Dr. Tim Sharp Executive Director of the American Choral Directors Association has created this unique and captivating service of lessons an carols in the Early American style. Characteristic harmonies and sounds of the era canbe heard in this one-of-a-kind Christmas celebration. Readings and an outline for the service are included.Includes: Away in a Manger; Followers of the Lamb; Go Tell It on the Mountain; I Heard the Bells onChristmas Day; Oh Come Little Children; O Little Town of Bethlehem; Rise Up Shepherd and Follow; The Saviour's Universal Prayer; Shout Ye Heavens; Thou Child Divine; A Virgin Unspotted; We Three Kings of Orient Are; What ChildIs This? Available separately: SATB Preview CD ChoirTrax CD (split trax only) Preview Pak CD 10-Pak. Score and Parts (flute recorder clarinet percussion violin 1-2 viola cello double bass dulcimer accordion harpand opt. banjo) available as a Printed Edition.

from Ceremony of Candles-Uses: Advent Christmas Eve Christmas Epiphany ConcertScripture: Isaiah 60:1; Daniel 12:3Alive with shining energy this time-honored carol tune is given new poetic clothing and adorned with atreasury of musical delights. From the opening dance-like gestures in the accompaniment to the more classical styled interludes this octavo is a “tour de force” for your holiday concerts. A surprise middle sectioncontrasts with a quote from Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring before surrendering once again to the almost jocular happiness of the theme. For Advent Christmas or Epiphany this anthem will be a festive favorite. Availableseparately: SATB StudioTrax CD (Accomp. SplitTrax Perf.) Orchestration (Score & Parts for Flute 1 & 2 Oboe Clarinet 1 & 2 Bassoon Horn 1 & 2 Trumpet 1-3 Trombone 1 & 2 Bass Trombone/Tuba Timpani Percussion Harp Harpsichord Violin 1 & 2 Viola Cello Double Bass). Duration: ca. 3:21.

German Melody 14th Century-A church musician himself Neil Harmon writes exceedingly well for the church choir. As is the case here many of his seasonal works are accompanied by a chamber ensemble (here for flute clarinet F horn oboe bassoon and harp). Try a group of his arrangements for your lessons and carols service.

Instrumental Accompaniment Set-Contents: Full Score Flute Oboe Bb Clarinet Horn in F Bassoon and Harp

Instrumental Accompaniment Set-Contents: Full Score Flute Oboe Bb Clarinet Horn in F Bassoon and Harp

Commissioned by the Hickory NC Choral Society for their 35th anniversary season Dan Forrest's Requiem For The Living is scored for mixed choir with solos for boy soprano and/or mezzo-soprano soprano & tenor. The instrumentation is available for large orchestra or chamber ensemble. Combining both liturgical and non-liturgical texts in some cases the traditional texts are slightly re-arranged for contextual emphasis. This powerful five movement work projects a wide range of meaningful expression from a biting essay on the vanity and pain of existence to a plea for mercy and a celebration of eternal light. The work standsalone - but would be especially moving for all saints Good Friday or even Palm Sunday. Movements: Introit - Kyrie Vanitas Vanitatum Agnus Dei Sanctus Lux Aeterna 3. Instrumentations available on rental only: 1. Full orch. (HMB265a): 2 flutes 2 oboes 2 bb clarinets 2 bassoons 2 horns (or 1-4: if performing with a large choir horn lines may be doubled by a second player on each part) 2 bb trumpets 2 trombones bass trombone or trombone 3 tuba percussion (1 player: suspended cymbal crash cymbal bass drum triangle glockenspiel crotales (bowed) snare drum low tom-tom (opt.)(or other low drum) timpani (3) (one player) harp strings (min. Suggested count 4.4.2.2.1) full score. 2. Chamber version (HMB265b) - flute oboe horn in f (optional) combined percussion (one player: timpani suspended cymbal crash cymbal triangle glockenspiel crotales (bowed) snare drum low tom-tom (optional) (or other low drum) harp violin cello organ full score. 3. Expanded chamber version (HMB265c) - flute oboe horn in f(opt.) percussion from full orchestra version (1 player: suspended cymbal crash cymbal bass drum triangle glockenspiel crotales (bowed) snare drum low tom-tom (opt. or other low drum) timpani (3) from full orchestra version (1 player) harp strings from full orchestra version

from Footprints in the Sand-Uses: General Lent Revival Christ the Good ShepherdScripture: Exodus 13:21; Psalm 23:1-3; John 10:3A splendid gathering of treasured hymns is found in this pull-out from the best-selling cantata Footprints in the Sand. Ideal for the Lenten journey these hymns are well known and part of almost every denominational hymnal:Guide Me O Thou Great Jehovah; Savior Like a Shepherd Lead Us; and He LeadethMe. Fully orchestrated or using the full piano accompaniment this is sure to be a favorite medley with the people in the pew. Available separately: SATB StudioTrax CD Orchestration CD-ROM (Score & parts for Flute 1&2 Oboe Clarinet 1&2 Bassoon Horn 1&2 Trumpet 1 Trumpet 2&3 Trombone 1&2 Bass Trombone/Tuba Timp Perc 1&2 Harp Piano Violin 1 Violin 2 Viola Cello Double Bass). Duration: ca. 3:26.

