I Shall See for SATB a cappella by Michael John Trotta.

The Beatitudes-This through-composed setting moves peacefully through the moods of the text with a unifying element of gentle triplets in the accompaniment. The tonal center changes as if to center on each blessed and then midway settles back into D major for a calm but assuring conclusion. Duration: 4:00

This text in the Sacred Harp tradition was first published in 1891 and is filled with enthusiasm for singing and the joy of faith. The musical setting is new but hearkens back to early American shape-note singing. The harmonies are straightforward and the rhythmic piano accompaniment serves to maintain the energy of the message. Duration:3:15

Fraction Anthem

According to John

Fraction Anthem

For the Music of Creation

Set 6-Michael Burkhardt brings his energetic style to these accompaniments for congregational hymns. While not difficult for either brass players or organist these arrangements are effective and inspiring. Contents: Blessing and Honor Come Worship God Built on the Rock God of Grace and God of Glory Guide Me O Thou Great Jehovah My Hope Is Built on Nothing Less O Sons and Daughters Let Us Sing

3 Easter Pieces for Brass Quartet Timpani and Organ-Experienced church musician Daniel Burton brings creativity and practicality to bear in this delightful set of three tunes. The organ parts are of medium difficulty the brass parts less so leading to an easy put-together and very satisfying result.

Carl Schalk brings his masterful skills to a simple text: Rest eternal grant them Lord and let light perpetual shine upon them. Perfect for All Saints or a memorial service this anthem features beautiful choral writing and an ethereal organ part. 22 measures of the total 41 are intended to be unaccompanied. Carl Schalk brings his masterful skills to a simple text: Rest eternal grant them Lord and let light perpetual shine upon them. Perfect for All Saints or a memorial service this anthem features beautiful choral writing and an ethereal organ part. 22 measures of the total 41 are intended to be unaccompanied.

Oh Come Little Chldren

Come with a Thankful Heart

Perfect for a celebratory recital or worship service five carols are presented in an exuberant style. A nice contrast is found in the section featuring 'The Holly And The Ivy' set as a warm expressive meditation. The fantasia concludes with a restatement of 'Ding Dong Merrily' in 7/8 meter. A duet version is also available. Jubilant and fun!

Trumpet Part

Trumpet & Percussion Parts

14 Hymn-based Preludes and Postludes- Perfect for the pianist-turned-organist 14 well-known hymns are given creative treatments requiring no use of the feet! How well they sound on the organ belies the simplicity of the writing no surprise given that such things are this composer's strength! Pieces are two to three pages each but could easily be extended by repeating sections with registration changes. Contents: And Can It Be Awake My Soul Come Thou Almighty King Dear Lord and Father of Mankind Faith of Our Fathers For the Beauty of the Earth It Is Well with My Soul Jesus the Very Thought of Thee Just As I Am Lo He Comes with Clouds Descending My Shepherd Will Supply MyNeed O Worship the King Praise to the Lord the Almighty Sing Praise to God

Psalm 46-Be Still And Know by Michael John Trotta for SATB choir with Keyboard Piano or Organ accompaniment.

In the Land of the Living by Philip W. J. Stopford arranged by Michael Burkhardt for SATB with Organ accompaniment.

This well-known text attributed to Richard of Chichester and adeptly amended by Alan Hommerding is set for unison voices with the option of a second part. It is simple but still affords room for a small choir (or children's choir) to improve: some large intervals meter changes and the necessity of watching the conductor carefully. Following the dynamic and tempo markings will insure a perfomance that lives up to the dolce nature of the anthem. Accompaniment is organ (preferred) or piano: the flexibility required for a sensitive presentation would be a good task for a student. Duration 2:30

Day of Arising