Patti Drennan

With its gospel-inspired style and heartfelt message, "I Lift-a My Hand" is a spirited call to kindness, unity, and love. Its vibrant rhythms, engaging lyrics, and uplifting refrain encourage singers...

The grand and expansive accompaniment forms the harmonic basis of this choral setting of Sara Teasdale's famous poem, with rich choral textures unfolding for a wonderful expression of gratitude. An ex...

This setting by acclaimed African American writer Paul Laurence Dunbar is in the style of a lullaby, reflective and lyrical. With the flute obbligato evoking the singing bird, the text beckons the lis...

Discovery Level 3 Sing out in praise of music! This celebratory work is well-crafted for developing mixed and treble choirs, with an energetic style and positive message that will add sparkle to your...

Patti Drennan's joyful music has teamed with J. Paul Williams' jubilant text to create a dynamic anthem. The accompaniment is energetic, the melody tuneful and the words expressive. As the title indic...

Wordsworth's famous text forms the poetic framework for this lyrical concert work for treble voices. An excellent choice for developing part-singing skills, a madrigal-like fa la la section contrasts...

Let the music fill your hearts and lives with this upbeat original concert opener! Vibrant vocal textures combine with contemporary harmonies as the song builds into an exciting vocal stack before one...

Selected for the Steve Roddy Houston Children's Chorus Series, this joyful number dances to a 3/4 meter. Paul's words speak to children and adults alike, and teaming with composer Patti Drennan has pr...

Here is a marvelous arrangement of a classic hymn. Written for organ and piano with an option for congregational participation, this noble statement of the majesty of Christ is useful anytime. This im...

This powerful piece combines driving rhythmic accompaniment and an infectious melody with a contrasting slower, chordal 'B' section that builds to a rising crescendo. The choir 'sings with a joyful he...

If your congregation isn't on its feet at the end of this rousing medley, they must be glued to the pews! Glory! Hallelujah! This boisterous anthem looks with great anticipation to the days in the swe...

Uses: Thanksgiving, general, praise team, youth choirs Scripture: John 3:16, Luke 2:8-9 From the composer's highly successful solo project, A Shelter in the Time of Storm, comes a choral versionof thi...

Uses: General, memorial, confirmation, baptism Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-15 Sometimes simple concepts are the most powerful. Few can match the focused strength of this contemporary Chris Rice ballad...

Uses: General, Christ the King, call to worship Scripture: Revelation 19:6 This powerful arrangement of a traditional worship masterpiece is made even more spectacular by the inclusion of organ andpia...

Uses: General, Memorial Scripture: Galatians 5:13; Matthew 5:14-16; Ephesians 6:5-7; Acts 20:35 This sensitive choral is a touching tribute to the protection and divine provision of God's mercy. Messa...

Uses: General, Evangelism, Ascension, Benediction Scripture: Isaiah 55:10-13 A festive call to share the good news is contained in the message of this jubilant original anthem. Antiphonal cries of'joy...

Uses: Holy Week, Good Friday Scripture: Isaiah 53:3-7 - Luke 23:33-34 - Romans 5:6-9 The epic moments surrounding the crucifixion are portrayed in vivid poetry and dramatic music with this creative ef...

Emily Pauline Johnson's poem about a storm forming in the western sky is delightfully set in this concert work for SSA voices. Text painting at its best, the vocals sing with unison, two-part and full...

Uses: Good Friday, Holy Week Scripture: Matthew 12:48 - John 19:26 A very singular perspective is presented in the text of this emotional anthem for Good Friday. The tears of Mary are used to not only...

Uses: General, Pentecost Scripture: II Corinthians 1:3-5 This powerfully moving anthem of hope is for all of us who experience pain, fear or discouragement. Now available for women's voices, this pray...

Now available for SSA choirs! Patti Drennan's fresh approach to the arranging of this haunting American folk hymn has made her setting a bestseller. This portrait of redemption is beloved by congregat...

With a quiet quote from Silent Night, this paean of peace introduces a message of gentle beauty and grace. The refrain lyrically re-tools The First Noel into a meaningful statement focused on the cry...