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General Anthems
Sacred Ground—Benjamin Harlan. A
setting of a text by Michael Eller explores
the presence of God even in common,
everyday things: "Fill my gaze with heavenly
light, 'til common things are holy ground."
With a beautiful melody and accessible
harmonies, this anthem challenges the
worshiper to recognize the divine in every
moment of their lives.
11643044 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
Send the Fire!—Victor C. Johnson. This
original piece is a lively prayer asking God
to send us the Spirit in Jesus' name. With
its exciting call and response between the
choir's repeated refrain and a standout solo,
it's instantly engaging, easily learned, and fun
for all singers. A dynamic and joyful choice
for Pentecost or any spirited occasion.
11639195 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
The Servant Song—arr. Joel Raney. From
the Quick Study Chorals series, this anthem
pairs the popular hymn text with the tune
BEACH SPRING. It provides a fresh take on
the intriguing plea to serve one another by
helping others keep faith and walk in the
light of Christ.
11621605 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
The Shelter of Shalom—Craig Courtney.
"You make a shelter of Yourself, my
dwelling place, my home; a refuge in the
wilderness, a shelter of shalom. Lead
me home, lead me home, lead me home
at last to You." This setting poignantly
communicates Pamela Stewart's rich text
portraying God as our shelter throughout
our entire lives.
11594035 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
Shepherd, Savior, Lord—Michael E.
Showalter & Douglas Nolan. Melodically
and lyrically compelling, this anthem is
a heartfelt song of praise to the Lord, our
Shepherd. Crafted for success, the part
writing is approachable, the harmonies
warm and encouraging with a supportive
piano accompaniment.
11596037 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
Shout for Joy—Dan Davison. This
vigorous work based on Psalm 98 employs
alternating 3/4 and 6/8 meter with excellent
effect. The frequent changes of meter,
percussive quality of the accompaniment,
and nontraditional chord structure show
the influence of Spanish music on the
composer. The piece is short and quickly
learned, with lots of excitement to make it a
good opener.
10027666 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.00
11593000 SAB, SA(T)B or
Two-Part Mixed
(opt. Tenor) . . . . . . . . . . . 2.80
10568112 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
10027667 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
The Silence of Our Hearts—Marty Parks.
Poignant lyrics and a memorable melody
are paired in this highly distinctive offering.
This gentle petition of prayer is suitable for a
wide variety of worship services and will be
quickly learned by choirs large and small.
11593963 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
Sing a Grateful Hymn of Praise—Joel
Raney. This exuberant anthem of praise
begins with a stately presentation of
OLD
100TH
(the Doxology), then segues into
original material that flows seamlessly into
a verse from Fred Pratt Green's When in
Our Music God Is Glorified and culminates
in a glorious flurry of "alleluias!" A final
reprise to "make a joyful noise, and sing
a grateful hymn of praise" provides a
thrilling conclusion.
11621599 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
11621601 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . 15.95
11621602 3-5 Octave Handbells. . . 6.25
Sing God's Love—Stan Pethel. This
joyful song is set in a Latin style. Call-and-
response sections are paired with short
sections of unison and two-part harmonies.
This anthem is perfect any time a quick-
learn piece is needed. The orchestration
includes score and parts for piano, flute,
claves, cowbell, cymbal, guiro, shekere,
wood blocks, and electric bass.
11594503 Two-Part Mixed. . . . . . . . 2.40
11594504 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
11594511 Orchestration
CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00
Sing Joy, All Ye People—Joseph M.
Martin. Appropriate for any festive Sunday,
this regal anthem is a sonic sensation.
An exciting handbell part adds sparkle
to the choral writing. The hymn When
Morning Guilds the Skies is incorporated
in the setting and the text, appropriate for
use throughout the year and also offers a
Christmas option.
11620234 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
11624009E Instrumental Parts-
ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51.80
Sing Your Thanks to God!—Lloyd Larson.
Set to original music, this delightful anthem
is perfect for Thanksgiving and has an
updated text based on Thanks to God for
My Redeemer. The middle section adds
a touch of the familiar with a quote from
We Praise Thee, O God, Our Redeemer,
Creator using the tune
KREMSER.
11621603 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
Soli Deo Glorias—Brad Nix. A gift for
melody and choral writing shines brightly in
this anthem. Each verse spotlights God's
majesty, while the chorus focuses on
praise of Him alone. The accompaniment
is a joy to play, and the orchestration will
elevate your worship. Your singers will
enjoy preparing and presenting this offering.
11593957 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20
A Song of Thanks, a Call to Serve—arr.
Joseph M. Martin. This anthem offers a
fresh perspective on a classic message,
making it useful not only at Thanksgiving
but throughout the year. Festive flourishes
in the accompaniment partner with sturdy
unison and four-part writing to lift this
gesture of gratitude to lofty heights.
