John Leavitt Chornoten

Capturing the varying moods and colors of Passion Week, Lenten Canticles contains classic, well-known Lenten texts and melodies seamlessly woven together with the spoken word. Leavitt puts his inimita...

A beloved seasonal melody is given an sparkling makeover in this festive octavo! Leaping and dancing effortlessly from the page to the listener's heart, this elegant choral makes a jubilant addition t...

Commissioned by the First United Methodist Church in Huntsville, Alabama, Leavitt's setting features adult, youth and children's choirs with organ, brass, percussion and handbells. This carefully desi...

This popular contemporary Jewish song is masterfully set by John Leavitt. As the simple, memorable Hebrew chorus is restated, the music unfolds in a rich and sonorous outpouring, supported by the auth...

In this setting, John Leavitt gives new life to a beloved hymn standard. You will find this warm setting appropriate for a variety of services including memorials where the choir is asked to sing. Ava...

John Leavitt's original composition for orchestra will make for a lively and upbeat prelude or instrumental moment in worship.

Uses: Call to Worship, General, Creation Scripture: Exodus 20:11; Psalm 149 Master musical craftsman John Leavitt has set this traditional hymn text to a new uplifting tune. The rhythmic vitality is e...

John Leavitt has taken a familiar melody and paired it with an earnest and pleading lyric to create this moving anthem. The English Horn part adds to both the listening and singing experience. Availab...

John Leavitt's setting of this classic text is both bright and rhythmic, making for an energetic moment of choral praise. The optional instrumentation will add flair and depth. Available separately: S...

Through the Eyes of a Child is a song cycle for singers and listeners, both young and old. Whimsy and enchantment are reflected in A Girl's Garden (Robert Frost), The Bells (Edgar Allan Poe), and Betw...

Available separately: SATB, ChoirTrax CD. Score and parts (hrpchd, tpt 1-3, timp, ob 1-2, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a Printed Edition. Duration: ca. 2:10.

Triumphant and dynamic, John Leavitt's bold setting of this popular text will make for an exciting moment of worship for any choir and congregation. Available separately: SATB, ChoirTrax CD. Score and...

Alternating between a dance-like 6/8 and a more tranquil 2/2 meter, this buoyant setting of the Gloria of the Latin mass is a fresh and contemporary work that will absolutely delight your audience! Wh...

This setting of Cesar Franck's exquisite Latin hymn will enhance many concerts with a high, floating solo supported by rich choral harmony accompanied by keyboard or the optional oboe, harp and string...

This prayer is a buoyant and uplifting plea to God for Him to hear our words of adoration and our cry for guidance. Available separately: SATB, ChoirTrax CD. Score and parts (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, p...

Leavitt's setting of this Early American tune is full of color and contrast and will make for a memorable worship or concert moment. Available separately: SATB, ChoirTrax CD. Score and parts (fl 1-2,...