Church Choir Anthems for Rally Day

Four centuries of Christmas carols are represented in this handsome collection that is approaching half a century of use with choirs throughout the world. The entire range of choral expression is offered

New life has been brought into this traditional American tune with a bluegrass-inspired style, jaunty syncopations, and an upbeat tempo. This flexible arrangement is great for changing voices!

This rich arrangement of the second movement of Rachmaninov's Second Piano Concerto for wordless a cappella voices was written for Harry Christophers and The Sixteen. Chilcott artfully reimagines a

Parry presents a fresh take on this popular 15th-century macaronic carol through appealing imitation, strong rhythmic interest, mixed meter, and imaginative harmonic language, culminating in a satisfying

This Advent original carries with it an ethereal and dreamlike quality, evoking a reference to starlight in the candle itself. This lovely offering symbolizes the coming of Emmanuel.

This setting of an elegiac text by Richard Brett conveys the themes of grief and remembrance. The piece opens with a single voice that grows into a warm chordal passage before gaining momentum with

Setting words by Chief Dan George, this optimistic work reminds us that there is still beauty to be found in times of trouble and that difficult days will not last forever. This sensitive setting uses

The glorious events of Christmas and the scene at the manger are brought to life as the bells in paradise ring together, announcing the birth of a savior on earth. With classic lines and feel in the style

This superb arrangement of the familiar OLD HUNDREDTH tune is grand yet not overdone. Choral ranges are reasonable, and there is an alternate quiet ending. While the organ part is strong and would

This uplifting piece includes a text inspired by Julian of Norwich, with additions by the composer. The intertwining independent vocal lines are beautifully combined with a soaring violin part and flowing

The delicate melody befitting this familiar text gains gentle momentum by a continual movement in the keyboard. A quintessential piece for spring from renowned composer John Rutter.

This beautiful setting of an anonymous medieval text follows a brokenhearted lover into the woods. Beautifully sculpted melodic lines and engaging harmonies fluctuate between major and minor keys. Supported

This touching carol sets a tender text by G.K. Chesterton. From Carols for Choirs 6.

This work was inspired by the Radcliffe Ladies' Choir and their motto, "Friendship through singing." The lilting vocal lines are underpinned by a delicate piano part, and the opening performance direction

Thomas Troeger's text of thanksgiving and praise tells of angels, joyful singing, and the blessing of peace. This sparkling setting for treble choir with organ accompaniment is useful during the Christmas

With a text by the composer, this is a beautiful piece about optimism, companionship, and the belief that "all will be well." Todd's gentle melodies are supported by a delicate, pulsing piano accompaniment

Male voices take the leading role in this mixed-voice arrangement of the tender and well-loved solo piece attributed to Caccini and usually sung to Ave Maria. With long lines, a colorful

This joyful setting of the Alleluia was written for the 2020 Amabile Festival in London, Ontario, at which Sarah Quartel was the guest composer/clinician. The original scoring was of children's choir

This hymn arrangement is designed to take the place of a congregational hymn instead of being a choral anthem. The hymn is treated with John's formidable skill, always building on the hymn, keeping it

From the opening drone of bagpipes, the long sustained pedal point, the creative instrumental interludes, and the field drum part in the closing verse, this arrangement reflects the signature