SKU: LO.99-2475L

UPC: 000308121438.

This music drama is approximately nine minutes in length and is perfect for incorporation into regular worship on Palm/Passion Sunday. John Parker’s inspired narrative opens the work with shouts of “Hosanna!” as Jesus enters Jerusalem. Mark Hayes’s score enters with growing intensity, and the choir sings a triumphant anthem of praise. The mood changes during the first interlude, as the high priests plot against Jesus, and the music beautifully underscores the scripture-based narrative. The second chorus conveys the scene at the Last Supper with haunting melodies and a lyrically flowing accompaniment. The mood of the following interlude is one of steadfast faith, quoting the hymn “All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name.” Its narrative is inspired by Philippians 2:5–11. The final chorus is a majestic yet reflective affirmation of faith in praise to Jesus, Who was faithful to His final breath. This CD includes both the SATB and SAB performance versions.

SKU: HL.233769

UPC: 888680683498. 5.5x5.0x0.21 inches. John Parker/Joseph M. Martin.

Four children are on a modern day treasure hunt looking for the five core truths of faith as expressed by Martin Luther (ala the Reformation). While celebrating the Reformation's anniversary - 500 years in 2017 - through humor and great music we learn some of the most profound truths in the Christian faith.

SKU: WD.080689705120

UPC: 080689705120.

In the past twenty years, worship styles in many churches have transformed, emphasizing a personal worship that strives for intimacy with the Father. This renewal led some ministries, perhaps unintentionally, to abandon the great hymns of our faith in favor of newly composed worship songs. Other ministries, in an effort to create a balanced worship style, mixed the new with the old, sometimes with results that only amplified the differences between the two. Hymns for Praise & Worship bridges the stylistic gap between modern-day worship songs and the hymns of our Christian heritage. A select advisory board of active music ministers, Word Music staff and key choral arrangers were assembled to pinpoint fifty-six hymns from the vast array of hymnody, not only for their musical quality, but for the messages that they bring to worshippers today. Veteran choral arrangers John E. Coates and Travis Cottrell have been creating new settings of hymns for their own congregations for years. Their experience as worship leaders brought not only musicality, but also congregational and choral pragmatism to each new arrangement in Hymns for Praise & Worship. With all of the same editions and features as the Songs for Praise & Worship series, this collection is designed to work hand-in-hand with existing resources for worship. Various stylistic changes make these settings flow easily, appeal to the modern ear, and correlate with the styles of contemporary praise & worship songs. Throughout this book you will encounter variations from traditional time signatures, intuitive syncopated rhythms, and substituted chords and harmonies. Even the few hymns with more traditional settings are treated in a manner that takes the congregation on a journey through the verses, sometimes in a more through-composed manner, and usually culminating in a climactic conclusion. Each of the changes was not implemented arbitrarily, but with the goal of making the timeless messages of each hymn leap from the page in new and exciting ways. Two added features of Hymns for Praise & Worship are the demonstration and accompaniment recordings. While the songs in the collection are well known, the new arrangements are not. The staff of Word Music felt that it was vital to provide audible resources to teach and lead worship to best communicate the desires of the arrangers. All of the core editions (Choir/Worship Team, Worship Planner, Keyboard Edition, Guitar Edition) reflect the verses and voicings used on the recordings.

SKU: WD.080689942327

UPC: 080689942327.

Featuring the distinctive call of uilleann pipes (Irish bagpipes) and powerful choral writing, this new arrangement of Travis Cottrell and David Moffitt's anthem of faith builds to a stunning climax.

SKU: HL.322513

UPC: 888680974558. 5.0x5.0x0.184 inches. II Kings 9:13, John 12:12-19, Matthew 2:1-11.

The sacred evergreen ELLACOMBE is given festive clothing in this arrangement of a Palm Sunday must-do! Multigenerational in scope, music ministry and congregation come together as one for a unique worship experience. Imagine the waving of palms and the warmth of children's voices, the sparkle of bells and the power of corporate singing, as this paean of praise becomes essential repertoire for the community of faith. Score and Parts (perc 1-2, str bs) available as a digital download.) Handbell part (3 oct.) also available as a digital download.

SKU: LO.99-3970L

UPC: 000308152470.

Performance/accompaniment CD plus Split-track for 10/5256L This Gaither classic receives fresh inspiration with a dramatic setting by Mary McDonald. The winning combination of Bill and Gloria Gaither provides a powerful song of hope and promise that encourages all believers in the journey of life. The choir spans the emotional and dynamic spectrum in a resounding affirmation of faith!

SKU: LO.99-3220L

UPC: 000308136784.

Mark Hill pairs Eliza E. Hewitt’s much-loved lyrics with a beautiful original tune in this sensitive and compelling anthem about Christ’s sacrifice for us. An optional violin obbligato adds depth to this piece that is ideal for Holy Week.

SKU: WD.080689697227

UPC: 080689697227.

SKU: WD.080689725128

UPC: 080689725128.

When the kids come dressed out for The Christmas SOCCER Team sign-ups, they quickly realize they have fouled out! This SOCCER stands for the Society Of Christmas Carolers Emergency Rescue, a team of senior singers who strive to save Christmas carols from extinction. Being good sports, the kids agree to share their songs about Jesus' birth and learn some of the SOCCER team's carols. This musical fusion finds the kids falling into the adult's southern gospel, black gospel and swing arrangements and the SOCCER team adopting the hip-hop, rap and bluegrass styles of the kids' music! The final score is a tie when the kids realize worshipping Christ is the goal of all Christmas music and become starters on The Christmas SOCCER Team to keep the carols of our faith alive and kickin'! Ages: 2nd - 8th Grades.

SKU: LO.99-3018L

UPC: 000308132267.

Celtic Benediction offers a gentle, yet inspiring blessing with a subtle Celtic flare. This original Brad Nix anthem sends the community of faith into the world as ambassadors of peace. The opening treble-voice stanza may be performed as a solo, and the optional flute part lends a warm complement.

SKU: WD.080689974328

UPC: 080689974328.

Two moving songs of contemporary faith, Famous One and Indescribable, are beautifully combined in this touching anthem that is easy-to-prepare and easy-to-present.