Fred Bock Publications

The text from Psalm 42, As the Deer pants for water, is often set to music that is joyful. This setting is contemplative, leaning more on the longing aspects of the text. Haunting is the expressive ma...

Organ and brass, what a thrilling cobination. And this fanfare-anthem uses the forces well. Dramatic and powerful, this anthem is an attention getter from start to finish. A general statement of prais...

Organ and brass, what a thrilling cobination. And this fanfare-anthem uses the forces well. Dramatic and powerful, this anthem is an attention getter from start to finish. A general statement of prais...

The words of Chris Anderson and the music of Richard Nichols have graced us with many new hymns. This collection gathers some of the best into a wonderful set.

Paul Sjolund and Fred Bock are two of the great writers from the late 20th century. Originally set for TTBB voices, Richard Nichols has revoiced it for SATB choir. The results are fabulous. A classic...

Paul Sjolund and Fred Bock are two of the great writers from the late 20th century. Originally set for TTBB voices, Richard Nichols has revoiced it for SATB choir. The results are fabulous. A classic...

The Advent text from the 4th century, most commonly used with the DIVINUM MYSTERIUM tune, has been placed with the haunting Celtic hymn tune DOMHNACH TRIONOIDE. Along with the violin obbligato and the...

Because He Lives has become a standard Easter hymn for congregations the world over. Lloyd Larson has done a masterful job of bringing this hymn into the choral anthem format. Not just for Easter, it...

The joy in this anthem emanates from the first note. The song celebrates God's abundant love. It is a song of celebration appropriate for almost any worship service including Palm Sunday and Easter. T...

The joy in this anthem emanates from the first note. The song celebrates God's abundant love. It is a song of celebration appropriate for almost any worship service including Palm Sunday and Easter. T...

Psalm 8 is a glorious song of praise to God. In just the first 4 notes that the choir sings, O Lord, our Lord, you are drawn into this anthem, eager to hear how the phrase will proceed. The ensuing me...

This majestic Easter anthem has been elevated to dramatic regal status by Richard Nichols with a new setting for SAB choir and organ, with optional brass and percussion.

This majestic Easter anthem has been elevated to dramatic regal status by Richard Nichols with a new setting for SAB choir and organ, with optional brass and percussion.

Composer Richard A. Nichols has teamed up with pastor and hymn writer Chris Anderson for a series of meaningful anthems. This latest offering completes the cycle that cover the life of Christ. Poignan...

Casar la melodía Wayfaring Stranger con un texto de comunión funciona de maravilla. La melodía familiar es lastimera y acaricia las palabras con naturalidad. La escritura vocal y el acompañamiento de...

Casar la melodía Wayfaring Stranger con un texto de comunión funciona de maravilla. La melodía familiar es lastimera y acaricia las palabras con naturalidad. La escritura vocal y el acompañamiento de...

A warm, easy-jazz stroll sets the stage for a playful romp with this familiar carol. The setting is also unique and beckoning. The walking bass line keeps pace while harmonic twists and turns that off...

A warm, easy-jazz stroll sets the stage for a playful romp with this familiar carol. The setting is also unique and beckoning. The walking bass line keeps pace while harmonic twists and turns that off...

Here is a modern day hymn with a striking strength and a crisp determination. The 18th century text harkens to a regal quality, and the basic tune is reminiscent of a stately hymn. Combined with the 2...

Here is a modern day hymn with a striking strength and a crisp determination. The 18th century text harkens to a regal quality, and the basic tune is reminiscent of a stately hymn. Combined with the 2...

La melodía de este himno parece una canción popular, y suena como una que ya deberías conocer. La letra es tierna y eleva una sentida ofrenda de alabanza a Dios.

La melodía de este himno parece una canción popular, y suena como una que ya deberías conocer. La letra es tierna y eleva una sentida ofrenda de alabanza a Dios.

This is a hauntingly beautiful anthem. The elegant melody is first stated by the sopranos, but the organ accompaniment is already bringing subtle harmonic shifts that are alluring. The full choir join...

This is a hauntingly beautiful anthem. The elegant melody is first stated by the sopranos, but the organ accompaniment is already bringing subtle harmonic shifts that are alluring. The full choir join...