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2012 Christmas Church Music Catalog

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ADULT ANTHEMSfor Advent 4 O Come to Us, Emmanuel—Joseph Martin. A perfect opener for your Advent programming. A compelling original tune leads to a middle section featuring a quote from the familiar Advent hymn tune Veni Emmanuel. To further enhance your performance, optional instrumental parts are available for flute, trumpet, horn, trombone, strings and bass guitar. 10305869 SATB .....................2.05 10310003 P/A CD.................. 26.95 10310006 Orchestration............. 35.00 l© O Come, O Come Emmanuel—arr. David Cherwein. The spiritual Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child is used as a longing introduction to O Come, O Come, Emmanuel. The combination of these two powerful pieces gives additional understanding to both texts. The piece may be performed in unique ways by using creative spacing of the choir and soloist. A very effective Advent piece. 10310934 SATB opt. Solo .............1.50 4 Our Hope Is Johnson. Victor Johnson brings us an original Advent carol that is full of reflective and melodic phrases that capture the hope, joy, and peace promised by the Savior's coming. Hints of VENI EMMANUEL and an optional flute obbligato add a little something extra to this skillfully crafted and reverently expectant seasonal selection. 10307652 SATB with opt. Flute .........1.95 10307653 P/A CD.................. 26.95 in Emmanuel—Victor C l Prepare—Carl Nygard. Based on Isaiah 40:1- 3, this Advent anthem contains energetic choral writing and a beautiful keyboard accompaniment, and optional flute obligato. As you search for new and exciting anthems don't overlook this one. A welcome addition to your library! 10309122 SATB .....................1.80 4 Prepare the Way, O Zion with Rejoice, Rejoice, O Christian—Kenneth Dake. An energetic instrumental opening with folk- like qualities introduces this setting of the traditional hymn. The choral parts are accessible and well-written. Two texts are provided, making this useable during Advent or general times. Violin part is included. 10310937 SATB .....................1.85 l Prepare Ye the Way—Penny Rodriguez. An original composition using the text from Isaiah 40, this anthem is set in a lilting style and is very accessible and quick to learn. It is particularly appropriate for the early Sundays in Advent. 10310926 SATB .....................1.70 l Rejoice Rejoice Believers—Ruth Elaine Schram. Especially suited for the 3rd Sunday of Advent, this setting of this favorite Advent text uses a dancing 6/8 feel to highlight the sense of joy in the text. Choral parts and accompaniment are easily accessible and fresh making this anthem one you and your choir will enjoy for years to come. 10311004 SATB .....................2.05 l Sing for Joy!—Ruth Elaine Schram. Especially written for the second Sunday in Advent. A lightly syncopated theme drives the energy of the piece forward, and the simple yet profound message looks toward the birth of Jesus. As is the case with all pieces in this series, the music is well crafted and arranged for the success of your ensemble. Use the easy handbells (two octaves), which are included, for a special touch! 10306658 SATB .....................1.80 l The Son is Coming Soon—Douglas Nolan & David Angerman. Refreshing music and a message of anticipation characterizes this octavo filled with the hope and joy of the season of lights. Written in a light contemporary style, this will be welcome in choirs of all ages. A delightful change of pace from the more reflective Advent pieces. 10306659 SATB .....................1.95 2 Go to cart l Surely the Time Is Near—Lloyd Larson. A thoughtful setting for SATB choir and keyboard speaking to the anticipation of the Promised One. This Advent anthem is well within the reach of the average church choir. 10312022 SATB .....................1.80 l The World's Been a Waitin' So Long— Larry Shackley. "There will be joy when the Messiah comes. The world's been a-waitin' so long." Larry Shackley has created this joyous, energy driven Advent anthem for a cappella choirs. It may also be performed with the optional percussion parts, which further enhance the effectiveness of this original spiritual. 10307682 SATB with opt. Percussion ....1.95 10307684 Instrumental Parts Percussion ............... 