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An original piece that challenges the singers and congregation to stand up for justice. A memorable and repetitive chorus creates a fervent prayer that congregations and choirs will find to be deeply...

A simple reflection on Romans 6:4. The piece begins with solo chant that can be sung either by a cantor or the choir. The choir then enters in four-parts followed by chant.

Psalm 95 is the basis for this beautiful and impactful work. The piece opens with a fanfare introduction by the choir which develops throughout the piece. Useful throughout the church year.

The Sanctus is an ancient Christian liturgical hymn and has been set to new music countless times over the centuries. In this arrangement, the composer wishes to evoke that "ancientness" by incorporat...

An uplifting and joyful expression of praise with an original text by Charles Anthony Silvestri. The optional violin part adds vitality and color to the composition.

The text is a combination of scriptures verses from John 21 and I John 4 where Jesus is asking his disciples to feed his sheep. An option of children's voices makes this a compelling anthem for many d...

The tune HOLY MANNA is matched with a text by Sylvia G. Dunstan. Themes of gratitude, unity, outreach, and kindness are prevalent throughout.

A fresh choral setting of Carolina Sandell Berg’s beloved hymn text, this original composition captures the spirit of the lyrics with heartfelt sensitivity. Expansive dynamics and emotional nuance bri...

A mantra-like piece that calls to mind a Christian at prayer while walking to a commitment ritual. The music—both individual elements and overall form—enhances the pledge from Ps. 116:14. Choirs will...

An original composition based on Psalms 27:4, 84:1-2, 23:6. The choral writing features independent lines for each voice part and includes an optional violin part that adds an additional color to this...

This setting is a beautiful arrangement of the lovely 17th century Welsh tune MALDWYN, a Christmas favorite.

I grew up in a singing family – a Methodist singing family. Every summer during my childhood, we would travel with my grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins to the Smokey Mountains of N. Carolina to...

The beautiful tune BRANLE DE POITOU, from Orchésographie by Thoinot Arbeau, 1589 is matched with a text by Michael Eller. The piece may be performed with or without the cello. 

This anthem begins in a mystical way and expands by adding instruments and voices to build to a glorious chorus of praise. A reproducible page for congregation is included.

This expansive setting of the LASST UNS ERFRUEN tune was originally conceived with full orchestra accompaniment, but works well with organ alone. Effective choral stanzas are included along with congr...

A festive concertato on the hymntune LAUDES DOMINI that incorporates a melody by Edvard Grieg.

These responses are based on the Rite II texts in the Book of Common Prayer. A modal harmonic palette provides a sense of solemnity.

Mit HALLELU-YAH präsentiert Michèle Schladebach einen erfrischend zeitgenössischen Halleluja-Ruf. Dieser kann wahlweise mit einem SATB-Chor alleine aufgeführt oder aber auch mit den beiliegenden Stimm...