These editions taken from the acclaimed Tudor Anthems anthology represent some of the most popular musical works from the volume. They include sacred works of various lengths and standards of difficulty for mixed voice choir accompanied and unaccompanied by an array of composers including Batten Byrd Gibbons Philips Sheppard Tallis Taverner and Weelkes. The works are prepared in an easily understood performing edition by Lionel Pike.

These editions taken from the acclaimed Tudor Anthems anthology represent some of the most popular musical works from the volume. They include sacred works of various lengths and standards of difficulty for mixed voice choir accompanied and unaccompanied by an array of composers including Batten Byrd Gibbons Philips Sheppard Tallis Taverner and Weelkes. The works are prepared in an easily understood performing edition by Lionel Pike.

incorporating This Little Light of Mine-Uses: General Missions ConcertScripture: Matthew 5:16From the opening freely sung solo to the rhythmic drive of an electrifying chorus this is a “feel good” anthem. Affirming the joywe receive from sharing the good news this anthem encourages us to take the message to the world. Available separately: SATB LiteTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:02.

Written in commemoration for the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation this special commission takes the words of Martin Luther and delivers them with music of scope and power. A significant instrumental flourish opens the piece setting the stage for an energetic theme that combines traditional style with a more modern rhythmic vocabulary. Episodic sections reflect the rise of this significant text which articulates the story of redemption. Score and Parts (tpt 1-2 hn tbn tba timp) available as a digital download.

Uses: General PentecostScripture: Psalm 134; Matthew 24:26For choirs seeking a challenge this anthem offers scope and power. Thick divided chords offer a sonorous depth to the timbre of the anthem and the mixed meter characteristics of the rhythmic writing delivers a festive energy worthy of the finest ensembles. The final section springs forth with a rustic abandon concluding with antiphonal pyrotechnics that takes theanthem to dizzying heights!

O that we were there! is a text taken from the Christmas hymn In Dulci Jubilo. It expresses a longing to be present at the Incarnation of Christ but it also conveys alonging to be out of the world oftime and space and in an eternal world.Composed in 2012 in memory of Blossom Barrow this SATB version was first performed at the memorial service for Annabel Freyberg mother of Blossom Barrow at St Mary Abbots theparish church of Kensington on 26th February 2014. The performance was given by the choir of St Mary Abbotsconducted by the Director of Music Professor Mark Uglow.

Uses: Lent Holy Week Eastertide Ascension communionScripture: John 13:1; Romans 8:35Drawing from scripture the writer takes us on a journey through the passion of Christ and beyond. The sadness ofthe opening surrenders to the joy of the final verse that celebrates the resurrection hope we have in the risen Christ. The text references Christ's final words of assurance and makes this a beautiful choice for Eastertide Ascension and other post-Easter worship experiences. Moving!

Sleepsong is a rich Celtic-inspired song for choirs looking to test their abilities with a new and exciting challenge.Released by Secret Garden in 2005 the song was written by Brendan Graham and Rolf Løvland who also penned the Westlife hit You Raise Me Up. This beautiful and peaceful choral version has been arranged by Desmond Earley for six part chorus with Soprano solo. It was first performed by UCD Choral Scholars on April 19 2012.The piece is perfect for choruses looking to take their singing forward with specific directions for staggered breathing throughout offering an added challenge forensembles. Although designed to be sung A Cappella the arrangement includes a piano reduction for easy rehearsal.

Five dance-inspired movements for SATB and Piano-Written for SATB choir and piano with optional audience participation Pas de deux is a work consisting of five movements by Paul Smith the co-founder of VOCES8 and author of The VOCES8 Method. The movements can be performed individually or as one complete work. Pas de deux is inspired by the dance duet found in ballet and the music takes the duet element of the dance to create a relationship between the performers and audience enabling interaction between them and giving the option for performers and audience to make music together. Suitable for all ages this piece offers opportunities both to create and to perform informed by Paul Smithâ??s expertise in leadingparticipatory music events with hundreds of thousands of people around the world. A five-movement work inspired by the dance pas de deux Incorporates a wide range of musical styles from contemporary classical to traditional Zulu Encourages a musical interaction between performer and audience Suitable for singers (and audiences) of all ages Incorporates well-known themes from the ballets of Tchaikovsky Paul Smithâ??s Pas de deux is part of the Edition Peters Choral Workshop Series.

The Souls Of The Righteous is an anthem for SATB choir with an Organ reduction provided for rehearsal purposes. It takes its text from the Old Testament book of Wisdom. Sir George Elvey (1816-1893) was a British organist and composer. He was a chorister at Canterbury Cathedral and New College Oxford before studying at the Royal Academy of Music. Such was his skill he became Organist at St George’s Chapel Windsor at the age of just nineteen having been offered the post in preference to far more experienced candidates such as Samuel Wesley. He wrote prolifically for the Chapel creating many works that were only performed once andhave now been lost. Best remembered are his hymn tunes oratorios and anthems.

You Are Beautiful to Me-Uses: General Christ the King Hymn Arrangement Scripture: John 1:1-18; Hebrews 7:24-26; Revelation 5:11-14 Heather Sorenson has taken this enduring hymn and added an original new refrain resulting in a work that tastefully mixes the two genres together. Perfect for any service here is an anthem that will minister across the generations. Score and parts (fl perc 1-2 rhythm vn 1-2 va vc db) available as a digital download.

Uses: GeneralScripture: Matthew 5:1-12A foundational moment in Scripture is treated with musical interpretation in this artful selection for sanctuary choirs. The words that have comforted generationsof people take wing in an emotive piece that touches the heart with truth even as it inspires the singer with tender music. Lyricism and sensitive harmonic episodes abound while a cantabile piano accompaniment weaves a preciousthread of beauty through this fabric of sacred sound. Available separately: SATB SAB. Duration: ca. 4:41.

The vocal score for Archibald Davidson Arnott's Blessed Are The Pure In Heart arranged for SATB chorus and Organ Accompaniment. Born in Glasgow in 1870 Arnott moved to London when he was 10 and did not start seriously studying music until he was around 20. After graduating Arnott became organist at a number of churches in London then Glasgow all the while composing anthems such as the beautiful Blessed Are The Pure In Heart which takes its name and text from a verse in the Bible.

A medley of seven stirring songs from Les Miserables one of the most popular and successful West End Musicals of all time. Arranged here for SATB (Soprano/Alto/Tenor/Bass) Choir and Piano by Ed Lojeski. The rousing chord changes and soaring melodies featured in the songs from Les Miserables are arranged here in one continuous crowd-pleasing medley. The piece will take the audience on a journey through all the biggest and best tunes from the musical including I Dreamed A Dream On My Own and Do You Hear The People Sing?. The brilliantly composed songs from the internationally-acclaimed show are timelessclassics enjoyed by people of all ages and all tastes. Your choir will love singing these songs with their delightfully uplifting spirit while your audience will fall in love with the inspirational harmonies and lyrics. The arrangement is not too difficult for most amateur choirs and it allows for a good mix of solo opportunities for those shiver-down-your-spine moments. To bring the spirit of the French Revolution to your SATB choir this innovative Les Miserables Medley is the perfect combination of awesome melody and enjoyable harmony. An excellent performance piece you and your audience will love this.

Perfect of Epiphany, this anthem takes an existing 17th century text and brings a fresh touch with original new music. The optional flute obbligato provides just the right touch. Simple, yet heartfelt and highly effective. / Choeur Mixte (SATB)