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.

The Wounds was expertly composed by British composer James Whitbourn for SATB chorus Speaker Violin Cello and Organ. This selection include Cello Organ and Violin parts.James' international reputation as a composer began very early on as a programme maker at the BBC.?The Wounds is intended as a devotional work and is best heard in the context of a liturgical event in - orclose to - Passiontide. Each section continues from the previous one without pause to create a seamless whole.? James Whitbourn

SATB-Every choir needs a cache of anthems that are easy to learn for those “slim” Sundays. One Rehearsal Wonders will be an essential for directors who are looking for quality SAB two-part and simple SATB anthems.From contemporary chorals for worship to expressive songs of devotion and praise this compilation of eight anthems plus bonus benediction is ideal for smaller adult and youth choirs. One Rehearsal Wonders will meet manyneeds for easily learned anthems and will prove to be a valuable budgetstretcher as well.Contents: I Will Rejoice • He Will Carry You Through • One Step He Leads • Praise God • Delight Yourself in theLord • Awaken Me to Pray • O Give Thanks • At the Cross • Go in Love.

No. 4 Roses I Send to You-Roses I Send to You is a tender song of love and devotion expressed in turn by a woman her lover and together as a couple.

Uses: General youthScripture: II Corinthians 3:2-6A fabulous original anthem of devotion artfully adorned with inspired music. The memorable theme presents the words of II Corinthians in anattractive and motivating song. At the heart of this song is a relevant call to Christians to reach out in a faith rich with love to the world around us. Available: SATB; Full Orchestration; StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:42.

Incorporating More Love to Thee-Uses: General Communion LentScripture: Ephesians 6:24This quiet song of worship and devotion enriches the spirit and musicianship of your group. This reflective composition is a beautiful choice fora prayer response or as a contemplative meditation. The rich harmonic language nurtures every voice part and shows them in their finest registers. Great craftsmanship and thoughtful theology! Available: SATB. Duration: ca. 4:21.

J. Daniel Smith has arranged this song from Lynn DeShazo for SATB voicing. This is a great prayer of devotion and dedication.

Composer John Brunning's setting of the beloved text from the Requiem mass is a heartfelt expression of gentle devotion and lyric beauty. The simple lines and rich harmonic underlay will linger long after the final ?dona eis requiem.? Duration: ca. 3:10.

When the BBC commissioned this work for the Last Night of the Proms 2018 I was given quite a detailed brief. First the work should be for the BBC Singers and BBC Symphony Chorus (with the BBC Symphony Orchestra) and the two choirs should be quite independent of each other. Secondly the words should acknowledge the centenary of the end of World War I but look optimistically to the future. For the centenary I chose In the Underworld by World War I poet Isaac Rosenberg written in 1914. Originally about unrequited love it can read if you do not know its context as a prophetic look at the next four years with the sense that the women left at home cannot begin tocomprehend the horrors their men face in the trenches. The BBC Singers represent Rosenberg and their music is based on a beautiful Ashkenazi-Jewish prayer mode â?? also known as the â??Ukrainian Gypsyâ?? mode. While I was reading The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran (written in 1923) I came across these lines which seem to answer and assuage the fears expressed in Rosenbergâ??s poem. The BBC Symphony Chorus take on the role of Gibran singing in a beautiful melismatic Maronite Syriac chant into which faith Gibran was born in Lebanon. Later in his life he became very interested in Islam particularly Sufism; therefore the whole piece is in the form of a Sufi Zikr with Sufi devotional rhythms in the percussion starting quiet and low but slowly becoming higher faster and louder. The two choirs start separately but merge into a â??conversation â?? sometimes overlapping and ending on a positive note: Rosenbergâ??s Creature of light and happiness over Gibranâ??s We shall build a tower in the sky. Quite by accident all three Abrahamic faiths are represented in this piece â?? but as Kahlil Gibran famously said: â??You are my brother and I love you. I love you when you prostrate yourself in your mosque and kneel in your church and pray in your synagogue. You and I are sons of one faith â?? the Spirit.'

A soaring arrangement of a Brazilian devotional workAlso available in TTBB (HMC1748)

Uses: Christmas Christmas Eve Scripture: Genesis 15:2 Psalm 18:10 I Corinthians 6:19-20 Philippians 4:19 Written in the composer's characteristic expressive ballad style this sacred cradle song is a precious portrait of the newborn Savior. Juxtaposing the manger scene with the holy child's future ministry among us permeates the song with meaning and a deep sense of awe. The chorus is a moment of worship that will bring power to the singing making this music more than a performance. Inspiring poetry plus thoughtful music equals a truly memorable devotional anthem. Score and Parts (vn 1-2 va vc db) available as a digital download.

A charming devotional for mixed chorus with the first verse in women's voices superb revival of a loved classic hymn.

Uses: Holy Week Good FridayScripture: Isaiah 53:3-6; John 19:30This hymn re-setting is filled with deep emotion and tender beauty and builds upon a melodic sequence that instantly carries this classic text deep into a spirit of reflection. Punctuated by touching statements of “Kyrie” which offer a devotional reply to the text this anthem is ideal for Holy Week gatherings. The stylish piano accompaniment adds an expressive element to this work.

A Wesleyan text of great meaning and depth is displayed with gorgeous music in this devotional octavo. The restrained and reverent theme develops slowly in perfect harmony with the text incorporating O Jesus Full of Truth and Grace. Reminding the believer that the greatest response to grace is a life of holiness this anthem is literally a sermon in song. Destined to be a sacred standard!

A fresh and original approach to the moving 19th century devotional text flowing and chant-like