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Douglas McEwen has edited this anthem by 18th century composer G. B. Pergolesi that contains text in both Latin and English. It is ideally suitable for the junior choir of the church.

This satisfying piece containing the English translation by the editor is easy for adult choirs and is of medium difficulty for youth choirs.

A popular arrangement of the dearly loved hymn

This rousing setting of Walt Whitman's poetry is most suitable for youth chorus

Written specifically for SAB voices, this setting of the Walt Whitman text is very popular for contests and festivals.

A sprightly song of praise and Thanksgiving for youth choir

An accessible song of encouragement for junior high or high school

With brass ensemble and selected percussion, this anthem provides a rousing climax for celebration or festival occasions. Written with a large choral group in mind, it also stands well on its own with...

The use of three hymns tunes (Zundel, Prichard, and Converse) helps to focus attention on the familiar words of this meditative piece, these would be good for communion or any prayerful situation.

A song of thanks for nature that is fairly easy for junior high or high school age choirs.

Arranged for SSATB with keyboard

Arranged for SATB with keyboard

An easy concert setting of a traditional carol with a vaguely medieval feel

Lively setting of a traditional, but not so well known carol. It grows from unison, to four-part, to four-part round, to eight-part cascade.

Light, with a little bounce, this easy secondary piece provides gentle and introspective thought about the glories of the universe.

A smooth and dreamy piece about a place 'where I can just be me'

This would make a good beginning or ending for the middle-school spring concert. A bit of attention to rhythm and diction will pay big dividends!

An easy, tuneful piece to close a concert or the school year

This is a nice variation on the well-known tale

A beautiful anthem setting of this well-loved hymn

A lively 'angel chorus' piece that dictates news of great joy!

This anthem should be approached with a great deal of imagination, with the mood being carefully sustained throughout. Composer K. Lee Scott has written this piece for mixed voices (SATB) with keyboar...

This anthem, written by Robert M. Olson for mixed voices (SATB) with keyboard accompaniment, is suitable for a medium adult choir.

Robert Shaw himself has said of composer Alice Parker that '...she possesses a rare and creative musical intelligence. ' This lively anthem for mixed voices is an excellent example of Parker's musical...

Composer David Schwoebel has arranged this old hymn to emphasize the spirited enthusiasm that arises when a soul's prayer is answered. This anthem for mixed voices (SATB) and keyboard accompaniment sh...