SKU: PR.114410840

UPC: 680160015689.

See the biography of Michael Karmon on the back cover.
WHEN THE SHEEP WON'T COME:  A SLEEPLESS NOCTURNE FOR GUITAR was composed for Joseph Hagedorn, winner of the 1990 GFA solo competition, and premiered by him in November 1999.  My original idea was to write a serene and moody nocturne in several movements.  However, as I began researching and listening to new guitar pieces, I came across Toru Takemitsu's All in Twilight, and it immediately made a profound impression.  At the time I found it beautiful, moving, and inspiring, but I also felt I didn't have anything to add to what Takemitsu already did, and that I needed to find a new concept for my piece.  So, I decided to view night as a potentially restless time, rather than a serene time, and portray states of mind one might go through during a sleepless night.  The names of the movements evoke, at least in my mind, the moods I am to depict, and the piece becomes progressively more convoluted as it goes on.  By the end, the music is a surreal and weary shadow of the opening.

SKU: HL.49023849

ISBN 9783795756758. 6.25x9.5x0.967 inches. German. Claudia Schmidt.

Das Liederbuch enthalt 243 Lieder mit Erklarungen, bearbeitet fur Gesangstimmen (ein bis vier Stimmen) und Gitarrenbegleitung. Der thematische Bogen reicht von Kinderliedern, Volksliedern, franzosischen Chansons uber Spirituals, Folk Songs und Schlager bis hin zu Rock und Pop. Alle Lieder sind als leichte bis mittelschwere Arrangements gut nachzuspielen. Das Buch enthalt Basisinformationen zu jedem Kapitel, begleitende Texte und Erlauterungen zu soziokulturellen Hintergrunden von Autoren und Liedern. Diese Sammlung der besten Lieder und Songs ist mehr als ein Schulliederbuch! Sie ist das ideale Songbook fur Freizeit, Hobby und gesellige Anlasse.

SKU: HL.35029297

UPC: 884088951801. 5.0x5.0x0.19 inches.

Chamber Orchestration CD-ROM: Written in a traditional style and inspired by the celebrated lessons and carols format, Testimony of Life presents the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Comprised of choral anthems, Scripture and congregational songs, the work also divides easily into three sections, enabling directors to present the work progressively through Lent and Easter. Choirs of any size will enjoy the thoughtful part writing and the easily learned melodies. From joyful celebrations of Christ's early ministry to the deep sadness of His suffering and crucifixion, from the shadowed whispers of Gethsemane to the brilliant alleluias of Easter, Testimony of Life is a thoughtful mix of artistry and ministry. A full line of support products is available to enhance your performance. Songs include: Prologue * I Will Sing the Wondrous Story * The Story Begins * A Day of Rejoicing and Praise * Hosanna, Loud Hosanna * Banquet of Mercy * Into the Garden * When I Survey the Wondrous Cross * A Day Bright with Joy * I Know that My Redeemer Lives. Instrumentation: (1 Player per Part) Score and parts for flute, oboe clarinet, bassoon (sub. Bass clarinet), trumpet, percussion, harp, piano (play from vocal score), violin 1&2, viola, cello, double bass. Can work with woodwinds only or with strings only.

SKU: HL.35029301

UPC: 884088951856. 5x5 inches.

10-Pack Listening CDs: Written in a traditional style and inspired by the celebrated “lessons and carols” format, Testimony of Life presents the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Comprised of choral anthems, Scripture and congregational songs, the work also divides easily into three sections, enabling directors to present the work progressively through Lent and Easter. Choirs of any size will enjoy the thoughtful part writing and the easily learned melodies. From joyful celebrations of Christ's early ministry to the deep sadness of His suffering and crucifixion, from the shadowed whispers of Gethsemane to the brilliant alleluias of Easter, Testimony of Life is a thoughtful mix of artistry and ministry. A full line of support products is available to enhance your performance.

Songs include: Prologue • I Will Sing the Wondrous Story • The Story Begins • A Day of Rejoicing and Praise • Hosanna, Loud Hosanna • Banquet of Mercy • Into the Garden • When I Survey the Wondrous Cross • A Day Bright with Joy • I Know that My Redeemer Lives.

SKU: HL.8742511

ISBN 9780634019388. UPC: 073999872187. 9x12 inches. Solos with Ensemble Arrangements for Two or More Players arr. Stan Pethel.

Here's a new series useful to fill plenty of solo and ensemble needs. Whether it's a soloist using a book (accompanied by piano (#8742513) or the fully-orchestrated accompaniment track (#8742514)) or two, three, four players, or a full orchestra, Sounds of Celebration is a uniquely flexible new idea for church instrumentalists! Each book includes a solo line and an ensemble line. Mix and match lines with different instruments if used with an ensemble, or play the solo line when used as a solo book. Titles include As the Deer, He Is Exalted, Shout to the Lord and more.

SKU: WD.080689590368

UPC: 080689590368.

Chris t Is Risen, the new Very Simply Word musical for Easter, continues a tradition of easy-learn-easy-sing musicals (no solos!) that offer high-end, production-quality tracks and powerful ministry-driven content, with a musical and artistic integrity rarely experienced in a Unison/2-Part choral series.

Easter is one of the most important services on your church calendar. If your choir operates under limited rehearsal time, few resources, or ease-of-performance needs, then Christ Is Risen is the perfect choice for your next Easter choir offering. At 20 minutes in length, it is also an exceptional choice for those churches who want to present a full Easter musical and still leave time in the service for the Pastor's sermon.

This musical is sure to touch hearts and minds alike...from the opening prayer leading into a powerful Matt Maher/Mia Fieldes title song, Christ Is Risen; to the classic, poetic Easter hymn, When I Survey the Wondrous Cross; and finally with the Praise & Worship powerhouse, I Will Rise. With every word and nuance of the heartfelt narration, Christ Is Risen delivers maximum ministry impact with minimal preparation time. Incorporate the stunning DVD Accompaniment Track into your presentation for the ultimate Easter choir event!