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This poignant motet 'based on a traditional Negro melody' from the composer's personal collection sets a well-known hymn by Henry Hart Milman. The unknown pentatonic melody is reminiscent of a spiritu...

A highly original and effective concert setting of the Latin Missa brevis in which the various movements embrace a variety of jazz styles. The characterful piano accompaniment can be played as written...

This piece is one of the finest compositions for viola by one of the instrument's greatest players. It is luxuriant in melodic inventions and startlingly beautiful in its instrumental colours. The pia...

A Light in the Stable tells the Christmas story through a blend of original settings and well-known carols, and is suitable for both concert and church choirs. This work is perfect for anyone looking...

Archer's setting of Timothy Dudley-Smith's A sound of singing fills the air is joyful and uplifting, with a charming melody and warm harmonies. Heralding the birth of Jesus with its jubilant 'gloria'...

A festal setting of this familiar tune, imposing and exciting but not difficult, with a few thrillingly unexpected harmonies and modulations. Score and parts for brass and percussion are available on...

This radiant anthem was commissioned for the celebrations for Her Majesty's Diamond Jubilee. Todd employs arching melodies and beautifully simple harmonies, underpinned by a gentle organ accompaniment...

This cheery carol was originally published in the collection Carols for Choirs 5. The important and uplifting message of Longfellow's text is reflected in Ledger's classic and perfectly balanced chora...

This joyful new setting of the traditional English words combines dancing cross-rhythms, exuberant melodic writing, and a sparkling organ part. Guaranteed to put a smile on the faces of audiences and...

Opening with a simplicity and innocence created by the unison theme, this anthem's textures gradually evolve as the other voices make their entries.

A radiant original setting of familiar words, this carol displays Todd's characteristically emotive harmonic language. The arching melodies will soon become as instinctive as the traditional carol tun...

The four motets in this set are adapted from Bob Chilcott's large-scale choral work, Salisbury Vespers, premiered in Salisbury Cathedral in May 2009. The motets can be performed as a set or individual...

Walk softly is an inspiring setting of an early Shaker text. It is woven from the simplest of musical elements and imbued with a quiet but incandescent fervour. With its combination of approachable ch...

Experience uplifting choral music full of brilliance and energy: 'Gloria 1' from Oxford University Press presents the electrifying first movement of the celebrated choral masterpiece as a practical st...

Bring festive splendour and uplifting choral harmonies to your next church service or concert with "All Creatures of our God and King". As the second movement from the acclaimed collection 'Two Hymns...

This luscious arrangement opens with a wind and brass introduction. A flowing, gently rocking string background sets off the vocal line in the altos while the rest of the chorus sings 'oohs'. This mak...

Mack Wilberg has used his compositional craftsmanship to create this memorable arrangement suitable for performance throughout the liturgical year.

Inspired by the simple directness of William Chatterton Dix's vivid text, the composer explores the breadth of the choral canvas in this expressive carol, which is also available in a version for uppe...

Originally published in The Ivy and the Holly, this setting of Antiphon to Mary is full of sustained and beautifully expressive melodies supported by an atmospheric organ part, creating a mesmerizing...

Originally published in Bob Chilcott Anthems 1, this setting of the well-known text is uplifting in spirit, with flowing melodies and a supportive organ accompaniment. It is also available in a versio...