There is no rose of such virtue is an anonymous mediaeval text, already well known through beautiful settings by Britten (in his Ceremony of Carols), John Joubert and others. The poem is 'macaronic' (it presents a verse in English, followed by a varying Latin refrain). This new version follows the illustrious examples above by remaining strophic and presenting broadly the same music in a succession of slightly different guises. The first verse is a straightforward four-part setting, the second gives the melody to the tenors and surrounds them with hushed, wordless writing for the other parts, and the third explores a freely canonic relationship between the tenor and soprano lines before carrying the previous verse-endings to a higher, more exalted pitch and mood. The fourth verse then expands its texture in a free climactic passage evoking the songs of praise sung by the angels. This subsides towards the final verse, where the texture of the music attenuates again to four parts, and canonic writing (based on the first four notes of the original melody) permeates all of them. This slightly extended statement leads to a hushed final cadence. Francis Pott (b. 1957) began musical life as a chorister at New College, Oxford. He held open music scholarships at Winchester College and at Magdalene College, Cambridge, where he studied composition with Robin Holloway and Hugh Wood while pursuing piano studies privately in London with the distinguished British artist, Hamish Milne. Throughout the 1990s Francis was John Bennett Lecturer in Music at St Hilda's College, Oxford, and a lay clerk in the Choir of Winchester Cathedral. In 2001 he became Head of London College of Music, University of West London, later leading research across the University's Faculty of Arts and acceding in 2007 to its first Chair in Composition. Francis Pott has become recognised particularly for his sacred choral and organ music. This has been performed in concert and on radio in over three dozen countries worldwide, published by four major UK houses and released extensively on CD. Winner of four national composition awards, in 1997 he received first prize in the piano solo section of the S. S. Prokofiev Composing Competition, Moscow. In 2006 and 2011 he was a nominated finalist in the BASCA/BBC Annual Composer Awards. In summer 2012 he was winner of the international composing competition of the Cheltenham Festival, which sought new piano variations on the arioso song Bist du bei mir, well known in the arrangement by J. S. Bach. Francis lives with his wife and two children on the outskirts of Winchester. An inspiring selection of new works from a range of contemporary composers, the Novello New Choral Series offers pieces for all types of choirs, including sacred and secular works from simple, four-part settings to more expansive, yet accessible, repertoire in an exciting variety of styles. / Choeur Mixte (SATB)

Uses: General Praise Team CommitmentScripture: Romans 5; Philippians 1:7-11; I Peter 1:13-16The wonder of God's grace and the desire to be more like Him are the themes of this heartfelt song ofdevotion from Hillsong United. Arranged for choir and a soloist this can easily be presented as an anthem or used congregationally with a worship leader praise team and choir. Score and parts (perc timp rhythm vn 1-2 va vc db) available as a digital download.

A gentle rock-like flavor permeates this song of confession and commitment. Don Marsh has created an accessible and exciting arrangement that drives to a satisfying conclusion. Truly a song of transparent love and praise!Availableseparately: SATB ChoirTrax CD and Instrumental Pak (score and parts for full orchestra).

Not for the faint of heart this high-energy song of praise will help take your choir and congregation to a new level of praise. The message is appropriate for presentation at Christmas or any time of year. Available separately:SATB Orchestra score and parts ((tpt 1 2 3 tbn 1 2 3 [=asx/tsx] org gtr bgtr dm perc) ChoirTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:50.

SATB-SATB. Darlene Zschech (Shout to the Lord) has created another heartfelt song of praise. This prayerful ballad captures a mood of true worship while Tom Fettke's arrangement is inspired. Take me mold me use me fill me; I give my life to the Potter's Hand. Available for SATB ChoirTrax CD and Instrumental Pak (Full Orchestra).

From the Power of Praise series this medley is a power-packed celebration of God's love. Great hymns are blended with dynamic praise songs creating a thematically-planned and powerful worship experience. Designed for usewith choir and worship team the instrumentation is flexible for praise bands. Contains: I Could Sing of Your Love Forever The Power of Your Love No Greater Love Amazing Love Think About His Love.

Featuring a soloist Richard Kingsmore's setting of this modern song is an affirmation of praise to the Savior. Available separately: SATB ChoirTrax CD. Score and parts (fl 1-2 ob cl 1-2 tpt 1-3 hn tbn 1-2 tbn 3/tba perc timp hp rhythm vn 1-2 va vc db) available as a CD-ROM and as a digital download. Duration: ca. 6:00.

The Oxford Book of Flexible Carols is perfect resource for choirs of all types and sizes. Each piece is presented with flexible scoring options clearly explained throughout enabling performance by various combinations of singers. With carols for Advent Christmas New Year and Epiphany and a fabulous range accessible quality material this is a must-have collection for all choirs at Christmas.

Górecki's Church Songs, based on melodies from Rev Jan Siedlecki's ?piewniki Ko?cielne ('church songbooks'), were composed in 1986. This edition is based on the PWM edition of 2013, which was produced with the assistance of Anna Górecka and Miko?aj Górecki. A special feature of the Boosey publications is the new, alternative Latin sung text by Edward Tambling, which will be attractive to the many choirs who do not wish to sing in Polish. The Latin text is carefully crafted to fit Górecki's score and is both poetic and sensitive to the devotional aspect of the songs. English translations from the Polish are also included, for reference only.The three publications present the songs for sacred use according to devotional subject-matter. In concert performances the songs, or a selection of them, may be performed in any order and combination. Vol 1 contains six songs in praise of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The seven songs in vol 2 take the themes of Good Friday, the Crucifixion, The Cross of Christ and the Resurrection. Vol 3 contains seven songs in praise of St Joseph, St Anne and St Nicholas, the Blessed Sacrament, the Trinity and the Black Madonna of Cz?stochowa. / Choeur Mixte (SATB) A Cappella

with All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name-With the traditional hymn All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name as part of the motif this original anthem from Robert Sterling is full of contemporary praise and will provide an electric moment of praise. Available separately: SATB ChoirTrax CD. Score and parts (fl 1-2 ob cl 1-2 tpt 1-3 hn 1-2 tbn 1-2 btbn perc 1-2 timp hp kybd gtr b dm vn 1-2 va vc db) available as a CD-ROM and as a digital download. Duration: ca. 4:20.

Commissioned by the Texas Choral Directors Association for its 2005 convention 50th anniversary this auspicious anthem is Cindy Berry at her best. She has crafted an outstanding melody that sends the heart soaring even as herworship-centered text directs the listener heavenward. Don't miss this excellent general-use anthem “Neverending Song of Praise.”

Although the words come from the 19th century there is no question the music is of today. The opening tonal clusters from the choir accompanied by a rolling line and steady harmony in the piano create a mood of mystery. Praise rings forth exuberantly in salute of God's command of life and death however the music stays well-grounded in reality and the newness is engaging. An excellent church anthem general song of praise All Saints day or concert. Medium difficulty.