Harlan uses the hymn tune Hyfrdol a gentle rolling accompaniment and a choice ...(+)
Harlan uses the hymn tune Hyfrdol a gentle rolling accompaniment and a choice of an anonymous Christmas text or a Charles Wesley text for Easter or general use.Easily prepared would be a good warm up piece.
Southern Harmony 1835-Scored for mixed voices keyboard and optional handbells ...(+)
Southern Harmony 1835-Scored for mixed voices keyboard and optional handbells Don McCullough sets this Charles Wesley text to the hymn tune Restoration use this work during Advent.
Tom Fettke's setting of this gentle worship song is worshipful and awe-inspiring...(+)
Tom Fettke's setting of this gentle worship song is worshipful and awe-inspiring. Incorporating the classic Charles Wesley And Can It Be? is an inspired choice enhancing the mood of the piece. Truly creative truly honest musical worship.
Based in part on texts of Charles Wesley this festive anthem comes to us from C...(+)
Based in part on texts of Charles Wesley this festive anthem comes to us from Coventry Cathedral musician Paul Leddington Wright. True to Mr. Wright's British heritage the work is filled with bold colors and could find use in almost any celebration.
Charles Wesley's familiar and timeless text is found in this inspired new settin...(+)
Charles Wesley's familiar and timeless text is found in this inspired new setting from Susan Naylor Callaway. The beautiful brief a cappella section moves quickly to a satisfying and broad final verse. Perfect for any time duringLent or Easter this is a simple and tender offering of sacrifice.
Testament of Praise is an inspired collection of new anthems and treasured class...(+)
Testament of Praise is an inspired collection of new anthems and treasured classics based on the words of Charles Wesley. These versatile offerings can be used independently as individual anthems or with optional narrationit can be turned into a worship event that includes choir orchestra narrators and congregation. Performance time: 30 minutes.
From the best-selling cantata Testament of Praise this anthem of thanksgiving i...(+)
From the best-selling cantata Testament of Praise this anthem of thanksgiving is a beautiful reminder for us to have a grateful heart. This lesser-known Charles Wesley text was originally a table blessing and his gentlepoetic imagery combined with flowing melodic music help create a choral prayer of exquisite beauty. This selection is perfect for following the pastoral prayer on Thanksgiving or anytime.
This is a work easily accessible for small choirs. On one of Charles Wesley's mo...(+)
This is a work easily accessible for small choirs. On one of Charles Wesley's most familiar texts the piece is scored for mixed voices with piano. It would make an easy put together for a summer Sunday with limited rehearsal time. For other summer Sunday suggestions go to our website.
This combination of a Felix Mendelssohn tune to the Charles Wesley text is a cla...(+)
This combination of a Felix Mendelssohn tune to the Charles Wesley text is a classic! Known for his creative ability in setting hymns in a concertato style Walter Pelz develops an exciting arrangement for large choir with organ brass timpani and even the congregation. This would make a terrific processional for your holiday concert.
Uses: Lent EasterScripture: Philippians 2:7-8; Romans 5:8; Hebrews 4:16The words of Charles Wesley resound through the sanctuary again in this fresh lyric re-setting. Expressive lines characterizethe melodic patterns and the moving piano accompaniment sweep the listener up in the arms of this promising text. Some surprising harmonic moments color this arrangement with pleasing hues that will renew your appreciation forthis beloved sacred poem.
Uses: Christmas Youth Choir Praise Team Concert Scripture: Luke 2:13-14 Mala...(+)
Uses: Christmas Youth Choir Praise Team Concert Scripture: Luke 2:13-14 Malachi 4:1-2 Psalm 67:4 Charles Wesley wrote this popular text originally called Hymn for Christmas Day and it has gone on to become one of the most recognized exhortations in all of the carol literature. Mendelssohn's tune has never sounded so cool than in this jazzy rendition filled with syncopated rhythms and infused with an urban gospel distinctive. Praise teams and choirs will resonate with this exciting take on a favorite seasonal classic.
J. Paul Williams and Joseph Martin collaborate to give churches the quintessenti...(+)
J. Paul Williams and Joseph Martin collaborate to give churches the quintessential blended worship anthem for Thanksgiving. The use of “Rejoice the Lord Is King ” the classic hymn by Charles Wesley with thecontemporary rhythmic answer from Martin provides the contemporary variety that makes the anthem a perfect choice for traditional/transitional churches. Exciting!
Uses: General Lent healing memorial servicesScripture: Psalm 17:8; Psalm 36:7...(+)
Uses: General Lent healing memorial servicesScripture: Psalm 17:8; Psalm 36:7; II Corinthians 1:3-5This new anthem of comfort is destined to be a classic. Based on scripture and taking the leadfrom a classic Charles Wesley text this piece is ideal for memorial services candlelight wellness gatherings or Lenten use. Memorable! Duration: ca. 4:41.
Uses: General Lent CommunionScripture: Revelation 2:17A beloved text by Charle...(+)
Uses: General Lent CommunionScripture: Revelation 2:17A beloved text by Charles Wesley is delicately decorated with an expressive melody in this original setting. Ideal for Lent this call forholiness and humbleness reminds us to emulate the character of Christ in all we say and do. The optional flute part is very effective and the “Alleluia” section is truly memorable.
Par GOODALL HOWARD. Faber New Choral Works introduces a wealth of new or recentl...(+)
Par GOODALL HOWARD. Faber New Choral Works introduces a wealth of new or recently written choral music to choirs in search of fresh repertoire. The series draws in a rich diversity of living composers and includes both lighter and more challenging contemporary works, offering a thrilling array of varied styles. Love Divine is graded as 'reasonably straightforward' within the series and uses a well-loved text by Charles Wesley. / Niveau : Facile / Feuillet / Choeur
The wonderful thing about Depth of Mercy are the sentiments the music yields. Th...(+)
The wonderful thing about Depth of Mercy are the sentiments the music yields. The open harmonies and the mournful cello establish an attentive emotion that is profound and grateful. The Charles Wesley text sounds contemporary in this Lenten setting. Excellent for the Lenten season and communion services.
The text comes from Charles Wesley of the 18th century but the music comes from...(+)
The text comes from Charles Wesley of the 18th century but the music comes from 21st century England. Clothed in a garb of lofty cathedrals the music begins majesticlly. Suddenly a stunning contrast in delicate a pappella counterpoint captures our imagination saying Christ has opened Paradise. This is truly an Easter anthem with a great deal to say.
with Jesus Lover of My Soul-Uses: General Communion Scripture: John 3:16-17; R...(+)
with Jesus Lover of My Soul-Uses: General Communion Scripture: John 3:16-17; Romans 8:28-39; Ephesians 3:16-19 Kurt Kaiser's time-honored chorus is skillfully interwoven with a Charles Wesley hymn text creating a useable anthem for throughout the entire church year. Easily learned and beautiful in its simplicity this will be a must-have in your choral library.
Never has Charles Wesley sounded so contemporary and fresh. