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This joyous anthem for unison voices with keyboard and optional flute will have immediate appeal. The text incorporates Psalm 118: 24. Although optional, if a flute is available it will give added spa...

The antiphonal format of this anthem lends itself to use in a variety of ways. Part II always echoes what Part I has sung. Part II is ideal for a very young choir; Part I may be sung by a soloist, a s...

Please note that the audio sample above was informally recorded in the Choristers Guild offices for melody/accompaniment demonstration purposes only. No actual demo recording or accompaniment track is...

While Angels Sing' is part of the 'Of Primary Importance, Volume II' anthem series. B. Wayne Bisbee has given us a delightful Christmas anthem based on a traditional Hispanic tune. Written for unison ...

From the pen of Carolyn Jennings comes 'My Song Is Love Unknown', a sensitive unison anthem for the Lenten season. The piece is basically strophic, with slight variations in the last stanza. This anth...

This anthem is appropriate not only for Easter Day, but also for the other Sundays throughout the Easter Season. Although the flute and 5 handbells are considered optional, they add much to the piece....

A worship resource for the church year. This publication correspondes to Helen Kemp's book, Of Primary Importance. Voicing: Unison, 2-Part Composer: Helen Kemp Scripture: Psalm 33 and 121; Matthew...

Appropriate for youth or adult choirs, Bob Burroughs has given us a contemplative setting of the familiar traditional American tune. The expressive and haunting melody is effectively arranged for SATB...

From the pen of Natalie Sleeth comes a fresh new setting of the Lord's Prayer (paraphrased) for unison/two part voices with keyboard and optional B-flat or C treble instrument. (A transposed B-flat in...

Carolyn Jennings has given us a delightful new arrangement of the familiar Easter hymn. 'Christ the Lord Is Risen Today!' (ORIENTUS PARTIBUS). The piece is scored for unison voices with flute, Orff in...

The voicing of this jubilant anthem by Robert J. Powell is very flexible. It may be sung by two or three part treble or mixed voices; the accompaniment is written for keyboard with optional C instrume...

This lovely anthem combines the traditional English folk melody, 'O Waly Waly', with a meaningful new text by arranger Shirley W. McRae. The piece is written for unison/two part voices with soprano re...

This attractive setting of the traditional spiritual for unison voices offers optional body motions along with suggestions for using them effectively with the singing of the anthem. Voicing: Unison ...

This festive general anthem by Jody W. Lindh is extremely flexible in voicing; it is scored for unison, two part or SATB voices with handbells (4 octaves) and keyboard. The choral score includes cues ...

This set of two short companion pieces will be welcomed by directors of young choirs. 'I Have a Secret' is written for unison voices with glockenspiel (or bells) and piano. 'There Once Was a Man' is w...

A contemplative text by Fr. Joseph E. Brown, S.J. is set to music by Fr. Bruce H. Forman. It provides the opportunity for congregational involvement; the piece is written for cantor/soloist, congregat...

An attractive anthem, useful as a benediction, enhanced with optional Flute and Orff instruments. Voicing: Unison with flute, orff instruments Composer: Betty A Ramseth Season: Epiphany, General

Another wonderful anthem featuring collaboration with text-writer Mary M. Coulson. The text is based on Corinthians 14:15 Voicing: Unison/2-Part with optional handbells (3 octaves) or chimes Compose...

For more than a decade, this outstanding anthem has remained one of Choristers Guild's all time best sellers. Perfect for children's choir festivals or any service of praise and celebration, this anth...

This joyful anthem for two part (treble or mixed) voices will be a welcome addition to the repertoire. The text combines an adaptation of Psalm 148 with original material by composer Tom Mitchell. The...

The music of John Goss (1800-1880) is arranged by Barbara Owen for SAB voices with organ in a new anthem for youth or adult choirs. Its text comes from Psalm 21. In rehearsing the piece, work for flow...

Dolores Hruby has arranged the music of Henry Purcell as an anthem for unison voices with keyboard and optional C treble instrument. With its memorable tune and infectious joy, this anthem is one that...

This tasteful and attractive arrangement by Joe Cox of the traditional African American Spiritual is written for unison/two part voices with soloist (or small group) and keyboard. Voicing: unison/tw...

Mary Nelson Keithahn has paraphrased the text from Psalm 67. A unison choir version was earlier published as part of the Choristers Guild musical, 'Paul & Co.' This expanded anthem version is written ...

Based on a fresh text by Carl P. Daw, Jr., this two part anthem with keyboard accompaniment contains slight differences between the Voice I and II parts. If desired, a C treble instrument may double t...

