Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.933434 Composed by Samuel J. Lake. Christmas,Contemporary,Spiritual. Octavo. 3 pages. Samuel J. Lake #2999099. Published by Samuel J. Lake (A0.933434). This simple setting of O Magnum Mysterium is ideal for choirs of any ability. The harmonies and vocal lines make this piece great to both sing and listen to. Perfect for Advent.

Choral Choir,Choral (SATB) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1349231 Composed by Todd Marchand. Christian,Sacred,Traditional. 16 pages. Con Spirito Music #933976. Published by Con Spirito Music (A0.1349231). Three Evening Canticles were written as part of a setting of choral evensong for Church of the Holy Apostles - Anglican, Fort Worth, Texas. Metrical, mostly homophonic, and conservative in technical challenges and ranges, these canticles are accessible for small choirs and those of moderate ability, yet musically satisfying for large and accomplished groups. Phos Hilaron (“O Gladsome Light�) is one of the earliest known Christian hymns (ca. 3rd-4th century) recorded outside of the Bible. Intended to be sung at the kindling of lights in the evening, it is sometimes known as the “lamp-lighting hymn� and has been adopted by some Anglican bodies as an optional invitatory canticle immediately preceding the psalm(s) appointed for the day.Magnificat (The Song of Mary) is a scriptural canticle based on an account in the Gospel of Luke (1:46-55). Mary, the expectant mother of Jesus, visits her cousin  Elizabeth, the expectant mother of John the Baptist, who will prophetically proclaim the coming of the Messiah. Elizabeth praises Mary for her faith and subjection to God’s will, and Mary responds, “My soul doth magnify the Lord ... for he that is mighty hath magnified me ... and his mercy is on them that fear him throughout all generations.� The Magnificat is said or sung immediately after the first lesson (scripture reading) in the service of evening prayer. Nunc Dimittis (The Song of Simeon) is also a scriptural canticle taken from Luke (2:29-32).  Simeon, a devout Jew, had been promised by the Holy Spirit that he would not die until he had seen the Messiah. When Mary and Joseph bring the infant Jesus to the Temple in Jerusalem for the ceremony of redemption of the firstborn son, Simeon takes the child into his arms and says “Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace ... for mine eyes have seen thy salvation.� The Nunc Dimittis is said or sung after the second lesson in evening prayer.Texts for these settings are from The Book of Common Prayer (2019), Traditional Language Edition, according to the use of the Anglican Church in North America, and they are largely the texts of the 1662 Book of Common Prayer of the Church of England.©Copyright 2023 Todd Marchand / Con Spirito Music (ASCAP). All rights reserved. For more sacred, patriotic, folk, and holiday music for instruments and voices, visit www.conspiritomusic.com

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.943937 Composed by Clyde Grabski. Christian,Christmas,Spiritual. Octavo. 6 pages. Diamond Forest Publishing #4627759. Published by Diamond Forest Publishing (A0.943937). The words and music of Ten Thousand Bells will inspire and uplift you. It will reach the hidden yearning in your heart, bringing joy and peace. Successful performances have been done by large high school and community choirs. See youtube performance.Another package with Full Orchestra Accompaniment is available. See SheetMusicPlus listings for Clyde Grabski.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.905140 Composed by Michael Kenneth. Contemporary,Sacred. Octavo. 13 pages. Michael Kenneth Fabian #5726753. Published by Michael Kenneth Fabian (A0.905140). Benedicat  is a blessing prayer which is Trinitarian in form and uses word painting techniques. Different techniques were used to depict the different words used such as Pater, or Father, the depiction of the heavenly host and choirs of angels, Filius, or Son, the duality of Jesus' nature as God and Man and a depiction of his Passion through chromaticism and minor tonalities. Lastly, Spiritus Sanctus, or Holy Spirit, depicted by the floating sound above the entire chorus like a dove, descending on Jesus during His Baptism.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.719758 Composed by Curtis Hanson. Christian,Christmas,Sacred. Octavo. 10 pages. Curtis Hanson #5739795. Published by Curtis Hanson (A0.719758). Here is a new setting of the 15th century text by John Audelay known alternatively as There Is a Flower or The Flower of Jesse. The text has been adapted into contemporary English. The multiple verses of the poem are set with slight modifications to the melody, and the harmony and choral texture are also changed with each verse. The listener and performer will immediately notice the juxtaposition of D major and D minor tonality which is the biggest challenge for the singers. The organ accompaniment provides full support for much of the work making it accessible for most four-part choirs and a nice addition into the Advent and Christmas repertoire.

