Fred Bock Publications

It is hard to go wrong with Bach's Prelude in C major. Tim Sharp uses the harmony from that famous Bach piece to create a new melody that is presented in a homophonic hymn-style. He pulls the text fro...

Two beautiful hymns, I Surrender All and Lead Me, Lord, have been joined and enhanced by two superb musicians, Tim Sharp and Wes Ramsay. Accompanied by piano and violin, you may also add string orches...

This well-known hymn begins simply with just violin, but it expands and builds into a full festival anthem. Provided with organ accompaniment, befitting the arrangers' gifts, a full score with additio...

The text comes from Psalm 150 and includes the hymn From All That Dwell Below the Skies. Together the two provide an ageless and meaningful song of praise and thanksgiving. The keyboard accompaniment...

The text comes from Psalm 150 and includes the hymn From All That Dwell Below the Skies. Together the two provide an ageless and meaningful song of praise and thanksgiving. The keyboard accompaniment...

The text from Psalm 42, As the Deer pants for water, is often set to music that is joyful. This setting is contemplative, leaning more on the longing aspects of the text. Haunting is the expressive ma...

The text from Psalm 42, As the Deer pants for water, is often set to music that is joyful. This setting is contemplative, leaning more on the longing aspects of the text. Haunting is the expressive ma...

Organ and brass, what a thrilling cobination. And this fanfare-anthem uses the forces well. Dramatic and powerful, this anthem is an attention getter from start to finish. A general statement of prais...

Organ and brass, what a thrilling cobination. And this fanfare-anthem uses the forces well. Dramatic and powerful, this anthem is an attention getter from start to finish. A general statement of prais...

Powerful and triumphant are words that best describe this new Easter anthem by Richard Nichols. Chris Anderson, a pastor and award-winning hymn lyricist, has teamed up with Mr. Nichols before, and alw...

The words of Chris Anderson and the music of Richard Nichols have graced us with many new hymns. This collection gathers some of the best into a wonderful set.

Paul Sjolund and Fred Bock are two of the great writers from the late 20th century. Originally set for TTBB voices, Richard Nichols has revoiced it for SATB choir. The results are fabulous. A classic...

Paul Sjolund and Fred Bock are two of the great writers from the late 20th century. Originally set for TTBB voices, Richard Nichols has revoiced it for SATB choir. The results are fabulous. A classic...

The Advent text from the 4th century, most commonly used with the DIVINUM MYSTERIUM tune, has been placed with the haunting Celtic hymn tune DOMHNACH TRIONOIDE. Along with the violin obbligato and the...

Because He Lives has become a standard Easter hymn for congregations the world over. Lloyd Larson has done a masterful job of bringing this hymn into the choral anthem format. Not just for Easter, it...

The joy in this anthem emanates from the first note. The song celebrates God's abundant love. It is a song of celebration appropriate for almost any worship service including Palm Sunday and Easter. T...

The joy in this anthem emanates from the first note. The song celebrates God's abundant love. It is a song of celebration appropriate for almost any worship service including Palm Sunday and Easter. T...

Psalm 8 is a glorious song of praise to God. In just the first 4 notes that the choir sings, O Lord, our Lord, you are drawn into this anthem, eager to hear how the phrase will proceed. The ensuing me...

This majestic Easter anthem has been elevated to dramatic regal status by Richard Nichols with a new setting for SAB choir and organ, with optional brass and percussion.

This majestic Easter anthem has been elevated to dramatic regal status by Richard Nichols with a new setting for SAB choir and organ, with optional brass and percussion.

Composer Richard A. Nichols has teamed up with pastor and hymn writer Chris Anderson for a series of meaningful anthems. This latest offering completes the cycle that cover the life of Christ. Poignan...

Wedding the Wayfaring Stranger tune with a communion text works brilliantly. The familiar tune is plaintive and caresses the words naturally. The vocal writing and piano accompaniment tastefully flow...

Wedding the Wayfaring Stranger tune with a communion text works brilliantly. The familiar tune is plaintive and caresses the words naturally. The vocal writing and piano accompaniment tastefully flow...

A warm, easy-jazz stroll sets the stage for a playful romp with this familiar carol. The setting is also unique and beckoning. The walking bass line keeps pace while harmonic twists and turns that off...