This familiar Scottish song has been tastefully set in a well-crafted arrangement by Barbara Poulshock part of the acclaimed Judy Herrington Choral Series.

A call-to-action and evocation of human potential this song by Grammy winning artist John Legend reflects the themes of hope and change responsibility and leadership and commitment to a better tomorrow and was performed at the Denver convention that nominated Barack Obama for the presidency. Available separately: SATB SAB 2-Part ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:04.

Teachers Tom Voorhis and Barbara Klemp have created a new melody to go with this patriotic favorite that is a tested and proven winner! Available: 2-Part.

Uses: Advent Call to Worship Introit Scripture: Isaiah 40:3-5 Mark 1:3 The words of the prophet become song in this carefully written sacred choral designed for choirs of any size. Perfect as a processional the voices can be divided into any combination maximizing the performance options. There are optional parts for children's voices and the ring and sing handbell part makes this a multi-generational and multi-ministry work. The four Advent candles are clearly presented with a verse for each to the popular carol tune O Come Little Children. Beautiful and useful!

With a rolling arpeggiated accompaniment and tender floating vocal lines one can almost see the birds in flight. Whether beckoning the approach of summer or singing of its end this Christina Rossetti text works well for a spring or fall concert.