CHURCH MUSIC CATALOG SPRING 2 0 2 2
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A Return to Singing “There is no education like adversity.” —Disraeli This quote sums up how many of us feel about this past year and the myriad number of things we have had to learn. We found out how to do virtual rehearsals, stream our concerts and worship services, and at the same time, try to imagine what the future holds when we reassemble. Staying connected to colleagues and learning from each other has been crucial. Online conferences and virtual meetings certainly can’t replace the benefits of in-person contact, but it can allow us to hear each other and discover new ideas. With that in mind, this catalog is designed to not only show you what is new, but also to give help and
encouragement. I recently interviewed six well-known, creative choral conductors to discover what they have experienced and are doing to move forward after the pandemic. Beginning with Elizabeth Nuñez below, we have summarized the key points of each interview, and spread them throughout the choral section of this catalog. The complete interviews are available on our website and YouTube channel. The future may still be a bit uncertain, but it is our hope that we can begin making progress toward revitalized and exciting music making. Mark W. Lawson, President
ELIZABETH NUÑEZ is the Associate Artistic Director of the award-winning Young People’s Chorus of New York City and the founding artistic director of the SoHarmoniums Women’s Choir. As director of the YPC School Choruses program she creates and oversees YPC’s unique curriculum of music education and performance for over 1,200 children in 20 New York City schools.
» Think about your mission and help people connect to that mission. » Ask questions of yourself. What is our culture? What are our core values? What is our mission? » Set up your rehearsal space to reflect your culture. » Call and text choristers to stay connected. » Check in emotionally with colleagues and work at keeping the band together. » Emphasize hope.
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CONTENTS CHORAL Lent / Easter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–7 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–11 Multi-Movement Works . . . . . 12–13 ORGAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14–17 INSTRUMENTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18–21 PIANO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22–23 VOCAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24–25 HANDBELL & CHILDREN . . 26–29
Revised Common Lectionary
Catholic Lectionary
The People’s Psalter Hal H. Hopson An accessible collection of responsorial psalms for use throughout the church year. Each psalm appointed in the three-year Lectionary is included. Features: • A total of 117 different settings • Melodies drawn from over 25 countries around the world • Eloquently simple, easily learned refrains • Opportunity for creative use of Unison Children’s voices and/or Adult choirs and Cantors of all ages • Variety of accompaniments that are interesting and indigenous to each melody • Creative use of piano, organ, melody/descant instrument, handbells, percussion • Includes reproducible refrains for congregation and reproducible parts for instrumentalists • Includes CD with congregational refrains in both PDF and TIFF format
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The Five Graces Psalter Lectionary Psalms Luke Mayernik SATB, Descant, Cantor, Assembly, Organ or Piano, with opt. Guitar This collection of Responsorial Psalms for the entire three-year Lectionary cycle is a welcome and worthy addition to the repertoire of Lectionary Psalms. Award-winning composer and organist Luke Mayernik has crafted memorable settings infused with harmonic freshness and melodic appeal— settings that bear the weight of the emotion and liturgical importance of the psalms. Psalm tones are intended for SATB Choir as well as cantor, and the accompaniments are suitable for organ, piano, and/or guitar. ICEL refrains are paired with verses from The Revised Grail Psalms, approved for liturgical use in 2010.
80-416 $39.95
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4 | CHORAL
LENT— NEW Were You There Kyle Pederson
God Loved the World
SATB and Piano This version of the great spiritual is rich in text painting and digs deep into the emotions portrayed in the words. Very emotional and compelling. Medium
Michael Burkhardt SATB and Organ, with opt. Congregation A setting of the familiar passage from John 3:16. Particularly appropriate for the beginning of the Lenten season. A reproducible page for congregation is included in the score and is available as a download. Moderately Easy
50-3106 Choral Score
50-6165
$1.95
Choral Score
$2.25
Go to Dark Gethsemane Matthew Culloton SATB and Piano A choral setting of the well-known Lenten text by James Montgomery.
Behold the Lamb of God
Moderately Easy 50-6527 Choral Score
John A. Behnke SAB and opt. Keyboard An anthem that incorporates accessible contrapuntal technique and can be used during Lent, or communion. Moderately Easy
50-5217 Choral Score
Create in Me a Clean Heart Matthew Culloton $1.95
Now on SoundCloud LISTEN ON THE GO from your phone, in your car, and at rehearsals! SCAN BELOW to discover playlists such as New Choral Music for Lent and Easter.
SOUNDCLOUD PLAYLISTS
$1.95
Soprano Solo, SATB, and Piano Psalm 51 set in an accessible style. Very useful for the beginning of Lent or for other times in the church year. A beautiful descant appears over the established melody for a beautiful conclusion to this lovely piece. Moderately Easy
50-6321 Choral Score
$2.25
KEVIN McBETH is the director of the St. Louis Symphony’s IN UNISON Chorus and Holiday Festival Chorus. He is also the Director of Music and Worship at the Manchester United Methodist Church in St. Louis, Missouri.
» Starting back is more like using a “dial” than a “switch.” It is important to come back at the correct pace for your group. » Communication with the group is of utmost importance during this time. Increase communication and be transparent about plans. » Fill the folders with things the choir wants to sing. Help them feel good about singing again. » Work at building community. Continue using tools like zoom to help people connect and talk. » Encourage church leaders, or organizational leaders to welcome the singers back and emphasize the importance of what they are doing.
LENT—Recent
CHORAL | 5
Lord, Who Throughout These Forty Days Zebulon M. Highben SATB a cappella A creative setting for unaccompanied SATB chorus, built on the hymn tune DETROIT. Vocal lines are intuitive and easy to sing. Duration: 2:30 Medium
50-5121 Choral Score
$1.85
JENNAYA ROBISON is Associate Professor in Choral Music and Director of Choral Studies at the University of Missouri Kansas City Conservatory. She has held previous positions at Luther College, the University of Arizona, and the University of New Mexico.
Wondrous Love Eric Nelson SATB divisi and Piano A poignant, sensitive setting of the tune WONDROUS LOVE, the piano accompaniment is reminiscent of tolling bells. Well crafted choral writing makes this an anthem your choir will enjoy learning and singing. Medium
50-3902 Choral Score
$2.25
Also available for TTBB
50-3912 Choral Score
$1.95
» Realize that the vocal mechanisms are not in shape, and work to start building vocal stamina. » Do some rehearsal outside without masks to allow the voice to respond and to see each other. » Work at building community » Put singers first » Have the attitude that you are not going to be defeated by the pandemic » Work on relevance to the world around us, particularly in repertoire
Out of the Depths Richard Frost SATB, Piano, and Violin Psalm 130:1–5 is an expression of despair and a crying out to God for mercy. This text is often used as an Introit for Easter Eve in traditional liturgies. Expressive, singable, and easy to perform. Violin part is available as a complimentary download. Moderately Easy
50-3209 Choral Score
$1.95
To Dust Karen Marrolli SATB and Piano A lovely prayer that may be used in several ways throughout the church year. Beautiful and lyrical writing that will be meaningful for choir and congregation. Moderately Easy
50-3414 Choral Score
$1.95
I Want Jesus to Walk with Me David Cherwien SAB or Two-Part Mixed Voices and Piano With simple choral parts and a crafty blues piano accompaniment, this anthem works for both large and small choirs. While mostly in two parts, there are a few measures where the women divide. Cherwien knows how to make things sound satisfying even if they are not complex. Moderately Easy
50-3435 Choral Score
$2.25
Ah, Holy Jesus Daniel Ficarri SATB Chorus unaccompanied Based on the familiar German hymn HERZLIEBSTER JESU, this unaccompanied motet offers a sublime musical experience for congregations and audiences alike during the season of Lent. Medium
8941
Choral Score
$2.35
6 | CHORAL
EASTER & PENTECOST—NEW
Easter Dawn
As a Deer Longs for Flowing Streams Terre Johnson
Zebulon M. Highben SATB divisi, a cappella This piece is based on an intriguing text by Malcolm Guite that explores the many emotions that were present on that first Easter day. Part of the Duke University Chapel Series. Moderately Difficult
50-4071 Choral Score
$2.25
SATB and Piano or Full Orchestra A flowing and soothing setting of Psalm 42. Appropriate for use in Easter Vigil services or many other times throughout the year. Moderately Easy
50-4069 Choral Score 50-4069A Orchestra Score 50-4069B Orchestra Parts
This Joyful Eastertide
$2.50 $25.00 $75.00
Jeffrey Smith SATB Chorus (divisi) and Organ This choral fantasy uses the hymn tune VRUECHTEN as its underpinning but riffs on the tune by altering the phrasing, cadences, and even takes an excursion into the relative minor. An energetic organ accompaniment keeps everything on track. The result is an exuberant Easter anthem with just the right balance of familiarity and newness. Medium
8889 9133
English Version $2.85 Dutch Version—Hoe groot de vruchten zijn $2.85
Love's Redeeming Work Is Done Tom Trenney SATB and Organ A joyous Easter anthem with a brilliant organ accompaniment. Based on a combination of original text and a text by Charles Wesley. Moderately Easy
50-7089 Choral Score
$2.25
He Is Risen Philip W. J. Stopford SATB divisi, Brass Quintet, Timpani, and Organ A vibrant and thrilling Easter anthem that begins with a fanfare from the brass and organ. Very effective writing for the combination of brass and choir. Medium
50-6114 Choral Score 50-6114A Full Score 50-6114B Instrumental Parts
$2.70 $23.00 $35.00
Spirit of God Fred Gramann SATB Chorus unaccompanied This musical setting employs changing meters to emphasize the inherent rhythm of the lyrics. It should be approached with some freedom, slightly lingering on important words and relaxing the tempo at the ends of phrases. Duration: 2:00 Medium
8912
Choral Score
$2.05
SID DAVIS is the Director of Music and Fine Arts at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church in Houston Texas. Sid conducts the adult choir and Student choir and oversees a robust music and arts ministry.
