Orchestra ATB vocal soli, SATB choir, oboe I/oboe d'caccia (viola), oboe II, corno d'caccia, 2 violins, viola, basso continuo

SKU: CA.3101607

Cantata for the New Year's Day. Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Edited by Michael Marker. This edition: urtext. Hymns by Martin Luther: Herr Gott, dich loben wir; Stuttgart Urtext Edition: Bach vocal. German title: Herr Gott, dich loben wir. Sacred vocal music, Cantatas, New year. Study score. Composed 1725. BWV 16. 32 pages. Duration 18 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 31.016/07. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.3101607).

ISBN 9790007092962. Language: German/English. Text: Luther, Martin.

This cantata was first performed in Leipzig on New Year's Day 1726. It belongs to a small group of compositions which were composed between Advent 1725 and mid-January 1726 and whose text were written by the same author. There is no reference to the New Year in connection with the circumcision and naming of Jesus in this afternoon worship service. Rather the thoughts in this work are concerned with the praise of God and thanks for his good deeds. Score available separately - see item CA.3101600.

SATB choir, piano

SKU: LO.10-5600L

Composed by Brad Nix. Choral. Sacred Anthem, Christmas. Octavo. Lorenz Publishing Company #10/5600L. Published by Lorenz Publishing Company (LO.10-5600L).

ISBN 9780787774905.

Brad Nix has taken a lovely, atmospheric text by Rose Aspinall and successfully combined it with his own warm, original music. Silent and Still, scored for SATB choir, piano, and an optional string quartet, will be the perfect addition to your Christmas or Christmas Eve service. Don't miss this one!

By Stanley M. Hoffman. For High voice and keyboard. Sacred Service. Psalm 19:14. Vocal Music. Published by E.C. Schirmer Publishing.

By Gerre Hancock; Richard Webster; Gary Davison. For SATB choir & organ. This edition: CMSO32. Mixed Voices. Church Music Society publications. Sacred Choral Service. Duration 1.5', 4', 1.5'

By Giulio Caccini (1545-1618). Arranged by Thomas Fettke. For SATB choir and piano. Sacred. Octavo. 11 pages. Published by Beckenhorst Press

Composed by Terry D. Taylor. For unison voices with piano and six optional handbells or handchimes. Sacred anthem. Rote to Note Series. Christmas, Epiphany. Octavo. Published by Chorister's Guild

Composed by Anthony Doherty. H.T. Fitzsimons Co. A Cappella, Anthem, General Worship, Sacred. Octavo. 4 pages. H.T. FitzSimons Company #F2391. Published by H.T. FitzSimons Company

SATB vocal soli, SATB choir, flute, 2 clarinets, 2 horns, trumpet, timpani, 2 violins, viola, cello/contrabass, organ - Level 2

SKU: CA.4067812

Bohmische Hirtenmesse. Composed by Jakub Jan Ryba. Edited by Milan Kuna. German title: Bohmische Hirtenmesse 1788. Sacred vocal music, Masses, German, Masses, Latin, Christmas. Single Part, Violin 2. 20 pages. Duration 37 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 40.678/12. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.4067812).

ISBN 9790007076504. Language: Czech/German.

The Missa pastoralis bohemica (Bohemian Shepherds' Mass), composed in 1796 by Mozart's contemporary Jakub Jan Ryba, is the most significant of the so-called Czech Christmas Masses. These are masses in a folkloristic style, in which the individual movements consist of a series of vocal-instrumental scenes in the Czech language; their topic is the birth of Christ and they are performed during the Christmas service. The story is about four Czech shepherds to whom the birth of Christ is announced, whereupon they visit the child in the manger. Ryba's mass became so famous that it is regarded - even today - as a symbol of Czech Christmas. The present critical edition represents the first edition of the work in its original form and the original keys; it contains a singable alternate text in German. Score and part available separately - see item CA.4067800.

SSATB vocal soli, SATB/SATB choir, 2 flutes, 2 oboes, 4 trumpets, timpani, 2 violins, viola, basso continuo

SKU: CA.2719705

Composed by Jan Dismas Zelenka. Edited by Thomas Kohlhase. Arranged by Paul Horn. This edition: urtext. Stuttgart Urtext Edition. Sacred vocal music, Praise and thanks. Choral Score. ZWV 146. 28 pages. Duration 28 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 27.197/05. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.2719705).

