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CGA474 Creator of the Stars of Night
John Ferguson's arrangement of this Sarum plainsong functions well as a processional or as an anthem. The flute is optional but appropriately supports the chant melody at the octave. The handbell scor...
CGA476 The Children Shout Hosanna
A syncopated, rhythmically alive Palm Sunday anthem for two equal voices that works well for children or youth. Voicing: Two equal voices with keyboard accompaniments Composer: Hal H. Hopson Text...
Horn and a sonorous keyboard accompaniment provide this Corinthians II benedictory text a wonderful atmosphere. By beginning with a unison statement of the text, then re-stating in SATB, the possibili...
This delightful anthem for unison voices with keyboard is sure to be a favorite of young singers. The tune is bright and memorable, and the rhythmic vitality and syncopation add spark. There is an opt...
By combining a 'welcome' text (by Helen Kemp) with the Ephesians 4: 4-6 scripture, Robert Powell has accomplished a work with a myriad of possibilities: children and adults; solo and choir; choir and ...
This piece by Austin Lovelace is written for unison voices with keyboard, and is appropriate for Thanksgiving or general use. This is one of the eight anthems written to correspond with Helen Kemp's b...
In this one of the eight designated anthems included in the Helen Kemp's 'Of Primary Importance' (CGBK-50), John Erickson has masterfully set a memorable melody and text quickly achievable by children...
Use of this anthem is detailed of 'Of Primary Importance' (CGBK-50). It is an inventive arrangement by Helen emphasizing the use of Latin American rhythm instruments in tandem with keyboard accompanim...
A descending minor melody movingly depicts the Gethsemane scene. The second stanza is followed by an effective tonality shift to the parallel major for the Ubi caritas text. Teaching suggestions aboun...
A delightful, festive introit that children will love! The accompaniment sparkles especially on the refrain. Voicing: Unison with Keyboard Composer: John D. Horman Text: John D. Horman Additiona...
CGA490 Hodie Christus Natus Est SATB
Written in a joyfully lilting 6/8 meter, this anthem has been a top seller and long time favorite of countless mixed voice choirs. The Latin text, 'Hodie Christus Natus est! Gloria in excelsis Deo!' c...
CGA492 All Things Bright and Beautiful
This piece for SATB voices and keyboard takes into consideration the vocal ranges of the youth choir, although it will be of interest to adult choirs as well. The tenor part stays within a limited pit...
By adapting several Psalm texts, Kevin Riehle has accomplished a joyous and striking unison anthem especially pertinent for baptismal services. The sprightly refrain enjoins with a descant for the fin...
Anthem with an Irish melody based on Luke 18:16 - "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.” Includes a part for flute and two octav...
This anthem for two-part voices with keyboard is appropriate for the Easter season or for general use. The text of this joyous anthem tells the story of Jesus' life on earth, beginning with the Christ...
General anthem for combined choirs and optional congregation singing the hymn tune "Tuolan." Voicing: Unison/SATB with organ and optional congregation Composer: Sue Ellen Page Text: Cynthia A. Jarv...
CGA505 People, Look East Choral Score
Tom Mitchell offers us an attractive arrangement of the hymn tune, 'Besancon', for SAB voices with piano and finger cymbals. This musical setting, together with the text by Eleanor Farjeon, will make ...
This Christmas anthem is written for SA voices with piano, optional flute and optional handbells (4 octaves). The melody is a traditional Brazilian lullaby; the text and arrangement are by David Stock...
CGA508 With the Help of the Spirit of the Lord
This anthem for unison/two part voices with piano is mostly unison. The Voice II part has the Melody and the primary text, while the Voice I part sings a quiet, chant-like ostinato. An exellent choice...
CGA511 Oh, Come, All You Children
From the pen of William Schoenfeld comes this Christmas anthem for unison voices with keyboard and optional handbells (2 octaves, 9 bells). The engaging tune by Schoenfeld is based on a well known tex...
CGA512 Song of Celebration Unison
Song of Celebration' is a festive piece for unison voices (opt. div.) with flute, handbells (2 oct.), finger cymbals, drum and keyboard. The voicing of the piece is intended to be flexible. While it m...
This exuberant anthem was written for two part voices, keyboard and optional four handbells. The bells are used only on the last page of music, and the bell part is very easy. The music by Mark Wilson...
Let all of creation praise God! This anthem is well suited for any celebration that includes all of creation from wind and sea to cattle and beast. The addition of handbells helps to create a more c...
CGA518 What a Friend/Lonesome Valley
As the title suggests, this anthem for two part mixed voices with piano and flute/synthesizer combines two well-known hymns. Voicing: Two-part mixed voices with piano and flute/synthesizer Composer...
The teachings of Jesus are effectively conveyed through this anthem for unison voices with keyboard and hand drum. An optional introduction (in the same tempo) would lead directly into the anthem. V...
Dr. Walter Pelz has given us a hauntingly beautiful Christmas anthem based on a fresh, new text by Del B. Anderson. Voicing: Unison Composer: Walter L. Pelz Text: Del B. Anderson
CGA526 Once in Royal David's City
Bob Burroughs has given us a new setting of John Gauntlett's wonderful tune Irby. This arrangement is scored for unison voices with keyboard and optional handbells (2 octaves, 20 bells). The piece pro...
"Lord, bless my growing! I know Your word, unchanging Lord, you have promised me, Your child I'll always be." An anthem that invites the blessing of the Lord as we grow, but also as we remain childre...
CGA530 Praise the Lord Service Music
These easy, short offerings of service music will provide a meaningful addition to worship. Some have optional parts for handbells. Consider various options of placement of choir(s) and instrumentalis...
Here is a charming setting of a traditional Dutch carol by Helen Kemp. The arrangement is written for unison voices with soprano and alto glockenspiels, alto metallophone (or handbells), finger cymbal...
Reprinted from Share the Good News! He is Risen (CGCA500), this anthem recalls the final supper that Jesus shared with His disciples the night before His death. The E minor key creates a solemn mood o...
With the publication of 'Tapestry' we are pleased to welcome Harriet Ziegenhals into the Choristers Guild catalog. This delightful piece for unison voices with piano will be welcome addition to the re...
Tom Mitchell's 'Prayer for Partnership', for SAB or SATB voices and keyboard, is an attractive general anthem for youth or adult choirs. The words of Jane Parker Huber's text call us to live Christ's ...
Triumphant Palm Sunday anthem for children's choirs in triple meter and minor mode with the Helen Kemp flare. Optional descant, cello and finger cymbals part. Voicing: Unison with optional descant, c...
A new baptism anthem comes to us from the joint efforts of John Horman and Mary Nelson Keithahn. Voicing: Unison/2-Part with keyboard, optional SATB choir, and optional congregation Composer: John D...
CGA545 A Christmas Introit and Processional From Darkness to Light
This piece is based on scriptural text and traditional carols, but Michael Jothen's creativity has added a sense of 'drama' which brings it all together in a new and meaningful way. Voicing: Unison ...
This Christmas/Epiphany anthem for combined choirs is based on the Moravian hymntune, 'Hagen'. John S.C. Kemp has given us a delightful arrangement for antiphonal unison and SATB choirs with keyboard,...
This arrangement of the traditional 'Sans Day Carol' for two part treble voices is a delightful addition to the repertoire. While the accompaniment was intended for harp, it also works well of the pia...
This joyous anthem for unison voices with keyboard and optional flute will have immediate appeal. The text incorporates Psalm 118: 24. Although optional, if a flute is available it will give added spa...
CGA553 Come One, Come All, Come Follow
The antiphonal format of this anthem lends itself to use in a variety of ways. Part II always echoes what Part I has sung. Part II is ideal for a very young choir; Part I may be sung by a soloist, a s...
Please note that the audio sample above was informally recorded in the Choristers Guild offices for melody/accompaniment demonstration purposes only. No actual demo recording or accompaniment track is...
While Angels Sing' is part of the 'Of Primary Importance, Volume II' anthem series. B. Wayne Bisbee has given us a delightful Christmas anthem based on a traditional Hispanic tune. Written for unison ...
CGA559 My Song is Love Unknown
From the pen of Carolyn Jennings comes 'My Song Is Love Unknown', a sensitive unison anthem for the Lenten season. The piece is basically strophic, with slight variations in the last stanza. This anth...
CGA560 The Whole Bright World Rejoices Now
This anthem is appropriate not only for Easter Day, but also for the other Sundays throughout the Easter Season. Although the flute and 5 handbells are considered optional, they add much to the piece....
CGA563 Sing and Speak of God's Glory Hymns, Scriptures and Responses
A worship resource for the church year. This publication correspondes to Helen Kemp's book, Of Primary Importance. Voicing: Unison, 2-Part Composer: Helen Kemp Scripture: Psalm 33 and 121; Matthew...
CGA564 Poor Wayfaring Stranger
Appropriate for youth or adult choirs, Bob Burroughs has given us a contemplative setting of the familiar traditional American tune. The expressive and haunting melody is effectively arranged for SATB...
From the pen of Natalie Sleeth comes a fresh new setting of the Lord's Prayer (paraphrased) for unison/two part voices with keyboard and optional B-flat or C treble instrument. (A transposed B-flat in...
CGA566 Christ the Lord is Risen Today
Carolyn Jennings has given us a delightful new arrangement of the familiar Easter hymn. 'Christ the Lord Is Risen Today!' (ORIENTUS PARTIBUS). The piece is scored for unison voices with flute, Orff in...
CGA569 Rejoice and Sing Merrily
The voicing of this jubilant anthem by Robert J. Powell is very flexible. It may be sung by two or three part treble or mixed voices; the accompaniment is written for keyboard with optional C instrume...
This lovely anthem combines the traditional English folk melody, 'O Waly Waly', with a meaningful new text by arranger Shirley W. McRae. The piece is written for unison/two part voices with soprano re...
This attractive setting of the traditional spiritual for unison voices offers optional body motions along with suggestions for using them effectively with the singing of the anthem. Voicing: Unison ...
CGA573 Let All the World in Every Corner Sing Full Score
This festive general anthem by Jody W. Lindh is extremely flexible in voicing; it is scored for unison, two part or SATB voices with handbells (4 octaves) and keyboard. The choral score includes cues ...
CGA576 There Once Was a Man and I Have a Secret
This set of two short companion pieces will be welcomed by directors of young choirs. 'I Have a Secret' is written for unison voices with glockenspiel (or bells) and piano. 'There Once Was a Man' is w...
A contemplative text by Fr. Joseph E. Brown, S.J. is set to music by Fr. Bruce H. Forman. It provides the opportunity for congregational involvement; the piece is written for cantor/soloist, congregat...
An attractive anthem, useful as a benediction, enhanced with optional Flute and Orff instruments. Voicing: Unison with flute, orff instruments Composer: Betty A Ramseth Season: Epiphany, General
Another wonderful anthem featuring collaboration with text-writer Mary M. Coulson. The text is based on Corinthians 14:15 Voicing: Unison/2-Part with optional handbells (3 octaves) or chimes Compose...
CGA583 Praise the Lord Who Reigns Above
For more than a decade, this outstanding anthem has remained one of Choristers Guild's all time best sellers. Perfect for children's choir festivals or any service of praise and celebration, this anth...
This joyful anthem for two part (treble or mixed) voices will be a welcome addition to the repertoire. The text combines an adaptation of Psalm 148 with original material by composer Tom Mitchell. The...
The music of John Goss (1800-1880) is arranged by Barbara Owen for SAB voices with organ in a new anthem for youth or adult choirs. Its text comes from Psalm 21. In rehearsing the piece, work for flow...
CGA587 Celebrate This Happy, Holy Day
Dolores Hruby has arranged the music of Henry Purcell as an anthem for unison voices with keyboard and optional C treble instrument. With its memorable tune and infectious joy, this anthem is one that...