» Acknowledge that the world is different and work to strengthen your resolve » Help the choir feel like they can change the world and that choirs everywhere can help change the world
» Do everything you can to keep community together. Prioritize things like “driveway conversations” with choir members to stay connected. » Schedule a lot of “comfort music” for the choir
» Schedule time for personal reflection » Work with new members, particularly youth to orient them and to make them a part of the group.
EASTER—Recent CHORAL | 7 Day of Delight and Beauty Unbounded
DAVID CHERWIEN
Thomas Keesecker Unison or Two-Part Voices and Keyboard, with opt. Tambourine and Hand Drum The joyful tune IN DIR IST FREUDE forms the basis for this easy anthem with a contemporary text by Delores Dufner. Useful for choirs of many types and sizes, the addition of tambourine and hand drum makes this a festive Easter offering. Parts for tambourine and hand drum are available on our website as a free download. Duration: 3:00 Easy
50-4068
Choral Score
$1.95
Alleluia! Jesus Is Risen! Michael Burkhardt Soprano Descant, SATB, and Organ, with opt. Congregation, Brass Quartet or Quintet, and Timpani A majestic Easter anthem combining tune EARTH AND ALL STARS to Herbert Brokering's text. Fun to sing and sure to create a feeling of transcendent triumph. A reproducible part for congregation is provided as a free download on our website. Moderately Easy
50-4066 Choral Score 50-4066A Full Score 50-4066B Instrumental Parts
$2.50 $18.00 $40.00
Easter Introit
» Very important to follow safety protocols. The members must feel safe. » Continue to look for ways to utilize the technology skills that were acquired during the pandemic. » Streaming concerts and services can help with recruitment. Use these to show what you are doing. » It is important to build community. Plan safe, social activities. » Select repertoire where the choir can feel successful.
Day of Arising David M. Cherwien SATB, Flute/Violin or Clarinet, and Organ David Cherwien has created a beautiful anthem based on this new hymn with text by Susan Cherwien and tune Raabe by Carl Schalk. The text compares the story of Jesus appearing on the roadway to the disciples with our own lives and how Christ is revealed to us through the breaking of bread. Part for Flute/Violin or Clarinet available separately. Part of the Presbyterian Association of Musicians Choral Series. Moderately Easy
50-5020 Choral Score $2.25 50-5020A Flute/Violin or Clarinet Pt $5.00
John Ferguson SATB, Organ, Brass Quartet, opt. Handbells, opt. Timpani Antiphonal trumpets call to us, the choir sings,"Listen!" Ideal for the beginning of an Easter service and can serve as introduction to the hymn "Jesus Christ Is Risen Today". Medium
50-4055 Choral Score 50-4055A Full Score 50-4055B Instrumental Parts
serves as Cantor at Mount Olive Lutheran Church in Minneapolis and Artistic Director of the National Lutheran Choir.
Day of Arising Michael Burkhardt
$1.95 $8.00 $25.00
Two-Part Voices and Organ, with opt. Congregation, and Oboe or B-flat Clarinet Text by Susan Palo Cherwien examines how the story of Jesus appearing on the roadway to the disciples appears in our own lives, and how Christ is revealed to us in the breaking of bread. A reproducible part for congregation is provided. Easy
50-4067 Choral Score 50-4067A Oboe and Clarinet Pts
Rejoice This Easter Day Rejoice, the Lord Is King Jeremy J. Bankson
SATB, Brass Quintet, and Organ, with opt. Congregation, Timpani, Crash Cymbal, and Suspended Cymbal This festive setting of Darwall’s 148th gives new life to the traditional text associated with it. This setting was originally written for Easter Sunday utilizing the Easter text “Rejoice This Easter Day,” by Otis Young. A reproducible page for congregation is included in the choir score. The organist may play from either the choral score or the full score. Moderately Easy
60-4100 Choral Score 60-4100A Full Score 60-4100B Instrumental Parts
$1.95 $10.00 $30.00
$3.00 $12.00
8 | CHORAL
NEW RELEASES—GENERAL
Kyle Pederson Exsultate! Jubilate! SATB or TTBB Chorus and Piano This unique setting pairs the iconic Latin text with an original English text, which is a response to the question, Why do we rejoice and shout our praises to God?” The music captures the exuberance of the phrases “Exsultate Deo” and “Jubilate Deo,” but also reflects the quiet joys found in the daily gifts of breath and light. The piano accompaniment is rhythmic and lively. Medium
1.3638 1.3580
TTBB Choral Score SATB Choral Score
$2.60 $2.60
Come By Here Kyle Pederson
Solo Voice and SATB divisi, a cappella A combination of a choral accompaniment to a solo and refreshing contemporary choral writing. This setting will give a fresh look at this meaningful hymn. Medium
SATB and Piano This sensitive setting is not to be missed. An emotional high point occurs when the sections each sing out their situations, “longing, falling, hiding,” then answer together, “You are here.” This work hits every high mark in terms of vocal writing, a skillful accompaniment, and a beautiful effect. Moderately Easy
50-6174 Choral Score
50-6144
I Need Thee Every Hour
$2.25
Choral Score
$2.50
Stephen Caracciolo How Can I Keep from Singing?
Lamb of God
SATB Chorus (divisi) and Tenor Solo with opt. Piano Written as a companion piece to the composer’s setting of Simple Gifts this is an arrangement of this iconic folk hymn that sounds traditionally American, immediately recognizable, and not overly arranged, while still having something fresh to say musically. Duration: 3:00 Medium
Soprano Solo and SATB, with opt. Organ A choral setting of a familiar tune used in many Lutheran congregations. Medium
1.3630 $2.35 Also available for TTBB Chorus
50-6150 Choral Score
The Promised Land SATB Chorus (divisi), Flute or Violin, and Harp (Piano) A rousing and joyful setting of the much beloved Early American hymn. Effective with either harp or piano. Medium
8969 8969A
1.3398 $2.35
$2.25
Full/Choral Score Instrumental Parts
$2.80 $10.00
Karen Marrolli Be Still SAB or Two Part Mixed Voices and Piano A piece based on Psalm 46:10. The stillness of the text is matched with a lovely original melody. Easy
50-6175 SAB Choral Score 50-6176 Two-Part Choral Score
$2.25 $2.25
Thy Kingdom Come
We Walk by Faith
SATB, Violin, and Piano The text for this piece is a combination of an old Irish poem and original writing. The piece has a distinctive folk-like feel. A reproducible part for Violin is included. Moderately Easy
SAB or Two Part Mixed Voices and Piano Effective writing that can be sung by choirs of various sizes. Optional divisi for larger choirs. Easy
50-8009 Choral Score
$2.50
50-6213 SAB Choral Score 50-6214 Two-Part Choral Score
$1.95 $1.95
NEW RELEASES—GENERAL CHORAL | 9 Duke University Choral Series May You Abound in Hope
Samuel Coleridge-Taylor Marques L. A. Garrett
Anne Krentz Organ SATB divisi, a cappella A moving choral benediction based on Romans 15:13. Moderately Easy
50-4080 Choral Score
O Ye That Love the Lord
$1.95
SATB and Organ A new edition of a piece by the noted composer Samuel Coleridge-Taylor. The text is based on Psalm 97:10. Medium
50-6807 Choral Score
$2.25
How Beautiful Upon the Mountains
God’s Got the Whole World
John W. Work
SATB divisi, a cappella The composer uses an adaptation of the traditional African American spiritual text but provides new music which is at once introspective, thankful, and triumphant. The slow tempo allows much expression and emotion, and we think your choir will find this deeply moving. Moderately Easy
Mark A. Miller
SATB a cappella A reissue of a choral work by one of the most prominent of African American composers. The text is based on Isaiah 52. Duration: 3:30 Medium
50-7107 Choral Score
$2.25
50-9861 Choral Score
Balm in Gilead M. Roger Holland II
I’ll Fly Away
Solo, SATB, and Piano The arranger of this wonderful spiritual is the director of The Spirituals Project at the Lamont School of Music at the University of Denver. This arrangement is reflective of the depth of emotion expressed by the enslaved people who would sing this mournful tune. Medium
Albert Brumley/Brandon Boyd
50-3903 Choral Score
$1.95
Atlanta Master Chorale Choral Series And Can It Be? Eric Nelson SATB and Organ A stirring setting of this well-known hymn by Charles Wesley. A version that will be meaningful to both choir and congregation. Medium
50-6151 $2.50
And I Saw a New Heaven Eric Nelson SATB divisi, Cello, and Piano A choral reflection on Revelation 21:1-4. Appropriate for All Saints or general use. The piece has two versions: Cello and Piano, and another for Violin, Cello, and Organ. Medium
50-6418 50-6418A 50-6419 50-6419A
Cello/Piano Version $2.25 Cello Part $5.00 Violin/Cello/Organ Version $2.70 Violin & Cello Part $10.00
$1.95
SATB divisi and Piano, with opt. Bass and Percussion An up-tempo and challenging setting of this gospel favorite. A wonderful festival piece with a fun piano accompaniment. Medium
50-5117 Choral Score 50-5117A Bass & Percussion Pt
$2.95 $10.00
ERIC NELSON is Professor of Music and Director of Choral Studies at Emory University and the Artistic Director of the Atlanta Master Chorale. He has also served as Minister of Music in the Atlanta area.
» Practice patience. Students in particular are not at the level where they were. » Culture is often taught by those who have been in the choir for a while. Because of this, the building of culture and expectations may require more attention. » Adjust expectations. Start where the singers are, not where you think they should be. » Figure out what skills the members need to acquire. » Consider communicating and being more social through e-mail and helping choir members get to know each other better since it is harder to have after choir socialization.
