John Leavitt

An important biblical parable comes to life in this traditional spiritual. Thoughtfully arranged, this tune in minor is singular in its sound and the text is ideal for those Sundays with readings rela...

A classical music standard from Mozart's Exsultate, Jubilate leaps from the concert stage to the choir loft in this tasteful adaptation. Rich with energetic gesture, this song of unbounded praise over...

From the Bound for Glory collection, this highly recognized spiritual carries in its essence the longing for peace and rest. The bittersweet spirit is front and center in an arrangement replete with l...

From the cantata Calvary's Mountain comes this perennial favorite adorned with gracious writing. Directors will enjoy the quick learning curve on this well-crafted choral, which delivers a fullness of...

The sacred evergreen ELLACOMBE is given festive clothing in this arrangement of a Palm Sunday must-do! Multigenerational in scope, music ministry and congregation come together as one for a unique wor...

The sacred evergreen ELLACOMBE is given festive clothing in this arrangement of a Palm Sunday must-do! Multigenerational in scope, music ministry and congregation come together as one for a unique wor...

From the sprightly opening gesture of the introduction, this anthem reaches out to delight and invigorate. The main theme is the familiar DIX tune, creatively joined with an alternate text to offer a...

From the sprightly opening gesture of the introduction, this anthem reaches out to delight and invigorate. The main theme is the familiar DIX tune, creatively joined with an alternate text to offer a...

John Leavitt has created a cantata designed for Lent and Holy Week. Titles include: What Wondrous Love Is This, Were You There, Surely He Has Borne Our Griefs, Alas! And Did My Savior Bleed and Jesus...

One of today's most popular talents on both the school and church music scenes has arranged Mozart's beloved AVE VERUM CORPUS for two-part voices. Although scored for treble voices, performance would...

A contemporary orchestration and a men's voicing have been newly added to this, the opening movement from John Leavitt's Missa Festiva. Lyrical lines and flowing phrases throughout.

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...

This lyrical and emotional setting by John Leavitt creates a harmonic tapestry that perfectly matches the text of unknown origin: Do not stand at my grave and weep. I am not there, I do not sleep, Cre...

This lyrical and emotional setting by John Leavitt creates a harmonic tapestry that perfectly matches the text of unknown origin: Do not stand at my grave and weep. I am not there, I do not sleep, Cre...

From the cantata Hodie!, this wonderful setting of the traditional French carol will add sparkle to any concert! Available: SATB, 2-Part. Performance Time: Approx. 2:15.

This exuberant concert work features the dramatic Walt Whitman text and a magnificent musical setting by John Leavitt. Available: SATB, SSA, ShowTrax Cassette, Concert Band Accompaniment, String Pak....

Israel's national song is presented here in a masterful setting by John Leavitt, unfolding in a rich and sonorous musical outpouring supported by a rich accompaniment. Available: SATB, SAB, SSA, Instr...

This 14th-century German carol text sparkles in a joyful John Leavitt setting. Optional percussion and string bass. Available: SATB, SAB, SA/SSA, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:35.

The beloved American hymn in a graceful and inspired setting includes an inspirational quotation by Abraham Lincoln. This arrangement by John Leavitt is ideal for many concert occasions. Available for...