SKU: GI.G-7105

UPC: 785147710509. English. Text Source: Isaiah 2:1–9, 11:9, adapt. SB and MH. Text by Susan R. Briehl. Scripture: Isaiah 2:1–9, Isaiah 11:9.

A prayer for an end to war, based on Isaiah’s call to beat our swords into plowshares. A song that summons all to God’s reign of peace. Mostly unison verses with a choral-and-assembly refrain. For cantor or soloist

A song that summons all to God’s reign of peace.

SKU: PL.0604

* prayerful choral setting, using lush harmonies, suspensions, and descending lines with lifted endings to depict the traditional 19th century text * duetting and trios, as well as contrapuntal entrances add clarity and transparency to this elegant setting * cadences overlapping with new entrances give a timeless, suspended affect * closing section, a sort of coda reflects and repeats the text, Spirit of God, first contrapuntally, and finally, with a four-part final cadence * the climactic phrase, my heart an altar, and your love the flame reflects the essence of this anthem by prize-winning composer Aaron David Miller

Using warm harmonies, some with dissonances, this sensitive anthem is primarily syllabic with mostly connected vocal lines that move diatonically having limited skips. The gentle character remains relatively soft throughout. - James McCray, The Diapason June 2006.

SKU: PL.0008

This delightful Christmas anthem is full of the anticipation of the season. It is set mostly in unison with several phrases that break into 4 parts. Mr. Sitton creates the atmosphere of excitement with the use of the upper part of the vocal range and the insistent rhythmic drive. The intervals an harmonic changes are challenging, yet rewarding for the singer. Each verse concludes with the final phrase in Latin. This would be a particularly appropriate text for Christmas Day.

SKU: CF.CM9619

ISBN 9781491156704. UPC: 680160915248. 6.875 x 10.5 inches. Key: F major. English. Original.

The text of the piece was inspired by a conviction that the deepest meanings of Advent/Christmas are alive and meaningful throughout the year. At the heart, the text is a prayer. Musically, the piece affords a great opportunity for each voice section to take turns sharing the melody. Though mostly homophonic, a countermelody is introduced first by the piano, and then reappears in the alto line midway through the piece, providing a nice contrast both texturally and lyrically. The piece builds to a dramatic climax in the final verse, and then scales back down for a contemplative finish. This piece works especially well in the season of Advent and Christmas, though it's themes resonate and would be appropriate throughout the church liturgical year.

SKU: PL.0040

This beautiful motet is a setting of a prayer from the Episcopal Book of Common Prayer. Its graceful sound is created by mostly step-wise motion and a sensitive rise and fall of the long phrases. The vocal parts stay comfortably in the middle of the range. The setting is further enhanced by subtly shifting tonalities that are immediately attractive. Open O Lord would be appropriate for any season as well as a choral prayer.

SKU: PL.0514

* graceful, sinuous vocal lines * artfully-crafted counterpoint: will encourage sensitive ensemble singing * concluding soprano solo that soars over the final measures * winner of the 2004 Association of Anglican Musician's anthem competition

Winner of the 2004 Association of Anglican Musicians' anthem competition, this setting of Psalm 34:8 is full of intricate, close harmonic sriting in all four parts. The lines, although mostly step-wise in motion, are not without challenge. The final result is a graceful but involved work for the accomplished ensemble. - Cross Accent August 2005.