John Parker

This original Communion anthem gently urges the community of believers to be of one heart and mind around the table of the Lord. Tender and inviting, we are called together to remember our Lord's sacr...

There is unbounded joy in the lilting qualities of this 6/8 anthem of praise. In this new work, Pethel and Parker acclaim God's strength, power, and glory as the animator of our faith, worship and pur...

Uses: Holy Week, Good Friday Scripture: Mark 15:21-32 Thoughtfully rendered, this new devotional anthem is a personal statement of faith, as well as a beautiful piece of music. Simple yet highly expre...

This exquisite text is set for SSA voices and includes long, glorious lines of vocal beauty in unison, 2-part and 3-part singing. Perfect for winter concerts, the text also lends itself to any festiva...

A tale of the sea and unrequited love is artfully set here for SSA voices. This original poem is a bittersweet cry of the heart and is supported by an impressionistic piano accompaniment. The Mermaid'...

This contemporary winter choral brings a fresh approach to the genre. A lyrical minor-key verse, which becomes a canon the second time, sharply contrasts with the bright, uplifting chorus. Refreshing.

As dew belongs to morning, and stars belong to night this graceful women's choral likens elements of nature to the strength of love. The romantic melody and three-part sonorities are not difficult to...

A poignant original text is beautifully harmonized for women's voices in this tender choral. Gentle dissonances and suspensions, as well as expressive dynamics, lend themselves to an emotive, sensitiv...

A poignant original text is beautifully harmonized for women's voices in this tender choral. Gentle dissonances and suspensions, as well as expressive dynamics, lend themselves to an emotive, sensitiv...

From the captivating opening through the powerful finish, this song will inspire greatness in your singers. Rhythmic intensity drives the piece and an uplifting text speaks to the dreamer in each of u...

From the captivating opening through the powerful finish, this song will inspire greatness in your singers. Rhythmic intensity drives the piece and an uplifting text speaks to the dreamer in each of u...

This contemporary winter choral brings a fresh approach to the genre. A lyrical minor-key verse, which becomes a canon the second time, sharply contrasts with the bright, uplifting chorus. Refreshing.

This contemporary winter choral brings a fresh approach to the genre. A lyrical minor-key verse, which becomes a canon the second time, sharply contrasts with the bright, uplifting chorus. Refreshing.

There is a moment of stillness just before snow falls, when the barren earth lies in wait. That point in time is strikingly captured and depicted in this ethereal contemporary choral. An exquisite pia...

There is a moment of stillness just before snow falls, when the barren earth lies in wait. That point in time is strikingly captured and depicted in this ethereal contemporary choral. An exquisite pia...

O Peace of Christ is a gentle, cyclical prayer with wide chords supported by a folk-like melody. The expressive text is a plea for comfort and inner peace. With organ or piano accompaniment, this love...

John Parker and David Lantz expressively articulate the true emotion and meaning of communion in this fine new anthem. In this thoughtful SATB setting, the worshipper is described as 'the empty cup fo...

This choral is a pleasing mixture of old and new material gathered around the timeless themes of grace and mercy. There is also a communion text for use during Lord's Supper commemorations. The winsom...

Utilizing all the resources of your music program, this festive anthem speaks to the very foundations of our faith. Hayes calls upon children and youth choirs, along with handbells, to declare the wor...

Blizzard! is an expressive choral depicting a coming snowstorm! Sung in a brisk 6/8 meter with articulation, dynamic contrast, and a very expressive piano accompaniment, the listener easily imagines t...

Blizzard! is an expressive choral depicting a coming snowstorm! Sung in a brisk 6/8 meter with articulation, dynamic contrast, and a very expressive piano accompaniment, the listener easily imagines t...

Uses: General, Lent Scripture: Psalm 55:22: I Peter 5:7 Now available for women's voices! From the initial sounds of a beloved spiritual to the jazzy original tune that forms the body of the piece, th...

Four children are on a modern day treasure hunt looking for the five core truths of faith as expressed by Martin Luther (ala the Reformation). While celebrating the Reformation's anniversary - 500 yea...