Uses: General Ash Wednesday Lent Scripture: Psalm 51 This special anthem is a deep prayer for restoration. From the purity of the first unison note to the final rich sonorities the music celebrates the graceful message of this psalm. Set to music by John Purifoy here is an ideal offering for Lenten worship or for a time of confession.

A Tenebrae Service-John Purifoy interweaves hymn texts and Scripture with beautiful music to create an unforgettable and emotion-filled Tenebrae experience. From the pensive Is it I Lord? to the dramatic Father Forgive Them themusic and text blend to tell the story in a most powerful way. Narration and service suggestions included. Instrumental ePak includes score and parts for Flute Oboe Eng…

Based on a text by Charles Coffin John Purifoy has created a stellar anthem for the Advent season. The work builds in intensity as the text and music move from inward reflection - “The advent of our God shall be our themefor prayer ” - to outward praise - “All glory to the Son who comes to set us free with Father Spirit ever One through all eternity.” Optional oboe obbl…

A profound thought about the nature of sound song and Spirit! Resonant almost fragile bell tones in the piano dot the winsome landscape of this sonic tableau. The harmonies move to shimmering moments and create a sense of the sacred at every turn. The text is an intimate testimony of the Holy Spirit and the ministry of music in the journey of faith. Restrained and elegant this special tone poem…

Moses Hogan Arrangements of Traditional Spirituals-The inimitable Moses Hogan created stunning arrangements of many spirituals during his all too brief lifetime. In this new collection seasoned church music arranger John Purifoy has edited five of Hogan's arrangements from theiroriginal multi-layered voicings to SATB with piano accompaniment making them completely accessible to all sizes of choi…

Adapted from Psalm 107 this rhythmic anthem with two optional trumpets alternates between 6/8 and 4/4 meter to create an exciting message of thanksgiving and praise for all that God has done. “Let the redeemed of the Lordgive thanks O give thanks to the Lord for He is good!” An excellent choice for Thanksgiving or any general worship service. Trumpet parts included in the score.Avail…

Uses: General MemorialScripture: Exodus 25:21-22; Psalm 27:5; Isaiah 25:3-4 Inspiring words from a classic sacred text are caressed with loveliness in this octavo. Emotive choral textures and vocal tessitura create adistinctive sound for choirs and the message of finding a calm retreat at the mercy seat of Christ will bring a tranquil comfort to all who hear it. Attention to the dynamic palette …

Traditional Folk Hymn-Uses: General LentScripture: John 15:13; Psalm 36:7; Romans 5:8A choral re-interpretation of this old hymn text brings new focus to certain parts of the beloved poem and creates and artful moment foryour special music moment. Beautiful choral tone painting and interesting harmonic stacks are tonal gifts to a creative director and to audience alike. The everlasting song of li…

Where Charity and Love Are God Is There-A sacred sanctuary of sound describes this choral experience. The gentle crush of clustered harmonies creates a shimmering ambience that embraces the listener with divine beauty. A sparse but effective piano part rings with purity leading the piece forward with an almost fragile web of sound. A timely admonition for all believers!

Incorporating the traditional Kyrie and Agnus Dei texts this meditative setting creates a peaceful flowing effect through harmonic richness and gentle modal sonorities. Excellent for building choral tone blend and intonation!

Composed by John Purifoy. For Choral (SATB). Harold Flammer. 12 pages. Published by Shawnee Press

SKU: LO.99-1777L

An Easter cantata for SATB Choir, Two Narrators and Optional Orchestra. Composed by John Purifoy. Choral, cantatas. Holy Week, Eastertide, Sacred. Accompaniment CD. Lorenz Publishing Company #99/1777L. Published by Lorenz Publishing Company (LO.99-1…

SKU: LO.99-1778L

An Easter cantata for SATB Choir, Two Narrators and Optional Orchestra. Composed by John Purifoy. Choral, cantatas. Holy Week, Eastertide, Sacred. Bulk performance CDs. Lorenz Publishing Company #99/1778L. Published by Lorenz Publishing Company (LO.…

Choral (SAB Choir)

SKU: HL.8754566

Composed by John Purifoy. Choral. Octavo. 12 pages. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.8754566).

UPC: 884088644758. 6.75x10.5 inches.

In 1866, a women's memorial association in Mississippi tended the graves of Union and Confederate sol…

Choral (SAB Choir)

SKU: HL.8703430

Composed by John Purifoy. Festival Choral. Concert, Festival, Poetry. Octavo. 8 pages. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.8703430).

UPC: 884088648251. 6.75x10.5 inches.

The image of a highland lass singing in a field and observed by a …

Choral (SATB)

SKU: HL.1106067

Composed by John Purifoy. Shawnee Sacred. Easter. Octavo. 8 pages. Duration 135 seconds. Published by Shawnee Press (HL.1106067).

ISBN 9781705177419. UPC: 196288102502. 6.75x10.5x0.019 inches. Acts 4:33, Romans 6:5-6.

A classic hymntu…

Choral (SATB)

SKU: HL.419568

A Litany and Anthem for Hanging of the Greens. Arranged by John Purifoy. Shawnee Sacred. Advent, Christmas, Christmas/Advent Sacred. Octavo. 12 pages. Duration 175 seconds. Published by Shawnee Press (HL.419568).

UPC: 196288061137. 6.…

By John Purifoy. For SATB choir (divisi). Sacred. Sacred Anthem. Published by Purifoy Publishing Company.

By John Purifoy. (SATB). Brookfield Choral Series. Sacred. 16 pages. Published by Brookfield Press.