From the composer of Festival of Carols and The Winter Rose comes a cantata that celebrates the legacy of early American carols and hymnody. Composed in the spirit of folk music the cantata combines traditionalsounds with more rustic elements creating a blend that is fresh and pleasing. Popular American carols like Away In a Manger and O Little Town of Bethlehem dance with traditional spirituals such as Children GoWhere I Send Thee and Go Tell It on the Mountain. Sacred Harp tunes are re-tooled for Advent and stand alongside new versions of Shaker hymns and Appalachian melodies. Thoughtful narration weaves the movements togetherin a meaningful tapestry of song and Scripture. Two orchestral options are available allowing maximum flexibility in performance. A full line of support products is also available. Available separately: SATB CD-ROM FullOrchestration (Score & Parts for Flute 1 & 2 alto recorder Oboe/English Horn Clarinet 1 & 2 Bassoon Horn 1 & 2 Trumpet 1-3 Trombone 1 & 2 Bass Trombone/Tuba Timpani Percussion Acoustic Guitar Banjo Harp Piano Synth Solo fiddle Violin 1 & 2 Viola Cello Double Bass) Printed Full Orchestration Appalachian Consort Orchestration (Score & parts for Flute Violin Cello Mandolin Guitar Percussion and Piano) StudioTrax CD (accompanimentonly) SplitTrax CD Listening CD 10-Pack Listening CDs Preview Pack (Book/CD combo) RehearsalTrax CDs (part predominant reproducible) Digital Resource Kit (PowerPoint Choir Devotionals Poster Program Flyers Children'sProgram PDFs). Duration: approx. 40 min.

Uses: Advent Epiphany GeneralScripture: John 10:3This anthem is a sacred tone poem shining with the light of hope. Illuminated with the warmth of a rich harmonic syntax this singular choral isrefreshing to the ears and spiritually encouraging to the heart. The lush and colorful orchestration creates a soundtrack to this message of divine faithfulness. Available separately: SATB Studiotrax CD Orchestration (Score andparts for Piccolo flute oboe Bb Clarinet Bass Clarinet Bassoon Horns 1&2 Glock Perc Timp Harp Piano Violin 1&2 Viola Cello Double Bass). Duration: ca. 2:49.

Uses: Funeral Memorial Patriotic ConcertScripture: Matthew 5:4; I Thessalonians 4:14-17; Romans 14:7-9The celebrated text “Do not stand at my grave and weep” is emotionally arrangedinto a concert work of grief and tears hope and joy. A lonely and longing violin melds with a rich and moving piano accompaniment. The piece begins quietly builds with intensity and sings into silence with the text “I amnot there. I did not die.” Presented for the first time with full orchestra. Available separately: SATB PianoTrax CD StudioTrax CD (Accomp. SplitTrax Perf.) Orchestration (Score & Parts for Flt 1&2 Oboe Clarinet 1&2 Bassoon Horn 1&2 Tpt 1 Tpt 2&3 Tbone 1&2 Bass Tbone/Tuba Timp Perc 1&2 Harp Piano Vln 1&2 Viola Cello Double Bass).

SATB-Anne Herring's Easter Anthem for SATB choir. Vocal score.The hand-written Orchestration contains a Conductors Score and parts for: Flute Oboe Clarinet Trumpet 1 & 2 Trumpet 3 Horn 1 & 2 Horn 3 Trombone 1 & 2 Tuba Percussion (orchestra bells timpani) Rhythm Harp Violin 1 Violin 2 Viola Cello and Bass.

with Away in a Manger-Though He knew what love would cost God made a way in the manger to make a way to the cross. Solo driven this is a powerful statement of God's love and provision for us. Orchestration includes score and parts for Flute 1 2 Oboe Clarinet 1 2 Trumpet 1 2 3 Horn 1 2 (Alto Sax) Trombone 1 2 (Tenor Sax/Baritone TC) Trombone 3/Tuba Percussion 1 2 Harp Rhythm Violin 1 2 Viola (Clarinet 3) Cello/Bassoon (Bass Clarinet) String Bass andKeyboard String Reduction. CD Accompaniment Trax also available. Duration: Approx. 5:00

Uses: General Lent Ordination Baccalaureate Graduation Youth ChoirScripture: Proverbs 3:5-6Inspired by a beloved Scripture passage this powerful admonition in song provides musical beauty andspiritual depth. A sweeping theme takes this Biblical mandate and gives it artful wings while a lushly produced orchestration and StudioTrax CD provide several options for performance. Unison singing mixes with expressivefour-part writing adding depth and power. Available separately: SATB StudioTrax CD (Accomp. SplitTrax Perf.) Orchestration (Score & Parts for Flute 1 & 2 Oboe Clarinet 1 & 2 Bassoon Horn 1 & 2 Trumpet 1-3 Trombone 1 &2 Bass Trombone/Tuba Timpani Percussion Harp Piano Violin 1 & 2 Viola Cello Double Bass). Duration: ca. 3:41.

Gentle rocking rhythms and expressive vocal lines enhance the richness of the music in this setting of the Reger art song by John Leavitt. German or English lyrics.Available separately: SATB SA Instrumental ePak (score andparts for Flute 1 & 2 Oboe Clarinet 1 & 2 Bassoon Percussion 1 & 2 Harp Violin 1 & 2 Viola Cello and Bass) and ChoirTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:00

This song by the popular group Point of Grace tells the story of the Magi as they travel to see the tiny King who holds the hope of the world. Incorporates God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen.Available separately: SATB SAB andSSA. Instrumental ePak includes score and parts for Flute Oboe Bb Clarinet F Horn Tambourine Harp Violin 1 2 Viola Cello and Contrabass. ChoirTrax CD also available. Performance Time: Approx. 3:35