"Let everything that has breath praise the LORD. Praise the LORD." -Psalm 150:6

Music Reading Confined Singers! :) 

In the midst of this unprecedented time and we find ourselves missing our choir family, I hope you'll find comfort in these pieces. I often enjoy reading along with new music when I am searching for possible anthems for our choir. Though many of these will not be programmed for our choir, you may still find comfort in hearing them or singing along with them (as I often do.) Hopefully it will help fill the void until we meet again!
The scores are included in these particular examples! 

​God bless! -Tim <3 

You Do Not Walk Alone

By Elaine Hagenberg (2019)
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A traditional Irish Blessing set to a gentle, flowing melody, perfect for almost any occasion, but particularly comforting during a season of uncertainty or grief.

Great Is Thy Faithfulness

By Dan Forrest (2019)

It would be difficult to find a more powerful arrangement of this beloved hymn. This setting for SATB voices and piano offers several additional performance options, including optional organ, brass quintet, percussion, and orchestra. A quiet opening builds very gradually through the stanzas and several key changes to a final brilliant stanza with optional congregation. Very well done and inspirational

Unexpected Places

arr. Heather Sorensen (2019)

This tender ballad is filled with hopeful, truthful images of God's presence along the journey of life. Scored for SATB voices, piano, and optional violin and cello, the music is a stunning example of a "less is more" approach, moving with delicate care to match the fragile nature of the text.

We'll Join the Everlasting Song!

Lloyd Larson (2019)

The composer uses the traditional, classic hymn texts,  ALL HAIL THE POWER OF JESUS’ NAME and CROWN HIM WITH MANY CROWNS in combination and set to the tunes of KINGSFOLD and LEONI to form a robust hymn of praise and celebration, suitable for Easter and any other service of worship and celebration.

Rejoice, the Lord Is King!

Dan Forrest (2018)

This joyful arrangement of a well-known hymn will be a favorite of your choir and congregation alike. A flowing and romantic second verse contrasts with lively up-tempo sections. The imperative "Rejoice" is felt not only in the text but in the clear call of the lyrical vocal lines and the accompaniment. The optional string quartet adds to the classical style of the work. Very nicely done!

O Love

Elaine Hagenberg (2016)

​This beautiful setting of George Matheson's familiar hymn text functions perfectly in both sacred or secular settings. Here, O Love is given a fresh new melody with equally refreshing and gorgeous harmonies. You will not want to miss this for use as a sacred meditation in a worship service or in a concert setting as a tribute to the glory of love itself. Now available in treble and tenor-bass voicings. Simply stunning!

Still I'll Rejoice (Song of Habakkuk)

Pepper Choplin (2019)

"Though there is danger all around, still I will rejoice in the God of my salvation." This powerful message from Habakkuk 3:16-19 is realized musically with passion and conviction by Pepper Choplin. Passages of quiet reflection intensify towards thrilling acclamations of steadfast rejoicing in God's care for us. With compelling harmonic shifts and achievable vocal writing, it is scored for SATB chorus and piano and is great for Lent or any time of year.

Come to Me

Dan Forrest (2018)

A text adapted from scripture and lovely choral moments that bring the text to life create a wonderful piece of consecration and dedication. Lush choral writing, with engaging interplay between upper and lower voices, contributes moments of true beauty. The rich, elegant piano accompaniment is enhanced by a part for solo cello.

Lift High the Cross

arr. Richard A. Nichols (2015)

This majestic Easter anthem has been elevated to dramatic regal status by composer Richard Nichols in this new setting for SATB choir and organ with optional brass and percussion. Accessible for most choirs of varying skill levels, this arrangement will provide you a beautiful Easter anthem.

To the Lamb on the Throne

Dan Forrest (2019)
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​"Worthy the Lamb!" These three words of praise are masterfully woven throughout this new setting of Charles Wesley's text Ye Servants of God. In To the Lamb on the Throne, composer Dan Forrest takes a traditional hymn text and elevates it to an astonishing, worshipful offering for the King of Kings! Scored for SATB choir, organ, and optional brass quintet and timpani, there's also an opportunity for the congregation to join on the final verse. You'll want to return to this anthem time and again. Superb!