring anthem highlights the candles of the Advent wreath and their symbols of hope, peac...

Uses: Advent Scripture: Luke 1:26-38; Isaiah 7:10-14; Matthew 1:18-24 Anticipating the birth of Christ, this stirring anthem highlights the candles of the Advent wreath and their symbols of hope, peac...

Uses: Christmas Scripture: Luke 2:1-20; Matthew 2:1-12 Optional handbells and conga drums (or hand drums) join in this song of celebration announcing the birth of Christ. Melodic snippets from theFren...

Uses: Christmas Scripture: Luke 2:1-20; Matthew 2:1-12 Optional handbells and conga drums (or hand drums) join in this song of celebration announcing the birth of Christ. Melodic snippets from theFren...

Uses: Palm Sunday Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11; Luke 19:28-38 This joyful anthem for Palm Sunday retells the story of Jesus entering Jerusalem as crowds shouted, 'Hosanna, hosanna! Blessed is He who com...

Uses: Palm Sunday Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11; Luke 19:28-38 This joyful anthem for Palm Sunday retells the story of Jesus entering Jerusalem as crowds shouted, 'Hosanna, hosanna! Blessed is He who com...