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Hymn Arrangements
Adult Choir
Abide with Mearr. Brian L. Hanson. Brian
Hanson gives this beloved hymntune new life
through exquisite part-writing and accompaniment.
Abide with Me is a stunning arrangement of
EVENTIDE, complete with suspensions and soaring
open chords. Brian uses thoughtful unison singing
to lead into harmonically rich sections that will
leave listeners assured of God's powerful presence
through any trial.
10549850 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
All Because of the Wonderful CrossMary
McDonald. This Easter anthem has words by Isaac
Watts with additional words and music by Mary
McDonald. Based on the hymntune
RESIGNATION
from Southern Harmony, this tender and worshipful
piece will stir the emotions of your congregation.
"My song will be eternally, all because of the
wonderful cross!" A remarkable work!
10490442 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.89
10490443 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24.98
10490444 Stem Mix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49.95
10490445 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . 79.95
10490446 Orchestration CD-ROM . . . . 69.95
All Creatures of Our God and Kingarr. Bryan
Sharpe. This sophisticated and pensive a cappella
setting incorporates lush harmonies and stirring
musical opportunities for your choir. With a rich and
expressive male vocal solo and thoughtful choral
writing, this must-have selection is one your singers
are sure to embrace.
10520090 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
Amazing GraceCraig Courtney. Craig
Courtney's original melody on the beloved
John Newton text is every bit as beautiful as the
familiar tune. Expressive and richly harmonized,
the anthem also includes original lyrics that
contemplate the wonder of Christ's sacrifice for
each individual sinner. A supportive yet soloistic
piano accompaniment heightens the emotion of
the work, bringing a depth of meaning to worship
achieved by few other anthems. Available in three
voicings, this is music of the highest caliber that is
particularly moving during the Lenten season.
8069424 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
10424914 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10424915 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
10443082 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . 12.50
l Amazing Gracearr. Thomas Keesecker. The
beloved hymn Amazing Grace is set to the old
traditional tune The House of the Rising Sun. This
blended anthem is well crafted and has excellent
part-writing.
10607280 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
Amazing Gracearr. Bruce Stevenson/ed. Craig
Courtney. "And when this flesh and heart shall fail,
and mortal life shall cease, I shall possess within
the veil a life of joy and peace." This seldom heard
verse provides a poignant climax to a rich, fresh
rendition of the much-loved hymn. The addition of
the cello obbligato adds to the depth and warmth of
this steadfast arrangement for SATB voices.
10094666 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
10094667 Instrumental Parts Cello Part . . 2.95
Amazing Gracearr. Mack Wilberg. From the
opening drone of bagpipes, the long sustained
pedal point, the creative instrumental interludes,
and the field drum part in the closing verse, this
arrangement reflects the signature arranging
style of Mack Wilberg. The choral writing begins
simply with the men in unison and adds a coloristic
element with each subsequent verse. This is a
creative and inspiring arrangement of one of the
most beloved hymns of all time. Moving!
10190256 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
Arise, My Soul, AriseDan Forrest. Offering a
fresh perspective on a Charles Wesley text, Dan
Forrest has fashioned a new hymn tune, Chodan,
that is a tender yet emphatic statement of faith
from the believer. Scored for SATB chorus with
piano and optional violin, this anthem is suitable for
Lent, communion or general worship during a time
of confession and assurance of pardon. A must for
your Holy Week services.
10341889 SATB with Violin . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10341890 SSA with Violin . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
10425394 Instrumental Parts
Violin Part for SSA . . . . . . . . 2.95
Back to the Church in the WildwoodMary
McDonald. Mary McDonald's energetic Gospel
number begins with an original song reminiscing
about church singing in the "good old days," and
then treats us to four Gospel favorites everyone
will enjoy: Church In the Wildwood, Leaning on
the Everlasting Arms, In the Sweet By and By and
Shall We Gather At the River. A lively piano part
and rhythm accompaniment are sure to get a few
members of the congregation tapping their toes.
