With a flowing piano accompaniment a lyrical text with the theme of music and celebration and a power-ballad ending The Song Has Just Begun is a meritable selection for festivals or any time that music is celebrated. Available: SATB; PianoTrax CD.

Uses: Christmas Scripture: Luke 2:8-20 A traditional North American carol forms the musical foundations of this new holiday anthem while new words create a reflective moment for worship. A balancedapproach to unison and four-part singing makes for easy learning and the final words of the verse Christus natus est is a sensitive moment for your group. A beautiful selection for Christmas Eve candlelightservices! Oboe (or C-instrument) part included. Duration: ca. 3:28.

Pop classical soft-shoe and a little swing all contribute to the musical variations in this arrangement of the popular tune. It provides a great opportunity to teach style while being just plain fun in its novelty approach.

Uses: Holy Week Good Friday Scripture: Luke 2:34-35; John 19:26-27 The sorrow of the cross pours from the page in this deeply captivating piece that pays homage to a mother's love. Based on an ancientsacred text ( Stabat Mater Dolorosa ) we experience the loss and deep sadness of the crucifixion and confront the awful price of redemption. The music is a tone painting filled with passion and expressive harmonies. Theconversational qualities of the opening theme clarify the text and allow the director to really work on phrasing and enunciation. Duration: ca. 3:43.

Favorite Carols from Many Lands-Take a holiday trip around the world with this exceptional collection of carols. This cadre of favorites offers variety of style and idiom that add color to your seasonal programming. Thoughtful arranging and a delightful array oftechniques were used for the organist of distinction. Includes: Joy to the World Angels We Have Heard on High Coventry Carol Deck the Hall Ding Dong! Merrily on High! Good Christians All Rejoice Good People All This Christmas Time Infant Holy Infant Lowly Rise Up Shepherd and Follow

A Prayer for Children- Uses: General Baptism Dedication Confirmation Scripture: Matthew 18:1-3; Psalm 127:3; Ephesians 6:4; Mark 9:37 A beautiful berceuse for the soul is presented in this touching prayer for younglives. Rarely do we find meaningful resources for children's moments in worship and this piece brings us a true teaching opportunity wrapped up in sensitive song. Simple yet rich with four-part writing this message in music isperfectly presented in the spirit of innocence and hope. Evocative piano writing completes the package. Cello part included. Duration: ca. 3:03.

Together We Sing Series-In a new TB voicing this popular arrangement encompasses the color and sparkle of the season from beginning to end in only a little over three minutes. A skillfully and tastefully arranged medley of eight popular carols you'll use year after year. In a new TB voicing this popular arrangement encompasses the color and sparkle of the season from beginning to end in only a little over three minutes. A skillfully and tastefully arranged medley of eight popular carols you'll use year after year.

Uses: Palm Sunday Call to Worship Scripture: Mark 11:8-10 - John 12:12-13 A fanfare of praise this festive Hosanna is a wonderful exclamation point to the Triumphal Entry. Whether as a special music moment or as the soundtrack for a procession of palms this regal choral piece is a solid choice. Incorporating the time-honored Hosanna Loud Hosanna is a welcome touch and will bring a convincing power to your presentation. Add the children's choir and you'll have a memorable moment for Palm Sunday. Epic! Score and parts (2 tpts perc) available as a digital download.

All Is Well-The memorable melody AURA LEE is wrapped for Christmas delivery by the incomparable Tom Fettke. This lovely ballad is easy to learn and audiences of all ages will immediately engage with the tune. A wonderful choice fortraditional/transitional churches. The juxtaposition of tender manger scenes with words describing the majestic attributes of the Ancient of Days adds a sense of awe and wonder. Available: SATB. Duration: ca. 4:08.

Simple elegant and useful for all age levels this setting of the traditional Irish Blessing is a perfect closing selection for concert festival or graduation. A lovely work for sacred use as well.Available separately: SATB SSA 3-Part Mixed 2-Part PianoTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:30.

SSA-From the Rodgers and Hart musical Babes in Arms and as a hit recording for many singers including Frank Sinatra this upbeat chart-topper swings as a choral for your pop jazz or concert groups. It's perfect for just the ladies too!

