4 Communion and Thanksgiving Anthems

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recommended by Jennifer F., Sacred Choral Music Specialist

Come, Ye Thankful People, Come arr. Heather Sorenson, SATB with piano and optional brass, percussion, rhythm & congregation
For choir and Optional congregation, this arrangement of the popular hymn will be a highlight for any Thanksgiving or harvest-themed service. Sensible part-writing adds color without adding difficulty. An intuitive soprano descant decorates the third stanza, and the choir completes the package with an exciting ending to “raise the song of harvest home.”

Our Songs of Thanksgiving arr. Lloyd Larson, SATB with piano and optional flute & congregation
“We Gather Together” is woven into the fabric of this anthem for Thanksgiving from Lloyd Larson. Its sturdy vocal scoring and Piano accompaniment give it dignity and excitement, while making it highly effective, yet easily-prepared. Add the Optional Flute obbligato for a sparkling touch.

We Remember You by Joel Raney, SATB with piano and optional flute, clarinet, cello & horn
For communion, this prayerful ballad is a reminder that as we break the bread and share the cup, Christ will return again and take us home to heaven. This originally appeared in Joel’s best-selling Lenten cantata, “Love Divine.”

I Am Light, I Am Life, I Am Love by Mary McDonald, SATB with piano and optional orchestra
This gentle communion anthem flows with smooth beauty and profound simplicity. Mary McDonald’s words and music are deeply heartfelt and encourage the l istener to engage in the solemn remembrance of Christ’s ultimate sacrifice. It closes with a hushed, moving setting of the beloved “Let Us Break Bread Together.”

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About the Author:
Jennifer F. is a graduate of Otterbein College with a degree in Vocal Performance. She has worked at Stanton’s for over 20 years specializing in Sacred Choral, Classical Vocal and Handbell music. Jennifer is Director of Handbells at Worthington Presbyterian Church, and sings in the First Church Choir and rings with the First Church Ringers at First Congregational Church in Columbus Ohio. When not singing or ringing, Jennifer can be found doing conformation and other competitive sports with her three standard long haired dachshunds, Fanny, Frenchie, and Lukas.