Church Choir Anthems for Rally Day

The British choral tradition is rich and full of a sound quite its own. English composer and organist Hugh Benham has penned a lofty and elegant Lenten choral with organ accompaniment that captures the

British composer Hugh Benham brings the legacy of his country's musical tradition into his compositions. The soaring sounds of the cathedral integrate with the intimate passions of worship in this setting

The hymn tune HYFRYDOL works with the texts of Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus and Love Divine, All Loves Excelling, and both are provided in this arrangement. The vocal lines are each

Thomas Matthews is recognized as one of the great American church composers of the 20th century. This majestic Easter anthem has been a favorite for many years. New to this edition is a solo trumpet part

"There is No Rose of Such Virtue" rings through the rafters of the English cathedral in this setting. Benham's melodic lines flow forward against unexpected twists and turns in the harmonies that keep the

This Leo Sowerby piece was originally composed as an a cappella motet, and organist/arranger Lyndell Leatherman has added an organ part in true Sowerby style. The medieval Alcuin text (8th century) is a

This beautiful setting of a 17th-century Latin Advent text is scored for a cappella voices with English horn obbligato, or optional clarinet or viola).  The more joyous opening and closing sections in

Richard Burchard has established himself as a composer and  conductor. This a cappella Latin setting of In Paradisum would work well during Lent or All Saints. It would also be an

This famous 18th-century text compares Jesus to an apple tree - it has become a classic. Respected composer Howard Helvey has created a hymn tune of majestic simplicity that unfolds the poem in verses.

The famous St. Francis of Assisi text is beautifully illustrated by the choral parts as they wind harmonically away from the tonic and return as the text brings comfort. The vocal lines are supported by a

English organist and composer Hugh Benham gives us a fresh and elegant description of this much-loved Christina Rossetti poem. The choral writing is wonderful, chorale-like, with the organ providing

The Charles Wesley text comes from the 18th century, but the music comes from 21st-century England. Clothed in the garb of lofty cathedrals, the music begins majestically. Suddenly a stunning contrast in

Poet Stephen Bock authors a text of contrasts: "Make me weak so that I must lean on Your strength… blind to see with Your vision…" Composer Richard Burchard paints in musical colors and warm,

Hugh Benham brings the lofty English cathedral style into this lovely a cappella anthem. Fitting for both concert and worship, the vocal parts flow with dignity and beauty. Worshipful and sensitive, the

"God be in my head…" is the prayer that composer James Gossler has set to music. The beseeching lyrics call for unpretentious vocal lines and soothing cadences. This modest a cappella piece will

The opening section of Faure's beloved Requiem could easily be considered a classic in its own right. Conductor and former Chanticleer singer Sanford Dole has done a marvelous job adapting it for a cappella

This anthem was written for all who have lost a loved one and who miss them, especially at Christmas time. There are numerous options for this offering for multiple choirs, children and adults. Looking for

This brief, gentle lullaby is inspired by a remarkable 19th-century poem. The a cappella vocals are mesmerizing, a good challenge for mid-size and larger choirs. With shimmering harmonies, this new carol is

That glorious, lofty, English cathedral sound emerges easily from British composer Hugh Benham. Using a text by 17th-century author George Wither, Benham uses a hymn-style format, typical of Anglo anthems.

A beloved ancient hymn text that conveys the message, "Where charity is found, God is there." This new a cappella setting is a welcome addition to the choral repertory, offering modest vocal ranges and very

With opening nods to Palestrina, this a cappella motet reveals an appreciation for Bruckner as well.  Passionate contrapuntal lines expose beautiful dissonances that complement the age-old text, used