10307544 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10307545 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
10307546 Instrumental Parts Rhythm . 19.95
Be Thou My Visionarr. Craig Courtney. Craig
Courtney has created a beautiful treatment of this
beloved hymn. The piano accompaniment has a
lovely yet mysterious quality that yields briefly to a
short a cappella section. This arrangement will be a
favorite for both choir and congregation.
10513793 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
4 Be Thou My Visionarr. John Helgen. This
beloved Irish hymn text, dating from the eighth
century, gets a new melody in this devotional
SATB setting from John Helgen. Commissioned
by a church in memory of a beloved choir
member, the anthem may be accompanied by
piano alone or with the optional flute and cello
parts. Beautiful!
10617796 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
Be Thou My VisionMary E. Byrne/arr. Mary
McDonald. This old Irish hymn dates from the
8th century, though the theme couldn't be more
relevant to the culture in which we live. It is only
fitting that Mary McDonald found the inspiration
to craft her own melody for this beloved hymn
text. The words unfold in a stirring new way with
melody and harmonies that lift and transport
them to new heights. The dynamic orchestration,
by Ed Hogan, soars.
10514118 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10514119 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
10514120 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . 69.95
Be Thou My Visionarr. Heather Sorenson. A
time-honored hymn speaks anew in this lyrical
setting beautifully decorated in a Celtic style. The
poetic imagery of this hopeful text is well suited to
the sensitive choral writing and the addition of the
instrumental consort completes the package.
10306565 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10306566E Instrumental Parts ePrint. . . 15.00
Be Thou My Visionarr. Dan Forrest. This
masterfully crafted essay on the timeless Irish hymn
is realized with the utmost concern for the melody,
the singers, and the accompanist. Liquid vocals
appear over understated piano lines, followed
by judicious a cappella phrases and a sweeping
crescendo to the phrase "Heart of my own heart,
whatever befall." This is such a worshipful
treatment of a timeless melody that it deserves to
be heard again and again.
10002552 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10515945 Two-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10515946 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10515947 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10515948E Instrumental Parts ePrint. . . 10.00
4 Be Thou My Visionarr. Larry Shackley. Larry
Shackley imbues the beloved Irish melody with
a delightful personality in this gentle, folk-like
arrangement. The optional instrumental ensemble
enhances the charm of this singable hymn setting
and includes violin, guitar and synth strings.
10601344 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
10601345 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
10601346 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . 29.95
Borning CryJohn Ylvisaker/arr. Sherri Hansen.
The beloved hymn by John Ylvisaker is given a
fresh and accessible SAB arrangement by Sherri
Hansen. Easily prepared and useful for small and
larger ensembles alike.
10523256 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
Brethren We Have Met to Worshiparr. Mark
Hayes. This American classic hymn arrangement
features great rhythmic drive with a touch of
sophistication. The vocal texture is varied, colorful,
and accessible while still calling for good SATB
balance. The accompaniment absolutely sparkles,
and for ease of page turns, the solo version is
available as a downloadable file.
10520126 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10520173 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
4 By Faith with Great Is Thy FaithfulnessKeith
Getty & Stuart Townend/arr. Lloyd Larson. This
powerful hymn is filled with energy and a superb
text about the mission of Church. Consummate
musician, composer, and arranger Lloyd Larson
pairs it with the refrain of Great Is Thy Faithfulness,
heightening the message. Bring this important
message to your choir and congregation.
10603852 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10603853 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
10603854 Instrumental Parts
3/6 Octaves Handbell . . . . . . 5.50
10603855 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . 15.00
10603856 Instrumental
Conductor's Score . . . . . . . . 7.50
4 Christ, Whose Glory Fills the SkiesBrad
Nix. Like a tapestry of sound, this a cappella
gem begins with measures of vocal "ahs" before
moving into an expressive theme supported by rich
harmonies. Impeccable part-writing enables choirs
with tuning and accuracy and gives directors a
chance to explore the deep beauty found in the
musical phrases. Challenge your choir with this
inspiring anthem.