10 | CHORAL
NEW RELEASES—GENERAL
Washington National Cathedral Choral Series Antiphon
O Gracious Light
Gerald Near
Stephen Caracciolo
SATB and Organ The well-known text by George Herbert is set here in a masterful way by the respected composer Gerald Near. Medium
SATB divisi, a cappella A substantial setting of the Phos hilaron text. Particularly appropriate for Evensong services or for general use. Moderately Difficult
50-6408 $2.25
50-9859 Choral Score
O How Amiable Are Thy Dwellings
My Heart Is Ready
Jeffrey Smith
Charles S. Thatcher
SA Chorus and Organ In this winning setting of the venerable text, there are unison declamations, imitative passages, and a soaring descant to close. The organ part is equally lovely, in one place providing bird-like motifs. Written for two part treble voices (three parts when you get to the descant) this is appropriate for youth or adult singers. Duration: 3:00 Medium
Assembly, SATB, Handbells, and Organ A setting of an Antiphon from Psalm 57:8-12 with verses from Psalm 100 using the Grail translation. The handbell part is available as a free download on our website. Moderately Easy
80-670
Jonathan Kohrs
Beautiful Savior Robert G. Farrell Two-Part Mixed Voices and Keyboard This composition features an original melody combined with a familiar and much-loved text. Effective for choirs of all sizes. Easy
$1.85
TTB and Piano Jonathan Kohrs has written this new, gospel-style music with a big piano accompaniment to the standard text. The short rhyming phrases are perfect for this style and add up to a rewarding effect, and a lot of fun as well! Medium
50-6216 Choral Score Also available for SATB Voices, 50-6191
A River out of Eden Howard Goodall
We Shall Overcome
SATB and Piano, with opt. Organ A River out of Eden merges two accounts of the creation of the earth, one from the 6th century BCE (The Hebrew Book of Genesis, in William Tyndale's English translation of the 1520s), the other, written by the American author Annie Dillard and first published in 1974. Medium
56-0118 Choral Score 56-0118A Organ Part
G. Phillip Shoultz III
$3.20 $6.00
SATB Chorus (divisi) unaccompanied An a cappella setting of the iconic American protest song associated so strongly with the civil rights movement. The arrangement is both reflective and optimistic in feel with effective use of dynamic contrast. Duration: 3:00 Medium
1.3640 $2.05
On the Common Ground Alice Parker Solo and SATB Chorus unaccompanied Alice Parker has given many musical gifts over her storied career. This gift grows out of concern for the many walls that have appeared that separate our society. This soulful composition is a plea for us to meet each other on common ground. Part of the proceeds for this piece will be given to Chorus America in support of their ongoing work. Moderately Easy
8995 $2.05
$2.50
Jesus, Savior, Pilot Me
8887 $2.35
50-6148 Choral Score
Choral Score
$2.25
$2.25
RECENT RELEASES—GENERAL CHORAL | 11
We Gather Together
Akekho ofana noJesu
Aaron Humble
(There’s No One like Jesus)
SATB or SSAA or TTBB Chorus and opt. Keyboard This setting features original material that helps this standard hymn feel both traditional, yet fresh. Part of the Lee Nelson Choral Series. Medium
Charlotte Botha
1.3622 1.3629 1.3637
SATB Choral Score TTBB Choral Score SSAA Choral Score
$2.35 $2.35 $2.35
Solo Voice and SATB Chorus unaccompanied A setting of a South African hymn in the isiZulu language. This piece is sung in diverse contexts and exudes joy! Medium
1.3626
Choral Score
How Firm a Foundation
Rise, Shine!
Tom Trenney
Marques L. A. Garrett & Tom Trenney
SATB and Organ, with opt. Congregation The tune FOUNDATION is put through its paces with five verses and a vigorous organ part. This big, creative setting suggests the option of involving the congregation throughout. A reproducible page for congregation is included in the choral score. Moderately Easy
50-5180 Choral Score
$2.25
Do Not Be Afraid
$2.05
SATB divisi with opt. Piano The piece begins slowly and crescendos into a jubilant exhortation to let your light shine. A rousing rendition of the well-known spiritual. Two versions: piano, SATB choir and no divisi, and divisi choir and is a cappella. Medium
50-6416 Piano Version 50-6417 a cappella version
$2.25 $2.25
God Be in My Head
Philip W. J. Stopford
Robert A. Hobby
Soprano Solo and SATB a cappella This anthem of comfort and assurance is built around the words "Do Not Be Afraid." The repetition of these words evokes a sense of calm that permeates the piece. Beautifully crafted. Moderately Easy
SATB a cappella This setting features independent lines for each voice part that culminate in a rich, homophonic treatment of the last portion of the text. A moving benediction. Moderately Easy
50-9818 Choral Score
50-9956 Choral Score
$2.25
$1.85
Presbyterian Association of Musicians Series Gathered in God’s Name
For Everyone Born
Michael Burkhardt
Tom Trenney
Congregation, Cantor or Choir, and Piano, with opt. Flute, Chimes or Handbells, and Organ A congregational piece with several functions. This piece may be used during communion, baptism, peace of Christ, and All Saints. A reproducible part is available in the choral score as well as on our website as a free download. Easy
SATB, Cello, and Piano A stirring text by Shirley Erena Murray that speaks to God's inclusive spirit and our need to be creators of justice. The music is equally effective and includes a flowing cello part. Moderately Easy
80-117 Cantor/Choral Score 80-117A Full Score 80-117B Instrumental Parts
$1.95 $10.00 $15.00
50-5011 Choral Score
$2.70
Come Before the Table Karen Marrolli Duet or Semi-Chorus, SATB, and Hand Drum A duet or semi-chorus sings above a choir ostinato with hand drum, creating a multicultural, polyrhythmic effect. What looks a little complex on the page ends up feeling completely natural when sung. Especially appropriate for World Communion Sunday. Medium
50-6161 Choral Score 50-6161A Hand Drum Part
$2.25 $5.00
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MISSA DEUS NOBISCUM
New!
Mass of 'God With Us' Philip W. J. Stopford Soprano Solo, SATB divisi, and Keyboard or Orchestra A setting of the Latin Mass. The text is that of the Ordinary of the Mass— excluding the Credo—with the Gloria being divided into four movements. The Kyrie has a noticeably Celtic flavor. A beautiful work that is appropriate for both concert use as well as for worship. Full Score and Parts on rental. Duration: 30:00 Medium Choral Score $9.95 70-700 70-700A Additional Orchestra Score $70.00 The Benedictus (SSAA and Keyboard) is available separately
50-5222
Choral Score
$1.95
The Suffering Servant A Choral Work for Holy Week K. Lee Scott SATB, Soloists, Organ, and opt. String Quartet or Quintet Passages from Isaiah 53 describe our Messiah’s suffering as he restores the people of God through his willingness to bear their sins. This choral work incorporates these passages in four movements for choir, soloists, organ, and optional strings. This piece may be used in a variety of ways to add depth and meaning to Holy Week services. One may also add hymns or readings to make an entire Holy Week service. Duration: ca. 20:00 Medium
70-009P Preview Pack (CD+Score) $8.00 70-009 Choral Score $6.00 70-009A Full Score $25.00 $70.00 70-009B String Parts 70-009CD CD Recording $8.00
Requiem Neil Harmon SATB, Soprano Solo, and Full Orchestra or Keyboard This new major work features a lush, colorful orchestration but can also be done with keyboard only. The choral writing is accessible yet satisfying and will please singers and listeners alike. Some movements have English texts, some Latin. A setting of Psalm 23 is included, as is a concluding text from Revelation, “These are they” which is extremely appropriate, but not limited to, All Saints. Approximately 30 minutes.
