Uses: General Hymn Arrangement Call to Worship Scripture: Psalm 95:6 Written in an authentic folk style this hymn arrangement is a distinctive addition to any worship gathering. This cheerfulversion really captures the rustic abandon of the simple pentatonic tune coupled with a fresh original message of worship. A great choice for a call to worship or concert! Easy to learn and easy to like! Available separately:SATB Digital Score & parts (violin cello) LiteTrax CD. Duration: ca. 4:41.

Book/Enhanced CD (with reproducible pages and PDF song charts)- Sing and Celebrate 4! provides everything you need for developing younger elementary choirs in your church! Designed for grades K-4 Sing and Celebrate 4! contains a variety of general and seasonal songs for use throughout the church year. Packed with lesson plans teaching resources and rehearsal planning ideas this collection gives you all the tools necessary for building a successful engaging choir program in one value-packed Book/CD! The enhanced StudioTrax CD features accompaniment and performance tracks along with reproducible singers' pages and colorful PDF song charts for projection options! Songs both familiar and new along with fun creativeteaching plans will nurture the musical and spiritual growth of your singers to last a lifetime. Songs include: All Night All Day (General) God Made Me (General) Luke 6:31 (The Golden Rule) (General)

Uses: Christmas Scripture: Luke 2:1-20; Matthew 2:1-12 Optional handbells and conga drums (or hand drums) join in this song of celebration announcing the birth of Christ. Melodic snippets from theFrench carol Il Est Né bring a charming surprise in the song's mid-section before instruments join the choir as they conclude the piece singing Noel Noel Noel! Available separately:Unison/opt. 2-Part Treble CelebrationTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:05

Uses: Holy Week Good Friday Scripture: Isaiah 53:3-7 - Luke 23:33 - Philippians 2:5-11 This a cappella gem is a poignant choral tableau that displays with bittersweet beauty the deep emotion of the crucifixion. There is purity in the writing that perfectly portrays the passion and the power of this important moment. Set in verse form the variations unfold in sync with the thoughtfully adapted text. Simply beautiful!

Uses: Communion Scripture: Luke 22:19 I Corinthians 11:20-34 The music of grace flows through this sacred song. Tender lines weave a spirit of contemplation and quiet worship. The text celebrates the remembrance of Jesus and His redemptive work. Well-crafted part writing gives the choir a ministerial roll in sharing this reflective message of hope and comfort.

Premiered by Kermit the Frog in The Muppet Movie this Oscar-nominated song by Paul Williams and Kenneth Ascher has been a favorite for generations. Updated here for a cappella voices this arrangement embraces the free-flowing melody of the classic and intertwines it with lush harmonies and a catchy swing section. This inspirational song is sure to appeal to singers and audiences of all ages!

(Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire)-A classic by Mel Torme and a signature song for Nat King Cole this is simply one of the most famous and favorite Christmas songs of all time! The lush orchestration wraps every gorgeous voicing in a beautiful musical package to be opened at your next holiday or Christmas concert.

Based on Etude in E Major by Frederic Chopin- Uses: Christmas Eve Christmas Scripture: Luke 2:6-7; John 1:14 Based on one of Chopins finest themes this Christmas carol for choir is sure to decorate your sanctuary with warmth and grace. The winsome poetry and richchoral rendering bring the spirit of Christmas to life. Careful attention to voice leading and an approachable piano part complete this tasteful musical moment for choirs of any size.

Uses: General Memorial Scripture: Exodus 25:21-22; Psalm 27:5; Isaiah 25:3-4 Inspiring words from a classic sacred text are caressed with loveliness in this octavo. Emotive choral textures and vocal tessitura create adistinctive sound for choirs and the message of finding a calm retreat at the mercy seat of Christ will bring a tranquil comfort to all who hear it. Attention to the dynamic palette of this piece will ensure a memorable moment for all ensembles.

The story of the manger in Bethlehem is told through a percussive text of “no room” and easy four-part a cappella writing. The rhythmic setting can be performed with musical finesse and makes a terrific selection for young voices learningunaccompanied singing.

Uses: Christmas Eve Scripture: Luke 2:7 A precious manger moment is delivered in this beautiful berceuse for Christmas. Intimate and delicate we peek into the stable and see the holy family as they greet their Son andsing their first lullaby. A thoughtful choice for Christmas Eve!

40 Fun Warm-ups Using Songs from 20 Countries-The next time you use warm-ups wander the world with your choir! This collection of forty simple folk songs from twenty different countries is the perfect resource for you. They can be easily memorized for immediate focus and the recommended strategies allow the warm-ups to work for both beginning and advanced singers. Help refine students' ability to listen to each other unify vowels and tune chords all while experiencing beautiful and dynamic songs of other cultures. Suggested for grades 4-12.

David Angerman's expertise as an organist is evident in this new choral Heritage of Faith . The power and sound of that instrument is expertly showcased in this exultant anthem of praise though the piece works equally wellwith piano or keyboard if organ is unavailable. Heritage of Faith is an anthem of thanksgiving and gratitude for all that God has done and for the people who have gone before us laying the foundations of our faith andguiding our lives on the path to grace. Resounding alleluias peal forth in this majestic song of pride and praise. It is ideal for All Saints' Day Reformation Sunday or any festive worship event.

Includes: Amazing Grace · Happy Land · Holy Manna · Shout On! · The Road Home · Wayfaring Stranger.

Uses: Easter Easter Sunrise Scripture: Luke 24:1-12 Sunrise Resurrection has the spirit of an early American folk or square dance - a truly celebratory piece of music that is quitedifferent from the usual Easter proclamation. The contrasting slower legato solos are quickly overtaken by the unrestrained joy and exuberance of the choir. Ideal for use as an anthem or an introit for Easter.

Uses: Music Appreciation General Festival Easter Scripture: I Samuel 16:23; I Corinthians 14:15 This classic J. Paul Williams anthem is the first release in our Legacy series. Thisedition of the best-selling choral is presented with a newly engraved score complete with updates by the composer a fresh orchestration by Stan Pethel and offered for the first time in SSA and TTB voicings.

Uses: General spiritual Second Advent concert Scripture: Revelation 6:16; Ecclesiastes 3:17 Written in the composers' signature gospel vernacular this choral is easy to learn with appealing livelyrhythms. You will find the part-writing perfectly executed and the style of the text exactly matches the spirit of the music. Equally at home with school and church choirs.

2-3 Octaves of Handbells Level 2-Suitable for church or school veteran writer Beverly Simpson has created an extended version of Bach's classic Minuet in G. By including a few jazz chords and rhythms along with an extended section her new rendition makes for a catchy twist on a well-known standard.

This gem from 1985 has steadily become one of the classic repertoire pieces for young bands. Even though it is heavily cross-cued making it suitable for smaller bands this beautiful work is rich in melodic content variedscoring and marvelous counterlines and harmonies. An effective performance vehicle that also teaches legato style and musical sensitivity. Dur: 4:00 (Grade 2.5)

Gorgeous. A perfect marriage of music and text. Joseph Martin paints the words of the poet so eloquently with gentle shifts of meter and mood. Spring and Fall should be in the library of every women's chorus.