(Studiotrax CD)-Here is a fresh arrangement of a modern classic. Anne Herring's brilliant contemporary masterpiece is presented fully realized with a rich orchestration by the incomparable Mark Hayes. The neo-classic strains of the song areaccentuated by the arranger and his thoughtful approach will make this anthem resonate in sanctuaries of any worship style.

Uses: Pentecost Scripture: Psalm 51:10-12: John 20:21-23 A modern hymn classic from Keith and Kristyn Getty this engaging tune and profound text is a paean of faith for the church. Useful as a congregational moment and equally at home in this choral adaptation this is a welcome addition to songs that celebrate the ministry of the Holy Spirit in our lives. Arranged with reverence to the dignified stylings of the original the voices have chorale-styled harmonies that are easily learned giving directors time to work on creating clarity in this fine lyric. Score and Parts (fl ob cl bn hn 1-2 perc vn 1-2 va vc db) available on CD-ROM and as a digital download.

Composer Merit Series-Come Emmanuel A Communion Meditation Go Out and Serve Him Go Ye Into All the World Jesus Is My Lord! Just a Closer Walk Light of the World The Lord Will Be My Shepherd MaryRocked the Little Baby My Song of Praise A Simple Stable Thanks Be to Go A Thanksgiving Prayer This Glorious Easter Day A Tiny Little Baby We Thank You Lord We Will Keep OurFaith Alive What a Friend Will We Know Him Within the Shadow of the Cross.

This service in song is a joyous celebration of hope and peace for the Christmas season. Using carols narration congregational participation and original anthems this approachable work is the perfect choice for choirs of any size. From jubilant songs of praise to reflective carols of peace this cantata is filled with moments designed to energize the spirit of the season in your community of faith. Extra musical suggestions offer directors creative options for presentation and the wonderfully crafted and colorful orchestrations by Brant Adams further enhance the festive potential of this thoughtful work. Songs include: Christmas Overture and Processional; TheAdvent Rose; The Divine Expectation; Concertato on O Little Town of Bethlehem; Carols from a Quiet Manger; Arise! (Hodie Christus natus est); Bleak Midwinter's Gift; Let There Be Christmas; A Joyful Gathering of

Uses: Christmas Epiphany Concert Scripture: Luke 2:6-7; John 5:24; I John 3:14 A treasured Scottish carol lives again in this dazzling arrangement. Musically and spiritually impressive this choral features a lyricaltune that is joined with a beautiful text with each verse bringing a special musical magic to the adaptation. The triumphal ending is a great exclamation point to this heroic carol. Score and Parts (fl 1-2 ob cl 1-2 bn hn 1-2 tpt 1-3 tbn 1-2 btbn/tba timp perc hp pno vn 1-2 va vc db) available on CD-ROM and as a digital download.

Uses: Commitment General Praise Team Youth Scripture: Proverbs 16:3 - Matthew 22:37 - I Peter 5:8 Here is a dazzling contemporary song that leaps from the page with a confident statement of steadfastness and faithfulness. Driving rhythms and a vitalizing vibe make this uplifting piece a brilliant choice for the contemporary choir. Much repetition allows for quick learning and the engaging theme will make this one a new favorite! Score and Parts (pic hn 1-2 tbn 1-2 btbn perc pno ac gtr/b vn 1-2 va vc) available as a digital download.

Uses: General Wedding Scripture: Luke 6:31 - Romans 12:9 - I Corinthians 13:4-8 The Word becomes song in this scripture-based anthem for choirs seeking an expressive vehicle for worship. A melodically pleasing gesture with wide intervals opens simply before taking on a rich and effective harmonization. A significant developmental B section explores the color of the choir and builds to a passionate restatement of the main theme. The lush orchestration adds greatly to the overall sonic ambience making this a stellar choice for concert presentations. Score and Parts (fl 1-2 ob cl 1-2 bn hn 1-2 tpt 1-3 tbn 1-2 btbn/tba timp perc 1-2 hp pno vn 1-2 va vc db)available as a digital download.

Studiotrax CD-Joyful sounds abound in this colorful Christmas gift for choirs. Through poetic narration scripture passages and creatively arranged carols the timeless story of the birth of Christ is presented. Gathered around the wonders that accompanied Jesus' birth this cantata journeys from the miracle of prophecy to the incarnation and proclamation of this most significant moment. Stellar orchestrations by Brant Adams and a chamber orchestration by Stan Pethel frame the work with golden beauty. A full line of companion products is available to support your presentation. Songs include: Overture A Processional of Hope Joy Arising Your Light Has Come My Soul Rejoices in the Lord ACeltic Cradle Carol Alleluia! Christ Is Born! Would I Miss the Miracle? A Gloria Gathering. Full orchestration (fl 1-2 ob cl 1-2 bn hn 1-2 tpt 1-3 tbn 1-2 tba hp pno timp perc 1-2 vn 1-2 va vc db) available as a Printed Edition or as a digital download. Consort orchestration (fl cl tpt 1-2 tbn bells perc kybrd strings) available as a Printed Edition or as a digital download.

(incorporating She Wore a Yellow Ribbon and Red River Valley)-What a fun folk song selection! This lively and novel arrangement uses an original song along with two American gems culminating as a partner song to make any cowboy proud. Add a fiddle a few hand claps or movement and top it off with hats or yellow scarves and you've got teaching excitement that's a performance standout!