19.95 10307683 P/A CD.................. 26.95 4 Veni Emmanuel—Tom Fettke & Thomas Grassi. Great for worship this delightful setting of the beloved English carol Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing Day is paired with the traditional text "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel." A hint of the refrain from O Come, All Ye Faithful threads through with the Latin text. The vocal writing is superb, and the accompaniment dances along, supported by the spirited hand drum and tambourine. 10307694 SATB with opt. Hand Drum & Tambourine...............1.95 10307695 P/A CD.................. 26.95 l Wait on the Lord—Vicki Tucker Courtney. Painting the text in music, the theme of this engaging Advent choral is punctuated with enigmatic rests, bringing a sense of urgency and anticipation to the hope for Messiah. A stately 3/4 meter gives the music a steady, purposeful "feel," while the text espouses the attributes of "Emmanuel, God with us." The brief performance time makes this useful for Advent candle lighting moments. 10306674 SATB .....................1.80 l Waiting for the Holy One—Benjamin Harlan. A unique and exciting Advent offering can be found in this anthem by Benjamin Harlan. The composer has paired an upbeat, ethnic- sounding melody full of rhythmic energy, with a creative text by Bryan Jeffery Leech to ask and answer the question, "When will our Messiah come?" Your congregation will be tapping their feet by the final "He is here at last!" With all of the energy and excitement of the season, this one will only add to the thrill! 10308970 SATB .....................1.80 10308971 P/A CD.................. 24.98 10308972 Instrumental Parts ......... 69.95 l Waiting for the Star—Ruth Elaine Schram. An offering from Ruth Elaine Schram for voices, piano, tambourine, and shaker. This simple piece is easy to sing and interesting with the added percussion. So much versatility and dynamics are in this piece, it is both fun to sing and fun to hear. 10309127 SATB .....................1.80 l Where is He?—David Lantz III. A thoughtful text displays the significant moments leading to the coming of the promised Messiah. The music joins with the poetry to weave a spirit of longing with layers of lush harmonies and a bittersweet theme. A substantive solo rises like a petition of hope in the promises of God. A thoughtful art song for the Sundays before Christmas. 10306678 SATB .....................1.80 l Words of Isaiah—John Purifoy. John Purifoy compiled several passages from Isaiah into this meaningful and gorgeous anthem announcing the coming of Emmanuel. A wonderful choice for both Advent and Christmas worship. 10310649 SATB .....................1.80 " 4EDITORS' CHOICE (BEST OF 2012) lNEW PUBLICATION FOR 2012 HPEPPER BASIC LIBRARY eAVAILABLE VIA E-PRINT The Yearning—Craig Courtney. "There is a yearning in hearts weighed down by ancient grief and centuries of sorrow. There is a yearning for the Lord who visited His own, and by His death for sin atoned, to bring to us salvation. Emmanuel, within our hearts, the yearning." Every note and every word is perfectly placed to convey the urgency and need of the coming Savior. A powerful and prayerful representation of the true heart of a believer, this offering for Advent is exquisite! 10276203 SATB .....................1.95 EVERYTHING was in stock! It has already been shipped!" — Jonella Williamson Advent Litany These great choral selections are guaranteed to make lighting the Advent candle a flawless part of your worship service! Christian Women's Choir Director, Southwestern, PA Light a Candle of Hope—John Purifoy. The text says it all in this anthem by John Purifoy: "Light a candle of Hope, light a candle of Joy. Light the candles of Peace and Love, the Christ Light shines for all." Perfect for Advent Sundays and Christmas Eve. 10310446 SATB................. 1.80 Light of Hope (A Candle Lighting Ceremony for Advent)—Joel Raney. Designed to support the lighting of the Advent candles, this includes a choral opening followed by a call and response litany with piano underscore, then a text to be read with the lighting of the candle. As that concludes, the choir comes back in with the option of adding the congregation. The candle lighting portion of your service concludes with the provided prayer. There are five variations, one for each candle. Reproducible parts for the congregation and 4 optional handbells are included. 10305859 SAB with opt 4 Handbells & Congregation ........ 1.95 All Prices Are In U.S. Dollars & Are Subject To Publisher Revision

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