11620732 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
Soon I'm Goin' Home—Pepper Choplin.
This dynamic anthem for a cappella choir
and percussion has catchy melodies,
skillful vocal layering, and a soulful
descant. Your choir and congregation will
certainly enjoy this musical offering from a
beloved composer.
11593958 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
Spirit of God, Come and Dwell in Me
Now—John Carter. A beautiful choral
prayer beckons the Holy Spirit to come into
our lives and world. Using the words of Mary
Kay Beall as the text, it is set in a gentle 6/8
meter with a piano accompaniment that
supports the text with creative touches. The
choral writing is accessible to most choirs.
11640760 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.90
Stand Up and Bless the Lord—Stan
Pethel. This buoyant Baroque-style
anthem uses well-known texts. A lively
melody is first sung in unison, repeated
with SATB parts, then modulates for a final
verse. Moving quarter notes and colorful
harmonies resolve in a confident ending,
musically echoing the song's message of
delight in God's sovereignty.
11619525 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
11619527 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
Summons to Praise—David Schwoebel.
An antiphonal call of praise and psalm-based
text encourages us to use music to herald the
truths of the faith. The 6/8 rhythm creates a
mood of hope, and strategic dynamics will
engage your congregation. A reflective a
cappella section leads into a key change and
then a return of the antiphonal praise.
11642630 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.55
Surrender—Heather Sorenson. This
anthem embraces a beautiful blending of
message and music, with sensitive melodic
gestures and well-considered choral
textures underscoring a truly profound
text. Crafted for emotional impact, let this
heartfelt sacred song find a place in your
worship and fill your sanctuary with grace.
11620735 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
Ten Thousand Charms—arr. Sean Paul.
This evocative tone poem brings new
insight into a treasured hymn of faith. It
overflows with hope and grace and will
make a wonderful choice for communion or
any moment of invitation and reflection. The
optional cello part creates an atmosphere of
richness and depth.
11620728 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
This Love of God—Amber R. Maxwell/
arr. Heather Sorenson. An impressive song
enhanced by a truly inspired arrangement,
this peaceful poem of assurance is
decorated with luminous harmonies, word-
sensitive melodic lines, an artful piano
accompaniment, and a stirring optional
cello part.
11595144 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
Those Who Wait—Craig Courtney. This
heartfelt anthem forms a direct plea for
God's compassion and sustaining help
during the dry and barren seasons of life. It
is an eloquent request in times of struggle,
offering a message of hope. The optional
string quartet speaks vividly and directly.
11643047 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
Trust in the Lord—Mary McDonald. With
a text based on Proverbs 3:5-6, this gentle
anthem is an earnest call to fully commit
oneself to trusting the Lord to direct one's
path in life. The flowing triplets in the piano
accompaniment set the tone for a grace-
filled musical setting of the scripture.
11621607 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
Unshakable—Karen Marrolli. An original
text based on Romans 8:30-39 repeats the
phrase "nothing can separate us" several
times in the beginning to reinforce the
understanding of the text and the never-
wavering love of God. The optional violin
and cello add texture and greatly enhance
the flowing choral writing.
11618296 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20
11618297 Instrumental Parts-
Violin/cello . . . . . . . . . . . 11.50
Unspoken—Ruth Elaine Schram/arr. Victor
C. Johnson. This lovingly arranged song
has flowing vocal lines and rich harmonies.
The impeccable piano accompaniment is a
joy to play, while the optional cello obbligato
adds an extra layer of depth and beauty. An
exceptional choice for general worship or
services focusing on social justice.
11619104 SATB with
Piano & Cello . . . . . . . . . 2.95
11619106E Instrumental Parts-
Cello ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . 5.95
The Voice of God—Joel Snyder & Jane
Kozhevnikova. Yearning for divine guidance
amid hardship, this uplifting original anthem
offers grace, hope, love, and mercy. With
an optional solo opening, a heartfelt
chorus, and a climactic key change, your
congregation will be encouraged and
inspired with the promise of a new dawn.
11619303 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
We Lift Up Our Voices—Karen Marrolli.
This uplifting and joyful expression of praise
features an original text by Charles Anthony
Silvestri. The optional violin part adds vitality
and color to the composition with phrases
of For the Beauty of the Earth used toward
the end. A descant is also added on the last
verse to join all voices in honor and praise.
11593494 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.00
11593495 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . 5.00
We Resist (Prayer Chant)—Mark A. Miller.
A powerful call for justice, compassion,
and reconciliation, this original work urges
communities to resist hatred, welcome the
stranger, love their neighbor, and seek to
embody faith in action. Easily learned with
a memorable melody, soulful repetition, and
an accessible structure, it allows choirs to
sing with conviction and clarity.
11642476 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.15
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