A Musical Play About a Great American Pioneer-NEW EDITION OF THIS TIMELY MUSICAL NOW WITH UPDATED SCRIPT! Johnny Appleseed one of American folklore's most colorful characters comes to life in this lively six song mini-musical. Johnny's extraordinary life and love for all living things is told as a modern day Grandpa reads a bedtime story to his grandchildren. The action moves from present to past and the audience learns of Johnny's boyhood dream to cross the wilderness and then follow him as he plants apple seeds throughout the land. Johnny Appleseed's sincere appreciation of nature and his thoughtful consideration of others serve as the underlying theme for this musical play and a wonderful teaching tool and example foryoung people as well as audiences of all ages. The 35-minute musical can be successfully performed in a wide variety of settings and the cast size is very flexible and appropriate for a wide range of grade levels. The accompaniment track is beautifully orchestrated to enhance the performance setting. The Teacher Edition includes piano/vocal arrangements dialog helpful production guide and digital access to PDFs of singer songsheets and dialog. To perform with recordings there are 2 options. A Performance/Accompaniment CD is available separately. For cost-saving value the Performance Kit/Audio Access includes the Teacher Edition and performance/accompaniment audio recordings via digital access. 35 minutes. Suggested for grades 3-8.

Studiotrax CD-Uses: Christmas Christmas Eve Praise Team Youth Choir Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11 Luke 2:8-19 Pure joy announces the birth of Jesus in this festive song from the contemporary group Sidewalk Prophets. There is almost a little country-folk vibe in this setting of this joyful call to praise. Lots of repetition makes this a quickly learned piece and the ranges are rich and fulfilling. This is so singable you can even ask the congregation to join in on the chorus. Don't miss this one!

Dolly Parton's inspirational hit was nominated for an Academy Award Golden Globe and Grammy Award. Its motivating text rhythmic melody and Bluegrass accompaniment create an exciting and refreshing choral for mixed voices as well as men's choirs.

With a touch of Spanish rhythm and style this original work includes parts for claves and maracas that help create a festive celebration of Christmas. Join the fiesta with el canto open los regalos break the pi±ata and enjoy a whole lot of holiday fa la la!

Mindy Smith's song is filled with childhood innocence and Christmas wonder. With the spirit of Christmas you'll never be lost if you truly believe in your heart. A timeless theme of hoping and dreaming and the wishing that Santa will find you this holiday season.

A Celebration of Faith-Originally commissioned for the 300th anniversary of Charles Wesley's birth Testament of Praise contains arrangements of his most treasured hymns along with original settings of some of his most inspiring lyrics. There are narrations and litanies that provide continuity of purpose as the work unfolds and celebrates the gifts of worship and praise in the life of the church. Each anthem stands on its own allowing the book to function as a collection of favorites. Presented with full orchestrations by Brant Adams you can use this choral menagerie anytime! Songs include: Voices of Praise

A Celebration of Faith-Originally commissioned for the 300th anniversary of Charles Wesley's birth Testament of Praise contains arrangements of his most treasured hymns along with original settings of some of his most inspiring lyrics. There are narrations and litanies that provide continuity of purpose as the work unfolds and celebrates the gifts of worship and praise in the life of the church. Each anthem stands on its own allowing the book to function as a collection of favorites. Presented with full orchestrations by Brant Adams you can use this choral menagerie anytime! Songs include: Voices of Praise

This glorious anthem is the feel good piece of the season! Exuberant and filled with the Spirit your choir will shout the comfort and joy as it interacts with the soloist and connects with the urban gospel styling of this arrangement. The traditional Christmas Gloria is reimagined with articulate syncopations and powerful chords of praise complete with moments for clapping and the addition of a worship band. Careful attention has been paid to avoid the uncomfortable vocal tessituras often associated with this style. Score and Parts (tpt 1-2 tsx tbn pno rhy) available as a digital download.

A Cantata for Holy Week-Portraits in Grace is a musical gallery of faith displaying the life ministry and passion of Jesus. Through scripture narration and song the backdrop is created for the reflections of the Lenten season particularly during Holy Week. As the cantata moves through Christ's extraordinary life each song displays the sacred beauty of the Savior and lingers with His many graceful acts of love. The work ends with Christ's death on the cross and the bittersweet beauty of this redemptive gift to the world. With options that include the visual arts the presentation can be expanded to include more members of your congregation taking the cantata beyond the loft. A small consortof instruments is available as well. Songs include: Prelude Portrait Fairest Lord Jesus The Healer Behold the King We Remember A Sacred Garden Let Us Gather in the Shadow of the Cross Portrait of the Cross Recessional of Shadows. Score and Parts (fl cl hn hp pno vn vc) available as a Printed Editional and as a digital download.

A Christmas Jubilee-Set hearts soaring with this joyful Christmas cantata based on American folk songs spirituals bluegrass-styled carols and original gospel songs. Traditional choral elements dance easily with the rustic qualities of the mountain music and the results are pure joy. Designed to be performed either with piano alone or with the unique bluegrass consort this work is a celebration of light. Even the narration has a gentle folk quality adding to the dramatic potential of your presentation. Experience the work that after its Carnegie Hall debut left New York critics ebullient with praise! Songs include: Hear the Wondrous Story; The King Shall Come; Star of Promise Light of Glory; AMorning Star Will Rise; Mary Went a-Riding; O Little Town; Here Comes the Light; A Christmas Answer; A Little Light Was Born. Score and Parts (fiddle banjo mandolin acoustic guitar upright bass drums) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download.

Kuimba Sifa Kwa Mungu-This unique offering uses images of creation to describe the eternal qualities of God. Inspired by African folk idioms the call and response form along with native percussion completes the package making this a truly unforgettable worship offering. May be sung a cappella if desired. Parts for Bass and Percussion available as a digital download.