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The Blessing Is You—Mark Burrows.
This anthem speaks beautiful words of
assurance and blessing to all who hear it. The
graceful melody combined with a beautiful lyric
that includes the treasured Numbers 6 blessing
will make this an inspired choice for retirement,
graduation, or confirmation Sundays.
11415858 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
A Choral Amen—Marianne Forman.
This short but soaring "Amen" can be sung
a cappella or accompanied with the simple
piano part included. Try it as a benediction, a
choral reflection, or as a short farewell to close
a service or concert.
11416633 SATB divisi, or SSATB . . . . . . . 2.25
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
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.85
11341295 Instrumental Parts
String Quartet . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35.00
Deep Peace—Daniel Lynch. This lyrical setting
of a favorite Irish blessing is very accessible
to mixed-voice ensembles. It works great as a
benediction as well as for graduations.
11416010 SSATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.65
11416011 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.65
11416012 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.65
Divine Encounter: III. The Blessing—
Craig Courtney. The third movement of the
trilogy Divine Encounter is a newly composed
benediction based on the traditional text from
Numbers 6:24-26. As Jesus blessed and
multiplied the fish and bread, so God blesses
the offering we bring to Him. The melody, which
is one huge arc, is stated twice, creating a
simple, sincere message of peace and rest.
11375956 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
11416618 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
11416619 TTBB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
11375957 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24.95
11375958 Instrumental Parts
Brass Sextet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30.00
11375959 Instrumental Parts
String Quartet . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00
11375960 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80.00
11375961 Alternate piano
accompaniment . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.95
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 . . . . . . . . . . 45.95
10650736 Full Score for SATB version. . 27.95
4825725 3-5 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . 2.95
Go With God in the Spirit of Love—
Gregg Sewell. Beautiful in its simplicity and
easy to learn, this piece is a wonderful choice
as a benediction or song of sending forth. The
melody is first shared as a unison line that the
congregation can sing all the way through.
The choral writing grows to two parts with the
second stanza, then finally blossoms into four
parts for the final blessing.
11416734 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
God Be in My Head—John Rutter.
A gorgeous setting of the well-known English
prayer text. Available in a variety of voicings,
this blessing is a wonderful way to conclude a
service or performance.
1420025 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.00
1693951 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.60
11381521 TTBB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.60
God Be in My Head—Daniel Schwandt.
This setting of the well-known blessing
attributed to St. Patrick is ideal for small choirs.
After a unison treble opening, the men's
voices join in a simple yet expressive choral
prayer befitting the text. Organ, piano, or other
keyboard accompaniment may be used.
11395288 Two-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
Jesus Said (Seven Choral Preludes)—
Carol Browning. This collection of short a
cappella pieces is based on seven familiar
messages of Jesus: I Am the Way; Do Not Let
Your Hearts Be Troubled; Feed My Lambs, Tend
My Sheep; Let the Children Come to Me; A New
Commandment; Live in My Love, Abide in My
Love and Peace, Be Still.
11416738 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
Kapayapaan, Peace Be with You—
Maria Nieva. Freely adapted from the well-
known prayer of St. Francis, this lovely setting
intersperses the Filipino word kapayapaan,
meaning "peace be with you," throughout
the English text. The setting is ideal for
congregations with an English-speaking majority
who are looking to demonstrate the universal
and cross-cultural appeal of God's message of
love and peace. There are accompaniments for
piano and guitar in the octavo. Parts for string
quartet are available separately.
11415779 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.85
Long Fare You Well—
arr. Undine Smith Moore/
ed. Marques L. A. Garrett. This arrangement
of the lesser-known spiritual Long Fare You
Well builds on the expressive melody by
incorporating fragments of the tune throughout
the choral writing and culminates in a glorious
final stanza. A fitting benediction to any service
or concert and especially appropriate when
wishing Godspeed to departing members.
11416582 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
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
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 . . . . . . . . . . 45.95
11315689 Full Score for SATB Version -
Piccolo, Oboe,
Harp & Organ . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37.95
10644991 Full Score for SATB Version . 22.95
May the Grace of Christ—Joseph M. Martin.
A New Testament blessing flows in a stream
of lovely melodic lines and graceful harmonies.
Creative vocal progressions provide a fresh
soundscape, and two endings are provided for
maximum flexibility.
11416681 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
May the Peace of Christ -with- Dona Nobis
Pacem—arr. Mary McDonald. This flowing
multigenerational anthem of peace begins
with the well-known Dona Nobis Pacem with
optional treble and youth choirs. The SATB choir
explores text which provides a sense of blessing
and mission as we share Christ's peace and
love. The two groups blend Latin and English in
an interplay that can include the congregation
before concluding with a soft "Amen" and
"pacem." An optional violin part is included
providing another layer to this beautiful blessing.
11397202 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
May the Road Rise to Meet You—
Victor C. Johnson. Don't miss this elegant
setting of the traditional Irish Blessing - it
is beautifully melodic and singable. With
lyrical vocal lines and a gently flowing
accompaniment, it is the ideal closer for any
performance, and the optional oboe obbligato
adds warmth.
11393862 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
A Parting Prayer—Stan Pethel. This gentle
and moving benediction is a setting of the text
from the time-tested and beloved God Be in
My Head from the Sarum Primer. The anthem
also incorporates the hymn God Be with You
till We Meet Again before returning to the
opening text. From its contemplative opening to
quietly soaring moments, this plaintive prayer is
inspired and beautiful. Optional orchestration.
11417856 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
11417857 Orchestration CD-ROM . . . . . 50.00
Peace I Give to You—Matt Podd.
This blessing of comfort and peace begins
simply and develops gradually, blossoming into
a tapestry of rich harmony and counterpoint.
The layered harmonies and powerful repetition
reinforce the truth of the lyrics adapted from
scripture: "Do not let your hearts be troubled.
Do not be afraid."
11416254 SATB or SSATB . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
11416255 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
11416256 Instrumental Parts Clarinet . . . 1.00
Prayer of St. Patrick—Michael John Trotta.
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.90
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