?I ask for one day where I don't have to hear about pain or life that's lost I ask for one day where whispers of hope are alive inside my heart.? These words written by 5th graders in a writing workshop moved the composer to create this inspiring work.

This is Bennett's first collection of choral pieces written specifically for the Christmas season. These four carols to American texts recall traditional music of the New World the composer's home for many years and bring a welcome fresh approach to the festive idiom: along with the well-loved Away In A Manger and I Wonder As I Wander Bennett gives us his interpretation of two Spirituals - A Child of God and Rise Up Shepherd and Follow.For unison high voices with Piano accompaniment.Score and parts of an orchestral string accompaniment by the composer are available on hire from the publisher (Novello &Company).

Unison Voice and Keyboard-Twelve songs written specifically for childrens choirs highlighting the main seasons of the church year and the basic concepts of Christianity. A quality contribution to worship whether performed by the cherub choir or the adults. Interesting andversatile.Contents:1. Children Of The Lord2. For These Blessings3. Go Now In Peace- 3 Part Voicing (HMC596)4. Light One Candle (HMC1001)5. Lullaby.6. Part Of The Plan.7. Praise The Lord (HMC207).8. Thats Good.9. The Holy Book.10. This Is The Day (HMC229).11. Sing Noel (HMC435).12. You And I.

Uses: General LentScripture: I Corinthians 12:27Based on a stirring 16th century text this gentle anthem reminds us that Christ uses us to show the world His love and grace. Repetition of melodic phrases as well askey text phrases allow singers of all ages to learn the piece quickly and easily. The well-crafted melody flowing accompaniment and inspiring message of service make the piece an excellent selection for use during Lent or any time of year.Available separately: Unison CelebrationTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:06

The setting of a poem by Kathleen Boland for Unison voices (or soloist) with Piano.