An exciting, rhythmic anthem with 'youth appeal'. Although the voicing is SATB, the soprano/tenor and alto/bass are often doubling parts. The optional percussion instruments provide added interest. So...

With its focus on the coming of Christ at Christmas, this anthem may be used along with the suggested readings (included in the octavo) for an Advent Wreathe lighting ceremony. Suggestions are include...

This anthem was designed to have many performance options. It was originally written for children's choir with SATB choir joining on the refrains. The work can also stand alone for unison choir or SAT...

Composer Hal Hopson has given us a lilting new anthem based on a text by Carlton C. Buck. The piece is written for unison/two part voices with keyboard and optional handbells (3 bells, 2 octave range)...

Here is a festive youth choir anthem for SATB voices with keyboard, optional guitar, and optional bass. The singing of 'Hosanna' will be a stirring addition to worship on Palm Sunday. Optional suggest...

David Cherwien brings us a haunting new setting of a medieval German carol. The arrangement is written for unison voices with organ. Composer: Medieval German carol Arranger: David M. Cherwien T...

This composition for SATB voices with 2 flutes and handbells (3 octaves) is effective either as a straight choral piece or as a processional in a worship or concert setting. Suggestions are given for ...

This anthem is sure to brighten up any worship service with calls of rejoicing and celebration in God's love. Voicing: Unison/two-part voices with keyboard and optional congregation Composer: Dale...

From composer Joe Cox comes a fresh arrangement of the familiar African American Spiritual for union voices with piano. Voicing: Unison/Two-part with piano Arranger: Joe Cox Text: Traditional Afr...

This spirited anthem begins in unison, and later uses the melody as a three part canon. Voicing: 3-part treble cannon Composer: Alfred V. Fedak Text: James L. H. Brumm

Here is a happy and energetic Palm Sunday anthem for unison voices. The anthem works very well with voices and keyboard alone; if the optional handbells (3-4 octaves) are available, they will provide ...

This joyous anthem for two part treble voices will be a favorite to sing. The lyrical melody is combined with an accompaniment of piano, optional chimes or bells (2 octaves), and optional Orff instrum...

This engaging new setting of a traditional tune comes to us from David Cherwien. The text begins with Christ's birth, and continues on to tell the story of Jesus' death and resurrection. If desired, t...

This piece presents a challenge to care for the earth. The octavo includes teaching ideas from composer Helen Kemp. Her suggestion of using recorded bird sounds to 'set the tone' for the piece can be ...

From the pen of Jody W. Lindh comes a sensitive, expressive setting of the well-known words of St. Francis of Assisi for SATB voices and keyboard. The anthem serves as excellent teaching material for ...

Here is an extremely flexible piece written for unison, 2 part (treble or mixed), or 3 or 4 part mixed voices with keyboard. As noted on page 2 of the publication, the anthem is successful with the me...

The indication 'gentle swing' suggests the mood of this arrangement of the traditional spiritual, written for two part voices and piano. Useful in both church and school settings. Voicing: two-part ...

This memorable anthem combines two familiar hymns. 'Tell Me the Stories of Jesus' and 'I Love to Tell the Story'. The arrangement is written for a soloist (or small group) and a unison (or two part) c...

An infectious Jamaican folk tune is the basis for this anthem arranged for two part mixed voices with keyboard. If used, the optional bongos will enhance the flavor of the piece. Voicing: Unison wit...

It seems difficult to find good children's anthems by classic composers. This is one the children's choir will like, and it is easy. Use the instrumental accompaniment if possible, because it adds a c...

'Make a Joyful Noise' combines a bright melody with a text adapted from Psalm 100. Most of the optional two part section is written in canon. If desired, an instrument may play the second part. Voici...

Hal Hopson's setting of Psalm 24 has many possibilities for use. The congregation may join in singing the refrains, using the congregational page provided. If available, the three handbells will be a ...

This set of four pieces is part of the We Sing the World Round series. The titles in the set are: "Come, Let Us Eat" (Liberia); "Many and Great, O God' (Dakota Indian); "The King of Glory Comes" (Isra...

Here is a versatile and appealing Christmas anthem for two part voices (any combination). Voicing: 2-part/unison with keyboard Composer: Carolee R. Curtright Text: Carolee R. Curtright

This music is the closing section of Mozart's "Veni Sancte Spiritus K. 47" Mozart was twelve years old when he completed this composition in Vienna in 1768. A great piece for the second Sunday of Adve...

