Augsburg Fortress

Creator Spirit, Who Gave Us Life

Two of today's finest practitioners combine in the creation of this anthem, especially suitable for Pentecost and occasions focusing on the arts...

Voicing: SATB/4-part mixed
Difficulty: Medium-Difficult
Use: Pentecost

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O Paschal Lamp of Radiant Light

A meditative evensong anthem. This work can also be found in the Augsburg Choirbook.

Use: Easter

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I Am a Child of God

Ann Schrooten has crafted a versatile arrangement of a grace-filled song by Cheryl and Bruce Harding set for unison children’s or adult choir. Written for use during confirmation services and appropriate for worship focused on inclusion and unity.

Voicing: U, Pno
Difficulty: Easy
Use: Baptism; Confirmation/Affirmation; Creation

God's Work, Our Hands

Wayne L. Wold’s original text and tune were written to support the ELCA mission of “God’s Work, Our Hands.” Well-crafted and easily mastered, this is the perfect anthem for Rally Sunday or mission- and justice-themed services.

Voicing: SATB, Kybd
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Use: Praise & Thanksgiving; Stewardship; Thanksgiving

Thou Shalt Know Him

This piece by Canadian composer Mark Sirett is exquisite in every way, from its rich harmonic writing to its poignant text.

Voicing: SATB
Difficulty: Medium
Use: Advent

Anthem for Transfiguration

Quoting Luke 9:35, this anthem could even be placed during the reading of scripture. The ethereal harmony of the organ and the rich texture of the four-part...

Voicing: SATB/4-part mixed
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Use: Epiphany

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Mothering God, You Gave Me Birth

A setting of Jean Janzen's "Mothering God" for SATB and piano.

Voicing: SATB, Pno
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Use: Communion; Easter; Lent & Holy Week; Trinity

God, You Spin the Whirling Planets

Nathan Zullinger writes a graceful two-part mixed arrangement of this hymn found in the hymnal Glory to God, based on the Early American tune PLEADING SAVIOR. An engaging anthem that can be easily learned by any sized choir.

Voicing: 2 pt mxd, Org
Difficulty: Easy
Use: Creation; General

God So Loved the World

One of the most well-known bible verses, the text is set to a flourishing two-part arrangement. Optional handbells add additional interest. A beautiful...

Voicing: 2-part mixed
Difficulty: Easy
Use: Lent & Holy Week

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Arise, Shine, for Thy Light Has Come

This Epiphany anthem has become a staple of many choirs. The opening choral fanfare returns at the end of the piece and envelope an introspective middle...

Voicing: SATB/4-part mixed
Use: Epiphany

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The Truth Will Make You Free

This accessible setting of a beloved text from the Gospel of John is a great way to celebrate Reformation Day.

Voicing: 2-part mixed
Difficulty: Easy
Use: General; Reformation

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This Is My Beloved Son

This anthem can also be found in the Augsburg Choirbook.

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Go Up to the Mountain of God

Michael Helman writes an original text and tune that has become a wonderful addition to the repertoire for Transfiguration. Helman's setting is simple, yet rich in harmony, and will serve all SATB choirs well.

Voicing: SATB
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Use: Epiphany

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Let Us Ever Walk with Jesus

In a delightful expression of faith, Andrew Bruhn writes a gently flowing anthem for SAB choir. Set in a joyful 6/8 meter, the new music brings fresh life to the familiar text.

Voicing: SAB, Org
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Use: General

Day of Delight and Beauty Unbounded

This jubilant setting of a new Easter hymn in All Creation Sings is based on the tune IN DIR IST FREUDE. Paul D. Weber writes in a joyful Renaissance style, highlighting the dancelike rhythms of the melody complete with hand drum.

Voicing: SATB, Org
Difficulty: Easy
Use: Easter

Stars! Angels! Shepherds! Kings!

Stars! Angels! Shepherds! Kings! was written to be performed by children's choirs of all ages, large and small. The entire musical may be performed by one choir...

Difficulty: Medium-Difficult
Use: Christmas

Medieval Easter Chant

Here is wonderfully useful, yet unique offering for Easter and the Easter season. During these seasons choirs are looking for something different to add to the...

Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Use: Easter

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A New Magnificat

A lyric dialog between the songs of Hannah and Mary by Carolyn Jennings, this piece can be performed with soloist or solo sections.

Voicing: SATB, Org
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Use: Advent

Come Away to the Skies

A spirited, joyful setting of this early American tune and Wesley text, perfect for small choirs on Easter or the Sunday after.

Voicing: Organ; Unison
Difficulty: Easy
Use: Easter

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Rejoice, I Found the Lost

Accessible unison setting of the Luke 15 text. Choirs will enjoy singing quasi-praise song style. Mr. Wold is Director of Music at Evangelical Lutheran Church in Frederick, Maryland.

Voicing: 2-part mixed; Unison
Difficulty: Medium-Difficult

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