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Irish Blessing (Until We Meet Again)—
Michael John Trotta. "May the roads rise up
to meet you, may the winds be always at your
back... until we meet again." Available in a
cappella and accompanied versions, the lovely
choral texture utilizes straightforward rhythms
and close harmonies. Whether chosen for
its moving text, educational value, or soaring
optional descant, this piece is a wonderful choice
for both worship and concert settings.
10800151 SATB A Cappella Version . . . 3.30
11515245 SATB Accompanied Version . 3.40
An Irish Blessing—Anna Lapwood.
This expressive work was written as a parting
gift for organ scholar Andreana Chan and
later dedicated to the singers and organists of
Pembroke College, Cambridge. A lyrical melody
with flowing piano or harp accompaniment
supports primarily homophonic writing with
occasional divisi, offering accessible yet
expressive opportunities for developing and
advanced mixed or treble choirs.
11683595 SATB divisi, w/ Piano
or Harp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.80
11683596 Two-Part or SA divisi w/ Piano
or Harp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.65
Keep Your Children—Marianne Forman.
"God our Father, good and holy, keep your
children safe from harm; send your guardian
angels to them, shield them by your mighty arm."
This prayer for God's protection can be sung
by SATB choir with children's choir or with adult
solo. It is applicable both to children literally and
to all of us as God's children. The optional violin
part is included in the octavo.
11539978 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
Light of Grace—Andy Beck. Here's a warm
and heartfelt adaptation of traditional Irish and
English blessing texts. A gentle yet rhythmic
piano figure supports flowing vocal lines in this
memorable closer or send-off song for young
and developing singers, with the opportunity to
showcase a soloist.
11503249 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
11503250 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
11503251 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.25
10087537 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.25
1790880 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.25
4807194 Instrumental Parts:
for SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57.25
11315689 Full Score for SATB - Piccolo,
Oboe, Harp & Organ. . . . . . . 47.25
10644991 Full Score for SATB . . . . . . . 28.75
The Lord's Prayer—Marianne Forman.
Amid many settings of Christ's prayer, this
new offering stands out for its artfulness and
accessibility. The accompaniment and careful
voice leading will guide your choir in this through-
composed anthem. A gentle opening flows into
dramatic climactic moments, finally closing with
quiet "amens."
11539983 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
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—
Joseph M. Martin & Michael E. Showalter.
A special blessing for worship services, this piece
combines an attractive melody with a nurturing
message. Its brevity and accessibility make it an
excellent choice for a benediction.
11569238 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
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—
Gerald Gurss. A serene a cappella setting of
the beloved Irish blessing, this short work offers
a deeply moving interpretation of this timeless
sentiment. With its flowing melody and rich
harmonies, it's a perfect way to close a concert,
ceremony, or service.
11620401 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
11620402 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
May the Road Rise to Meet You—
Victor C. Johnson. Don't miss this elegant
setting of the traditional Irish blessing! Beautifully
melodic and singable, lyric vocal lines and a
gently flowing accompaniment combine to make
it an ideal closer for any performance. The
optional oboe obbligato adds warmth.
10366661 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
11393862 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
O Come, Let Us Sing (Psalm 95)—
Walter L. Pelz. This festive setting of Psalm 95
for choirs of any size will create a big sound with
its skillful part-writing. The organ accompaniment
supports the singing and adds a festive sparkle.
The accessible anthem is perfect as an introit or
call to worship, particularly for Lent (Year A) and
Christ the King.
11539777 SAB with Organ . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
Prayer of St. Patrick—Ethan McGrath.
This is a sublime setting of the much-loved
Irish prayer for protection that exudes serenity
and devotion. It is appropriate in a liturgical
or traditional setting as a benediction or
closing prayer.
11618276 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
A Sacred Blessing—Megan Faith &
Jon Paige. A comforting benediction, this brief
service closer is a gentle epilogue of peace for
the worshipping church. The voicing is perfect for
limited rehearsals. With music that is lovely and
heartfelt, it is a tender prayer of parting.
11596036 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
Seven Introits for Lent—David Lantz III.
This collection of seven Lenten introits is
written specifically for services starting with
Ash Wednesday and continuing through Palm
Sunday. The accompaniments for these minute
or less pieces are effective on either piano or
organ. With varied styles, the music is very
accessible to both vocalists and accompanists.
11638563 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.80
11638564 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.80
Welcome, Prayer, and Blessing—
Mark Patterson. Both inspiring and useful, this
collection of three short pieces provides a valuable
source of either quickly prepared short anthems or
service music that can be used as introit, blessing,
and benediction. Tuneful and accessible, with
optional congregational involvement, they vary in
style and are nicely accompanied.
11512114 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20
