Augsburg Fortress

Lift Up Your Heads

Written in the beloved choral hymn tradition, Olaf C. Christiansen’s uplifting and energetic arrangement of this well-loved Advent hymn nearly sings itself.

Voicing: SATB
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Use: Advent

Away in a Manger

Enjoy this stress-free yet elegant SAB setting of the familiar carol using the tune CRADLE SONG, lovingly arranged by John Ferguson for his grandson.

Voicing: SAB
Difficulty: Easy
Use: Christmas

Lord, Have Mercy

Here is an expressive and dynamic anthem from Undine Smith Moore, featuring original music in the style of an African American spiritual. Ideal for Lent or anytime a choral setting of the Kyrie is needed.

Voicing: SATB
Difficulty: Medium
Use: Advent; Lent & Holy Week

This Night

This re-release of a classic F. Melius Christiansen Christmas anthem is based on the familiar tune used with “Oh, That I Had a Thousand Voices” and incorporates a part for children’s choir or soloists, with adult choir.

Voicing: Children's choir; SATB/4-part mixed
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Use: Christmas

Now We Join in Celebration

A joyful anthem filled with playful, rhythmic grace.

Voicing: Keyboard; SATB/4-part mixed
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Use: Communion; General

Nunc Dimittis

It is with great pleasure that Augsburg Fortress welcomes Rene Clausen. This stunning setting of the Nunc dimittis was written for the 100th anniversary of the...

Voicing: SATB/4-part mixed
Difficulty: Medium
Use: Christmas

Come, Sing of Years Gone By

Written for a church anniversary, this anthem lifts up themes of stewardship and justice.

Voicing: Organ; SATB/4-part mixed
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Use: General

Creating God, Your Fingers Trace

This imaginative text calls us to care for the earth, the universe, and all of creation with the same tender spirit in which God created them.

Voicing: Organ; SATB/4-part mixed
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Use: General; Stewardship; Trinity

Our Mission Bold and Blest

To Delores Dufner's fine mission text, this new musical setting lends expressive fervor, together with the lyricism of a treble instrument.

Voicing: SATB/4-part mixed
Difficulty: Medium
Use: General

My Hope Is Built on Nothing Less

Based on the popular hymn tune MELITA, this new work from the sure hands of John Ferguson expresses trust in God.

Voicing: SATB/4-part mixed
Difficulty: Medium
Use: General

The Strife Is O'er

John Ferguson knows how to sculpt a masterpiece. He is creative and imaginative, practical and accessible. In "The Strife Is O'er" he envelopes a common Easter...

Voicing: SATB/4-part mixed
Difficulty: Easy
Use: Easter

For the Beauty of the Earth

A welcome and fresh setting of this favorite hymn, John Ferguson’s writing highlights the text with creativity and ease.

Voicing: SATB, Org
Difficulty: Easy
Use: Praise & Thanksgiving; Spring; Thanksgiving

Come to the Cradle

A new carol written for the Christmas Festival at St. Olaf College; performed on both PBS and NPR. The Conger's lovely text and tune have been brought to life...

Voicing: SATB/4-part mixed
Difficulty: Medium
Use: Christmas

Lead On, O King Eternal

What kind of king is Jesus? Ferguson's setting explores how God's reign might be filled with peace and gentleness rather than military conquest.

Voicing: Organ; SATB/4-part mixed
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Use: Christ the King; General

For Such a Time as This

The poignant text by Susan Palo Cherwien speaks of justice, love, peace and caring for all. Ralph Johnson has crafted a rich new tune and setting encouraging the inclusion of congregation and brass.

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

Song of Peace - V' chit' tu

Composed for the 100th anniversary of the St. Olaf Choral Festival. This work, based on a Hebrew text from Isaiah, is a moving cry for peace. 

Voicing: SATB
Difficulty: Medium
Use: General

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Over My Head

This spiritual arrangement is well-worth the effort and will delight singers and listeners alike.

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