Harriet Ziegenhals has given us a happy, vibrant anthem for unison voices with keyboard and optional descant. The music is based on a memorable Hebrew folk melody. Voicing: Unison with keyboard and ...

Written for SA or SATB voices, here is a lilting Christmas anthem which is appropriate for children's or youth choirs. The tenor part, with its limited vocal range, is written with consideration of ch...

Composer Z. Randall Stroope has given us a festive anthem of celebration which is extremely flexible. It may be sung by any combination of voices (in two or three parts), and it may be used as a proce...

This exuberant anthem setting of Psalm 95 alternates between English and Latin phrases of text. It is scored for unison/two part voices with flute (or other C treble instrument) and keyboard. Its vita...

The attractive and accessible music of this anthem is paired with a fresh and meaningful text by Helen Stensrud. The timely anthem is a prayer for peace in our world, and is written in language childr...

Here is a rhythmic setting of an attractive but lesser-known African American spiritual for voices and piano. It is suggested that the second vocal part be sung by a small group. The text tells the st...

This flowing anthem for unison voices with keyboard and optional flute will be an attractive addition to the Advent repertoire. Voicing: Unison with keyboard and optional flute Composer: Charlotte...

This haunting Christmas lullaby for unison voices with keyboard is based on a Kentucky folk tune. Voicing: Unison Composer: Jody W. Lindh Text: Jody W. Lindh, Issac Watts

This bright, joyous setting of the traditional English carol can be sung as a combined (unison and SATB) choir piece, or by either unison or SATB choir alone. The happy accompaniment adds much vitalit...

John Horman's flowing anthem is written for unison/two part voices with narrator, C treble instrument, and keyboard. As the title would suggest, it is a prayer for peace in our world. As the choir sin...

Here is a reflective setting of the Thomas Tallis hymntune, "Third Mode Melody", for unison voices with an optional descant (voices or C treble instrument). Organ is the preferred accompaniment instru...

From the pen of Hal Hopson comes a joyful, lilting arrangement of the well-known African American spiritual. The text is based on Genesis 22. The spirited piano accompaniment will both support and enh...

A vibrant, cheerful anthem for two part children's choir. The keyboard accompaniment is enhanced by flute (or other C treble instrument) and orchestra bells (or chimes). A contrasting, thoughtful midd...

This exuberant anthem is sure to be a winner with your choir! The composer's use of sequence and repeated thematic material offer an immediate sense of familiarity and aid in easy learning. The energe...

The exciting anticipation of Jesus' birth is the focus of this Advent anthem. The text is based on Mark 13: 32-37, James 5: 7, and 1 Thessalonians 5: 16-22. Through discussion in rehearsals, chorister...

This ballad-like anthem combines scriptural themes from 1 Kings 17: 8-16 and Mark 12: 41-44. We are reminded of the importance of following God's call, and that giving from the heart is more important...

This piece arranged by Jane McFadden utilizes the harpsichord work Gavotte by Handel yet has a fantastic melody for young singers. Filled with energy, this song embodies a spirit of worship as we sing...

A set of three traditional American carols for unison voices and Orff instruments. These charming carols are delightfully arranged, and the Orff instrument parts are easily taught. (Voices with Orff S...

An arrangement of a haunting, traditional American tune for combined unison and SATB choirs with organ, flute, Orff instruments, and percussion. The Orff and percussion instruments used are soprano me...

Alepun (pronounced ah-leh-POON) is a Spanish word of unknown origin and meaning whose repetition may suggest the trotting hoofs or jingling bells of the donkey as it made its way to Bethlehem. Voici...

A lowing, lyrical arrangement for two part treble voices with an optional descant. The recurring refrain is easily learned, and will offer an immediate sense of familiarity and success for singers. ...

With its subtitle, "A Song For New Beginnings," this lyrical piece would be an excellent choice for the celebration of New Year, graduation, confirmation, or other times of new beginnings. The flexibl...

An exuberant anthem which includes both general and Christmas texts. The music is easily learned, and the vocal parts can be sung by any combination of voices. The general text is a paraphrase of Isai...

The lovely, original melody of this Christmas anthem has a memorable, folk-like quality. It will be both accessible and enjoyable for youth choirs to sing. Voicing: SAB Composer: Charlotte Algozin ...

This SATB music by Mozart is an attractive addition to the repertoire for junior high and high school choirs. The piece provides an opportunity of singing the music of the masters in a setting with vo...

The infectious Cook Island melody almost sings itself. A joyous SAB Easter anthem based on a text by Brian Wren. This youth choir anthem is published as a part of Choristers Guild's Mixed Voices seri...

