Holiday Sacred Musical-Here comes Christmas...with moonlight starry skies shepherds and sheep. Aaron and his fellow shepherds have lost their way to Bethlehem because they stopped to help a stranger in need. Now it's up to Connie Stelation and hersquad of shining stars to help him and the others find their way to witness the miracle at the manger. Five songs and a cast of irrepressible shepherds sheep and stars tell the miraculous story of the coming of the Savior with alittle help from their special prop box. This easily-prepared 15-minute musical is perfect for younger children's choirs and can be performed with as few as eight children or many more. The reproducible Director's Manual offerspermission to photocopy singer's sheets and dialog making Shepherds Stars and a Savior a budget-stretching flexible answer for a creative children's Christmas musical! Available: Director's Manual Performance/Accompaniment CD Preview Cassette (full performance only) and RehearsalTrax Pak (12 preview cassettes for individual rehearsal). Performance Time: 15 minutes. For Grades K-4.

A haunting and beautiful arrangement of the familiar and loved text. Highly dramatic the new music and harmonies converge to create a richly inspired selection like no other Lenten anthem you've heard. The rise and fall of themelody paints a picture of Easter passion...concluding with a mournful and plaintive statement. Truly memorable. Available: SATB.

The melody almost sings itself in this flowing anthem. The text is simple yet heartfelt and supported by a very appropriate harmonic treatment. This is one you can teach to the congregation as well making this anthem all themore memorable. Useful as a call to worship or benediction. Available: SAB.

SATB-Opening with a fanfare-like Gloria in Excelsis Deo this anthem soon builds to an exciting conclusion. Easily prepared during the busy Christmas season. The vocal accompaniment and instrumental parts are well-craftedand will bring chills! A highly recommended addition to your library. Available: SATB Instrumental Pak ChoirTrax CD.

Celebrative and highly rhythmic African Noel shines with energy and excitment. Contrasting dynamics and optional percussion make this one a real creative and refreshing Christmas selection. Beautiful in itssimplicity your choir will have fun with this one! Available: SATB.Celebrative and highly rhythmic African Noel shines with energy and excitment. Contrasting dynamics and optional percussion make this one a real creative and refreshing Christmas selection. Beautiful in its simplicity your choir will have fun with this one! Available: SATB.

From the creator of the bestselling Christmas Canticles comes a stunning cantata. Classic Easter hymns and beautiful new songs are woven together in three suites to create a work perfect for Lent and Easter. Thecantata can be performed in its entirety or use each of the three suites as separate extended anthems. Accompany with organ and/or piano full or chamber orchestra or the outstanding ChoirTrax Accompaniment Cassette. Available:SATB Instrumental Pak (Orchestra) Instrumental Pak (Chamber Orchestra) ChoirTrax Cassette Preview Cassette Preview Pak. Performance Time: Approx. 30:00.

Majestic and festive here's a perfect Christmas call to worship and/or processional with optional congregational involvement. The brass parts are playable and will add greatly to the celebrative nature of the piece. The descantis the final touch to create a glorious finish to this dynamic offering. Available: SATB Instrumental Pak ChoirTrax CD.

Classic sacred poetry speaks to the heart of Christmas in this a cappella gem. Enriched with the depth of its harmonic vocabulary the anthem is a throwback to a sonic past that showcases the choral ensemble's full expressive potential. The traditional Nativity message includes a Glory unto God moment that brings a praiseworthy arc to the anthem's impact before returning to a quiet conclusion. Winsome! Classic sacred poetry speaks to the heart of Christmas in this a cappella gem. Enriched with the depth of its harmonic vocabulary the anthem is a throwback to a sonic past that showcases the choral ensemble's full expressive potential. The traditional Nativity message includes a Glory unto God moment that brings a praiseworthy arc to the anthem's impact before returning to a quiet conclusion. Winsome! Classic sacred poetry speaks to the heart of Christmas in this a cappella gem. Enriched with the depth of its harmonic vocabulary the anthem is a throwback to a sonic past that showcases the choral ensemble's full expressive potential. The traditional Nativity messageincludes a Glory unto God moment that brings a praiseworthy arc to the anthem's impact before returning to a quiet conclusion. Winsome!

