John A. Behnke

Der Text ist eine Kombination von Bibelversen aus Johannes 21 und Johannes 4, wo Jesus seine Jünger auffordert, seine Schafe zu weiden. Eine Option für Kinderstimmen macht diese Hymne für viele versch...

This collection of hymn harmonizations is designed to assist the church organist in enhancing hymn singing by offering multiple hymn settings, which allow for variational creativity in hymn playing.

Similar to Volume 1, this collection of hymn harmonizations offers multiple settings of 15 hymn tunes to be used with congregational singing, as either hymn introductions or reharmonizations.

A memorable earworm countermelody unifies three stanzas of the familiar hymn tune, BROTHER JAMES' AIR. In the middle minor section, the melody moves to the bass against thumb-damped treble chords. The...

Three movements are presented, each based on a familiar hymntune melody: Hyfrydol, Nun danket alle Gott, and Hymn to Joy. The three preludes can certainly be used separately in worship, but also funct...

A reimagining of the time-honored hymn, this soaring paean of praise is a beautiful testament to God's redemptive grace. Well-balanced choral writing showcases the choir in a variety of artful colors...

This fresh new gospel-styled anthem calls out as an invitation to the walk of faith. A celebration of unity and promise, the Liberian song reminds us that Jesus is always with us and that we will endu...

A joyful worship song, this engaging call to faithfulness is an easy sing, yet filled with expressive choral writing. Perfect as an introit or anthem, your choir can share this message year round. An...

A joyful worship song, this engaging call to faithfulness is an easy sing, yet filled with expressive choral writing. Perfect as an introit or anthem, your choir can share this message year round. An...

Flowing with graceful melodic contours and refined phrases, this expressive invocation to the Holy Spirit is ideal for Pentecost. An exquisite a cappella verse is a wonderful contrast to the unison an...

Eine fröhliche Vertonung von Psalm 47. Geeignet für Chöre aller Größen.

Ein festliches Concertato über die Hymne LAUDES DOMINI, das eine Melodie von Edvard Grieg enthält.

This collection follows the format of the previous two volumes and includes 18 dynamic hymn harmonizations. By providing multiple hymn settings for each tune, allowing for variation and creativity in...

Wonderful Easter piece that incorporates Go to Dark Gethsemane and Christ the Lord Is Risen Today; incorporates optional narration based in part on Luke 24; developing choir will enjoy preparing this...

GREENSLEEVES, that beautiful and wistful tune here carries the title of the text most associated with it 'What Child Is This?'. A dotted-rhythm motif dominates the introductory material then hands off...

A lively tempo, staccato techniques such as thumb damps, martellatos, and mallets on tabled bells, and jumpy rhythms characterize this arrangement of the Welsh traditional tune. This one is a great wa...

This fun, fresh handbell piece features percussion to add to the charm of the traditional Jamaican folk tune. Set for 3-5 octave handbells, Behnke's arrangement incorporates several dotted rhythms to...

The familiar Caribbean tune 'Halle, Halle, Hallelujah' is cast with an infectious syncopated rhythm in this John Behnke setting for 3-5 octaves. The arrangement begins in the key of F and rises to con...

Based on the South-African tune 'Siyahamba, ' this bright handbell arrangement will get congregations marching in their seats. Uplifting and jubilant, 'We Are Marching...' is sure to be a memorable fa...

This setting of HYMN TO JOY by John A. Behnke features a unique middle section which highlights the famous melody on optional handchimes riding above the dotted rhythm accompaniment played by thumb da...

Score and Parts (tpt 1-2, tbn 1-2, tba, timp) available as a digital download.