70-600P 70-600 70-600A 70-600B
Preview Pack Choral Score Orchestra Score Orchestra Parts
$16.00 $7.95 $40.00 $150.00
Love Unknown A Festival of Passion Readings and Hymns Michael Burkhardt Readings by Max Lucado SATB and Organ, with opt. Instruments A festival of hymns and readings that centers on the events of Holy Week. The suggested readings are an adaption of “The Final Week of Jesus” taken from And the Angels Were Silent by Max Lucado and are found in the Leader’s Guide to this publication, which also includes performance notes and options. The work features optional parts for children and includes options for congregation participation. Duration: 50:00 Moderately Easy 70-150P Preview Pack (CD+Score) $16.00 Parts: Handbells Orff Ensemble 2 Trumpets in B-flat or C 2 Trombones Timpani Clarinet in B-flat
Violin Bass Instrument Bassoon or Cello opt. Horn in F opt. C Instrument
70-150 70-150L 70-150ORG 70-150A 70-150B 70-150HB
Choral Score Leader’s Guide Organ Score Full Score Instrumental Parts Handbell Parts
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CHORAL | 13 Return to Me A Choral Service based on the Stations of the Cross Words by: Terry W. York
Music by: Taylor Scott Davis
SATB, Cello, and Piano The combination of familiar scripture texts set with 70-300P Preview Pack (CD+Score) $16.00 powerful new images creates a deeply spiritual 70-300 Choral Score $8.50 experience for Holy Week. As a companion to this 70-300A Cello Part $15.00 work, an optional daily devotion guide for the season 70-300B Printed Devotional Guide $3.70 of Lent will enhance the congregational experience 70-300CD CD Recording $8.00 by coordinating with the texts sung by the choir in the Holy Week worship service. It is available as both a printed book and as a PDF file. In addition, our Digital Reproduction License makes it easy to reproduce the devotional guide for church websites, social media, and email. Resources for obtaining artwork that can be projected during the service are provided on our website. Duration: ca. 40:00 Medium
Seven Last Words
Eternal Light
(Septem Ultima Verba)
A Requiem
Michael John Trotta
Howard Goodall
Soprano and Baritone Soli, SATB, and Piano or Full Orchestra or Chamber Ensemble This seven-movement choral journey through the Passion delivers a powerful and captivating story encompassing a breathtaking palette of emotion, from intimate tenderness to majestic triumph. Powerfully emotive and effective in both liturgical and concert settings. May be performed with full orchestra, or with a chamber ensemble. The work may be performed in either English or in Latin. Duration: 40:00 Medium
Soprano Solo, Tenor and/or Baritone Soloists, SATB Chorus with Piano OR Keyboards, Harp, Strings OR Piano, Harp, Organ A stunning new Requiem for the modern day. It is intended to provide solace to the grieving, reflecting on the words of the Latin Mass by juxtaposing them with poems in English. Speaking about the work, Howard Goodall said, “For me, a modern Requiem is one that acknowledges the unbearable loss and emptiness that accompanies the death of loved ones, a loss that is not easily ameliorated with platitudes about the joy awaiting us in the afterlife. This, like Brahms’, is a Requiem for the living, addressing their suffering and endurance, a Requiem focusing on the consequences of interrupted lives.” Full score and orchestral part rental available from ECS Duration: 40:00 Medium
70-390P Preview Pack (Choral Score + CD) $18.00 70-390 Choral Score $9.95 70-390A Full Orchestra Score $75.00 70-390B Full Orchestra Parts $150.00 70-390C Chamber Ensemble Score $35.00 70-390D Chamber Ensemble Parts $50.00 70-390CD CD recording $10.00
56-0002 Vocal/Choral Score
Band of Angels K. Lee Scott Soprano, Tenor, and Bass Soli, SATB, Congregation, and Piano A unique work in the form of a service of worship in African American style. Written to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the bombing of the 16th Street Baptist Church in which four children lost their lives, it was premiered as part of Birmingham’s official 50th anniversary celebration of the civil rights events of 1963. Musical selections include choir numbers, hymns (audience participation is encouraged) and solos all accompanied with piano with optional organ on the hymn selections. Scripture readings are suggested between the musical numbers. Ideal for Martin Luther King Day or Black History Month, it can be presented by a single choral ensemble, or as performed at the premiere, by more than one group with various ensembles alternating. Congregational pages available as a free download. Medium
70-850P Preview Pack 70-850 Choral Score
$16.00 $7.95
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Missa Aedis Christi Howard Goodall SATB (divisi) and Organ, with opt. String Quartet Howard composed the work from the Sanctus onwards, which was inspired by the sound of bells he heard one August in the village of Embrun in Southern France. The Mass began to emerge from Howard’s noting down of the sounds of the mingling of distant and nearby bells. This piece combines powerful, dramatic writing with a melodious charm that characterizes Goodall’s choral music, and will be found valuable for both church and concert use. Duration: 61:30. String score and parts available on rental from ECS. Medium
56-0013 Vocal/Choral Score
$11.75
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Tell Out, My Soul
Tunes
Festive Organ Arrangements on Great Hymns of Praise Daniel Burton A collection of fresh settings of eight often used hymn tunes. The writing is creative, yet accessible and can be learned quickly. A very useful set of hymn settings that can span the church year. Moderately Easy
AMSTERDAM AUSTRIAN HYMN CHRISTE SANCTORUM EIN FESTE BURG ELLACOMBE GROSSER GOTT LAUDA ANIMA WOODLANDS
10-039 $22.00
Partita on At the Lamb's High Feast
A Mighty Fortress
Kenneth T. Kosche
Six Hymn Improvisations for Organ
This partita features a wide array of creative settings of the tune SONNE DER GERECHTIGKEIT. The piece begins with a statement of the chorale, followed by Bicinium; Pedal cantus; Trio; Pedal Solo; Cantilena; Scherzo; and ends with Fanfare and Chorale. Moderately Easy
Jerry Westenkuehler
10-297 $11.00
Tunes
A creative collection featuring well-known hymn tunes. Useful for Preludes or Postludes. Medium
10-097 $21.00 BRADBURY EIN FESTE BURG HOLY MANNA HOLY MESSAGE HERZLICH TUT MICH VERLANGEN/PASSION CHORALE TRUST IN JESUS
Songs of Alleluia 18 Short Hymn Settings for Easter Edwin T. Childs This collection features settings of 18 familiar Easter hymns. They may be used as introductions, interludes, or brief Preludes or Postludes. Moderately Easy
Five Transcriptions for Organ Solo Daniel Ficarri
10-243 $21.00 Tunes BESANÇON CHRIST IST ERSTANDEN DUKE STREET EASTER HYMN GAUDEAMUS PARITER GELOBT SEI GOTT HYMN TO JOY LANCASHIRE LASST UNS ERFREUEN
LLANFAIR MIT FREUDEN ZART ORIENTIS PARTIBUS PASSION CHORALE SALVE FESTA DIES VICTORY VRUECHTEN WERE YOU THERE WIE SCHÖN LEUCHTET
An extremely useful collection of transcriptions that can be used in concert, service playing, weddings and other occasions. Contents: Sinfonia from Cantata 29 Adagio Cantabile Finale from St. Paul’s Suite Nimrod Holberg Suite Moderately Difficult
8986 $31.00
Three Hymns of Rejoicing for Organ Robert J. Powell “Rejoice, Rejoice, Believers,” “Rejoice the Lord is King,” and “Rejoice Ye Pure in Heart” give this collection its name. Festive and celebratory in character, each with its own unique style. From the fugal type Tunes passages in “Rejoice the Lord is King” to the more march like DARWALL’S 148TH setting of LLANGLOFFAN, the creative attributes of Robert Powell’s LLANGLOFFAN compositional technique are on display. MARION Moderately Easy
10-379 $11.00
ORGAN | 15 releases It Is Well with My Soul
Suite for Organ with Minimal Pedal
Five Hymn Settings for Organ
Matthew H. Corl
Maureen Howell
A four movement original composition that can be used in concerts, teaching, or worship. The movements include: Intrada, Reflection, Cantilena, and ends with a Trumpet Tune. Moderately Easy
Useful and tuneful settings of five of the most used hymns in American churches. Fresh approaches to these tunes that will fit will into most organist’s repertoire. Medium
10-467 $18.00 Tunes DENNIS NEW BRITAIN/AMAZING GRACE RESTORATION VILLE DU HAVRE WELLESLEY
10-446 $10.00
Hymn Introductions and Alternate Harmonizations, Volume 2 John E. Wigal A second volume of useful pieces to help create the atmosphere for meaningful congregational singing. This collection includes some varied harmonizations for interior hymn stanzas as well as for the final stanza. Some treatments also have optional soprano descants that are provided in reproducible formats. Moderately Easy
10-389 $23.00
Tunes AURELIA BEECHER BOURBON BROTHER JAMES’ AIR EASTER HYMN FOUNDATION GABRIEL’S MESSAGE GERMANY ITALIAN HYMN MARION
MCKEE RATISBON REGENT SQUARE ST. MAGNUS ST. THOMAS SICILIAN MARINERS TIDINGS TRURO VENI EMMANUEL WER NUR DEN LIEBEN GOTT
Volume 1 also available
10-614
$18.00
Tired Old Nun Variations on a Plainsong Theme Frank Ferko Organ Solo: Pedaliter Composed in 1996 and intended for concert use as a novelty piece. The plainsong theme which is the basis for the variations is the Alleluia from the Mass for the Day of St. Richardis, the ninth century empress who became a nun and founded a Benedictine abbey at Andlau. Moderately Difficult
9121 $9.00
ORGAN DUETS Fantaisie à Deux
A Spiritual Romp for Two
Rachel Laurin
Nicholas White
An exciting and complex piece featuring multiple sections written to show contrasting colors of the organ. The composer provides this description: “The different motives are linked and interacting, so that the listener will not get lost in an outburst of sounds.” Moderately Difficult
Three African-American Spirituals, “Nobody Knows,” “Steal Away,” and “Deep River,” serve as the basis of the piece and are surrounded by a variety of textures. Jazz and blues harmonies and influences can be found throughout this exciting work. Medium
10-042 $18.00
10-047 $18.00
Four Duets for Organ Michael Burkhardt, ed. F. Berwald; A. Friedrich; G. Körner; T. P. Westendorf Accessible pieces originally compiled to be used to introduce ensemble playing to organ students. Can be used as concert or teaching material. Registration, articulation, and phrasing suggestions included. Moderately Easy
10-458 $19.00
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Partita on Jesu, meine Freude
Ah, Holy Jesus A Lenten Collection
David M. Cherwien
Wayne L. Wold
A five-movement partita on Johann Cruger’s well-known tune. The piece begins with a setting of the chorale, followed by a peaceful aria. The third movement is a delightful trio, followed by a very creative duo that is based on the fourth stanza of the hymn. The piece ends in a fiery fugue. Even though the piece has challenges, it is not overly difficult, and the movements will work well separately. Useful for worship services as well as for recitals. Medium
A beautifully written collection of pieces based on six Lenten hymn tunes, including a five-movement partita on HERZLIEBSTER JESU. Medium
10-496 $21.00 Tunes
HERZLIEBSTER JESU ST. THEODULPH SOJOURNER WONDROUS LOVE
ERHALT, UNS HERR HAMBURG with ROCKINGHAM OLD
10-381 $14.00
Be Glad and Rejoice!
