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Sing Praise to the Triune God—David
Lantz III. Here is an exciting and useful text
for Trinity Sunday or general use. The setting
is upbeat and rhythmic in style, accessible
to smaller choirs yet challenging enough to
make it interesting and fun to sing. A soaring
descant, though optional, enhances the theme
of praise. Your singers will enjoy preparing and
performing this one!
11414647 SATB (some divisi). . . . . . . 2.10
Sing to God for He Is Good—Bryan Sharpe.
Incorporating strains of the familiar OLD
HUNDREDTH
tune and text with new words
and music, this energetic anthem of
thankfulness and praise features call-and-
response choral parts and a flowing, fully
supportive accompaniment. Easily prepared,
it's equally effective as a general praise or
Thanksgiving anthem.
11393829 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
Still, Small Voice—Douglas Nolan. Gentle
and sweet, this accessible anthem for worship
is a quiet call to listen in the silence for the still,
small voice of God. The lovely melody with a
somewhat lower vocal range brings warmth
and a conversational element to your service.
The piano supports and adds color to this
reflective anthem.
11374131 Two-Part Mixed. . . . . . . . . 2.20
The Stranger's Guise—Karen Marrolli. This
traditional Gaelic poem, The Rune of Hospitality,
is given a setting reflective of its Celtic heritage
with the addition of an idiomatic violin part. This
anthem will pair well with any service reading
of Matthew 25:35 or Hebrews 13:2, which
emphasize hospitality to strangers.
11413066 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.65
11413067 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . . 5.00
Things That Never Die—Brad Nix. The
thoughtful poem by Charles Dickens provides
the inspiration for this lovely work. "The pure,
the bright, the beautiful that stirred our hearts
in youth... the striving after better hopes; these
things can never die." With this comforting
message, both church and school ensembles
will be enriched by this musical setting.
11348366 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
Think on These Things—Lee Dengler. This
lovely anthem is a gentle admonition to linger
only on the noble Christ-honoring things of
life and to turn from those things that would
hamper our walk of faith. With creative use of
linear writing, the composer creates a tapestry
of sound that is engaging and appropriate to
the spirit of the text.
11416477 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
To Be Your Song—Joseph M. Martin. Filled
with text imagery, this anthem is a sincere
expression of faithful service through music:
"I long to be Your song." An arching melodic
contour is complemented by the driving
accompaniment. Both unison and well-crafted
four-part writing provide contrast and interest.
11393979 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
To Praise the Lord—Joseph M. Martin.
This exciting anthem of praise alternates 6/8
and 4/4 meters that follow the text naturally
with energetic syncopation. Opening with
unison voices, it adds descanting alleluias in
verse two, then rises in energy as the texture
thickens. The contrasting B section has word
painting and special vocal effects.
11393980 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
11393981 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
To Sing Once More—Craig Courtney. "Awake
our souls to sing once more the songs that long
have silent been..." Expressing relief and joy for
the gift of singing after a time of silence or loss,
this beautiful and poignant setting of Jonathan
Cook's text will enrich general worship or any
service of comfort and healing.
11395420 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
To the Ends of the Earth—David Lantz
III. This exciting, nearly six-minute work
expounds on the theme Ite, inflammate
omnia! ("Go forth, and set the world on fire!"),
a missional command to spread the word
and love of Christ "to the ends of the earth."
The contrasting middle section includes
text adapted from Psalm 105. With optional
concert band accompaniment, this majestic
anthem includes a strong and uplifting ending.
Commissioned by Scranton University for the
inauguration of their new president. Use for
special occasions, concert, and general use.
11390457 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
11390473 Concert Band . . . . . . . . . 70.00
Ukrainian Alleluia—Craig Courtney. Written
as a result of a mission trip, this work is
sure to uplift ensemble and audience alike.
The a cappella setting is worthy of festival
consideration as well as a sacred concert
selection for your better choir. Rewarding
in message and in musical quality, this
contemporary prayer shines brightly as a
message of hope and perseverance.
