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Lt Benediction—Craig Phillips. Craig Phillips has
crafted a beautiful setting of the familiar benediction
from the Book of Numbers, "The Lord bless you and
keep you...." Each choral part moves expressively
with Phillips' rich harmonic language, finally settling
into a soaring, imitative "Amen."
11205728 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.00
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A Celtic Blessing—Patricia Thompson/arr.
Joseph M. Martin. Joseph Martin has done
a fabulous job of setting Patricia Thompson's
melody. This Celtic-style anthem is easy to sing and
very accessible to most choirs. Vocal ranges are
reasonable, and the piano part is very supportive.
What a perfect way to end your worship service.
10999228 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
10982823E Instrumental Parts ePrint. . . . . . . . .25.00
D The Chorister's Prayer (Bless, O Lord)—
Jacob Dishman. This anthem speaks to the heart of
our calling as church musicians. The familiar prayer
"that what we sing with our lips we may believe in
our hearts, and what we believe in our hearts we
may show forth in our lives" is set to music equally
deep and meaningful, lush and lovely. This anthem
of prayer will become a classic for choirs and
musicians for years to come.
11317119 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
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Deep Peace—Elaine Hagenberg.
Beautifully capturing the essence of a traditional
Gaelic blessing, this original setting evokes the
natural tranquility of a "gentle night" where the
"moon and stars pour their healing light on you."
The flowing piano accompaniment supports the
soaring legato vocal lines to create a mature and
artistic texture while remaining accessible to choirs
in school, church, or community settings. The
optional string quartet parts add additional serenity
and depth.
11341294 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.50
11341295 String Quartet Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . .35.00
H A Gaelic Blessing—John Rutter.
This extraordinary setting of the traditional Gaelic
text has been a perennial standard ever since its
original publication in 1978. It's a strong choice for
more experienced choirs.
1307933 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.00
1950997 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.00
1951003 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.60
4799441 Instrumental Parts
for SATB version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43.00
10650736 Full Score for SATB version . . . . . .25.75
Lt A Gaelic Blessing—Sarah MacDonald.
The familiar blessing, "May the road rise up to
meet you..." is set with great simplicity and grace.
Perfect for a choral benediction or any occasion
of farewell.
11205725 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
N E W F O R 2 0 2 1
E D I T O R S ' C H O I C E
t God Be in My Head—Robert A. Hobby. An a
cappella setting of this moving text first appeared
in the Book of Hours (1541) and has been set many
times since then. This setting features lovely flowing
vocal lines, independent yet blending, that culminate
in a rich, homophonic treatment of the last portion of
the text. A moving benediction.
11346673 SATB divisi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.85
Ht God Be in My Head—John Rutter.
A gorgeous setting of the well-known English
prayer text. A wonderful way to conclude a service
or performance.
1420025 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.00
1693951 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.60
D Let Our Praises Rise (An Introit for All
Seasons)—Philip Hayden. A multi-use text will
make this anthem a valuable addition to your choral
library. A grand fanfare-like introduction with optional
handbells and snare drum establishes a festive
spirit. The brief contrasting middle section brings a
moment of hope for peace on earth before returning
to the opening processional material. Useful for
Christmas, Easter, or any festive occasion.
11317451 SATB with opt.
Snare Drum, Handbells. . . . . . . . . . .2.10
Lt The Lord Bless You and Keep You—
Alfred V. Fedak. The familiar benediction from the
Book of Numbers receives an expressive a cappella
treatment with lush and comforting harmonies from
the pen of Alfred V. Fedak. Easy and hymnlike, but
with interesting parts for all four voices, it is sure
to become a favorite choral benediction. A brief,
optional "Amen" is included.
10618158 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.95
L The Lord Bless You and Keep You—
Laura Farnell. This heartwarming benediction is
beautifully set by composer Laura Farnell. With its
soaring melody and delicate phrasing, this anthem
will be a memorable moment in worship or concert.
The SATB voicing, which may be performed with or
without the piano accompaniment, is harmonically
rich - yet accessible for choirs of various abilities and
sizes. Also available in a treble voicing for a unison
choir or vocal solo.
11166878 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
11166879 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
Ht The Lord Bless You and Keep You—
Peter Lutkin. Excellent as a benediction or closing
number, this is a piece you're sure to pick up often.
May be done with or without accompaniment.
368100 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.95
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The Lord Bless You and Keep You—
John Rutter. A tender prayer, sensitively set to
music, the gentle accompaniment and simple, lyrical
voice parts combine to create one of the sweetest
anthems your choir will ever sing. This beloved
choral is also available for SAB voices. A chamber
ensemble includes full score and a set of parts for
piccolo, oboe, harp and organ.
1422054 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.00
10087537 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.00
1790880 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.60
4807194 Instrumental Parts
for SATB Version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43.00
11315689 Full Score for SATB Version -
Piccolo, Oboe, Harp & Organ . . . . .37.95
10644991 Full Score for SATB Version . . . . . .21.50
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May the Lord Bless You and Keep You—
Terre Johnson. The classic benediction text based
upon Numbers 6:24-26 is paired with new music
scored for SATB divisi voices, flute, and piano.
Interweaving motifs provide a lovely interplay. It is
mostly homophonic until the beautiful many-fold
"amen" that your choir will love to sing.
11199619 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.95
11199620 Instrumental Parts Flute Part . . . . . .5.00
L May the Peace of God Dwell in You—
Lloyd Larson. This prayerful selection asking for
God's blessing incorporates original music, text
based on Philippians 4:7, and the traditional hymn
tune
VILLE DU HAVRE. An option is given to use this
as a shorter piece for a benediction, while the full
anthem will work well to honor an individual. An
elegant piano accompaniment supports legato vocal
lines in this beautifully written work.
11165813 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.20
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O Come, Let Us Sing to the Lord—
Charles Callahan. This collection of six short
introits by Charles Callahan places the SATB
singers in dialog with an equally compelling organ
accompaniment. Based upon Psalm 95, Matthew 5,
Psalm 90, the Book of Common Prayer, Psalm 43,
and Wisdom 1, respectively, the pieces may also
serve as short anthems.
10881419 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.70
D A Psalm of Benediction (Psalm 67)—
Patricia Mock/arr. Faye Lopez. Based on Psalm
67, this is an ideal blessing for any worship
gathering. A quickly learned prayer of hope, it is
rich with meaning. A tasteful accompaniment
adds a sentimental spirit to the memorable melody
and message.
11165990 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
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Seven Choral Amens—Timothy Shaw.
These seven short choral Amens, each set in
common meter, are useful following hymns and
pastoral prayers or as choral benedictions. Voicings
are SAB and two-part mixed, with ample chordal
support from the keyboard accompaniment, which
may be played on either organ or piano. Refined
choral writing and narrow vocal ranges make these
short pieces suitable for use by choirs of any size.
11104070 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.00
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The Singer's Prayer—Rebecca Fair/
arr. Douglas Nolan. A precious and reverent
way to end worship, this brief piece has a simple
melody and a text that prays that our words and our
songs be those of our Lord. Well-balanced unison
and four-part writing is supported by a pleasantly
effective accompaniment.
11199350 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
L Three Blessings—Glenda Franklin. Here's a
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creative a cappella set of secular blessings that is
ideal as a concert finale, encore, benediction, or
for graduation. Whether performed individually or
in tandem, each of these brief selections offers a
sincere farewell wish sung in polished traditional
choral harmony.
11196299 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.05
INTROITS, RESPONSES
& BENEDICTIONS All Voicings
Enter into His courts with Praise!
