Jon Washburn’s arrangement of “Akatonbo”, a popular Japanese children’s song, treats the piece as a choral fantasy. The several phrases of the melody have been separated with wordless polyphonic lines which express the deep feelings that the simple words evoke. Enjoy! https://cypresschoral.com/composers/jon-washburn/akatonbo/
New Publications
Songs for the Sanctuary – Cypress Choral Music Publishing
Cypress Choral Music Publishing is pleased to announce the debut of our new series “Songs for the Sanctuary” curated by Dr. Joy Berg. Dr. Berg has put together a wonderful collection of beautiful and approachable pieces for church choirs making their way through these difficult times. We are absolutely thrilled to have Joy on the […]
Free download offered for Palm Sunday
I’d be pleased to offer church musicians a free download of one of the new hymn settings from my choral sequence,’Majestic Ride’. Both of these are simple, accessible settings, easily within the capabilities of a small church choir, with optional congregational participation. The two hymns are prominently listed as ‘All glory, laud and honour’ and […]
Good Trouble by Thomas Keesecker
A new anthem inspired by the legacy of John Lewis.
FREE for your choir! “Bringing Joy!” for SATB Choir & Piano
FREE for your choir! “Bringing Joy!” for SATB Choir & Piano is a lively, joyful, Gospel-style piece. It is my great hope that this song brings you happiness and inspires you to spread God’s word. Preview (minus singers) at https://youtu.be/BMMX0PbC7WE . I recommend watching the video using the HD setting. A free, downloadable piano accompaniment […]
Still the Song Lives On – by Clary Croft arr. Larry Nickel
A proud new publication from Cypress Choral Music; Clary Croft’s stately anthem about perseverance and hope “Still the Song Lives On” arranged by Dr. Larry Nickel. Your choir will love singing this song will inspiring your listeners. Enjoy. https://cypresschoral.com/composers/clary-croft/