Here is a perfect pairing of a popular praise song with what has become a hymn standard of this generation. The blending of these two songs is seamless, almost as if they were meant to be together. Th...
Treasured truths for troubled times. This anthem speaks a word of comfort and assurance to the people of faith. Beautiful melodic contours carry the message forward, while the flowing accompaniment un...
10 friedvolle, mitreißende Hymnenvertonungen, die für Gedenkgottesdienste und allgemeine Gottesdienste geeignet sind.
The traditional Te Deum text from the Latin liturgy is a superb selection for concert and worship settings and from the opening strains of the choral fanfare, this celebratory work is filled with rhyt...
10 timeless songs of faith, masterfully arranged by John Purifoy. Perfect for church services or personal enjoyment.
Uses: Christ the Good Shepherd, Concert, General Scripture: Genesis 22:7, Exodus 12:5, John 1:36 A celebrated poem is given an exquisite treatment in this artful choral offering. The memorable melody...
Adult and youth choirs alike will enjoy John Purifoy's treatment of Darlene Zschech's powerful song of praise and worship. Available separately: SATB, BonusTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:30.
Here is the famous and popular spiritual by Hall Johnson in a new accompanied edition by John Purifoy. Easily-learned and very effective in performance or worship!
Three classic songs of the American west combine in this short medley that is ideal for mixed and male choirs, especially in programs of folk or American themes. Includes: The Old Chisholm Trail; Whoo...
This musical classic has found a new voice with a recent revival on Broadway. Filled with energetic music by Leonard Bernstein and great lyrics by Betty Comden and Adolph Green, the story of moving to...
This Oscar-winning Rodgers and Hammerstein classic was written for the film State Fair in 1945. John Purifoy's well-crafted arrangement is highlighted by warm vocal harmonies and an expressive piano a...
Recently performed by Josh Groban in the role of Anatoly Sergievsky in a rock concert revival of the musical Chess, this inspiring song is simply breathtaking! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, Ch...
Adam Guettel's The Light in the Piazza has been described as a shimmering pearl, and with its soaring melodies and passionate, romantic lyrics, the Tony Award-winning musical richly deserves the accol...
Audiences will thrill to the soaring lines of this beloved ballad from the Broadway masterpiece Finian's Rainbow. Opportunities for artistry abound in this superbly crafted setting for concert choirs...
She's the little girl with the extraordinary voice! This title track from Jackie Evancho's debut album will be a fantastic selection for choirs of all ages, creating a mesmerizing atmosphere that will...
The composer visits the angels' powerful peace on earth proclamation and delivers an anthem of joyous Glorias and whispered prayers for peace. Highly expressive, this anthem has much to engage the sin...
Uses: General, Trinity Sunday Scripture: Exodus 20:2-3; Isaiah 44:24; Mark 12:29-31 One of the great statements of the Christian church, the Nicene Creed, has been artfully adapted and set to glorious...
This buoyant sacred work will be an excellent and accessible work for contest, festival and sacred concert performance, with a rhythmic and lively refrain contrasted with a somewhat more lyrical secti...
Bernsteins Musical-Klassiker hat in letzter Zeit durch Aufführungen auf dem Broadway wieder einen großen Aufschwung genommen. Die energiegeladene Musik, die großartigen Texte von Betty Comden und Adop...
This original work with text from a poem by John Greenleaf Whittier creates a sense of awe as we visualize a flower in the midst of the frozen landscape of winter. Singers will be challenged to shape...
Uses: Palm Sunday, General Worship Scripture: Psalm 24:7-10; Matthew 21:1-9; John 12:12-15 With its majestic opening and conclusion that frame a contrasting legato middle section, this new work from J...
Crisp and refreshing, this anthem begins with a proclamation of Easter joy. The melody and accompaniment are nicely rhythmic, while the harmonies offer some nice surprises. Dynamic!
This classic inspirational song recorded by Steve Green is now available for your choir in an uplifting and stirring treatment by John Purifoy. The text and music become one to express a message of lo...
Uses: Communion, General, Lent Scripture: John 3:16 - Romans 8:3 This anthem joins two beloved traditional pieces into a pleasant amalgamation of hopeful praise. Perhaps the most recognized new testam...
Morning Has Broken, Amazing Grace und andere bekannte und unbekannte Melodien gehen auf frühe amerikanische Volkshymnen zurück, teilweise sogar bis in die Gregorianik des 13. Jahrhunderts. Die Arrange...