ISBN 9790007164867. Text language: Latin.

Two settings of the Te Deum by Jan Dismas Zelenka have been survived: the Te Deum in D major ZWV 145 of ca. 1724 and the present Te Deum a due cori in D major ZWV 146, which was composed in 1731. Whereas the Te Deum ZWV 145 is scored for five voices (soli e tutti) and an orchestra including two trumpets and timpani, the setting of the Te Deum a due cori, which includes five soloists and two four-part choirs, as well as four trumpets and timpani, and soloistic flauti traversi is magnificently realized in a more decisive manner. The large, solemn scoring suggests that the work was composed for a worship service on the occasion of the birth of the Electoral Princess Maria Josepha of Saxony. Score available separately - see item CA.2719700.

By Geoffrey R. Lorenz. For organ. Level: 2-staff. Boutique Items. Published by Lorenz Publishing Company.

SATB choir, congregation, organ

SKU: CA.1037300

Composed by Ludwig Meinardus. Edited by Dieter Zeh. This edition: Paperbound. German title: Kantate auf Christi Geburt. Sacred vocal music, Cantatas, Christmas. Full score. Composed 1888. Opus 48. 32 pages. Duration 20 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 10.373/00. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.1037300).

ISBN 9790007094577. Language: German.

The cantata is an example of the striving toward reform at the end of 19th century to give choir and congregational singing more importance in worship services, even under modest circumstances. Therefore, Ludwig Meinardus did without the participation of soloists and made due with the organ as the accompanying instrument. The antiphonal singing between the choir and congregation holds a central place in this work. The cantata may be performed as a whole, but, in accordance with the conception of the composer it can also be performed within the context of a liturgical service.

Choral (Single, Orchestra)

SKU: HP.C6411

Original, Celebration, Dedication, Music & Singing, God, Gratefulness, Love, Adoration & Praise. Octavo. 12 pages. Hope Publishing Company #C6411. Published by Hope Publishing Company (HP.C6411).

UPC: 763628164119. Joel Raney.

Original Composition This compelling, original composition dramatically proclaims God's praises. There is a sweeping, colorful orchestration by Michael Lawrence. Building throughout to a powerful ending praising, God of power, God of love! This is sure to be a shining moment in any concert or worship service.

SKU: LO.55-1129L

The followers of Jesus reflect on His final days. Composed by Lloyd Larson. Choral cantata. Holy Week, Eastertide, Lent, Sacred. Performance CD/sab score combination. Lorenz Publishing Company #55/1129L. Published by Lorenz Publishing Company (LO.55-1129L).

UPC: 000308121506.

This compelling reflection upon Jesus’ final days is viewed through His eyes and the eyes of those surrounding Him: Mary, sister of Martha; an officer to Caiaphas; Judas; Peter; Jesus Himself; Pilate; Mary, the mother of Jesus; Mary Magdalene; and Thomas. A sequence of dramatic, scripture-based monologues tells the story, alternating with Lloyd Larson’s masterfully inspired music as the “voice of the believer” responds. Flexibly conceived, this work may be presented as simply or as elaborately as you wish, depending upon your resources and preferences. Performance options range from use as a source of single anthems for your seasonal service needs to a short worship program with monologues and choruses or a special, fully staged production. It is our hope that this work will prompt your own reflections upon the great wonder and mystery of the Incarnate God Who, for the love of His people, humbled Himself, dying for our salvation and triumphing over death.

Classics, Hymntune, Hymn Arrangements, Jazz/SwingStyle, Offering, General Worship. 50-Piano, Score. Duration 56 minutes. Hope Publishing Company #8990. Published by Hope Publishing Company

SATB choir, a cappella (SATB) - Very Easy

SKU: OU.9780193952515

Composed by Philip Marshall. Services and Canticles. Church Music Society Publications. Sacred, Choral Service. Vocal score. Duration 5'. Oxford University Press #9780193952515. Published by Oxford University Press (OU.9780193952515).

ISBN 9780193952515. 10 x 7 inches.

For SATB unaccompanied, with ABS text This setting will appeal to choirs of modest resources as well as larger choirs. The final chord of each response is sustained as background to the following petition.

