Editors' Choice 2023 New Basic Library Large Print Edition A Cappella Available via ePrint Downloadable All Prices in U.S. Dollars & Subject To Publisher Revision
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THANKSGIVING
Thanksgiving
Adult Choir
Appalachian Grace (Our Song of Endless
Praise)—arr. Diane Hannibal & Joel Raney.
The early American tune
LAND OF REST
receives new text that includes quotes from
For the Beauty of the Earth and Amazing
Grace. An engaging piano groove provides
a rustic underpinning for the vocals, sounded
first in unison and then with two-part choir.
The original refrain opens up to an engaging
four-part section that showcases the choir and
provides a memorable close.
11201297 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
Asante Mungu (Thank You, God)—Jennifer
Klein & Karen Crane. Perfect for Thanksgiving
or at any time of year, this African-inspired song
will be fun for children to learn and sing while
also teaching an important message. This
original song uses a text with Swahili words of
thanks and their English translation paired with
a catchy melody. It may be sung in unison or
with the optional second part for some simple
harmony. An optional drum part makes it even
more fun!
11417407 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
Bless This House—Victor C Johnson. This
setting of the classic text features a warm,
lyrical melody framed in beautiful choral
textures and layers. The anthem's crowning
moment comes as the choir sings, "Bless
us all that one day we may dwell with Thee."
Following this, a brief "Amen" section brings the
music to a gentle conclusion.
11512692 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
Come Before the Giver—trib. Franz Joseph
Haydn/arr. Jon Paige. A reimagining of the St.
Anthony Chorale, this majestic anthem is great
for Thanksgiving or general worship. The familiar
music is paired with a new text: "Come before
the Giver, bringing songs of grateful praises."
Reliable part-writing employs good choral
tessituras, with a descant on the final verse. The
keyboard accompaniment can be supplemented
by an optional instrumental package.
11393420 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
11407395E Instrumental Parts ePrint . .45.00
Come, Ye Thankful People, Come—arr. Paul
Sjolund, Fred Bock & Richard A. Nichols. This
wonderful setting of a favorite Thanksgiving
hymn starts with a majestic organ introduction
followed by a stanza sung in unison. A cappella
phrases offer contrast to the full organ and
choral sound; the piece ends with a glorious a
cappella "Amen" followed by an organ fanfare.
Optional brass parts are downloadable from
the publisher website.
11396103 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
Come, Let Us Sing and Give Thanks—
arr. Stacey Nordmeyer. The immediately
recognizable tune
SIMPLE GIFTS establishes
this anthem instantly with listeners while an
original text provides a theme of thankfulness.
The lively accompaniment dances with
syncopation under a choral texture that varies
from unison to call-and-response to four-part,
making it a quick learn for choirs of any size.
11393952 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
Come, Ye Thankful People, Come—George
J. Elvey/arr. Jantz A. Black. This charming
arrangement for Thanksgiving uses 3+3+2+2
rhythms that lend a fresh perspective to the
familiar hymn
ST. GEORGE'S WINDSOR. Upbeat
first and third verses surround a tranquil,
melodious second verse which adds interest
and contrast to this classic harvest hymn.
11393629 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.80
Come, Ye Thankful People, Come—arr.
Mark Hayes. This magnificent arrangement of
ST. GEORGE'S WINDSOR is scored for choir and
four-hand piano (optional two-hand). The vocal
texture varies by verse, and after an interlude
with a key change, the choir is joined by
congregation and descant, building to a stanza
of the Doxology (OLD
HUNDREDTH), closing
with choir amens. This is certain to become a
Thanksgiving worship standard.
11393803 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20
Count Your Blessings—Andy Beck. This
simple song of gratitude celebrates plentiful
good things. It begins and ends sweetly,
building to a sweeping descant-topped refrain.
It's an expressive way to offer thanks at your
concert or service.
11413693E SATB ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.99
11413694E SAB ePrint. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.99
11413695E Two-Part ePrint. . . . . . . . . . . 2.99
Embrace the Day—Pepper Choplin. This
original composition with limited four-part
writing is suitable for smaller ensembles or
choirs with limited rehearsal time. Well crafted,
and briefly quoting
OLD 100TH, this charming
original urges us to "embrace the blessings of
the Lord, all the things we're thankful for."
