SKU: HL.1197758

UPC: 196288134886. 6.75x10.5x0.045 inches.

Here's a choral fantasy on the traditional African American spiritual, “Soon I Will Be Done.” The grave Wagnerian opening sets the stage for the fiery main theme of the piece–a triplet feeling motif in the lower piano that continues under each chorus statement of the melody. The choir re-enters in the role of the “orchestra” in the second chorus with a haunting legato counter melody that leads up to the first verse. Each verse should have a Gospel/Stride feel with the choir, particularly the upper voices, switching to a more Gospel sound and rhythmic feel. The A sections should be performed with aggression and angst to contrast the calm legato middle section. That middle section is our musical prayer of hope that, like the sentiment of this Spiritual, will continue to live in our hearts despite the sometimes difficult realities of life.

SKU: LP.765762171824

UPC: 765762171824.

Usher your congregation into God s throne room of grace with this stirring Easter musical created by songwriting dynamos Dave Clark Don Koch and Cliff Duren! The title cut Mercy Came Running made popular by trio Phillips Craig and Dean in the 1990s takes on new significance in the context of Easter as we visualize God running to save us through Christ s death and resurrection. With performance options for a 47-minute full-length musical an abbreviated 30-minute piece and even a 20-minute option Mercy Came Running is adaptable for any Easter service. And each powerful song can also stand alone to impact your congregation throughout the year! Accompaniment DVD available.