Contents
Ten Postludes on Familiar Hymn Tunes Charles Callahan Charles Callahan postlude collections are useful, festive, and accessible. This collection of ten familiar hymn tunes will be one that organists will turn to again and again. The settings are bright and colorful and will be quite memorable for the congregation. Medium
10-041 $21.00
Blessed Assurance Five Gospel Hymns for Organ Matthew H. Corl Five familiar gospel hymn settings that will quickly become favorites. Useful for worship services, as well as memorial services. Accessible and creative. Medium
Azmon Beecher Foundation Gelobt sei Gott Hanover Holy Manna Kremser Richmond St. Magnus Toulon
Tunes ASSURANCE NEAR THE CROSS WOODWORTH TOPLADY TO GOD BE THE GLORY
10-442 $16.00
Hymns of Praise Then Let Us Sing, Volume 2 Seasonal Hymn Accompaniments for Organ with Minimal Pedal Lynn Trapp
Tunes
A second volume of 21 hymn accompaniments with minimal pedal from Lynn Trapp. The widely used tunes are treated with great creativity, while limiting pedal movement and keeping accessible hand positions. Each tune has an Introduction, Setting A, and Setting B, and most have an Interlude—some with a modulation. Several tunes work very well with either the right or left hand soloing out the melody. A great resource for any organist! Easy
BEACH SPRING DIADEMATA DIX FOREST GREEN HOLY MANNA KINGSFOLD LAMBILLOTTE LOBE DEN HERREN LOURDES HYMN MENDELSSOHN
10-439
Volume 2
$31.00
Also available
10-617
Volume 1
$25.00
NETTLETON NEW BRITAIN OLD HUNDREDTH PICARDY SINE NOMINE SLANE ST. COLUMBA TRURO WERE YOU THERE WONDROUS LOVE VENEZ DIVIN MESSIE
ORGAN | 17 releases African-American Organ Music Anthology, Volume 9 Edited by Mickey Thomas Terry Volume 9 in the continuing series of works featuring African-American composers. Useful for worship services as well as recitals. Contents Moderately Difficult Variations on "There Is a Fountain" - Undine Smith Moore 10-649 $20.00 Toccata - David Hurd Toccata on "Lift Every Voice" - Mark A. Miller Elevation - George Walker Invocation - George Walker
Three Trumpet Tunes for Organ
10 Transcriptions & Arrangements for Organ, Volume 2
Michael Helman
Transcribed and Arranged by J. Michael Case
Appropriate for weddings, installations, or festive services. Contents: Trumpet Tune in A; Trumpet Voluntary; Trumpet Tune in C Moderately Easy
Volume 2 includes several hymn settings as well as classic pieces that can be used in recital or in worship, Medium
10-298 $14.00
10-187 $22.00
Six Voluntaries for Organ, Set 3 Robert J. Powell This collection offers music for worship as preludes, offertories, and postludes. Contents: Rondo on a Fanfare; Trio; Meditation; Lied; Contemplation; Scherzetto Medium
10-046 $14.00
Contents Adagio - Josef Hector Fiocco Alla Marcia - Charles-Marie Widor Allegretto in C - César Franck Creator of the Stars of Night - Jacques-Nicolas Lemmens Fanfare - Gerald Near O Sacred Head, Now Wounded - Josef Rheinberger Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us - Jakob Quadflieg Siciliano - J. S. Bach Voluntary in D Minor - William Herschel We Thank Thee, Lord - J. S. Bach
Also available
10-177 10-060
Volume 1 Volume 2
$12.00 $14.00
The Art of Hymn Playing As Though the Whole Creation Cried Fifty Hymn Harmonizations for Organ Michael Burkhardt Covers all the seasons of the church year. Designed to help enrich and assist congregational singing. Includes a seasonal index as well as an index of additional resources. Usable week after week. Easy to Medium
10-555 10-606
Volume 1 Volume 2
$37.00 $29.95
250 Introductions, Preludes, Free Accompaniments, & Alternate Harmonizations Charles Callahan Expansive collections of useful pieces for the church organist. A CD of the composer playing several of these settings is also included. Visit our website for a complete listing of tunes and sample pages. Easy to Medium
10-597 10-607
Volume 1 Volume 2
$39.00 $37.00
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new releases
Lyric Preludes
Dance Prelude and Harmonizations on Duke Street
Five Pieces for Solo Instrument and Keyboard
Michael Burkhardt
Charles Callahan
Flute and Organ, with opt. Congregation An extended prelude plus three reharmonizations provide a festive approach. Moderately Easy
Meditation, Chanson, Arietta, Lament, and Quasi lento. Parts for oboe, clarinet, flute, violin, and viola are available on our website as a complimentary download. Moderately Easy
20-619 $20.00
20-416 $15.00
Soliloquy David Conte Trumpet in C and Organ or Alto Saxophone and Guitar Cleveland native David Conte describes the piece as being “in simple ABA form. The principal idea is an angular, lyrical melody, at once both proud and shy, first stated in the solo flute and accompanied by a gently pulsing ostinato. The central section becomes more animated and rises to a declamatory climax. The character of the opening music returns in the final section.” Medium
9130 9131
Trumpet in C and Organ Alto Saxophone and Guitar
$15.00 $16.00
Soliloquy Hommage à Edvard Grieg Luke Mayernik Oboe and Piano A beautiful Homage a Edvard Grieg set in his richly harmonic style. Reflective and calming in character. Medium
9124 $15.00
Soliloquy is also available for
5149 7554
Organ Solo Soprano Saxophone and Organ
Aria
$9.00 $12.00
recent favorites
Paul Manz Mark Meuser, arr.
Solo Instrument and Organ The well-known organ piece by Paul Manz has been set for solo instrument and organ by Mark Meuser. Poignant and lyrical. Parts for Treble Instrument in C and B-flat are included. Parts for Viola and Bass Instrument are available on our website as a free download. Moderately Easy
20-602 $11.00
Paraphrase on “Thine Is the Glory” Robert A. Hobby Brass Sextet and Organ, with opt. Timpani and Crash Cymbals The original organ piece by Alexandre Guilmant makes a great tour de force for brass and organ. Varied, whimsical, and celebratory, the arrangement puts the melody through various paces, including a brief fughetta. Ending, as it should, with a broad final statement of the melody completely intact, this would make a great finale or postlude. Medium
20-413 $35.00
The Strife Is O’er 3 Easter Pieces for Brass Quartet, Timpani and Organ Daniel Burton Experienced church musician Burton brings creativity and practicality to bear in this delightful set of three tunes (CHRIST LAG IN TODESBANDEN, O FILII ET FILIAE, and VICTORY (PALESTRINA). The organ parts are of medium difficulty, the brass parts less so, leading to an easy put-together and very satisfying result. Medium
20-461 $40.00
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Duane Funderburk CH A MBER MUSIC SER IE S BRAND NEW
Two Spirituals for Cello and Piano Duane Funderburk Cello and Piano A high energy setting of “King Jesus is A-Listenin',” combined with a mournful setting of “Deep River.” Medium
25-651 $15.00
How Great Thou Art
Our Great Savior
Duane Funderburk
Violin, Cello, and Piano This piano trio on HYFRYDOL can be used throughout the church year and features skilled writing for all three instruments. Medium
Duane Funderburk
Piano Quintet The popular hymn tune O STORE GUD is masterfully arranged for piano quintet (string quartet and piano). Moderately Easy
25-650 $16.00
25-652 $35.00
Also available in this series Amazing Grace
Solo Violin and Piano, with opt. Oboe and String Quintet
20-714 $12.00 20-714A, opt. Oboe and String Parts $20.00
Beach Spring
Woodwind Quintet and Piano
20-375 $10.00
Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing Oboe (or Violin or Flute) and Piano
20-315 $9.00
Hymns to the Creator Violin and Piano
20-720 $19.00
I Wonder as I Wander Woodwind Quintet and Piano
25-107 $35.00
Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise Violin, Cello, and Piano
20-627 $14.00
Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence Violin, Cello, Piano
20-626 $10.00
Let All Things Now Living Violin, Cello, Piano
20-625 $14.00
O the Deep, Deep Love
Two Violins, Viola, Cello, and Piano
20-646 $16.00
Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart Woodwind Quintet and Piano
20-892 $13.00
The God of Abraham Praise Woodwind Quintet and Piano
20-631 $18.00
Three Sacred Settings Woodwind Quintet and Piano
25-723 $35.00
Two Hymns for Cello and Piano Cello and Piano
20-617 $12.00
Two Hymns for Violin and Piano Violin and and Piano
20-362 $16.00
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Ah, Dearest Jesus
seasonal favorites A Lenten Meditation
Three Lenten Pieces
Charles Callahan
Raymond H. Haan
French Horn and Organ Warm setting of Tallis’ THIRD MODE MELODY. Horn part included. Easy to Moderately Easy
Viola or Cello and Organ These pieces are intensely introspective, reflecting the sorrow, the pain, and the devotion of the hymn text on which it is based. Reproducible pages for instruments included. Includes: Ah, Dearest Jesus; O Sacred Head, Now Wounded; and What Wondrous Love Is This. Medium
20-363 $12.00
Easter Carillon Robert J. Powell Brass Quartet, Timpani, and Organ Easter Carillon is characterized by successive shifts of tonalities one third apart (B-flat to D or F to A-flat). During the course of the piece, suggestions of the traditional carillon tune appear in the organ while the brass and timpani carry on with the beginning music. Reproducible pages for instruments are included. Medium
20-300 $8.00
Sound the Trumpet 7 Lent/Easter Solos for Trumpet and Keyboard Dallas Blair This collection of hymn arrangements will provide much needed repertoire for the solo trumpeter during the Lent and Easter season. Tunes include: EASTER HYMN (WORGAN); HERZLIEBSTER JESU; JUDAS MACCABAEUS; SALVE FESTA DIES; SALZBURG; VALET WILL ICH DIR GEBEN (ST. THEODULPH); and WERE YOU THERE.
Moderately Easy
20-390 $31.00
The Trumpet Shall Sound G. F. Handel/H. Hopson Brass Quintet, Organ, Timpani An instrumental version of the well-known bass Air from Handel's Messiah. A much welcomed edition for the brass repertoire. Includes reproducible parts for Trumpets I and II in B-flat and C, Trombones I and II, Tuba, Timpani, and Horn in F as substitute for Trombone I. Moderately Easy to Medium
20-449 $10.00
Jesus Christ Is Risen Today Robert A. Hobby Brass Quintet and Organ Based on the tune EASTER HYMN/LYRA DAVIDICA/ WORGAN. An exciting
fanfare and prelude for the Easter Season. A rousing and rhythmic treatment of this great hymn. Excellent brass writing. All parts are included. Medium
20-402 $25.00
Festive Hymn Settings for Congregational Singing, Set 2 Easter/General James Biery Congregation, Brass Quartet or Quintet, and Organ, with opt. Soprano Descant, Tuba, and Timpani
20-751 $35.00 DUKE STREET; EASTER HYMN; ELLACOMBE; HYMN TO JOY; LLANFAIR.
Each piece in these collections are also available as a separate downloadable products.