This tasteful and attractive arrangement by Joe Cox of the traditional African American Spiritual is written for unison/two part voices with soloist (or small group) and keyboard. Voicing: unison/tw...
Mary Nelson Keithahn has paraphrased the text from Psalm 67. A unison choir version was earlier published as part of the Choristers Guild musical, 'Paul & Co.' This expanded anthem version is written ...
Based on a fresh text by Carl P. Daw, Jr., this two part anthem with keyboard accompaniment contains slight differences between the Voice I and II parts. If desired, a C treble instrument may double t...
An exciting, rhythmic anthem with 'youth appeal'. Although the voicing is SATB, the soprano/tenor and alto/bass are often doubling parts. The optional percussion instruments provide added interest. So...
CGA592 Come, Lord Jesus, We are Waiting
With its focus on the coming of Christ at Christmas, this anthem may be used along with the suggested readings (included in the octavo) for an Advent Wreathe lighting ceremony. Suggestions are include...
This anthem was designed to have many performance options. It was originally written for children's choir with SATB choir joining on the refrains. The work can also stand alone for unison choir or SAT...
CGA594 So Long Ago on Christmas Day
Composer Hal Hopson has given us a lilting new anthem based on a text by Carlton C. Buck. The piece is written for unison/two part voices with keyboard and optional handbells (3 bells, 2 octave range)...
Here is a festive youth choir anthem for SATB voices with keyboard, optional guitar, and optional bass. The singing of 'Hosanna' will be a stirring addition to worship on Palm Sunday. Optional suggest...
CGA597 Maria Walks Amid the Thorn
David Cherwien brings us a haunting new setting of a medieval German carol. The arrangement is written for unison voices with organ. Composer: Medieval German carol Arranger: David M. Cherwien T...
CGA598 A Child is Born Today Choral Full Score
This composition for SATB voices with 2 flutes and handbells (3 octaves) is effective either as a straight choral piece or as a processional in a worship or concert setting. Suggestions are given for ...
This anthem is sure to brighten up any worship service with calls of rejoicing and celebration in God's love. Voicing: Unison/two-part voices with keyboard and optional congregation Composer: Dale...
CGA604 We Are Climbing Jacob's Ladder
From composer Joe Cox comes a fresh arrangement of the familiar African American Spiritual for union voices with piano. Voicing: Unison/Two-part with piano Arranger: Joe Cox Text: Traditional Afr...
This spirited anthem begins in unison, and later uses the melody as a three part canon. Voicing: 3-part treble cannon Composer: Alfred V. Fedak Text: James L. H. Brumm
Here is a happy and energetic Palm Sunday anthem for unison voices. The anthem works very well with voices and keyboard alone; if the optional handbells (3-4 octaves) are available, they will provide ...
This joyous anthem for two part treble voices will be a favorite to sing. The lyrical melody is combined with an accompaniment of piano, optional chimes or bells (2 octaves), and optional Orff instrum...
This engaging new setting of a traditional tune comes to us from David Cherwien. The text begins with Christ's birth, and continues on to tell the story of Jesus' death and resurrection. If desired, t...
CGA609 How Lovely and Green Is the Earth
This piece presents a challenge to care for the earth. The octavo includes teaching ideas from composer Helen Kemp. Her suggestion of using recorded bird sounds to 'set the tone' for the piece can be ...
CGA612 Lord, Make Me an Instrument of Thy Peace
From the pen of Jody W. Lindh comes a sensitive, expressive setting of the well-known words of St. Francis of Assisi for SATB voices and keyboard. The anthem serves as excellent teaching material for ...
CGA613 An Easter Song of Praise
Here is an extremely flexible piece written for unison, 2 part (treble or mixed), or 3 or 4 part mixed voices with keyboard. As noted on page 2 of the publication, the anthem is successful with the me...
CGA616 Swing Low, Sweet Chariot
The indication 'gentle swing' suggests the mood of this arrangement of the traditional spiritual, written for two part voices and piano. Useful in both church and school settings. Voicing: two-part ...