10594892 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
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Come, Come Ye Saintsarr. John Purifoy. There
is sturdy confidence in the calls of "all is well" from
this time-honored hymn. Rich chords construct
powerful sonorities in this adaptation, while the
rhapsodic piano writing sweeps the anthem
along with purpose. The cry of the watchman is a
reminder of eternal security and promise. Inspiring!
10594896 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
l Come, Every One Who Is ThirstyLloyd
Larson. This heartfelt a cappella setting by Lloyd
Larson conveys a simple yet profound message.
Inspired by Isaiah 55:1, the expressive music
amplifies the promise that the Savior will provide
for those who seek God. This commissioned work
uses the tune
RIDER.
10601367 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
4 Come, Thou Almighty Kingarr. Molly Ijames.
This regal setting of a treasured hymn will uplift and
inspire. Suitable for a variety of worship contexts,
this piece is well crafted and can be learned with
minimal preparation time. The flexible brass options
add to its versatility and appeal.
10601368 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
10601369 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
10601370 Instrumental Parts Brass . . . 29.95
4 Come Thou FountDaniel Musselman. "Come,
thou fount of every blessing; tune my heart to sing
thy grace..." The familiar hymn text is given a new
tune and a vibrant four-hand piano accompaniment
in this unique setting for two-part treble or mixed
voices, with additional cued notes for a four-part
texture on some chords. This joyful, rhythmic
arrangement will appeal to a wide range of choirs!
10607034 Two-Part Mixed or SA. . . . . . 2.10
Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessingarr.
David Schwoebel. Two commonly heard tunes for
this timeless hymn,
WARRENTON and NETTLETON,
are combined in a fresh, creative setting for mixed
voices and piano. Angular rhythms, a driving
accompaniment, and multiple meters keep the
singers - and listeners - on their toes. The result
is an energetic presentation that will captivate your
congregation in a vibrant, meaningful way.
10489688 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessingarr.
Joe Cox. With a rolling piano accompaniment and
a fresh take on the familiar melody, Joe Cox's
arrangement is a delightful arrangement of the
NETTLETON hymntune. Choirs will look forward to the
few surprise cadences, which serve as text-painting
for the theologically rich hymn text.
10549583 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
Come Thou Fount of Every Blessingarr.
Mack Wilberg. This American folk hymn is
marvelously arranged for SATB voices and organ.
The accompaniment is written with the organist in
mind, giving the organist interesting parts that are
an integral part of the music. Printed on oversized
paper. A classic.
5701776 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.80
Come, Ye Thankful People, Comearr.
Heather Sorenson. Traditional hymnody warms
the spirit and celebrates our legacy of praise. This
Thanksgiving text and tune have been enlivened
with great style and elegance. The arrangement is
respectful to the original message and music, while
adding colorful new harmonies. The optional violin,
cello and organ are a magical touch. A masterful
rethinking of this sanctuary standard!
10516480 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10515988 Multi-Song Accomp. CD . . . 44.99
Coming HomeWilliam J. Kirkpatrick & Mary
McDonald. This original prayerful ballad by Mary
McDonald is paired with a beloved gospel hymn
text by William Kirkpatrick, expressing the return
to the Father like the story of the prodigal son.
It's an anthem of repentance and forgiveness -
a song for the lost soul, especially useful for a
memorial service.
10489033 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
10489034 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
Crown Him Lord of All!arr. Jay Rouse. Jay
Rouse incorporates a wide variety of dynamics,
harmonic colors, and timbres in this vigorous
setting of Crown Him with Many Crowns. Numerous
instrumental options enhance the intrigue and
versatility of this stunning anthem. This piece is
taken from his cantata, Behold the Lamb!
10553849 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
10553852 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
10553853 Instrumental Parts
Brass & Percussion . . . . . . 39.95
10553854 Orchestration CD-ROM . . . . 59.95
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