20-450 $25.00
Christ the Lord Is Risen Today (Jesus Christ Is Risen Today) Terre Johnson Congregation, Brass Quintet, and Organ, with opt. Soprano Descant and Timpani A hymn arrangement on EASTER HYMN. The overall approach is sonorous and lyrical, although fanfare-like passages occur in the interlude before verse three and in the final, fourth stanza. Moderately Easy
20-452 $30.00
Thine Is the Glory Robert A. Hobby Congregation, Brass Quartet or Quintet, Timpani, and Organ, with opt. Cymbals
Based on the tune JUDAS MACCABÆUS. Medium to Moderately Difficult
20-431 $11.00
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INSTRUMENTAL | 21
Preludes
Highland Cathedral
Charles Callahan
James D. Wetherald
Flute and Organ Callahan's series of preludes for organ and flute has provided beautiful settings that span the entire church year. This collection brings them all together into one handy volume. Medium
Bagpipes and Organ, with opt. C Instrument The bagpipes are coming! To help celebrate Scottish heritage Sunday as well as any other church occasion that employs bagpipes, here is a collection of 17 authentic and traditional piping tunes arranged for organ and bagpipes. Twelve have countermelodies; all have interesting accompaniments. Includes jigs, marches, military pieces, laments, reels, and airs. Arranger has many years of experience working with pipers. These really DO work. Optional C instrumental parts are included in this publication if bagpipes are not available. Medium
20-606 $29.00 Contents and Tunes An Advent Prelude (VENI EMMANUEL; CONDITOR ALME SIDERUM) A Christmas Prelude (ADESTE FIDELES; STILLE NACHT; THE FIRST NOWELL; DIVINUM MYSTERIUM; ES IST EIN ROS; MENDELSSOHN) A Prelude on Greensleeves (GREENSLEEVES) An Epiphany Prelude (WIE SCHÖN LEUCHTET) A Lenten Prelude (HERZLIEBSTER JESU; A LA VENUE DE NOEL; LOVE UNKNOWN) An Easter Prelude (LASST UNS ERFREUEN; VICTIMAE PASCHALI) A Pentecost Prelude (VENI CREATOR SPIRITUS) A Thanksgiving Prelude (THE ASH GROVE; ST. GEORGE'S, WINDSOR) A Communion Prelude (PICARDY; UBI CARITAS) A Wedding Prelude (O PERFECT LOVE) A Memorial Prelude (SHALL WE GATHER AT THE RIVER) Elegiac Prelude (Requiem Aeternam)
20-993 $29.95
Down by the Riverside Six Songs for Saxophone and Piano Daniel Kallman A much needed book for Alto Saxophone that can be used in church, school, or for concert use. This collection is also appropriate for students. Medium
20-780
Trumpet Tune in G Jeremy J. Bankson Brass Quintet, Organ, Percussion A jubilant, original composition. Useful for concerts, services, weddings, and other festive occasions. Medium
20-612 $30.00
$20.00
Contents: Down by the Riverside She’s Gone Away The Water Is Wide Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child Shall We Gather at the River Joshua Fought the Battle of Jericho.
Also available for Clarinet and Piano
20-781
$20.00
Salvation Is Created P. Tchesnokov/D. Giardiniere Organ and Brass Quintet The expressive long lines in this beloved piece are perfectly set in this arrangement, with the organ providing support and doubling throughout if desired. Medium
Flourishes
20-305 $20.00
Carlyle Sharpe
Brass Quartet, Timpani, and Organ A new arrangement of Paul Manz's classic improvisation on CWM RHONDDA. Parts for Trumpets I and II in B-flat, Horn in F, Trombone, Tuba, and Timpani are included. Moderately Difficult
Brass Quintet, Organ, and opt. Timpani This piece begins with a brilliant toccata presented by the organ and quickly answered by the brass quintet. The dialog created in the opening of the piece continues throughout, creating an engergetic listening experience. Instrumentation: Trumpets I and II in B-flat or C, Horn in F, Trombone, Tuba or Bass Trombone, opt. Timpani, Organ. Medium
20-775 $30.00
8352 $35.00
God of Grace P. Manz/J. Crutchfield
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new Simple Gifts 11 Hymn Settings for Piano David Gale This popular composer is noted for his unique and creative arrangements. Medium
15-500 $19.95
From Sea to Shining Sea 8 National Songs for Piano Solo Thomas Keesecker An expressive collection of national songs that contains a heartfelt Star-Spangled Banner, a southern gospel-style Eternal Father Strong to Save, and a gorgeous Lullaby on O Canada to name a few. For funerals, 9/11 services, patriotic services/concerts, veteran, and civic events. Medium
15-408 $16.95 Contents America the Beautiful Eternal Father, Strong to Save Faith of Our Fathers Finlandia Dance Lullaby on O Canada Promised Land The Star-Spangled Banner Variations on America (My Country ’Tis of Thee)
Contents All Things Bright and Beautiful Simple Gifts Santo Here, Now O Lord Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us Silent Night Standing in the Need of Prayer This is My Father’s World We Gather Together We Shall Overcome
Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing 12 Hymn Settings for Piano Timothy Shaw An accessible piano collection for worship, sure to be used in your music library for years to come. The variety of style and texture in this collection make it useful for various occasions and moments in the worship service. Medium Contents All Creatures of Our God and King 15-653 $17.95 Amazing Grace, How Sweet the Sound Be Still, My Soul Be Thou My Vision Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing Great Is Thy Faithfulness How Firm a Foundation It Is Well with My Soul Jesus, Lover of My Soul Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee My Shepherd Will Supply My Need This Is My Father’s World
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The Quiet Heart Piano Music for Comfort and Healing Thomas Keesecker
Written at a time when the composer was experiencing health issues, the resulting focus is on healing and comfort. Not all the material is subdued. There are several titles written as dances, inspired by Psalm 30: “You have turned my mourning into dancing.” Moderately Easy
15-857 $18.95
Songs to Stir the Soul Ten Hymn Arrangements for Piano Mark Patterson
The Quiet Journey Piano Music for Lent and Holy Week Thomas Keesecker This collection of 11 pieces is based on familiar hymns for Lent and Holy Week. The writing is very expressive without being busy or intrusive— fitting for the introspective season of Lent. Moderately Easy
15-847 Piano Book 15-847CD Recording
$18.95 $10.00
Mark Patterson’s piano collections strike a balance between music that is not difficult but sounds wonderful. His understanding of how to write for piano makes this a must-have for your library. Moderately Easy
15-780 $18.95
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Early American Hymns for Piano Michael Larkin Michael Larkin is well known for his accessible and moving renditions of well-known hymns. This collection features early American tunes that are frequently used in worship. Moderately Easy
Contents Amazing Grace Come Away to the Skies For the Bread Which You Have Broken God, Who Stretched the Spangled Heavens How Firm a Foundation I Will Arise and Go to Jesus Jesus, Thou Divine Companion My Shepherd Will Supply My Need
15-785 $16.95
Morning Has Broken 11 Hymn Settings for Piano David Gale A stirring collection of 11 hymn tunes that are accessible, yet very artistic in approach. A mixture of hymns from traditional to gospel, and a delightful combination of styles. Medium
15-739 $18.95
Easter Hope 11 Piano Solos Thomas Keesecker A mixture of 11 hymn tunes that are used between Easter and Pentecost. These settings have a variety of styles and moods from a buoyant “Come, You Faithful, Raise the Strain” to the reflective setting of ADORO TE DEVOTE. These pieces will fit in many different places in the worship service. Moderately Easy
Contents God Is My Shepherd Good Christian Friends, Rejoice His Eye Is on the Sparrow I Have Decided to Follow Jesus It Is Well with My Soul Jesus Walked This Lonesome Valley Just a Closer Walk with Thee Lord, Whose Love Through Humble Service Loving Only You, O Christ Morning Has Broken When I Survey the Wondrous Cross Contents Christ Is Alive! Let Christians Sing Come Down, O Love Divine Come, You Faithful, Raise the Strain The Holy Ghost Jigs Hope In Memory Jesus Christ Is Risen Today O Day Full of Grace Prelude on Duke Street Thine Is the Glory Two Meditations on Llanfair
15-400 $19.95
favorites All Creatures of Our God and King Piano Music for Worship Michael Larkin These compositions can be creatively used during worship, either as preludes and postludes, interludes, communion meditations, even possibly as hymn introductions. Some pieces are original material. Contents: Adoro te devote; Hyfrydol;
Hymn Enhancements for Piano 30 Introductions, Interludes, and Reharmonizations Anna Laura Page Thirty often-used hymns are provided with an introduction, regular stanza, an interlude, and a final reharmonized stanza. A valuable addition to your piano library. Moderately Easy
15-742 $21.95
Tell the Story Ten Gospel Hymn Arrangements for Piano Anna Laura Page Tunes: CONVERse; Hankey; Let Us Break Bread;
Lasst uns erfreuen; Simple Gifts; Ubi Caritas.
Marching to Zion; Martyrdom; My Redeemer; St. Christopher; Sojourner; Solid Rock; and Thompson.