Choral Choir,Choral,SATB Chorus - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1402128 Composed by Helen Wilkes. Christmas,Classical,Holiday. 4 pages. Bethany Jones #985334. Published by Bethany Jones (A0.1402128). With its mostly forgiving ranges but slow melodic passages, Winter Lights is perfect for amateur mixed voice groups and choirs that have reasonable breath control and a cohesive blend.Originally written as a Christmas piece Winter Lights is a reassuring message of hope to anyone going through dark times. It’s written from the perspective of the loved ones being supportive and caring. It acknowledges the negative emotions associated with depression and other mental illnesses or awful events, while showing there are people that care and waiting for that person to reconnect with the world.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 5 - Digital Download SKU: A0.719523 Composed by Curtis Hanson. Christian,Sacred. Octavo. 59 pages. Curtis Hanson #2032867. Published by Curtis Hanson (A0.719523). The Missa Millennia was composed during the spring of 2000 and premiered the following November by the choirs of the John Duss Music Conservatory, Duluth, MN. Scored for a chamber orchestra of strings, keyboard, and solo oboe (full score and instrumental parts available separately), the work is not so much a celebration of the new millennium as it is an assimilation of many of the musical styles, characteristics, and forms of the previous thousand years. The entire piece is in the form of the traditional Mass, a musical form having its origins in the Middle Ages, and is divided into the five movements commonly found in the Mass Ordinary: Kyrie (Lord, have mercy), Gloria (Glory to God in the highest), Credo (the Nicene Creed), Sanctus – Benedictus (Holy, holy, holy – Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord), and Agnus Dei (Lamb of God). In the final movement, the Prayer of St. Francis of Assisi (Lord, make me an instrument of thy peace) concludes the work. Although the Missa Millennia as a whole is distinctly contemporary, elements from many earlier musical periods are incorporated into the movements. These include chant, open fifth and parallel fifth harmonic movement (organum), and canonic imitation from the Middle Ages and Renaissance; fugue, word-painting, terraced dynamics, ostinato (a repeated rhythmic or bass accompaniment), Alberti bass accompaniment figures, ABA form, and dominant-tonic harmonic relationships typical of Baroque and Classical music to name but a few. Other significant features are the usage of non-Western modality in the plaintive solo oboe and of pedal point, a sustained tone in the bass over which the melody and harmony evolve. Pedal point, a compositional tool used throughout music history, dates from the Middle Ages about the time of St. Francis. Although not directly based upon the music of any composer, the astute listener may hear musical ideas reminiscent of Vivaldi, Vaughan Williams, Respighi, Duruflé, and others. In the audio file, the 2nd movement (Gloria) can be found at approximately 6'25, the 3rd movement (Credo) at 12'05, the 4th movement (Sanctus) at 21'15, and the final movement (Agnus Dei) at 31'05. The complete Mass is approximately 43 minutes long.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.829483 Composed by Lyndell Leatherman. Christian,Sacred. Octavo. 6 pages. Leatherman Music Services #6853163. Published by Leatherman Music Services (A0.829483). In 1983 John Ness Beck (co-founder of Beckenhorst Press) published my choral piece, Gracious Spirit, Dwell with Me. It was my first freelance arrangement and, interestingly, turned out to be the best-selling anthem that I've ever written. It's had a good run with Beckenhorst, but now the rights have been returned to me. And so it's my joy to introduce it to another generation of church musicians, with a companion orchestration now available (sold separately at https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/22237960  In addition, because of the many church choirs with fewer men than women, I have created an SAB edition, available separately at https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/22256390

