This is a new Easter anthem for mixed chorus with piano or organ and optional trumpet. It is a relatively simple work that is festive and energetic. Try it with choirs of all sizes!

from Canticle of the Cross-Uses: Lent Holy Week Good FridayScripture: Genesis 1:31; Matthew 4:23 13:54-56; John 19:30A significant text and a compelling melody combine to create a moving testament of grace. Set in threetableaus from the life of Christ the text employs sacred metaphor connecting the listener to Jesus as Carpenter Healer and Redeemer. Based upon a folk song the music moves from gentle beauty to sections that are powerful anddramatic. The final lines of “it is finished it is good ” bring an emotive completion to the great story of grace. Available separately: SATB StudioTrax CD Orchestration (Score and parts for alto recorder oboe/english horn clarinet 1&2 bassoon horn 1&2 trumpets 1-3 trombone 1&2 tuba timpani percussion 1&2 harp piano violin 1&2 viola cello double bass). Duration: ca. 4:28.

Bach, Johann Sebastian Now my soul exalts the Lord BWV 10 Cantata for the Feast of Visitation B. V. M. With his cantata ?Meine Seel erhebt den Herren? which Bach composed for the Visitation of Mary (2 July), he created a Magnificat setting of a different kind: The German text source is a combination of biblical text and a free interpretation, the basis being the Marian hymn of praise from the Gospel according to Luke. The 9th psalm tone acts as the chorale melody and becomes a recurring musical theme. With a small scoring of one trumpet (which if need be can be omitted), two oboes, strings and basso continuo along with four soloists and choir, Bach succeeds in writing a festive music of 20-25 minutes. This performing edition is based on the Urtext of the ?New Bach Edition?. - Festive cantata based on the Urtext of the ?New Bach Edition? - With a duration of 20-25 minutes Edition no.: BA 10010-90 ISMN: 9790006561520 Editor: Wolf, Uwe Arranger: Grünert, Matthias Language(s) of work: German, English Language(s) of text: English, German Product format: Piano reduction, Urtext edition Binding: Stapled Pages / Format: IV, 33 S. - 27,0 x 19,0 cm

Uses: General Lent Ash Wednesday Holy WeekScripture: I John 1:9; Psalm 51:10-12; Hebrews 8:12From the pages of concert music repertoire comes an adaptation that incorporates the power of theoriginal masterwork with the impact of a new sacred text. Contemplative in nature the cry for forgiveness and mercy rises like a prayer from the luxurious textures of the choral sonority. Linear voice leading gives thisthrough-composed anthem an organic quality flowing with emotion and religious devotion. A noble orchestration crowns the whole with dignity and nobility. Available separately: SATB Orchestration StudioTrax CD. (Orchestrationinstrumentation: Score & parts for flute 1&2 oboe clarinet 1&2 bassoon horn 1&2 trumpets 1-3 trombone 1-3 tuba timpani percussion 1&2 harp piano violin 1&2 viola cello double bass). Duration: ca. 4:47.

Combining the classical Mass form with American musical styles Missa Americana joins together both old and new. This innovative combination allows the work to be performed in both church and concert settings. IncorporatingEnglish and traditional Latin texts Missa Americana is set for mixed choir and soprano and tenor soli with orchestral or organ accompaniment. Movements: Introit and Kyrie Gloria Credo Offertory (text from Psalm 138) Sanctus and Benedictus Agnus Dei (based on American hymn tune). Publications available: SATB Score Organ Score and Orchestra (score and parts for 2 Flutes Piccolo 2 Oboes English Horn 2 Bb Clarinets Bb Bass Clarinet 2Bassoons 4 F Horns 3 Bb Trumpets 2 Trombones Bass Trombone Tuba Timpani Percussion (3 players) Harp Celesta (Piano) Violin Viola Cello and Bass). Total Performance Time: Approx. 26 minutes

Uses: General Music Appreciation ConcertScripture: Psalm 66:4; James 5:13; Psalm 96:1Leaping joyfully from the score this music of unbridled energy calls the world to jubilant praise. Masterfullyamalgamating classic sacred poetry along with words from the Psalms this general use anthem is equally at home in the sanctuary or concert hall. Whether done with piano alone with brass and percussion or with the fullorchestration you will ignite the spirit of song in a bright new way with this amazing composition. Available separately: SATB SSAA StudioTrax CD (Accompaniment Split-Trax Performance) Brass & Percussion parts FullOrchestration CD-ROM (Score & parts for Flute 1&2 (Fl. 2 dbl. Piccolo) Oboe Clarinet 1&2 Bassoon Horn 1&2 Trumpets 1-3 Trombone 1&2 Bass Trombone/Tuba Timpani Percussion 1&2 Harp Piano Violin 1&2 Violin Cello DoubleBass). Duration: ca. 2:39.

Ralph Williams Vaughan's A Song Of Thanksgiving for soprano solo speaker SATB chorus and full orchestra (or 3 trumpets timpani percussion harp or piano organ and strings) Material for both versions is available on hire.

Instrumental Accompaniment Set-Contents: Score 2 Flutes 2 Oboes 2 Bb Clarinets 2 Bassoons 2 Horns In F 2 Bb Trumpets 2 Trombones 2 Low Brass (3 Trombone or Bass Trombone and Tuba) Timpani and Strings The piano plays from the vocal score