CGA617 Tell Me the Stories of Jesus
This memorable anthem combines two familiar hymns. 'Tell Me the Stories of Jesus' and 'I Love to Tell the Story'. The arrangement is written for a soloist (or small group) and a unison (or two part) c...
CGA619 Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ
An infectious Jamaican folk tune is the basis for this anthem arranged for two part mixed voices with keyboard. If used, the optional bongos will enhance the flavor of the piece. Voicing: Unison wit...
It seems difficult to find good children's anthems by classic composers. This is one the children's choir will like, and it is easy. Use the instrumental accompaniment if possible, because it adds a c...
'Make a Joyful Noise' combines a bright melody with a text adapted from Psalm 100. Most of the optional two part section is written in canon. If desired, an instrument may play the second part. Voici...
Hal Hopson's setting of Psalm 24 has many possibilities for use. The congregation may join in singing the refrains, using the congregational page provided. If available, the three handbells will be a ...
This set of four pieces is part of the We Sing the World Round series. The titles in the set are: "Come, Let Us Eat" (Liberia); "Many and Great, O God' (Dakota Indian); "The King of Glory Comes" (Isra...
CGA623 Listen, Shepherds, Listen
Here is a versatile and appealing Christmas anthem for two part voices (any combination). Voicing: 2-part/unison with keyboard Composer: Carolee R. Curtright Text: Carolee R. Curtright
CGA624 Prepare the Way of the Lord
This music is the closing section of Mozart's "Veni Sancte Spiritus K. 47" Mozart was twelve years old when he completed this composition in Vienna in 1768. A great piece for the second Sunday of Adve...
CGA625 Sing, Dance, Clap Your Hands
Harriet Ziegenhals has given us a happy, vibrant anthem for unison voices with keyboard and optional descant. The music is based on a memorable Hebrew folk melody. Voicing: Unison with keyboard and ...
Written for SA or SATB voices, here is a lilting Christmas anthem which is appropriate for children's or youth choirs. The tenor part, with its limited vocal range, is written with consideration of ch...
Composer Z. Randall Stroope has given us a festive anthem of celebration which is extremely flexible. It may be sung by any combination of voices (in two or three parts), and it may be used as a proce...
CGA631 Venite, Exultemus Domino
This exuberant anthem setting of Psalm 95 alternates between English and Latin phrases of text. It is scored for unison/two part voices with flute (or other C treble instrument) and keyboard. Its vita...
CGA632 God Our Maker, Give Us Peace
The attractive and accessible music of this anthem is paired with a fresh and meaningful text by Helen Stensrud. The timely anthem is a prayer for peace in our world, and is written in language childr...
Here is a rhythmic setting of an attractive but lesser-known African American spiritual for voices and piano. It is suggested that the second vocal part be sung by a small group. The text tells the st...
This flowing anthem for unison voices with keyboard and optional flute will be an attractive addition to the Advent repertoire. Voicing: Unison with keyboard and optional flute Composer: Charlotte...
CGA635 Hush, My Babe, Lie Still and Slumber
This haunting Christmas lullaby for unison voices with keyboard is based on a Kentucky folk tune. Voicing: Unison Composer: Jody W. Lindh Text: Jody W. Lindh, Issac Watts
CGA636 The Snow Lay on the Ground
This bright, joyous setting of the traditional English carol can be sung as a combined (unison and SATB) choir piece, or by either unison or SATB choir alone. The happy accompaniment adds much vitalit...
CGA642 Bring Peace to Our World
John Horman's flowing anthem is written for unison/two part voices with narrator, C treble instrument, and keyboard. As the title would suggest, it is a prayer for peace in our world. As the choir sin...
CGA643 I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say
Here is a reflective setting of the Thomas Tallis hymntune, "Third Mode Melody", for unison voices with an optional descant (voices or C treble instrument). Organ is the preferred accompaniment instru...
From the pen of Hal Hopson comes a joyful, lilting arrangement of the well-known African American spiritual. The text is based on Genesis 22. The spirited piano accompaniment will both support and enh...
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