The Jesus Gift. One of the most successful Christmas anthems of our time is caressed with sincere respect in this new version. A shimmering orchestration adorns and weaves sonic support through this sacred nocturne. The lyrics speak simply with gentle innocence to remind us of Jesus, the most graceful of gifts. This arrangement is a must-do choral moment for candlelight Christmas gatherings and would be a stunning selection for your concert venues. Magnificent! Score and Parts (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, perc 1-3, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download.

A Service of Joy and Reflection-This essential resource for Resurrection Sunday is a festive worship service designed for churches of any size. Beautifully orchestrated and wonderfully crafted to enable quick learning and maximum impact this worship set includes everything you need to fill your Easter service with glorious praise and also provide a time of meaningful reflection on the Cross. Incorporating responsive readings with time-honored hymns and newly composed music this 15-minute choral treasure has something for everyone. A hearty line-up of support products is available to facilitate your learning and presentation. Powerful! Songs include: Why Do You Seek the Living Among the Dead? Alleluia Alleluia Prayer at the Cross Reflections on the Cross Take My Life and Let It Be. Score and parts (fl ob cl hn clo perc - one player per part) available as a Printed Edition. ScorePlay - click to view score with recording.

A Service for Advent (1 Book 1 Preview CD)-This moving cantata is a worship service of contemplation and reflection. Based on the classic Evensong service the work is appropriate for choirs looking for a something that is both traditional and yet very innovative. A profound blending of message and music the writers have provided a moving invitation to quietly consider the advent moment from an ancient yet relevant perspective while the narration for multiple readers and congregation poignantly weaves everything together. Though brief this powerful work will be an inspiring moment as your church prepares for the Christmas event. Truly inspired! Songs include: 'Tis the Winter of Our Longing - O Come Thou Wisdom - O Come Thou Branch of Jesse's Tree - O Come Thou Key of David - O Savior Open Heaven Wide - Come Thou Long-Expected Jesus - Wake Awake for Night Is Flying - O Come O Come Emmanuel. Score and Parts (fl ob eng hn vn 1-2 va vc db) available as a Printed Edition.

This new anthem captures the urgency and excitement felt by the shepherds as they ran to the manger to worship the newborn Christ Child. Rhythmic and joyous! Audio Trax on Brookfield BonusTrax CD #08743774.

Moses Hogan Arrangements of Traditional Spirituals-The inimitable Moses Hogan created stunning arrangements of many spirituals during his all too brief lifetime. In this new collection seasoned church music arranger John Purifoy has edited five of Hogan's arrangements from theiroriginal multi-layered voicings to SATB with piano accompaniment making them completely accessible to all sizes of choirs. Titles include Didn't My Lord Deliver Daniel? Down by the Riverside Steal Away Wade in the Water and We Shall Walk Through the Valley in Peace.Available separately: SATB Preview CD and Preview Pak (one book and one Preview CD).

From his Christmas work A Festival of Lessons and Carols John Leavitt's stately setting of this familar carol with its focus on the baby Christ Child may be used Christmas Eve or for any other special service during theChristmas season. Optional chamber orchestra parts available separately: woodwinds harp handbells strings and percussion.Available separately: SATB ePak(O) and BonusTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:50.

We welcome Lance Bastian to the Hal Leonard catalog with this outstanding setting of a beloved spiritual. The viola part adds a richness to the already moving text and setting. A clarinet part is included as a substitute for theviola. Available separately: SATB BonusTrax CD. Duration: ca. 4:20.

Light and lilting “Gesu Bambino” comes to new life with Benjamin Harlan's musical touch. The optional finger cymbals (or triangle) and flute (or oboe) will add special color. The harmonies are tastefully altered hereand there offering some warm surprises. “Let us adore him” is repeated sustaining a mood of reverence at the manger. Available: SATB.

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.

Samuel Wesley's classic text and tune sparkles in this new John Leavitt arrangement. With a prayerful mood and staightforward vocal and piano writing the hymn emerges with new beauty. Available: SATB.

John Leavitt's arrangement of this beloved American spiritual moves from the simple opening chorale to the full soaring climax - what a wonderful new setting! Optional violin and string bass. Available: SATB SSA TTB.

The soaring hymn Lift High the Cross is given a fresh treatment in this new Benjamin Harlan setting. Useful as a call to worship or processional throughout the year this anthem is also appropriate for Easter. Powerful! Includesparts for Trumpet I

This treasured song is offered in a stunningly expressive setting by John Leavitt with a breathtaking orchestration available separately: live performance or with the CD.