Join us on this journey through Songs of the Cross, a heartfelt collection of Easter worship anthems that invite you to reflect, rejoice, and remember the sacrifice that Jesus made on our behalf. These songs are meant to uplift your spirit, deepen your faith, and bring you closer to the message of God's unconditional love and Christ's ultimate sacrifice on the cross.
Through powerful lyrics and stirring melodies, this collection will transport you to the foot of the cross, where love and redemption flow. With both contemporary and traditional offerings, we hope you'll take some time to listen and consider these musically rich and lyrically meaningful anthems as we look to Jesus and remember the significance of the cross.
SATB (EASY)
At the Foot of the Cross
Arranged by Hal Wright
There is no view more clear than the view from the foot of the cross, and that sentiment is expressed beautifully in this anthem for SATB choir with soloist.
SATB (EASY)
Like a Tree In Spring
Arranged by Bruce Greer
This upbeat, contemporary 4-part hymn celebrates that the branches of the Cross extend life and hope to the world. A flexible anthem that would work well in contemporary and blended settings, and perhaps traditional worship services simply with vocals and piano accompaniment.
SATB (MEDIUM DIFFICULTY)
Keep Me Near the Cross
Arranged by Fred Bock
Fred Bock's fresh yet familiar SATB arrangement of Fanny Crosby's comforting hymn ministers peace and strength. Works well in traditional or blended worship settings.
SATB (EASY)
When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
Arranged by Tom Fettke
With a hauntingly beautiful marriage of the lyrics of "When I Survey The Wondrous Cross" and the melody to "The Water Is Wide," Tom Fettke's exquisite SATB arrangement works for traditional and blended worship settings.
SATB (EASY)
It Was Finished on the Cross
It Was Finished on the Cross (with video track)
Arranged by Regi Stone, Kristie Braselton
Appropriate any time of year, this song reminds us that all God gave to us in Jesus was accomplished on the cross. Thanks be to God for His unspeakable gift! Arranged for a SATB choir and soloist or worship leader, this song serves well in blended and contemporary settings.
SATB (EASY)
Beyond the Cross
Arranged by Jeff Lippencott
An inspiring SATB anthem for Easter that's relevant any day of the year as Christ's resurrection power transforms every area of our lives.
SATB (MEDIUM DIFFICULTY)
Jesus Carried the Cross
Arranged by Edwin Wilmington
Poignant and powerful, this traditional SATB anthem conveys the pathos you would expect walking the road to Calvary.
PRAISE & WORSHIP (EASY)
The Old Rugged Cross
Arranged by Blake Paul
Blake Paul's refreshing new take on the old hymn will help to bring some traditional music into your blended or contemporary service. Arranged for worship leader/soloist and also includes harmony parts for additional vocalists, this song is easily embraced by multiple generations.
SATB (MEDIUM DIFFICULTY)
Beneath the Cross of Jesus (a cappella)
Arranged by Bruce Greer
Bruce Greer has created a moving a cappella arrangement of this beloved traditional hymn with a beautiful soprano/tenor descant.
