Augsburg Fortress

What Joyous Song Unfolding

A gently contoured melody uplifts the poetry of Susan Cherwien in this graceful anthem by Zebulon Highben. The music is largely 2-part mixed with an expressive SATB a cappella third stanza.

Voicing: SATB, Org
Difficulty: Medium
Use: Creation; General; Praise & Thanksgiving

Lord Jesus, You Shall Be My Song

A gentle and graceful setting of a beloved hymn, perfect for graduations, sendings, anniversaries and ordinations.

Voicing: Organ; SATB/4-part mixed
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Use: General

Christ Is Alive! Let Christians Sing

This majestic Easter anthem resonates the joy of salvation brought through Christ's resurrection. A central slower (largo) section reminds...

Voicing: SATB/4-part mixed
Difficulty: Medium-Difficult

God Alone Be Praised: Ad Lucem

A lyrical and accessible hymn anthem useful for Reformation Day, Christ the King or other church celebrations. This is one of two tunes commissioned by ALCM for its 30th anniversary and the 500th anniversary of the Reformation.

Voicing: Piano; SAB/3-part mixed
Difficulty: Easy
Use: Christ the King; Reformation

9781506447209

Augsburg Chorale Book

This anthology of 29 chorale settings brings choral music based on the great tradition of Reformation chorale tunes to choirs of all sizes and abilities.

Difficulty: Medium; Medium-Difficult
Use: Advent; Christmas; Easter; Lent & Holy Week; Reformation

Mothering God, You Gave Me Birth

An excellent anthem for the small and large choir alike! A vibrant prayer of thanksgiving based on the writings of Julian of Norwich, the piece features ...

Voicing: SAB/3-part mixed
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Use: General

9781451424249

I'm Going on a Journey

For unison choir with optional assembly, this anthem really swings! Optional bass guitar and tenor saxophone add pizzazz and spice. Appropriate for any service...

Voicing: Children's choir; Unison
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Use: Baptism; Confirmation/Affirmation

9780800664022

O God of Light

Zebulon M. Highben has done quite a nice job with the musical setting of this comforting text. Triumphantly telling of God's persistent care and guidance, this piece marches forward...

Voicing: SATB/4-part mixed
Difficulty: Easy-Medium

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God Is Our Refuge

Zebulon Highben makes Psalm 46 come to life with musical text-painting that supports the dramatic shifts in mood within the psalm.

Voicing: SATB, Org
Difficulty: Medium
Use: Confirmation/Affirmation; Psalms; Reformation

God Alone Be Praised: Per Crucem

A noble and triumphant hymn anthem useful for Reformation Day, Christ the King, or other church celebrations. This is one of two tunes commissioned by ALCM for its 30th anniversary and the 500th anniversary of the Reformation.

Voicing: Organ; SATB/4-part mixed
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Use: Christ the King; Reformation

The Lord Shall Come and Not Be Slow

This simple, lyric gem for a cappella choir creates an atmosphere of quiet beauty. With a thoughtful, rich text, this work encourages the listener to prepare for the coming of the Lord. SATB

Voicing: A cappella; SATB/4-part mixed
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Use: Advent

9781451402520

Love Has Come

Written as an easy four-part anthem, this charming piece offers a wide variety of optional instrumental accompaniments and assembly participation. This text is...

Voicing: SATB/4-part mixed
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Use: Christmas

9780800679286

Hymn to Christ the Light

Zebulon Highben's setting of the Charles Wesley text "Christ, whose glory fills the skies" has arching melodic lines and rich harmonic suspensions.

Voicing: A cappella; SATB/4-part mixed
Difficulty: Medium
Use: Christ the King; Epiphany; General; Transfiguration

9781506447315

I Come with Joy

This charming SAB setting by Zebulon M. Highben offers a fresh interpretation of a familiar tune.

Voicing: Organ; SAB/3-part mixed
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Use: General

9781506422060

Now to the Holy Spirit Let Us Pray

This beloved Lutheran chorale is presented in a new concertato setting that is both comforting and bold...

Voicing: Organ; SATB/4-part mixed
Difficulty: Medium
Use: Pentecost; Reformation

9781451492569

My Hope Is Built

This lively arrangement of a Sunday morning favorite takes a varied twist with rhythmic percussion driving the a capella voices. This feel is established early with percussive...

Voicing: A cappella; SATB/4-part mixed
Difficulty: Easy-Medium

9781451462395

Walk with Me

A hauntingly beautiful arrangement of the spiritual "I Want Jesus to Walk With Me." This rich, vibrant acapella arrangement features a wide range of harmonic...

Voicing: SATB/4-part mixed
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Use: Lent & Holy Week

9780806698342

Come to Me, All Pilgrims Thirsty

With a beginning reminiscent of a pastorale, this classic hymn tune is in good hands with this arranger! Accessible enough for any choir, there is endless...

Voicing: SATB/4-part mixed
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Use: General

9780800621414

Live unto God

Adapted from the Romans 14 text, Zebulon M. Highben writes a graceful and lyrical motet with optional keyboard accompaniment, appropriate for All Saints Sunday or during the Easter season.

Voicing: SATB
Difficulty: Medium
Use: All Saints; Easter; Funeral

The Spirit of the Lord

This setting of the traditional baptismal blessing adapted from Isaiah 11:2 is appropriate for baptisms, services of confirmation and affirmation of baptism, the season of Advent, or as a general benediction.

Voicing: SATB/4-part mixed
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Use: Advent; Baptism; Confirmation/Affirmation

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