Paperback-Spirited in tone this anthem by Alan Bullard sets a text based on Psalm 148 that praises God's glory. Opening with an uplifting unison melody the vocal parts gradually open out into jubilant harmonies which are supported by the accompaniment (performable on organ or piano). Suitable for performance throughout the year Praise the Lord ye heavens adore him will be a welcome addition to repertory of all church choirs.

Alan Bullard's Scots Nativity is a soft and fluid piece based on a traditional Scottish text and is for Upper voices (SA) in two parts with Piano accompaniment.

This is the key by Alan Bullard for unison voices with optional second part and Piano.This is the key is a dramatic narrative piece perfect for children's and youth choirs. It can be sung in unison throughout or the score contains options for two parts sometimes singing alternating phrases and at other times singing together in two-part harmony. Sections in different tempos and keys create a variety of moods and the continuous piano part features running quavers a rhythmic bass line and shimmering spread chords.

A meditation based on the traditional Seven Last Words of Christ-Wondrous Cross is a reflective work suitable for church or concert choirs at Passiontide. Bullard skilfully weaves the traditional Seven Last Words of Christ with linking biblical passages 3 well-known hymns and settings of 4 well-known sacred texts including 'Drop drop slow tears' and 'Ave verum corpus' (both of which may be sung as independent motets) to create a moving and at times dramatic work. The short solos are perfectly suited to members of the choir and strings (quartet quintet orensemble) may optionally join the organ or piano in the accompaniment. If performed liturgically the work may be interspersed with prayers and readings. The result is a flexible and striking work that re-presents this timeless story for a modern audience. String parts and full scores are available to hire or purchase from the Music Hire Library.

Horatius Bonar's well-known hymn Beloved Let Us Love is a perfect text for wedding services expressing the belief that it is only through loving others that we can know God's love for us. Bullard's setting is exultant and emotive with full-choir textures rich harmonies and contrasting Keyboard accompaniments.

Bullard's carol for unaccompanied SATB chorus sets a Renaissance-period text by Ben Johnson.

O Come Emmanuel is an Advent Celebration suitable for both church and concert choirs. It is based on the 7 Great 'O' Antiphons and fragments of the well-known plainsong hymn permeate the work. To these Bullard has added settings of a number of other Advent texts and hymns including the beautiful 'There is a rose-tree' a rousing setting of 'Chanticleer Carol' and new arrangements of 'Gabriel's Message' and 'Joy to the world!'. The work may be sung throughout by SATB choir or a range of soloists may take some of the lines. The accompaniment - for organ or piano or with small orchestra or chamber group - is equally flexible. A number of themovements make highly effective separate pieces and anthems. Written with the composer's long and practical experience O Come Emmanuel is a strikingly original work for Advent and Christmas that will enhance both liturgical celebrations and concert programmes at this time.For SATB and organ or piano or small orchestra or chamber group

The Oxford Book of Flexible Carols is perfect resource for choirs of all types and sizes. Each piece is presented with flexible scoring options clearly explained throughout enabling performance by various combinations of singers. With carols for Advent Christmas New Year and Epiphany and a fabulous range accessible quality material this is a must-have collection for all choirs at Christmas.

This enchanting setting of the well-known medieval text combines expressive harmonies with gently interweaving lines for solo or soli voices. A beautifully written Advent miniature Rose of such virtue will appeal to choirs and audiences alike.

For SATB and Piano or Organ or Brass quintet.This joyful and vibrant carol will delight youth and adult choirs alike. The strong unison opening with a pealing bell-like accompaniment builds to a climactic two-part canon brilliantly capturing the joyous message of Christmas.

A processional carol written in 2001 for SATB and optional percussion. Words by the composer loosely based on a Venezuelan folk-carol.

Simple varied anthems for the church year-The Oxford Book Of Easy Flexible Anthems is suitable for church choirs of all types and sizes and contains pieces that cover all occasions in the church calendar. The collection presents flexibility of scoring in a constructive and realistic way with particular provision for unison or two-part singing while not forgetting SATB choirs and a focus on ease of learning and performance. With complete coverage of the Church's year and a fabulous range of accessible quality material this is a vital resource for all church choirs. With a fabulous range of accessible quality material this is a vital resource for all church choirs.

For SATB and Piano or Organ. A haunting and evocative piece this short anthem is based on a traditional Gaelic prayer of remembrance. Uncluttered harmony and a simple gentle melody colour this memorial- service setting with a particularly apt tenderness.

The Oxford Book of Flexible Anthems is the perfect resource for church choirs of all types and sizes. Each piece is presented with flexible scoring options clearly explained throughout enabling performance by various combinations of singers. With complete coverage of the Church's year this is a must-have collection for all church choirs.