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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
D A Celtic Blessing—Patricia Thompson/
arr. Joseph M. Martin. 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
l Christ Be With You (A Parting Blessing for
Choir and Congregation)—Philip Hayden.
Simple and yet so perfect for the closing of
a worship gathering, this "small but mighty"
blessing will enfold your church in the arms of
assurance and grace. Accessible, yet rich in
meaning, this benediction is a great addition to
your weekly worship.
11373453 Unison. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.20
Communion Antiphons for the Easter
Season—Christoph Tietze. Antiphons for
use during communion during the Easter
Season. For unison choir, cantor, assembly,
with optional descant. Topics: Eternal Life,
Ascension, Glory of God, Joy, Pentecost,
Resurrection. Full score and cantor/choir
editions available.
11340537 Unison/Mixed Full Score . . . .12.95
11340539 Octavo Choir Edition . . . . . . . .5.00
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 Instrumental Parts
String Quartet . . . . . . . . . . . . .35.00
Entrance Antiphons for the Easter
Season—arr. Maureen Briare. This simple
and solemn arrangement of The Roman Missal
Entrance Antiphons sets a prayerful and
jubilant tone for each of the Sundays of the
Easter Season. Flexible performance options
are included, from full choir, organ, guitar, and
handbells to simply cantor and keyboard. Since
these antiphons are not lengthy, if there is to
be a short entrance procession, this setting
could be used as the song for the entrance
procession. "Alleluia!"
11316912 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.65
HD 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
4825725 Handbells-A Gaelic Blessing
3-5 Octaves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.70
t God Be in My Head—Robert A. Hobby.
An a cappella setting of this lovely text first
appeared in the Book of Hours (1541.) 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
HD God Be in My Head—John Rutter.
t 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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .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. 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
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
HD 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. 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
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
lL May You Abound in Hope—
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Anne Krentz Organ. This moving choral
benediction based on Romans 15:13 was
commissioned by the Duke University Chapel
Choir. The text is both affirming and comforting:
"May the God of hope bring you joy. May the
God of hope bring you peace."
11373297 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.95
L O Come, Let Us Sing to the Lord—
Charles Callahan. This collection of six short
introits 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
L Prayer of St. Patrick—Michael John Trotta.
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This beautiful historic Irish blessing is a prayer
that is well known and loved the world over.
Set with a peaceful rhythmic simplicity, this
expressive a cappella setting allows the text to
shine through, bringing comfort and hope to all
who hear. The optional descant soars above
and is an ideal way to add additional shimmer
with solo voice or obbligato instrument. A lovely
way to close a service or concert.
11372333 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.50
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
L 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
D 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
Lt Three Blessings—Glenda Franklin. Here's a
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, AMENS & BENEDICTIONS
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