SKU: CA.4068705

ISBN 9790007130794. Key: C minor. Language: Latin.

According to statements by the composer, the Missa sacra is suitable for both worship services, as well as for concerts, and at the same time it is not difficult to perform. The expressive harmonies, precise use of counterpoint and its concise themes show that the Missa sacra is a highly romantic work which belongs among the great masterpieces of 19th century sacred music. Following a performance in 1861 Clara Schumann wrote to Johannes Brahms: The Kyrie is deeply moving, and as if cast from one mold; in the Sanctus individual movements had such a wonderful sonorous effect that chills ran down my spine. For the present edition Zsigmond Szathmary has made a new arrangement for organ of the original orchestra accompaniment. Additional editions in the Series Choir & Organ.

SKU: MN.50-9069

UPC: 688670590696.

Spiritual. Maintains simple beauty and flowing melody of gospel hymn, HOLY QUIETNESS, while developing contrasting theme in accompaniment and varying key and vocal parts for each stanza. Appropriate introduction of traditional gospel hymnody to choirs/congregations.

SKU: MN.50-4503

UPC: 688670545030. English.

This exuberant anthem for Easter derives some of its energy from the triple meter and lively tempo and some from the buoyant organ accompaniment. Joyful Alleluias punctuate the choral parts throughout. Both the text and music are original; the text touches on traditional Easter themes.

SKU: AP.48905

UPC: 038081562292. English.

Let's gather together, let's celebrate, let's sing! The action-packed main theme of this glorious original work organizes rhythmic accents into 332 subdivisions and seamlessly pivots from key to key, before opening up to full choral harmony. A reverent Gaudeamus Hodie passage assembles lyrical lines section by section in smooth choral counterpoint, leading to a triumphant fanfare that bookends this jubilant song of exaltation. Ideal for school and/or church. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

SKU: OU.9780193870130

ISBN 9780193870130.

For SATB choir, upper voice choir, and organ The composer skilfully creates a dialogue between the upper-voice choir (or two-female soloists) and SATB choir. O praise the gracious power is especially appropriate for services with a theme of peace and unity.

SKU: MN.50-6029A

UPC: 688670602917.

This sturdy hymn-tune (encompassing only a major sixth in the best singing range of most congregations) is set with a flourish. The organ introduction, key-change and coda make it perfect for a grand recessional hymn. The new text is Eucharistic in nature and has a strongsending forth to serve Christ theme (also very useful for Bread for the World Sunday). The optional brass quartet, flute, and timpani dress the hymn for special occasions including Church Anniversaries, Ecumenical Services, Hymn Festivals, or any occasion stressing the Family of God and Thanksgiving.

SKU: GI.G-9002

UPC: 785147900207. English. Text by Delores Dufner.

Though intended for Communion, each setting has its own theme, making them suitable at other times—whether in praise of the risen Christ, as a song to answer Christ’s invitation to the banquet, or when we gather in his name and then go forth to share his life with the world. While scored for SATB voices, the settings are versatile enough for use by cantor and assembly or by smaller, unison choirs. The accompaniments work well on organ, piano, or guitar. Contents: Alleluia, Alleluia, Praise the Risen Son!, Happy Are All Who Are Called to the Feast and Where Two or More Have Come.