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This serene, reflective anthem is a rich addition to the Choral Evensong repertoire. Chilcott artfully entwines an original setting of William Fuller's 'Evening Hymn', most famously set by Henry Purce...

This three-part hymn of thanksgiving is predominantly homophonic and more reminiscent of Lassus's madrigal style. The use of short note values and syncopation brings life and energy to the piece befor...

This attractive setting of Reginald Heber's 1811 hymn for Epiphany was originally published as part of The New Oxford Easy Anthem Book. Bullard brilliantly captures the mood of the text through varied...

This invigorating arrangement of a well-loved hymn is the ideal choice for services and concerts throughout the year. Cleverly balancing full harmonies with accessible vocal lines, Mack Wilberg offers...

A very approachable service setting that alternates plainchant verses for single groups of voices with imitative modal verses for full choir, all subtly supported by a simple organ accompaniment. This...

Locus iste is an atmospheric setting of a well-known Latin text. With an ever-changing time signature, Todd's writing is gentle but effective; the mysterious piano accompaniment combined with the diss...

This setting of St Benedict's 6th-century prayer begins with a gentle recurring figure in the keyboard, building to a rousing climax. The primarily homophonic texture allows the timeless text to shine...

This popular movement from John Rutter's Requiem is presented here separately, with the accompaniment arranged for organ.

The choral writing in this traditional hymn arrangement is typically straightforward but hugely effective.

Wilberg's arrangement of the American hymn His eye is on the sparrow is meditative and melodic, filled with unison lines and simple, but rich harmonies. This lilting setting opens with verses for unis...

Not to be confused with Rutter's own composition, Christ the Lord is risen again, published as part of the John Rutter Anniversary Edition. With an exciting introductory fanfare composed by Rutter, th...

Pilgrim Song is a powerful and heartfelt arrangement of a traditional American tune and lyrics. Words on the glory of heaven and the risen life are set to a lilting melody, sung by different sections...

Mack Wilberg's arrangement of 'Brother James's Air' has been recorded on the Mormon Tabernacle Choir's CD, Heavensong:Music of contemplation and light. The arrangement is stunning and can be performed...

A setting of the hymn Samanthra, this piece combines the original tune's simplicity with rich musical texture and majesty - the hallmarks of Wilberg's style. Orchestral material is available on hire/r...

This Easter anthem is a triumphant setting of words by Edmund Spenser and St John Damascene, featuring joyful choral parts, and ending with a new harmonization of the Easter hymn tune 'Ellacombe', wit...

This original hymn is touching and lyrical, with unison first and second verses blossoming into four-part writing in the third verse. It may be performed as either a congregational hymn (a congregatio...

Uses Latin and English (Rite A) texts.

Opening out from a lyrical exchange between unison lower and upper voices, this anthem is based around a John Tauler poem rich in metaphorical language that reflects on the protagonist's relationship...

This reflective setting of verses from Psalm 139 was composed in memory of George Guest and first performed by the choir of St John's College, Cambridge, on Ash Wednesday, 2007. The work makes a highl...

This is John Rutter's first setting of the Magnificat and Nunc dimittis texts. The Magnificat features rippling organ syncopations, contrasting textures, and an emphatic Gloria. The Nunc dimittis is t...

Setting a text by the composer, this choral hymn addresses God, the risen Christ, and the Holy Spirit in turn, with a strong sense of worship and adoration. With an appealing melody, sumptuous harmoni...

A favourite text and tune of singers and listeners alike, this festival hymn is given new life in this upbeat 7/8 setting. The central section is legato and chorale-like, making for a beautiful contra...

This is No. 4 of Four American Folk Hymns which draw on the rich folk traditions of New England and rural Southern United States. Mack Wilberg has taken a low-key approach in his arrangements allowing...

This American folk hymn captures the optimism and strength of the early pioneers through musical textures and sounds of the old west. This is a joy to perform, especially as the rhythm becomes syncopa...

A lyric and serene sacred song, foreshadowing the mood of the Requiem.