11393633 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.80
Enter His Courts With Praise!—Marty Parks.
This energetic anthem will be the perfect service
opener during the Thanksgiving season or
any time of the year. Set in a buoyant 6/8, the
endearing melody is quickly learned, and the
idiomatic piano part is fun to play. An optional
trumpet part is also available as a free download.
11512695 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
Fantasia on "To God Be the Glory"—arr.
Mark Hayes. Opening and closing with a brilliant
divisi fanfare, this inspired setting of
TO GOD BE
THE GLORY
is perfectly paced, with dazzling
color and expert choral texturing. Verses
one and two are unison and SATB textures,
respectively. A slower, mostly a cappella section
follows, colored with beautiful harmonies.
The tempo and dynamics increase, signaling
the final hymn verse which adds descant
and optional congregation. Great for worship
throughout the year and for Thanksgiving.
Optional orchestration is available.
11514115 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
For the Beauty of the Earth—arr. Eric Nelson.
This refreshing setting of the hymn tune
DIX is
set in a flowing 3/2 meter which extends the
phrases of the familiar hymn. This shift in meter
allows for a seamless blend into a verse of the
CRUSADER'S HYMN ("Fair are the meadows...")
before returning to the final verse. Well crafted
and accessible, use this lovely arrangement
throughout the church year.
11416035 SATB w/organ. . . . . . . . . . . . 2.65
For the Beauty of the Earth—John Rutter. This
masterful anthem is one that has connected with
singers and congregations all over the globe. It
is a timeless anthem you'll come back to each
and every year. Full instrumentation includes
strings, winds, harp (playable on keyboard),
and drums. Reduced orchestration includes
flute, oboe, harp, and organ. Instrumental lines
soar as beautifully as the vocal melody. A multi-
generational favorite, this is a tasteful blend of
text and musical expression.
1418599 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.65
1363399 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
10432346 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.65
10664870 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31.50
4534657 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . . .72.50
11315690 Full Score Flute, Oboe,
Harp & Organ . . . . . . . . . . .40.99
For This Joy—arr. Susan LaBarr. Charles
Anthony Silvestri's text breathes new life into
an age-old hymn tune,
LOBE DEN HERREN.
Extolling the beauty of nature and all of life,
this modern setting employs a tenderness
and subtlety with a gently spinning piano
accompaniment and clarinet obbligato
throughout that brings awareness to the text.
11371557 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.10
Give Thanks—Marianne Forman. The anthem
begins a cappella, from which a flowing piano
part emerges that supports masterful choral
writing. A skilled accompanist is required, as
the accompaniment is full and rich, balancing
the choral texture. Based on Psalm 136,
this memorable piece is a stunning addition
to worship any time of year, but particularly
at Thanksgiving.
11397081 SATB alto divisi. . . . . . . . . . . 2.45
Give Thanks to God—Lloyd Larson. This
charming original composition is appropriate
for Thanksgiving or general use. The jubilant
opening and closing sections feature some
antiphonal singing, and Now Thank We All Our
God is briefly quoted in the middle section. The
choral parts are accessible and easily learned,
and the optional two-octave handbell part adds
a festive touch.
11514335 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.90
11514336 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . . .14.95
Grateful Praise—Lloyd Larson. Pairing
the text of For the Beauty of the Earth with
original music, this lovely anthem of praise
is ideal for thanksgiving, praise, and other
services of gratitude.
11416764 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.90
A Harvest of Thanksgiving—Stacey
Nordmeyer. With a spirit of gratitude, this
approachable and singable anthem is a terrific
opener for a harvest service. The music lilts
with a message proclaiming that we are
abundantly blessed, and a quote from the
celebrated We Gather Together adds warmth
and appeal. Creative modal harmonies give
this piece an ancient and modern feel that is
welcome in many styles of worship. Note: the
two-part voicing is in a lower key with simplified
piano accompaniment.
11000097 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
11347834 Two-Part Mixed. . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
11000099E Instrumental Parts ePrint . .45.00
I Will Give Thanks—Craig Courtney. This
adaptation of various psalm texts creates
a quiet reflection of gratitude that gradually
crescendos to an overwhelming outpouring of
praise. An eloquent expression of thanksgiving
for the fall season or any general worship.
11514063 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
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