Choral Choir,Choral (SATB) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1315179 By Christopher Alexander. By Christopher Alexander. Christian,Christmas,Holiday,Religious,Sacred. 12 pages. Christopher Alexander #903925. Published by Christopher Alexander (A0.1315179). The definitive opening hits from the piano begin this triumphant work appropriate for the Christmas season.  The echoic texture of the voices illustrates the resounding nature of the text before the chorus expands to traditional harmonic chords.  A contrasting middle section gives more motion to the work before building to a recapitulation of the opening stanza.  This will be a great opener for your choirs at your holiday concert or worship service.Also available in SAB, SSA, and TTB.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.935613 Composed by Vincent O. Miller. Christian,Contemporary,Easter,Sacred. Octavo. 1 pages. Vincent Miller #6496269. Published by Vincent Miller (A0.935613). A slightly simplified arrangement of this setting of Habbakuk 3:17,18. Should work well for most church, school and community choirs.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1084543 By Travis L Boyd. By Travis L Boyd. Arranged by Travis L Boyd. Christmas,Contemporary,Holiday,Praise & Worship,Sacred. Octavo. 7 pages. Travis Boyd #688730. Published by Travis Boyd (A0.1084543). Here's a new Christmas anthem that is perfect for your holiday services or programs! It features solid 4-part writing and can be easily learned by choirs of all sizes.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.997111 Composed by Jordan Grigg. Christian,Gospel,Sacred. Octavo. 12 pages. Bill Fortenberry #6081197. Published by Bill Fortenberry (A0.997111). Based on the prayer of Jonah, Come and Rescue Me by Bill Fortenberry and Jordan Grigg is an excellent choice for church choirs on all occasions.  The music is written in an upbeat and epic style that grabs the attention of the listeners. It is also very catchy and easy to learn. The words are based on Scripture and would fit well in any church setting. The lyrics include references to sin, prayer, forgiveness, grace, love, and sacrifice.A solo arrangement is also available as well as the orchestral score. Song length: 3 to 4 minutes.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.535407 Composed by Jacques Dussouil. Christmas,Contemporary,Sacred. Octavo. 5 pages. Musik Fabrik Music Publishing #4285277. Published by Musik Fabrik Music Publishing (A0.535407). Jacques Dussouil was the Titular Organist of the Grand Orgue Boisseau of Notre-Dame de Royan from 1966 until his death in 2016. During his studies at the High School of Poitiers, he was also the student of pianist Hélène d’Ambelle who was herself a student of the great French Pianist Alfred Cortot. It was his work with Jean-Albert Villard, the organist of the Cliquot organ of the Cathedral of Poitiers which would determine his vocation as an organist. Jacques Dussouil continued his studies in Paris with Noëlie Pierront and especially with Edouard SouberbielleHis duties at the Royan Cathedral lead him to also become a choral director and composer, founding one of the best Cathedral Choirs in France which he directed for many years. This activity lead to the compostion of a large number of sacred works, including his Mass in D for two organs and Chorus.3. Un Enfant est né1. Un enfant est né dessous la paille fraiche,Bergers et bergères vennent à la crêche, Dans le ciel obscure, une étoile scintilleÉclairant les anges dont la face brille.Noël, Noël, chantez NoëlChantez l’enfant qui vient des cieuxNoël, Noël, chantez NoëlAccueillons tous cet enfant Dieu.2. Joseph et Marie dont la tête s’inclineSétonnent devant l’enfant qui les fascine,Et tandis qu’au loin dans la nuit qui descend, Chacun s’agenouille et sourit à l’enfant.Noël, Noël, chantez NoëlChantez l’enfant qui vient des cieuxNoël, Noël, chantez NoëlAccueillons tous cet enfant Dieu.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.939693 Composed by Richard St. Clair. A Cappella. Octavo. 