Uses: General All Saints Day Concert Scripture: Revelation 21:2; Ezra 1:1-4 Beginning with the languid strains of a stunning low voice solo and incorporating the traditional spiritual CityCalled Heaven this compelling anthem is a mixture of styles. The stately opening surrenders to a jazzy theme that is contagious in its vibe using the words almost as a rhythm instrument. The solo returns withchoral backup and the anthem ends with soulful exclamations celebrating the hope of heaven. Now available in three voicing options! Available separately: SATB TTBB SSAA Rhythm Pack (Guitar Bass Drums) StudioTrax CD(Accompaniment Split-Trax Performance) Orchestration (Score & parts for Flute 1&2 Clarinet 1&2 Bassoon Horn 1&2 Trumpets 1-3 Trombone 1&2 Bass Trombone/Tuba Drum Set Piano Violin 1&2 Violin Cello Double Bass).Duration: ca. 3:14.

Uses: General Stewardship Commitment Scripture: Micah 6:6-8 A foundational Biblical principal is presented in this Scripture in Song set against the melodic backdrop of a much belovedIrish hymn tune. For stewardship Sundays or for times when our Christian commitment is being emphasized this inspiring challenge is ideal. The choral writing is logical and filled with expressive potential for your worshipensembles. Duration: ca. 3:44.

Uses: Benediction General Advent Scripture: Hebrews 12:15 II Corinthians 9:8 Rising like a prayer this lovely blessing is an ideal closer for your worship gathering. Gentle affirmations surround the congregation with assuring messages of hope peace joy and love while the lush harmonies create a deep spirit of contemplation. A shortened congregational version is included in the octavo. Useful for general or Advent services.

Uses: General Communion Scripture: Psalm 78:19; I Corinthians 11:20-34; Matthew 14:13-21 An engaging text that connects the miracle feeding of the 5000 with the mystery of communion is at the heart ofthis sacred original. The beautiful theme in the flute sets the mood and gradually reveals a tender ballad of grace and assurance. A confident statement of God's provision in our life completes this spiritual journey of worshipand thanksgiving. Flute part included. Duration: ca. 2:53.

Uses: Christmas Concert Scripture: Luke 2 A very intimate Christmas scene is on display in this exquisite tone poem. Close harmonies weave together a winsome tableau of swirling snow and quiet joy.Suitable for church or community performances this choral could be that special candle lighting moment for your holiday concert. Duration: ca. 3:12.

Uses: General Lent Scripture: Psalm 61:1-4: Isaiah 49:16: John 10:27-29 Like a stately rustic dance this anthem is styled in an early American folk idiom. Based on a beautiful thought from Scripture this message of hope and security reminds us of the merciful nature of God and His sheltering grace in our lives. Try it with the acoustic instruments for a truly unique worship presentation. Engaging! Parts for fiddle and bass available as a digital download.

Uses: Christmas Epiphany Lent Scripture: Revelation 17:14 Luke 22:39 Hebrews 2:9 Matthew 5:2 A treasured text that tells the entire life of Jesus in one poem is brought to life with deep expression and dramatic music. The original tune is filled with expressive leaps that arch and flow carrying the text with sensitive hands. Painting with impressionistic harmonic colors and broad dynamic strokes the composer conveys the tenderness of the Savior's birth the confidence of His ministry and the triumphant power of His resurrection. An anthem of scope and substance!

Meredith Willson's famous song is wonderfully arranged for choirs by Mark Hayes and has a terrific piano accompaniment as well as optional orchestral parts. The introduction is captivating and paints the magic of the holidayswhile the heart of the song ends with a big and broad finish. A NEW choral classic for all ages! Available separately: SATB SAB 2-part Digital Orchestration StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:20. This version of Meredith Willson 's famous song has been wonderfully arranged for choirs by Mark Hayes and has a terrific piano accompaniment as well as optional orchestral parts. The introduction is captivating and paints the magic of the holidays while the heart of the song ends with a big and broad finish.

Uses: General Pentecost Evangelism Reformation Music Appreciation Scripture: Isaiah 43:10-11; Romans 12:1-2; Psalm 150:6; Revelation 4:8 An evocative piano pattern in minor establishes a dramaticunderpinning for this choral about the music of our faith. With the challenge to live our song through service music becomes a metaphor for a strong sermon in song for the church as a whole. A celebrated hymn tunecarries the message and the final crescendo is an effective punctuation mark to our divine purpose as people of praise. Duration: ca. 4:00.