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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, 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—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 a plentiful
bounty of 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.
11566088 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20
11566089 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20
11566090 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20
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 verse which adds
descant and optional congregation. Great for
Thanksgiving and for worship throughout the
year. Optional orchestration is available.
11514115 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
11530824E Instrumental Parts
ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86.30
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 (Psalm 105)—Mark Shepperd.
A festive composition with a text focused on
Psalm 105:1-5 that encourages all to give
praise to the Lord . The congregation is invited
to sing the statements of giving thanks sung in
the vocal parts. A flowing piano accompaniment
completes this offering for Thanksgiving.
11538017 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.65
11538018 Two-Part Mixed. . . . . . . . . . . 2.65
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
11514336 Full Score & Handbell Part,
Reproducible. . . . . . . . . . . .14.95
Glad Praises We Sing—arr. Patti Drennan.
Brimming with excitement from beginning
to end, this Thanksgiving anthem will soon
become a cherished favorite. Julia C. Cory's
time-honored lyrics have been skillfully paired
with the famous Welsh folk melody ASH GROVE.
This setting from the Singable Solutions Series
uses classical flourishes. An optional flute (or C
instrument) part is also available.
11565444 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
11565447E Instrumental Parts
Flute ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.95
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51.80
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
In All Things, Give Thanks—Victor C.
Johnson. An offering of gratitude for the
seasons of life, this lovely anthem reminds us
to live abundantly with a heart of praise. Written
in 3/4, it provides many expressive moments,
with a singable melody and a nicely shaded
harmonic language.
11513925 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
In Grateful Praise—David Lantz III. This
anthem for Thanksgiving or general praise,
utilizes a beautifully crafted text by Susan
Boersma. "Lift your hearts in grateful praise.
Our God is great and powerful" provides
assurance that God is in control. With a relaxed
yet steady beat, sopranos take the lead in
many places, and your basses will love the
comfortable range!
11390446 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
11565184 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
Joyful Thanksgiving—Joseph M. Martin. This
Thanksgiving offering is based on the hymn
tune
KREMSER. Original material presented in
unison gives way to the familiar hymn tune with
gentle syncopations and accessible vocal lines.
Easily prepared in one or two rehearsals, this
piece radiates joy as well as thanks.
10454580 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
11515054 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
Lift Up Your Voice and Sing—Joel Raney.
Incorporating All Creatures of Our God
and King, this festival anthem pairs the
traditional text with an original rhythmic theme.
Employing some mixed meter, it drives towards
the eventual entrance of the
LASST UNS
ERFREUEN
tune, propelled by a driving piano
accompaniment and crowned by a brilliant
3-octave handbells option.
11393424 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
My New Thanksgiving—Lloyd Larson.
Tuneful melodies in 6/8 and 3/8 give a nice
flow to this offering of thanks for our abundant
lives in Christ. The easily learned parts pair with
a supportive accompaniment and are crowned
by an optional C-instrument part (included).
11569239 SATB opt. Flute. . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
Now Thank We All Our God—arr. Marianne
Forman. Phrases of
NUN DANKET float in
and gradually establish themselves using
unexpected meter and rhythm. The stanzas of
the hymn build in texture and strength to the
very end. Suitable for Thanksgiving season or
any time of thanks in general worship.
11568359 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
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