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...

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.

The lively melodies of this traditional French carol play one with another in a brilliant setting that is perfect for school, church and community choirs. Festive and filled with joy! Available separa...

Here is a sparkling setting of the well-known Christmas carol While By My Sheep that will fill your heart with joy! The famous dynamic contrasts provide a dramatic touch that will enhance every perfor...

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.

Here is the traditional English carol in a colorful setting full of rhythmic and harmonic surprises and playful effects. Easily learned and impressive in performance, your choir and their listeners wi...