In 1866, a women's memorial association in Mississippi tended the graves of Union and Confederate soldiers, treating the dead as equals despite the lingering rancor of war, inspiring this poem by Fran...
This striking setting of the Walt Whitman poem opens with a bugle-like choral call and somber procession, before moving into a more pulsating accompaniment pattern, building to a full-voiced high poin...
This traditional Appalachian folksong has a haunting, modal tonality and a weaving tapestry of accompaniment for a pleasing and accessible concert feature from high school through adult community choi...
In addition to being Richard Rodgers' grandson, Adam Guettel is a gifted composer in his own right! This title song from his Tony Award-winning musical creates a magical aura of love and destiny. Avai...
Four charming Broadway classics combine for a whirl around the dance floor in three quarter time. Well-crafted vocal lines and a buoyant piano accompaniment make this 4-minute medley especially approp...
From Finian's Rainbow, revived on Broadway in 2009, comes one of the score's most famous numbers, here in an expressive a cappella setting. The gently undulating melodies and the heartfelt lyrics crea...
The Broadway musical The Drowsy Chaperone is a delightful show within a show with plenty of catchy 1920s style melodies to keep your toes tapping. This Charleston-flavored song featured Sutton Foster...
Three wonderful American folk hymns are woven together to present a portrait of Christian devotion. A recurring theme is the thread which ties all together. Here's an anthem which is truly creative an...
Celebrate the truth of the resurrection with Risen This Day. Beautifully capturing the many moods of Easter and Lent, Risen This Day proclaims the message in majestic and moving colors. Classic Easter...
Michael W. Smith's Christmas classic pairs Angels We Have Heard on High with a wonderfully original treatment of the angels' message, Gloria in Excelsis Deo! Beginning quietly with the Gloria lyrics,...
This modern praise song is quickly becoming embraced by congregations of all styles and ages. The lyrics describe the timeless element of God's Word and will provide an inspirational moment to a varie...
Uses: Pentecost, Revival Scripture: Luke 3:22; Romans 5:5 Animated by a distinguishing piano pattern, this quickly learned paean for Pentecost is a celebrative invitation to worship in spirit and intr...
John Ness Beck's Upon This Rock for Orchestra, arranged by John Purifoy. Instrumental pack (includes parts for Flute, Oboe, F Horn, Bb Trumpet 1, 2 & 3, Trombone, Tuba, Timpani, Violin 1 &2, Viola, Ce...
Traditional Latin lyrics combine with contemporary jazz harmonies and a very singable melody to produce an irresistible choral showcase for concert or pop choirs! Sure to be a singer and audience favo...
With words by Oliver Wendell Holmes, commissioned for the National Peace Jubilee held in Boston in 1869, and original, uplifting music, this work speaks to a nation's desire for healing and reconcilia...
A whirling, swirling dance of snow is depicted in this buoyant original work for treble voices. This minor key selection offers both challenge and reward for trebles in high school or advanced middle...
The reflective, melancholy poem by Sara Teasdale creates a quiet meditative mood in this accessible work for SSA choirs. The wonderful imagery of this concert selection make it an excellent contrast w...
This expressive anthem presents the story of the Nativity through Mary's eyes, but foreshadows the journey to the cross that is to come. It is set in a reflective minor tonality and a gently rocking 6...
A sense of awe and mystery is depicted in the text and music of this original work as well as our unique connection to nature, the earth, the sun and the movement of the spheres. Although not specific...
This original work reflects upon the famous rocky slopes and dramatic scenery of Scotland's Isle of Skye and the story of Bonnie Prince Charlie. With a folk-like quality and flute obbligato, this is a...
Simplicity and reverence mark this setting of the requiem, alternating with both Latin and English texts. Accessible to many choirs, this work establishes an atmosphere of gentle devotion and is appro...
Opening with swirling, undulating accompaniment and minor harmonies, this setting of Shakespeare's famous text from As You Like It then moves to a festive major key with the Heigh, ho, the holly secti...
The delicate nuance of the Chopin-esque accompaniment provides the perfect support to the expressive melodic phrases in this lovely work with text by the American poet Nathaniel Hawthorne. Available s...
Here is famous Daffodils text by William Wordsworth in a sweeping and romantic setting for concert choirs, strophic with a contrasting middle section. An excellent festival or contest selection featur...