10041487 SSAATTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10312003 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
Umoja Tunaimba (United We Sing)—
Victor C. Johnson. This energetic original
composition proclaims a message of justice
and peace. Perfect for school, church, concert,
or community, bring voices together and stand
in 'Umoja (Unity)!' A piano part is included, but
performance can simply be accompanied by
the included percussion part.
11393661 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.60
11393662 P/A CD & Split Track . . . . 29.95
Wait for the Lord—Mark A. Miller. In
this vocally accessible gospel anthem,
each section of the choir has its moment to
shine. This uplifting piece offers a message
of hope: "Those who wait for the Lord shall
live!" Perform as written with the piano
accompaniment or add a rhythm section for
a stirring performance.
11416989 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.45
We Are God's Servants—arr. Lloyd Larson.
Full of assurance and confidence, this festive
selection is a call to ministry. Using the hymn
tune
ST PETER, the original text asks God's
guidance that we might serve others. Optional
B-flat trumpet enhances the regal nature of
this anthem.
11416829 SATB opt. Trumpet . . . . . . 2.20
We Are Held—Susan LaBarr & Jim Wilson.
In times of trial, there is great comfort in being
held. Robert Bode's encouraging text reflects
upon the ways in which all things are held
together. The gentle ballad setting is lyrical
and approachable, and allows space for the
emotion of the text to shine through for either
concerts or services.
11392535 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.85
We Are Not Alone—Pepper Choplin. "We
are not alone, God is with us." Here is a piece
that succinctly captures a confident thought
and presents it in a straightforward, honest
way. The choir supplies rhythmic energy
while the soloist glides above in smooth
sustained lines. Accessible and effective with
large or smaller choirs, this piece touches
the heart with its simple but profound
message. Originally conceived as an a
cappella anthem, the optional orchestration
adds a dramatic element.
8071348 SATB A Cappella. . . . . . . . 2.50
11317770 SATB Accompanied . . . . . 2.50
11317772 SSA Opt. A Cappella . . . . . 2.50
11317773 TTBB Opt. A Cappella . . . . 2.50
We Know That Nothing Separates Us—
Lloyd Larson. This stunning anthem opens with
original music on text adapted from Romans
8:38-39. Superbly crafted, it incorporates
the hymn tune
DIADEMATA with a new text,
organ or piano accompaniment, and nicely
varied vocal textures including some divisi and
an a cappella section. Flowing through key
changes, it builds to the bold final statement:
"Nothing separates us from the love of God in
Jesus Christ, our Lord!"
11393831 SATB w/organ or piano . . . 3.20
We Walk by Faith—Karen Marrolli. An
original melody for a familiar and comforting
text by Henry Alford, these settings are
accessible for choirs of various sizes. Optional
divisi is given for larger choirs, and a solo
version is also available.
11373309 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
11373310 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
Whatever May Be—David Lantz III. This
profound text by Thomas Henry Roehrich is
a warm reminder to cast all our cares upon
Him, for no matter what, His love never fails.
The chorus, "Slow me down, that I might see
that the love You have for me shall be mine
eternally, whatever may be" gives assurance,
and the upbeat, syncopated melody lingers
long after the anthem is done. Use for a
general anthem, prayer response, or as a
post-Easter anthem.
11414643 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
Why Do You Worry?—Pepper Choplin.
Based on the words of Matthew 6:26-29,
this graceful anthem encourages us to rely
on God's promises to comfort and provide in
good times and bad. Comfortable vocal ranges
with creative chords and textures provide deep
musicality in this accessible anthem.
11415868 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
With a Voice of Singing—Martin Shaw.
This joyous work is a choral classic that is
appropriate for any festive occasion. With
easy-to-sing harmonies and unison passages,
it is an absolute must for every choral library.
Your choirs and listeners will always appreciate
its vibrant beauty.
426601 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
426510 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
Wonderful Grace—Cindy Ovokaitys/arr.
Charles McCartha. This upbeat anthem of
praise is set with a Caribbean flavor enlivened
by optional percussion. The easy intertwining
of melodies and the addition of a final descant
make this a great choice for smaller choirs or
youth choirs. Referencing Amazing Grace, the
text invites everyone to "boldly shout out the
story of God's amazing grace!"
11393990 Two-Part Mixed. . . . . . . . . 2.20
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