Augsburg Fortress

A Mighty Fortress

Ferguson captures the essence of ''Ein feste Burg'' in this strong setting that will surely become a classic in sacred choral literature. As always, a creative...

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

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As the Dark Awaits the Dawn

A classic from Carl Schalk, composer of "Before the Marvel of This Night," this will be the Advent anthem you turn to year after year for its poignant...

Voicing: SATB
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Use: Advent

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Shall We Gather at the River

Here's a delightful, creative arrangement of the much-loved gospel tune, Hanson Place, for organ and congregational singing. Perfect for hymn festivals,...

Voicing: Organ

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Great Day!

Especially appropriate for Advent, Hal Hopson's upbeat setting of this famous African-American spiritual includes optional part for clarinet or trumpet. Expert...

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

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As We Gather At Your Table

K. Lee Scott composed this version of his successful SATB anthem for the Augsburg Easy Choirbook, vol. 2. It is interesting, unique accessible music for communion and general use. Voicing: SAB, kybd

Voicing: SAB/3-part mixed
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Use: Communion; General

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O Little Town of Bethlehem

An exquisite anthem by Kenneth Jennings setting a well-known text to new music.

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

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Advent Hymn

Written in an elegant, yet simple style, this short motet is effective for use in worship, Advent carol services, or concerts.

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

9780800656621

How Far Is It To Bethlehem

Ferguson has created a lovely, lyric setting for women of this beloved English traditional tune suitable for either worship or concert. The writing, both...

Voicing: Piano; SSAA
Difficulty: Medium-Difficult
Use: Christmas

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Oh, That Bleeding Lamb

The St. Olaf Series brings this classic spiritual back into print. Moore is a much revered black composer whose works have been performed by choirs throughout the country.

Voicing: SATB/4-part mixed
Difficulty: Medium-Difficult
Use: Lent & Holy Week

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Psalm 46: The Lord of Hosts from Psalm Set

A welcome addition to the repertoire for Reformation, try it with a segue to the singing of the hymn, "A Mighty Fortress," for an especially effective performance.

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

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Jesus, Jesus, Rest Your Head

Here is an a cappella setting of the traditional carol which genuinely captures its beauty and simplicity. This second offering in the new St. Olaf Choral...

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

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Out of the Orient Crystal Skies

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

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A New Magnificat: (revised text edition)

A lyric dialog between Hannah and Mary, this piece can be performed with soloist or solo sections. An excellent addition during Advent. Voicing: SATB and organ with solo soprano and alto

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

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Every Time I Think About Jesus

A wonderful bass solo starts this unaccompanied arrangement of the traditional spiritual. Hushed opening builds to an enthusiastic declaration of the triumph of...

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

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Ride On, King Jesus

An annual favorite. This arrangement of the traditional spiritual features a soprano solo and an infectious Coda in which the choir is divided into several...

Voicing: SATB/4-part mixed
Difficulty: Medium-Difficult
Use: Passion/Palm Sunday

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The Day of Resurrection!

This familiar Easter text is given new life with a fresh tune from Farlee, with a jubilant setting for choir, brass, and organ...

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

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

Joy to the World

The joy of the season is highlighted in Jonathan Campbell’s exciting new setting of “Joy to the World” for the Advent season.

Voicing: SATB
Difficulty: Medium
Use: Advent; Christmas

A Virgin Most Blessed

Ryan Kelly writes an uplifting Renaissance-style Christmas anthem with dancelike rhythms, open fifths, and accompaniment for woodwinds and percussion.

Voicing: SATB
Difficulty: Medium
Use: Advent; Christmas

Blessed Rest

Scott Perkins sets text from Revelation 14 and Romans 8 in this flowing, lyrical anthem appropriate for All Saints, funerals, or any time of remembrance.

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

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