SKU: HL.339749

UPC: 840126916782. 6.75x10.5x0.019 inches. Isaiah 9:2, Luke 2:34-35, Matthew 2:9.

There is a pristine loveliness in this original setting of a classic Reginald Heber Christmas/Epiphany text. With shimmering harmonies, this unaccompanied gem shines with expressive potential. Well-considered part writing lends an organic quality to the timbre of the piece and cradles the image-rich poetry with care. Brief in length, this choral carol makes an ideal addition to liturgical or concert programming.

SKU: HL.2050289

UPC: 797242852596. 6.75x10.5x0.302 inches.

Peace on earth. Has there ever been such a thing - will there ever be? Wars and rumors of wars are the mile markers of history. Wars seem to be the events by which history is recorded. Did you ever hear of World Peace I or World Peace II - or the years of Civil Peace? Did the Holy Scriptures really promise Peace On Earth? Did an angel from heaven really proclaim “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom He is pleased!” ? (Luke 2:14) The answer is...YES!Butwhatabout...? - Butwhatabout...? - Butwhatabout...?We could spend most of our lives filling in these blanks. However - if we take the cognizant, courageous leap of faith - if we choose to believe God's Word is true - then we must refine our understanding of peace. Jesus said - “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” John 14:27Jesus knows about peace - He is indeed the Prince of Peace. How then can we define peace...? Peace is not the absence of conflict - Peace is the presence of God.God made His presence known in a spectacular, miraculous way long ago in the ancient city of Bethlehem. His presence remains just as real - just as powerful - just as loving.Thanks be to God for His tender mercy and all sufficient grace. May we be instruments used of God to live out and reach others with the good news. Glory to God in the highest! There Is Peace in the World Tonight.

SKU: MN.60-4011

UPC: 688670640117. English.

The hymn tune SHADES MOUNTAIN (K. Lee Scott, 1987) is paired with a 1976 Erik Routley text in this concertato for choir, congregation, brass quintet, organ, and optional timpani and percussion. Six stanzas of the fifteen-measure melody are provided here. Two stanzas are notated in SATB layout. Stanza 2 encourages the congregation to sing in four parts as in a hymnal layout (reproducible congregational pages are provided). Stanza 4 is for the choir alone, a cappella, in four parts. One stanza (1) asks the women of the congregation to sing with the women of the choir, and this concept is repeated with the men (stanza 3). Stanza 5 is unison, stanza 6 is unison with descant. An introduction and interlude before the final stanza round out the piece. A majestic piece, full of wonderful variety and color.

SKU: HL.2050315

UPC: 797242409196. 6.75x10.5x0.439 inches.

“We celebrate that He has come. And if He came once, He will come again! These are the promises!”This four-part journey through the Advent season breathes new life into the ancient practice of the lighting of the candles on the Advent wreath. From the opening welcome which includes the wonderful classic worship chorus,Come, Messiah King to the final faith-filled prayer of “Let it be to me” this project beautifully expresses our longing for Messiah.Each week's Advent reading (scripted for 2 narrators) highlights the themes of hope, faith, joy, and peace.All you need: 1 scripture reader, 2 narrators, and your choir. There's something for each of the 4 Advent Sundays before Christmas.Book includes: Scripture readings Advent Readings 1 Classic Worship Chorus 4 SATB choir anthems Closing Prayers Production notes.

SKU: XC.HRMG2351

UPC: 785147109655.

Requiem is a powerfully appealing, tender exploration of love and loss. Grounded in tradition while incorporating a present-day harmonic language, two Gregorian Chant motives are interwoven throughout the lush harmonies and soaring melodies. The level of difficulty is within the reach of many choirs and most orchestral players, making it an attractive choice for church or concert hall. A new translation of the traditional text makes it possible to perform the work entirely in English or entirely in Latin. Available accompaniments for piano, organ only, organ and winds, or chamber orchestra. Whether your choir sings a major work twice a year or is looking to try a multi-movement work for the first time, it is an excellent choice for the worship space or concert hall. The work has a flexible duration (28-40 min.) depending on the inclusions optional solo and a cappella movements. 40 min. – Complete – All movements - 34 min. – Without Solo Movements (5 And 9) - 33 min. – Without Unaccompanied Movements (2 and 7) - 28 min. – Without Unaccompanied or Solo Movements (1,3,4,6,9, 10 only) There are 3 accompaniment options: Piano/Organ only; Organ and Winds (5 players + org.); Chamber Orch. (13-20 players).