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Unison and Two-part Anthems

  • by liturgyandmusic
  • Posted on May 26, 2017May 29, 2017
  • The Weekly Word
Choir members singing

Recently someone in the Episcopal Musicians Facebook group asked for suggestions for unison and two-part anthems for use in the summer. After doing some crowd sourcing and adding a few anthems of our own choice, […]

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Finding Anthem Literature for the Church Choir

  • by liturgyandmusic
  • Posted on January 23, 2017January 24, 2017
  • The Weekly Word
Chorister singing

Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a complete neophyte, finding good anthem literature is a major responsibility for the church musician. Those who are new might feel intimidated by their scant knowledge of choral literature, […]

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Ask Ambrose: Hymn-Anthems for Advent

  • by liturgyandmusic
  • Posted on October 20, 2016December 30, 2019
  • Ask Ambrose
Advent wreath candles

Q: I have a small church choir and am looking for hymns that would make good anthems for choirs. Can you please help? A: You will be please to know that, as a hymn expert, I, Ambrose, […]

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Where on Earth Do You Find Quality Music for the Small Choir?

  • by liturgyandmusic
  • Posted on August 15, 2016
  • The Weekly Word
Choir Member Singing at Seminary Eucharist

Finding anthem literature for the parish choir is a time-consuming and demanding but highly rewarding activity. Nearly every choir director has had the experience of finding that perfect piece: 1) It fits perfectly the lessons […]

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I have worked with Ellen Johnston at Music, Liturgy, and the Arts as we
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