SKU: HP.8949

Lent & Easter Musical
Not 'Who Was Jesus?' but 'Who Is Jesus?' The question is asked in the present tense because it's Christ's interaction with our lives in the here and now that is the focus of this 30 minute Tenebrae service. The events of Holy Week are presented through enticing arrangements of familiar hymns and spirituals plus narration, culminating with the crucifixion story in a moving rendition of 'O Sacred Head, Now Wounded. ' There are opportunities to include vocal solos, as well as, congregational singing. The accompaniment can be provided by piano, CD track, or a chamber ensemble of five instruments. A further option is an organ part that can work with just piano or can be added to the chamber instruments. Finally, there are instructions for lighting and extinguishing seven candles ending in darkness with all softly singing of the first verse of 'Fairest Lord Jesus. '

Instrumental Parts: Conductor's Score, Organ, Flute, Oboe, Violin,Cello and Horn in F.

SKU: MN.50-1159

UPC: 688670511592. English.

This anthem from the original service of Lessons and Carols, incorporates a fresh new approach. This piece works equally well with organ alone or with an instrumental ensemble for added strength.

SKU: MN.50-1603

UPC: 688670516030.

A tender lullaby that not only expresses the sentiments in the stable, but also hints at the events in the life of the Christ. With text by Richard Leach and an original melody by K. Lee Scott, this is a moving anthem for worship or concert use. Taken from ScottÕs larger work Sing the Songs of Bethlehem: A Service of Lessons and Carols.

SKU: GI.G-9573

UPC: 785147957300. English, French, Latin, Spanish. Text Source: Revised Order of Mass 2010, Lectionary for Mass

In honor of the 200th anniversary of St. Rose Philippine Duschene’s arrival in New Orleans, Michael Joncas was commissioned to write a new mass setting by the Religious of the Sacred Heart. This edition is scored for SATB voices and features instrumental parts for complete symphony orchestra. Parts may be used according to the players available in your circumstance.  The mass includes optional phrases in French and Potawatomi honoring the American saint’s heritage and ministry. The mass may be sung in unison, reserving the choral and instrumental parts for holy days. While some contemporary musical settings of the “Glory to God” seem burdensome and even awkward, Joncas’s melody is absolutely delightful. The singable through-composed Gloria boasts a magnificent and manageable modulation that contributes to the triumphant nature of the piece. John Kyler Pray Tell: Worship, Wit, & Wisdom Read the full review here.