A memorable repeated refrain is sung in alternation with vibrant stanzas in celebration of the Trinity. Guitar chords are provided in addition to the keyboard accompaniment. Voicing: Unison/two part...

The Song of Deborah (Judges 5: 1-5, 10-12) is the basis for this dramatic anthem for two part voices with organ, percussion, optional C instrument, and optional congregation. The piece was premiered a...

A joyous setting of a well-known Shaker text and tune for unison voices with piano, flute, and percussion. The arrangement nicely captures the spirit and inherent energetic drive of the melody. Voic...

The anthem begins with questions about the Shepherd, paired with a simple yet lovely melody. The middle section of the anthem quotes the familiar twenty-third psalm. The piece concludes with a return ...

Choirs will enjoy singing this joyous Easter anthem. With its two 'partner melodies', taught separately and later combined, it makes for easily-learned part singing. If available, the optional five ha...

A flowing piano accompaniment and guitar chord symbols are the accompaniment for this melodic and meaningful youth choir anthem based on a text by Brian Wren. Voicing: Unison, SAB Composer: Jeffrey ...

A spirited, ballad-like anthem based on Matthew 13. The two parts may be sung by any combination of voices. Voicing: Two-part Composer: Conway A. Bolt Jr. Text: Conway A. Bolt Jr., based on Matt...

This flowing, lyrical anthem for unison voices will be accessible for primary-age choirs. The meaningful text gives assurance of the Lord's presences with us in all that we do. Voicing: Unison voice...

Much imitation is employed in the vocal parts of this memorable anthem. With its antiphonal nature, the pieced would lend itself nicely to a physical separation of the two groups of singers for an eff...

Joel Martinson has arranged the traditional carol with the charm of a Renaissance dance. Unison with keyboard and optional treble instrument. Voicing: Unison with C instrument, flute, and oboe Com...

"Tell All the World" is built on an energetic, flowing melody which will be easy to learn. The canonic treatment of the vocal parts will aid in a feeling of security for early part-singers. The option...

A meaningful anthem based on a text from Luke 11: 9, 12: 31. (A parallel text is Matthew 7: 7.) The melodic line will be easily taught. Voicing: Two-part voices with keyboard (and opt. C instrument)...

Teenage choirs are offered the chance to sing the music of the masters in this SAB anthem by Schubert/Lovelace. With its memorable melody and accessible vocal parts, it will be a welcome addition to t...

Authentic SATB arrangements of four African hymns. Included in the preface are notes on the origins and stylistic elements of the pieces, pronunciation helps (Swahili), and performance and teaching su...

Hal Hopson sets the Parable of the Lost Sheep to a lovely, simple melody in "Gentle Shepherd, Kind and True." With just two verses and refrain, this anthem is easily learned for Good Shepherd Sunday, ...

Unison and SATB choirs join together in this flowing, lyrical arrangement of the popular hymn. The accompaniment is written for piano with optional flute or other treble instrument. This is sure to be...

A melodic Advent anthem announcing that Christ is Coming. The piece begins in unison, and later adds an optional second part written in a style of imitation. Voicing: Unison/two-part with piano Com...

An anthem filled with exuberant joy about Jesus' birth. The handbell (2 octaves) are a nice addition, but are not required. Voicing: Handbells; 2 octaves Composer: Gene Grier, Douglas E. Wagner T...

A collection of seven songs written with the primary-age choir in mind. The attractive music and texts will be accessible for young singers. The added use of a few handbells (2 oct. range) will add in...

Woven into the middle of this joyous Christmas anthem is the hymntune, "Lobt Gott, Ihr Christen" by Nikolaus Herman. The text is based on Isaiah 9: 6 and selected verses of Psalms 98. If desired, a C ...

A purposeful unison anthem about 'Faith That's Sure'. The accompaniment has a sturdy, robust feel, which supports the anthem's theme of firm and immovable conviction. If desired, banjo or autoharp may...

A singable, attractive Christmas anthem for unison voices. The flowing keyboard accompaniment adds support to the voices and suggests the rocking motion of a lullaby. Voicing: Unison with optional fl...

Children will enjoy singing this energetic, original melody from the pen of John Burke. The lively, rhythmic keyboard accompaniment supports the voices nicely. After the melody has been well establish...

Singers will enjoy the driving energy of this anthem about Jesus' life and ministry. The piece quotes the familiar hymn, 'Tell Me the Story of Jesus', tune by John R. Sweeney (1837-1899) and text by F...