Handbells 3-5 Octave handbells - Level 1 - 2

SKU: HP.2982

Arranged by Sandra Eithun. Original, Education, Processional, Celebration, Music & Singing, General Worship, Introit, Adoration & Praise, Worship. Handbell score. 8 pages. Hope Publishing Company #2982. Published by Hope Publishing Company (HP.2982).

UPC: 763628129828.

Proce ssional collection This collection includes five processionals that can be used to begin a worship service or concert. They are set in five different keys facilitating seamless transitions into the next song. Each processional is eight measures long and should be repeated as necessary. Perfect for worship, concert and educational use.

Handbell - Grade 3

SKU: BP.HB654

Composed by Karen Lake Buckwalter. Arranged by Karen Lake Buckwalter. Handbell choir music. Handbell score. Beckenhorst Press #HB654. Published by Beckenhorst Press (BP.HB654).

Written for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir. Level 3. You'll be whistling the nostalgic melody of this enchanting original tune long after the performance is ended. Flowing accompaniments and interesting chromatic chords abound throughout. A key change gives way to a secondary melody distinct yet still reminiscent of the first, before the original tune returns, now set in a joyous major. A grand addition to any concert or worship service.

By Erik Satie (1866-1925). Arranged by David Marlatt. For F Horn and Keyboard. Brass - French Horn Solo; Masterworks; Solo. Romantic. Part(s). Duration 00:08:35

Orchestra SATB vocal soli, SATB choir, flute, 2 oboes, 2 clarinets, 2 bassoons, 2 horns, 2 trumpets, 3 trombones, timpani, 2 violins, viola, cello, contrabass, organ - Grade 3

SKU: CA.4065914

Messe in As. Composed by Franz Schubert. Edited by Michael Heinemann. This edition: urtext. Stuttgart Urtext Edition: Schubert. Messe In As Rev.2000. Innovative practice aids, Sacred vocal music, Masses, Latin. Single Part, Cello. D 678. 20 pages. Duration 50 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 40.659/14. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.4065914).

ISBN 9790007085483. Key: A flat major. Language: Latin.

Franz Schubert's Mass in A-flat major: A work that time and again occupied the composer anew, with which he, in his words, strived towards the highest in art - and perhaps only wished to receive a court appointment in Vienna. His efforts to present a new, individual mass led, at any rate, to unconventional solutions (and an unusual key), a renunciation of plain acclamation, a reduction of pathos in favor of an exceptionally elaborate composition, particularly the first part - a brilliant missa solemnis for the ceremonious organization of the court church service and, at the same time, the public presentation of an ambitious composer's artistic competence. Score and part available separately - see item CA.4065900.

Composed by John Rutter (1945-). For SAB choir and piano. Mixed Voices. Vocal score. Duration 2.5 minutes. Published by Oxford University Press

3-6 octave handbells - Grade 3

SKU: BP.HB394

Composed by Jason W. Krug. Arranged by Jason W. Krug. Handbell choir music. Handbell part. Beckenhorst Press #HB394. Published by Beckenhorst Press (BP.HB394).

3-6 octaves - level 3; optional violin part included in the score. Jason Krug's stirring arrangement of this haunting melody makes a perfect addition to your Christmas concert or Christmas Eve service. Flowing accompaniment, interwoven countermelodies, and unexpected harmonies abound. If possible, add the optional violin, though handchimes can be substituted in a pinch.

SATB vocal soli, SATB choir, bassoon, clarino/trumpet, 2 violins, basso continuo - Level 4

SKU: CA.4068300

In Nativitate Domini in nocte. Composed by Jakub Jan Ryba. Edited by Karlheinz Ostermann. Arranged by Paul Horn. This edition: Paperbound. German title: Missa Pastoralis In C Zugl.Orgelstimme. Sacred vocal music, Masses, Latin. Full score. Composed 1808. 44 pages. Duration 16 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 40.683/00. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.4068300).

ISBN 9790007087319. Key: C major. Language: Latin.

The Missa pastoralis in C, published here for the first time, dates from about 1808. It belongs to a cycle of sacred pieces, a ,,Cursus sacro-harmonicus, which Ryba planned as Ordinarium and Proprium settings for all the Sundays and feast days of the church year. The Missa pastoralis in C is a pastoral Mass for the matutinal service at Christmas. As in the Missa Pastoralis in B flat, in this Mass Ryba makes use of concertante instruments: trumpet and a bassoon, an instrument seldom employed solistically in a Mass, but which gives this work a unique character.