For Eastertide, Ascensiontide, or all year, Howard Helvey’s new offering is based on the composer’s own original hymn tune. The themes of love, light, outreach, mission and more are present in this lyrical anthem.
This anthem opens with a driving energy, capturing the celebratory occasion of Palm Sunday. The (optional) hushed a cappella section provides a wonderful contrast leading back to a reprise of the opening theme. The anthem then drives to a satisfying flourish. Exciting!
Incorporating a classic spiritual with an inspired and beautiful new text, this anthem is a perfect choice for Good Friday. Rich choral scoring is underscored with solid piano writing to create an unforgettable moment of remembrance.
This expressive anthem is based on a passage from the Gospel of Matthew. Opening with a gently rocking piano accompaniment, the choir follows with a comforting melody and message. From the “Ready, Set, Sing!” series, this anthem is easily prepared but beautifully effective.
An exquisite new offering from Howard Helvey! The text is general enough to be appropriate during most of the liturgical year, but the resurrection imagery makes the anthem especially suitable during Eastertide. It is also fitting for All Saints’, Missions emphasis, or times when the role of music in worship is celebrated. Features optional congregational […]