Spanish is truly the language of love! Singers from high school and up will embrace this smooth original Latin ballad with a text that expresses the deepest feelings of the heart: You are my inspirati...
The pairing of Lenny LeBlanc's There is None Like You with the Laurie Klein classic I Love You Lord, provides a moving anthem of adoration and praise. Available for SATB, SAB and SSA. Instrumental ePa...
Beautiful choral textures and clean musical lines give special appeal to this treasured folksong setting. The optional cello adds richness! Available for SATB, SAB and SSA. Performance Time: Approx. 3...
Hear the gentle undulation of the river in the piano accompaniment of this lyrical folksong setting. The full choral textures are enhanced by surprise modulations that bring a refreshing perspective t...
This expressive setting of three favorite spirituals begins reflectively and gradually builds into full sonorities, then moves to a hushed conclusion. Great for developing a sense of phrasing and line...
Ken Burns' powerful PBS Series The War, featured this contemporary song by Gene Scheer, beautifully performed by Norah Jones. The lyrics speak to the sacrifice, selflessness and bravery of the men and...
Combining the famous English folk tune The Water Is Wide, with new lyrics, this expressive original work features smooth, flowing lines and an inspirational message. When peace shall come like early s...
The beauty and tenderness of this Celtic Woman song speaks to the love between two people and their gratefulness for each other. In the morning when you rise, I bless the sun, I bless the skies. I ble...
Beautiful legato call and response harmonies, lush suspensions and a flowing piano accompaniment will make this piece a joy to rehearse and program for contest and concert. The Latin text will be easi...
A brilliant choral fanfare, this vibrant work resounds with rhythmic energy and joy. A marvelous opener for concert performances! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA. Duration: ca. 2:00.
Here is a wonderful arrangement of the haunting Appalachian song by John Jacob Niles. An excellent selection for concert and festival, it includes an optional flute obbligato.
From the beloved John Jacob Niles songbook comes this treasured song, now arranged in a reflective choral setting ideal for contest or concert performances.
This classic text finds a new home in this melodic and flowing John Purifoy setting. Duration: 3:10.
This standard hymn text is given a fresh treatment here by John Purifoy. Flowing lines and beautiful harmonies will make this a memorable experience for your choir. Duration: ca. 2:15.
Uses: General, Christ the King Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9; Joshua 22:5; I John 5:1-5 A rich hymn text is the backdrop for this anthem of devotion from John Purifoy. The opening may be sung a cappell...
Uses: General, All Saints, Heaven Scripture: John 14:1-6; I Corinthians 2:7-9 John Purifoy has interwoven three classic folk hymns into an Americana-styled tapestry of song! Your choir is going to lov...
Compelling dissonances and a quiet meditative mood combine with the expressive lyrics to paint a picture of winter. Singers and audiences will enjoy the wonderful imagery of this concert selection.
The writing team of John Purifoy and Pamela Stewart have crafted a brief work for Maundy Thursday or Good Friday, suitable for use as a Tenebrae service. Told from the historical perspective of the Go...
Mixed choirs in school and community will enjoy this evocative work with a text by Sara Teasdale that sings of the beauty and wildness of nature. Dynamic range and a rich supportive accompaniment make...
Uses: All Saints, Concert, General Scripture: Isaiah 25:8-12; Matthew 7:13-15; John 14:2-4; Colossians 3:1-7 This hopeful medley places two spirituals side by side for an upbeat unique choral anthem....
Two American folk classics are combined in this fresh setting that will be easy to learn and fun to perform! With a spinning wheel like accompaniment, harmonic surprises and a contrasting a cappella s...
This Appalachian folk melody for mixed voices and piano counterpoints with the plaintive cello obbligato to create a setting of deep expression and moving emotion. Stunning! Available separately: SATB...
With lyrics reflecting upon the famous words from Lincoln's first and second inaugural addresses, this work challenges us to a higher moral ideal. Inspirational! Optional orchestration makes this work...
Uses: Communion, Holy Week Scripture: Matthew 26:26-30; Luke 22:17-20; I Corinthians 11:23-29 Prepare the hearts of both the choir and congregation for the Communion table with this song of quiet refl...
Uses: General, Communion Scripture: John 3:16-17; Romans 8:28-39; Ephesians 3:16-19 Kurt Kaiser's time-honored chorus is skillfully interwoven with a Charles Wesley hymn text, creating a useable anthe...
