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Never has a Fanny Crosby text found such a tasty groove. The musical setting is so fresh, the fact that the text is from the 19th century may go unnoticed. This general song of praise can be sung at a...

Nick Strimple has composed a an elegant new tune for a familiar text. This advent hymn solo flows with grace and a very playable organ accompaniment.

Nick Strimple has composed a an elegant new tune for a familiar text. This setting of Psalm 51 is very playable on the organ.

Now available for SATB and with a full orchestra accompaniment, this energetic and descriptive work will create a vivid and celebratory atmosphere in performance.

Now available for SATB and with a full orchestra accompaniment, this energetic and descriptive work will create a vivid and celebratory atmosphere in performance.

This joyful piece was the theme song for a festival in Indonesia, then revised for an online video during the Covid-19 pandemic. Originating in the Philippines, it quickly became a popular song of hop...

This joyful piece was the theme song for a festival in Indonesia, then revised for an online video during the Covid-19 pandemic. Originating in the Philippines, it quickly became a popular song of hop...

God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen receives an audacious overhaul in this enjoyable, new treatment. Some surprising syncopations and delightful detours open up into glorious sounds and vivacious fun. A grea...

Ever want to poke fun at the madrigal style - especially at Christmas time? This is an excellent teaser for the chamber choir that sings all over town at Christmas. All the parts stake their claim and...

Respected scholar Peter Aston has created the definitive edition for the Christmas Cantata (BWV 142) long attributed to Bach. Returning to the original source manuscripts, Dr. Aston has not only provi...

Respected scholar Peter Aston has created the definitive edition for the Christmas Cantata (BWV 142) long attributed to Bach. Returning to the original source manuscripts, Dr. Aston has not only provi...

A beautiful hymn-solo, Trenny's setting brings depth and dignity to a song that is already a classic in churches everywhere. The word child and light in the title prepare you for the inspiration and t...

The lyrics comes from Ralph Waldo Emerson, a prayer of thanks for God's creation. David von Kampen's music is as fresh as the morning, gentle and beckoning. It sets a pleasant mood, and lifts our hear...

Psalm 27 is a favorite; from the light to the wait, the positive promises, the assurance of God's presence, are all written in the beauty of the psalmist's poetry. Memley's setting supports the words...

Based on Cor. 13, Allan Petker has developed a new text and tune that is simple and profound. The memorable melody delicately flows in support of the text and eventually concludes in a most satisfying...

Combining Jesus Loves Me with O Love That Will Not Let Me Go, Allan Petker has brought two great classic hymns together. The traditional melodies remain unaltered, but the twists to the harmonic accom...

From the Book of Common Prayer comes a supplication of gratefulness for all that God has provided. Memley's setting is immediately captivating. A strong melody and fulfilling accompaniment make this a...

For years Jude Roldan has been composing music for the world-famous children's choir that his wife conducts, Hail Mary the Queen Children's Choir. Although often based on sacred words as is common in...

The poem is attributed to Leonardo da Vinci and it is one of hope and possibility. Jonathan Adams gives flight to the words with an animated accompaniment and an opening choral fanfare. An excellent g...

From the sensual biblical book, the Song of Solomon, Debra Scroggins creates a sonorous love song. The Hebrew text is matched with harmonies indicative of the Jewish culture. A lamenting oboe obbligat...

This song sings its message loud and clear: singing in a choir teaches community. Children love the message and how the tunes work together, musically illustrating the point. Great for children's choi...

Here is a cheerful song that celebrates life in metaphor with the seasons. The melodies are logical and cascade easily in canon. Decorated by an optional flute obbligato and simple parts for mallet in...

Written for the honor choirs of southeast Minnesota, this is a joyful and dignified piece. The poem by Edna St. Vincent Millay expresses an appreciation for life, for its simple pleasures of nature an...

Originally released as a 2-part piece, this selection continues to be one of the most popular in the Pavane catalog. This new voicing celebrates the same metamorphosis from fall into winter but arrang...

Nicholas Ryan Kelly, an emerging composer, was introduced to Pavane Publishing through his winning composition in the North Dakota State Edwin Fissinger competition. This new piece demonstrates his sk...