Moderately Easy
Moderately Easy
15-765 $15.95
15-850 $16.95
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new
Classical Solos for the Church Year
Give Me Jesus
Edited and Arranged by Michael Burkhardt
Duane Funderburk
Medium to Medium-High Voice and Keyboard An edition of useful vocal solos gathered from the works of well-known classical composers. The collection includes both the original language as well as a singable English version. Very useful for church or school use. Moderately Easy
Solo Voice, Cello, and Piano This deeply moving AfricanAmerican spiritual takes on a mournful tone when joined by the sonorous sound of the cello. Listeners and performers alike will find this setting particularly moving. Medium
40-135 $25.00 Contents Agnus Dei - Josef Rheinberger Gesù Bambino - Pietro A. Yon Hail, True Body - Gabriel Fauré Jesus, Priceless Treasure - Johann Sebastian Bach Kyrie - Gabriel Fauré O Sing a Song of Bethlehem - Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Pange lingua - Marc-Antoine Charpentier Prepare Thyself, Zion - Johann Sebastian Bach Rejoice, O My Spirit - Johann Ludwig Bach Sing to the Lord God - Giovanni Battista Pergolesi The Virgin’s Slumber Song - Max Reger Wash Me, Through and Through - Francesco Ciampi
Bless His Holy Name Ten Vocal Solos for the Church Year Mark Shepperd Solo Voice and Piano Ten vocal solos that span the church year. Extremely useful and flexible. The collection features moderate vocal ranges, as well as accessible piano accompaniments. A collection that can be used year after year. Moderately Easy
40-301 $25.00
40-650 $8.00
Let Us Break Bread Together Gwyneth Walker High Voice and Piano or String Orchestra Using the traditional African American tune LET US BREAK BREAD, a new verse is added: Let us rise up together all as one, as a call for strength through unity. Moderately Easy
8649 8649A 8649B
Piano/Vocal Score Orchestra Score Orchestra Parts
Also available for Low Voice and Piano
8650
Piano/Vocal Score
Contents Beneath the Cross Bless His Holy Name Do You Thirst? He Hideth My Soul I Need Thee Every Hour Long the Days of Waiting
$7.75
Make Me an Instrument of Your Peace Praise the King of Heaven Ride On, Ride On in Majesty Still, Still, Still
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Jesus Christ Is Risen Today Eight Medium Voice Songs for Lent and Easter
$7.75 $12.00 $40.00
Michael Larkin
Three Hymns of Hope
Medium Voice Solo and Piano Beautiful accompaniments and flowing melodies are characteristic of this well-known composer’s style. Includes: At the Cry of the First Bird; Golgotha; Were You There; Wondrous Love; Come Away to the Skies; Jesus Christ Is Risen Today; Love’s Redeeming Work Is Done; and The Day of Resurrection. Moderately Easy
Terre Johnson
40-450 $16.95
40-401 $10.00
Contents At the Cry of the First Bird Golgotha Were You There Wondrous Love Come Away to the Skies
Jesus Christ Is Risen Today Love's Redeeming Work Is Done The Day of Resurrection
Low Voice Solo and Piano Three lyrical solos with well-known texts set to original tunes with artful piano accompaniments. The vocal line is notated in bass clef. Moderately Easy
Contents Abide with Me Come, Ye Disconsolate Jesus, Lover of My Soul
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releases Bread of the World Songs for Worship Wayne L. Wold
Solo Voice and Keyboard A collection of 8 vocal solos that spans the church year. Written with the volunteer singer in mind, this collection combines artistry with practical ranges and settings that will be quick to learn and effective to use. Moderately Easy
Contents All Depends on Our Possessing Bread of the World Dear God, Who Loves All Humankind Jesus Call Us Like Noah’s Weary Dove Move Along Sing a Song of Joy You Are Present with Your Love
40-751 $16.00
…still all my song shall be a collection of heartsongs Tom Trenney High or Medium Voice and Piano Recognizing the increased need for solo material in the summer of 2020 MorningStar collaborated with the composer on the release of these solos, now conveniently available in a spiral-bound collection. Medium
40-525 $25.00
Sing Praise Sacred Vocal Solos compilation Solo Voice and Keyboard Now conveniently collected in this handsome volume, this is a compilation of vocal solo material featured in The Weekly, our effort to reach out to churches with material suitable for the varied worship conditions they encountered in the summer of 2020. Moderately Easy
40-550 $25.00
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Contents Nearer, My God, to Thee (High, Medium) Like Him We Rise (Medium) Give Me Jesus (High, Medium) My Hope is Built (High, Medium) Mothering God (High, Medium) Maya's Prayer for Peace (Medium) For Everyone Born (Medium, opt. cello) Be Thou My Vision (Medium, opt. Violin or Viola) Great Is Thy Faithfulness (High, Medium) Holy, Holy, Holy (High, Medium) Come Thou Fount (Medium)
Contents Be Still–Karen Marrolli Bless the Lord, All Nations–Caldara/Burkhardt Bread of Heaven–Karen Marrolli Come to Me, All You Who Labor–Kevin Uppercue Covenant Prayer–Karen Marrolli How Can I Keep from Singing?–Alfred V. Fedak I Am Jesus' Little Lamb–Robert A. Hobby If I Say That You Are Holy–Michael Burkhardt In the Breaking of the Bread–Zebulon M. Highben The Lamb–Michael Burkhardt Like the Murmur of the Dove's Song–M. Burkhardt Soft Mist is Rising–Robert A. Hobby Thy Holy Wings–Michael Burkhardt We Walk by Faith–Karen Marrolli
The Peace of Christ
He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands
Three Vocal Solos for Weddings and General Use
Hal H. Hopson
James Biery
High Voice Solo and Piano Hal Hopson brings his considerable skills to these arrangements for solo high voice and piano. Challenging and engaging for both singer and accompanist, the collection includes the familiar tunes and texts. Moderately Easy
Medium Voice and Organ or Piano O God of Love is specifically for weddings. The Peace of Christ is inspired by Colossians 3:12–7 and is suitable for weddings, baptisms, or reception of new members. The Irish Blessing (May the road rise up to meet you) is a much-loved text with a Contents beautiful new melody. O God of Love The Peace of Christ Moderately Easy The Irish Blessing
40-500 $10.00 Contents He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands His Eye Is on the Sparrow O Jesus, Joy of Loving Hearts
40-850 $10.00
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Ringing Throughout the Year Nine Reproducible Pieces
new releases & bestsellers Alleluia
Michael Burkhardt
Volckmar Leisring arr. Charles E. Peery
Three-Octave Handbells, with opt. Two-Octave Handchimes Level 2, 2+ A reproducible collection of nine pieces that may be used in worship services or may be used as teaching material. The collection was composed to provide opportunities for ringers to focus on a particular ringing technique or aspect of musicianship. Pedagogical information is provided for each composition.
Handbells 3–5 Octaves with Organ Level 2+ Volckmar Leisring’s well-known choral composition for double choir entitled “Ye Sons and Daughters of the King” is arranged here for organ and handbells.
30-756 $4.75
30-730 $25.00
Coming Soon: HANDBELL DIGITAL CATALOG 2022
Let Praises Ring Introductions and Hymn Accompaniments for Handbells, Organ, and Congregation
Charles E. Peery
Volume 1 30-845 $35.00
Volume 2 30-846 $39.00
Volume 3 30-848 $38.00
This popular series includes creative settings of traditional hymns and responses which make these must-have volumes for every church handbell choir. Each hymn has an introduction and festive final verse. 3–5 octaves Handbells—Level 3
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handbell & Orff collect ions
The “Heart, Hands, and Voices” series of publications was developed by MICHAEL BURKHARDT. The series represents a variety of different kinds of musical resources to provide children’s choir leaders with creative and educationally sound resources.
BRAND NEW
Six Original Compositions for Orff Ensemble This reproducible collection of original pieces for Orff ensemble is useful for developing different techniques and provides delightful musical experiences as the same time. Medium
25-525 $26.00
Come, People, Join to Ring Seven Reproducible Settings for Handbells 3 Octaves Handbells Level 2 This collection is specifically designed for working with children in a church setting. A teaching/lesson plan sheet is provided for each piece.
30-715 $25.00
Hymns for Handbells Reproducible Accompaniments and Settings 2–4 Octaves, opt. 2 Oct Handchimes Level 2 This collection of creative hymn enhancements is for ringers and ensembles of all abilities. Each setting is preceded by a brief summary of the arrangment to assist directors and ringers in learning and preparing the music.
30-135 $25.00
Sing ‘n’ Ring Reproducible Materials for the Beginning Handbell/Handchime Choir Unison Voices and 2–3 Octaves Handbells Level 1 The purpose of this collection is to provide materials for initial handbell/handchime experiences by ringing chordal accompaniments for familiar songs. The collection provides materials to help identify and read space and line notes, ring chord warm ups in major and minor tonalities, and ring chord accompaniments for well-known melodies. Many different reproducible items are included.
30-880 $29.95
Four Reproducible Processionals 4 Octaves Handbells and 2 Octaves Handchimes Level 2 Creative and flexible pieces that may be used as processions. Easy to memorize and effective in both worship and concert settings. Reproducible.
30-855 $15.00
Contents: Andante Antiphonal Dance Grazioso Joyful Praise Majestic Procession Syn-co-pa Sonore
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MICHAEL BURKHARDT is internationally known for his innovative and inspiring hymn festivals
and for his creative work with children. He is in frequent demand as a choral clinician, organ recitalist, and hymn festival leader.
Hosanna
All Glory, Laud, and Honor
Christian Gregor/arr. Burkhardt
J. S. Bach/arr. Burkhardt
Two-Part Treble Voices, Handbells, Cello/Bass Instrument or Bassoon/English Horn A festive procession for Palm Sunday appropriate for children or adults. A repetitive handbell part for seven ringers and a part for bass instrument (Bassoon/Cello/Bass Xylophone) serve as the foundation for this two-part (opt. Four-part) canon. Handbells (2 octaves: 13 bells) Easy
Unison Voices, Treble Instrument, opt. Continuo, and Keyboard Dance-like setting 3rd movement Cantata 95, VALET WILL ICH DIR GEBEN/ST. THEODULPH. Advent, Passion/Palm Sunday anthem. Delightful Baroque era chorale setting for young singers. Medium
50-3753 Choral Score 50-3753A Instrumental Parts
$1.95 $8.00
50-3754 $1.85
Missa Brevis Two-Part Treble Voices, Keyboard (Piano or Organ), Orff Instruments, Percussion, Handbells A beautiful two-part setting of the Kyrie and Gloria that begins in Latin and is immediately followed by English. A perfect way to teach beginning part-singing as well as provide meaningful music for worship. Michael Burkhardt Treble Series. Written for Handchimes, Bass Xylophone, Tambourine, Finger Cymbals, Woodblock/Claves, Keyboard. Easy
50-5800 Choral Score 50-5800A Full Score & Parts
$1.95 $11.00
Yonder Come Day
Go Down, Moses
Three-Part Treble Voices a cappella A setting of a Georgia Islands Song that could be used for Easter vigil, Martin Luther King Day, or for All Saints celebrations. Includes teaching instructions. Easy
Two-Part Treble Voices a cappella A flexible setting of the great African-American Spiritual, written in call and response style. Appropriate for teaching part-singing. Teaching instructions are included. Easy
50-5811 $1.95
50-5901 $1.95
Canons for the Church Year Unison Voices, opt. Orff Instruments, and Handbells Useful in worship as processionals, anthems, introits, call to worship and/or Psalm refrains, and as “warm-up” music for rehearsals or “gathering songs” for informal occasions. Varied instrumental accompaniments and performance plans are included with each canon.