19 pages. Richard St. Clair #3000979. Published by Richard St. Clair (A0.939693). This extended 12-part Buddhist motet sets a series of poems by the great Buddhist sage Nagarjuna Bodhisattva (ca. 150-250 CE) in worshipful adoration of the great Buddhist Savior, Amida Buddha. The poems also go by the title Junirai. The MP3 Audio Clip is a computer-generated soundfile. The duration of this work is 14 - 15 minutes. It will work well for small, medium or large choirs.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.939717 Composed by Richard St. Clair. 20th Century,Contemporary. Octavo. 23 pages. Richard St. Clair #3002339. Published by Richard St. Clair (A0.939717). This 9-minute motet in which the Buddha-to-be Dharmakara praises His master, Lokeshvaraja Buddha and vows to become the Savior of all Beings (namely, Amida Buddha). The music beings with an extended recitative/aria by solo soprano, and proceeds to the full choral ensemble to its conclusion. The MP3 Audio Clip is a computer-generated soundfile of the entire work. The music is completely tonal and traditional, suitable for good amateur choirs and professional choruses alike.Words from the Larger Sutra on Amida Buddha expounded by Shakyamuni Buddha some 2500 years ago in India.[Setting: Many ages ago, Dharmakara Bhikshu (in his stage before becoming Amida Buddha) declares to his Master, Buddha Lokeshvararaja, his intention to create a Pure Land wherein all suffering beings can be saved.]Text (slightly abridged):Then appeared a Buddha named Lokeshvararaja, the Tathagata, Arhat, Perfectly Enlightened One, Possessed of Wisdom and Practice, Perfected One, Knower of the World, Unsurpassed One, Tamer of Men, Master of Gods and Men, Buddha and World-Honored One.At that time there was a king, who, having heard the Buddha's exposition of the Dharma, rejoiced in his heart and awakened aspiration for the highest, perfect Enlightenment. He renounced his kingdom and the throne, and became a monk named Dharmakara. Having superior intelligence, courage and wisdom, he distinguished himself in the world. He went to see the Tathagata Lokeshvararaja, knelt down at his feet, walked round him three times keeping him always on his right, prostrated himself on the ground, and putting his palms together in worship, praised the Buddha with these verses:The shining face of the Buddha is glorious;Boundless is his magnificence.Radiant splendor such as hisIs beyond all comparison.The sun, the moon and the mani-jewel,Though shining with dazzling brightness,Are completely dimmed and obscuredAs if they were a pile of ink-sticksThe countenance of the TathagataIs beyond compare in the whole world.The great voice of the Enlightened OneResounds throughout the ten regions.His morality, learning, endeavor,Absorption in meditation, wisdomAnd magnificent virtues have no equal;They are wonderful and unsurpassed.I resolve to become a Buddha,Equal in attainment to you, O holy king of the Dharma,To save living beings from birth-and-death,And to lead them all to emancipation.I vow that, when I have become a Buddha,I shall carry out this promise everywhere;And to all fear-ridden beingsShall I give great peace.Even though there are Buddhas,A thousand million kotis in number,And multiudes of great sagesCountless as the sands of the Ganges,I shall make offeringsTo all those Buddhas.I shall seek the supreme WayResolutely and tirelessly.Even though the Buddha-lands are as innumerableAs the sands of the Ganges,And other regions and worldsAre also without number,My light shall shine everywhere,Pervading all those lands.Such being the result of my efforts,My glorious power shall be immeasurable.When I have become a Buddha,My land shall be most exquisite,And its people wonderful and unexcelled;The seat of Enlightenment shall be supreme.My land, being like Nirvana itself,Shall be beyond comparison.I take pity on living beingsAnd resolve to save them all.Those who come from the ten quartersShall find joy and serenity of heart;When they reach my land,They shall dwell in peace and happiness.I beg you, the Buddha, to become my witnessAnd to vouch for the truth of my aspiration.Having now made my vows to you,I will strive to fulfilll them.The World-Honored Ones in the ten quartersHave unimpeded wisdom;I call upon those Honored OnesTo bear witness to my intention.Even though I mu.