Two immortal melodies SLANE and THAXTED embrace in this graceful composition. Approachable choral writing delivers the inspiring message with warm rich harmonies while well-crafted instrumentals create a tapestry of color. This is a stunning anthem for worship services or sacred concert use. Unforgettable! Score and Parts for Orchestra (fl 1-2 ob cl 1-2 bn perc 1-2 C tpt 1-2 tbn 1-2 hp vn 1-2 va vc db) available as a digital download. Score and Parts for Brass/Percussion (C tpt 1-2 tbn 1-2 perc 1-2 pno) also available as a digital download.Two immortal melodies SLANE and THAXTED embrace in this graceful composition. Approachable choral writing delivers the inspiring message with warm rich harmonies while well-crafted instrumentals create a tapestry of color. This is a stunning anthem for worship services or sacred concert use. Unforgettable! Score and Parts for Orchestra (fl 1-2 ob cl 1-2 bn perc 1-2 C tpt 1-2 tbn 1-2 hp vn 1-2 va vc db) available as a digital download. Score and Parts for Brass/Percussion (C tpt 1-2 tbn 1-2 perc 1-2 pno) also available as a digital download.Two immortal melodies SLANE and THAXTED embrace in this graceful composition. Approachable choral writing delivers theinspiring message with warm rich harmonies while well-crafted instrumentals create a tapestry of color. This is a stunning anthem for worship services or sacred concert use. Unforgettable! Score and Parts for Orchestra (fl 1-2 ob cl 1-2 bn perc 1-2 C tpt 1-2 tbn 1-2 hp vn 1-2 va vc db) available as a digital download. Score and Parts for Brass/Percussion (C tpt 1-2 tbn 1-2 perc 1-2 pno) also available as a digital download.

A classic prayer is caressed with winsome music in this brief and beautiful offering. Meeting the constant need for effective worship responses this piece rises above utility and achieves the rare goals of artistry and ministry. Chorally satisfying the harmonies are pleasantly contemporary and the melody organic to the ancient text. Your choir will sound its best when singing this refreshing worshipful setting. Score and Parts (fl 1-2 ob cl 1-2 bn perc 1-2 hp vn 1-2 va vc db) available as a digital download.

A Psalm of Hope-This often-set Psalm has found new purpose in this shining setting. Each phrase of the celebrated scripture receives a special moment with the words being cradled in caring arms. Musically deep this anthem offers thoughtful conductors ample opportunity for interpretive nuance. The orchestration adds yet another layer of loveliness to this significant composition. Truly unique! Score and Parts (fl 1-2 cl 1-2 bn tpt 1-3 hn 1-4 tbn 1-2 tbn 3/tba perc 1-2/timp vn 1-2 vc db) available as a digital download.

Instrumental ePak includes score and parts for Flute Oboe Trumpet 1 2 Horn 1 2 (sub. Trumpet/Trombone) Trombone Bass Trombone Timpani and Percussion. ChoirTrax CD also available. Duration: ca. 4:25

A lovely new text by Ruth Elaine Schram is beautifully set to the classic Humperdinck melody. The string orchestration option makes for a beautiful accompaniment with live players or with the recorded track. Available separately:SATB ChoirTrax CD. String parts available digitally (vl 1 vn 2 va vc db). Duration: ca. 3:45.

The classic Declare His Glory by John W. Peterson with its fanfare-like opening and contrasting legato middle section is once again available. Adapted for use with organ brass and percussion its grandeur and majesty aremaintained along with Peterson's original choral writing.Available separately: SATB and SAB. ChoirTrax CD also available. Instrumental ePak includes score and parts for Bb Trumpet 1 2 & 3 F Horn Trombone 1 & 2 Trombone3/Tuba Percussion and Timpani. Duration: ca. 3:00

Based on the well-known hymn this stately and majestic arrangement is an excellent choice for your local choir or for a festival gathering. The interspersing of voices and brass adds excitement and anticipation.Available separately: SATB and TTBB.

Marsha Ann Zimmerman's text is reflective of Christ's life from the manger to the cross all the while expressing His wonder as Lord Savior and King. Russell Nagy's setting and accompaniment are stellar. Duration: ca. 4:05.

This uplifting Christmas anthem of celebration is based on the traditional Moravian carol Kommet ihr Hirten (Come All Ye Shepherds) with original lyrics by Benjamin Harlan. Accessible for most choirs thisanthem is an excellent choice for call to worship or special programming during the Christmas season. Optional parts for triangle and finger cymbals are included in the score.Available separately: SATB and BonusTrax CD.Performance Time: Approx. 1:50.

Leavitt's setting of this Early American tune is full of color and contrast and will make for a memorable worship or concert moment. Available separately: SATB ChoirTrax CD. Score and parts (fl 1-2 ob cl 1-2 bn c tpt 1-2 tbn 1-2 perc 1-2 hp vn 1-2 va vc db) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download. Duration: ca. 3:05.

This standard hymn text is given a fresh treatment here by John Purifoy. Flowing lines and beautiful harmonies will make this a memorable experience for your choir. Duration: ca. 2:15.

A Psalm of Creation-Lofty musical aspirations are met and surpassed in this Psalm setting which is the next installment in the composer's exploration of the Psalter. Modern melody meets classic text to celebrate the creative power of God in a sacred tone poem filled with fascinating sonic moments. Lush and expressive the opening is a soundtrack of praise. Later the piece recounts the days of creation and the unfolding of the universe while counterpointing with the Latin phrase Cantate Dominum. This is a stunning choral moment that builds intensity to a rhapsodic melody soaring to dizzying heights. This significant anthem ends quiescently with a final affirming Amen. Score and Parts (fl 1-2/picc ob cl 1-2 bn hn 1-2 tpt 1-3 tbn 1-2 tba/btbn mallet perc aux perc timp hp vn 1-2 va vc db) available as a digital download.