50-9803, Set 1 50-9806, Set 2 50-9810, Set 3 (Director’s Edition) 50-9810A, Set 3 (Choir Score)
$2.25 $3.00 $5.00 $1.90
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choral collect ions
He is currently Director of Worship and the Arts at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Livonia, Michigan; Artistic Director for hearts, hands, and voices Fine Arts and Worship Program; and Artistic Director of the Detroit Handbell Ensemble.
Global Music 14 Songs for Treble Voices (Adult, Child, or Youth) and Instruments A very usable collection of 14 pieces for treble voices based on songs from around the world. The collection spans both the church year and the globe, and includes reproducible parts for singers and Orff Instruments.
55-4500 $29.00
Contents Alleluya, Alleluya (Christ the Lord Is Risen Indeed) Honduran Amen, Siyakudumisa (Amen, We Praise Your Name) Xhozan Christ Has Arisen, Alleluia Tanzanian Dawk’yah towgyah thway báhtawm (Hear the Saving Word of God) Kiowan Halle, Halle, Halle Caribbean Halle, Hallelujah Syrian Hear de Lambs a-Cryin’ African-Caribbean I’m So Glad (Jesus Lifted Me) African-American Jesu, tawa pano (Jesus, We Are Here) Zimbabwe: Shona May the God of Hope Go with Us Argentine Praise, Praise, Praise the Lord Traditional Cameroon Tembea na Yesu (Let Us Walk with Jesus) Kenyan Uyaimose (Come, All You People) Zimbabwe: Shona Wa wa wa Emimimo (Come, O Holy Spirit, Come) Yoruban
Praise and Honor Six Anthems for Unison or Two-Part Voices and Orff Ensemble This creative collection of six anthems for treble chorus includes reproducible parts for Voices and Orff Instruments.
55-4000 $27.00 Contents Ezekiel Saw the Wheel Love Consecrates the Humblest Act Oh, Won’t You Sit Down? Praise and Honor This Little Light of Mine Who Built the Ark?
Rise, Children, Gonna Praise the Lord A Collection of Spirituals for Young Singers Unison Voices or SA, opt. Orff Instruments or Handbells Collection of 6 African-American spirituals compiled and arranged for young singers and Orff/handbell ensembles. Opportunities for solo-ensemble singing and beginning experiences in two-part singing. Suggested performance plans included. Handbells: 2 octaves Moderately Easy
50-9804 $1.95 Contents All Night, All Day Amen! Mary Had a Baby Oh, Sinner Man Rise, Children, Gonna Praise the Lord Swing Low, Sweet Chariot
Part-Singing: Global Style 15 Songs from around the World for Children’s Voices This collection is designed to give children initial experiences in part-singing using choral settings of global songs that are reflective of the style and culture of each song’s origin. The Teacher Edition includes accompaniment and optional instrumentation for each song, copy of the music as it appears in the student Student Edition, extensive teaching instructions for each song, vocalises and rhythm charts based on each song, reproducible accompaniment and instrumental pages, pronunciation guides, maps, and background information, and suggestions for church year usage.
50-9811 Teacher Edition (spiral-bound) $25.00 50-9811A Student Edition $5.00
Contents Alabaré – Spain Dievo Avinėli (Lamb of God) – Lithuania Gloria (Glory) – Argentina Gloria a Dios (Glory to God) – Peru Gloria in excelsis – France Gracious Spirit, Heed Our Pleading – Tanzania Kyrie – Russia Nimemwano Bwana – Tanzania Ososŏ, ososŏ (Come Now, O God of Peace) – Korea Rise to Greet the Sun – China Santo, Santo, Santo (Holy, Holy, Holy) – Argentina Sing Unto the Lord – Slovakia There Shall a Star – United Kingdom Wakantanka taku nitawa (Many and Great, O God Are Your Works) – United States Yo Soy la Luz del Mundo – Mexico
30 | BOOKS SUSAN PALO CHERWIEN This prolific poet and hymn writer's gift for words and keen observations have produced these three best-selling volumes. The myriad meditations therein offer beautiful and thoughtful expressions of faith and have been used for hymn festivals and worship services as well as for personal reading.
Crossings
From Glory into Glory
Meditations for Worship
Reflections for Worship
90-31 $24.95
90-42 $24.95
“Singing together is one of the most important things the Christian community does together in worshiping God” —Susan Palo Cherwien
To God I Give My Melody Reflections for Worship 90-53 $26.00
Let Our Words Become Flesh
Singing the Faith
Words for Worship: A Collection of Prayers, Litanies, Benedictions, and Poems
A Short Introduction to Christian Hymnody
Terry W. York
Carl Schalk
This book is meant to be a bridge connecting Sunday’s worship to the following week’s daily life and work by means of words that sound and shape a Christ-like worldview. Divided into six sections: Prayers, Blessings, Child Dedication, Litanies, Benedictions, and Poetry, each section includes an introduction and illustrative examples that can be used in worship.
Carl Schalk’s vast experience as a teacher, author, musicologist, and composer makes him uniquely qualified to present this compact but insightful history of Christian hymnody in the Western Church. In it he guides the reader through the contributions, conflicts, and questions which arose through the successive periods in the development of Christian song from the Old Testament through the twentieth century.
90-62 $18.00
90-59 $15.00
CHRISTOPHER M. BRUNELLE
The Church Year in Limericks Volumes 1 and 2
These delightful volumes are the result of the author's desire to begin choir rehearsals in a new way. These short poems are filled with lively word play that engage the choir’s attention and provide a comment on the day’s music or the week’s activities. can be used as choir devotionals, in church newsletters, or in many other creative ways.
90-58, Volume 1 90-61, Volume 2
$15.00 $15.00
NANCY RAABE
One Minute Devotions for the Church Musician This useful book is a personal journey through the church year with reflections on the scriptures in the Revised Common Lectionary, Year B. The reflections on the scriptures are short, to the point, and quote authors and hymns. They encourage church musicians in their spiritual growth. The book may be used as choir devotionals or may be used for personal devotions.
90-45, Cycle A 90-46, Cycle B 90-47, Cycle C
$12.00 $12.00 $12.00
BOOKS | 31 The Gift of Music Essays on Church Music and Hymnology Edited by Samuel Eatherton, Nathan Myrick, Marcell Silva Steurnagel In this book, fellow experts in the field pay homage to the gift of David W. Music with contributions on congregational song, the work of the Christian musician, historical studies, and the life and work of Music himself. Students and scholars will appreciate these essays for the information they reveal and the discussions they initiate.
90-64 $29.00
PAUL WESTERMEYER
A High and Holy Calling
Church Musicians
Essays of Encouragement for the Church and Its Musicians
Reflections on Their Call, Craft, History, and Challenges
The work of the church musician has always been challenging. In today’s climate, there is a need to find new and effective ways to clearly articulate this calling to clergy, congregations, and choir members. This book of lectures examines their work and craft from a historical perspective through current practices. Paul Westermeyer’s position as clergyman, musician, historian, and musicologist makes him uniquely qualified to give the reader a bird’s eye view of the church musicians’ vocation with all of its challenges and joys.
This book aims to start a dialogue by asking difficult questions about the status quo of life in church and music. This volume contains speeches, articles, and reflections on the work and worth of the vocation of the church musician. Westermeyer details a breadth of topics facing the church and its musicians, including cultural assumptions, clergy-musician relationships, congregational singing, and the legacy to which all of these subjects contribute.
90-60 $15.00
90-65 $16.00
Rise, O Church
Church Music in the United States
Reflections on the Church, Its Ministry, and Empire
This collection of essays is prophetic and pastoral. Dr. Westermeyer pulls themes from Susan Cherwien’s marvelous hymn Rise, O Church and challenges and encourages worship leaders to examine the influences on the church that come from modern day outside sources. Through the study of hymns both modern and historical, the author calls us back to a biblical perspective of worship.
90-41 $15.00
1760–1901
These essays by David W. Music and Paul Westermeyer discuss church music in the United States from the middle of the eighteenth century to the end of the nineteenth. Not a comprehensive history, they can be read singly or as a whole. Their insights into where we have been give perspective on where we may be called to go.
90-49 $24.95
EILEEN GUENTHER
In Their Own Words
Rivals or a Team?
Slave Life and the Power of Spirituals
Clergy-Musician Relationships in the Twenty-First Century This book explores the importance of teamwork, identifying ways in which musicians and clergy can exercise their separate roles effectively and suggesting strategies for building supportive relationships. Former AGO president, Eileen Guenther, takes a clear-eyed look at conflict, reasons musicians leave a church, and approaches for transition when the situation just does not work any longer. She encourages musicians and clergy to work together with mutuality and collegiality in order to fulfill the promise of their ministry.
90-63 $18.95
This groundbreaking study of slavery and spirituals is the first to place the unique voices of an enslaved people squarely within the context of their daily lives. Dr. Guenther’s deeply researched account weaves a succinct history of “America’s original sin” into an examination of the role of singing and religion in slave life and directly correlates slave testimonies—in their own words—to the themes of Spirituals. In addition to surveying the musical styles, performance practices, and melodic and rhythmic characteristics of spirituals, In Their Own Words includes a biblical concordance to 100 of the spirituals most frequently sung.
90-52 $28.00
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$45.00
This featured publication is a compelling and complete chronological catalogue of the late Randall Thompson’s works, both published and unpublished. Readers will discover information gleaned from correspondence, diaries, personal interviews with his family, friends, and colleagues, newspaper reviews, the composer’s own program notes, recordings, and assorted other sources. Extensive performance histories of Thompson’s most notable works, as well as a complete list of every known performance which Thompson himself conducted or attended are also included. Hardcover. 492 pages.
A Documented Catalogue
The Music of Randall Thompson (1899–1984)
CARL B. SCHMIDT AND ELIZABETH K. SCHMIDT
1727 Larkin Williams Rd. Fenton, MO 63026
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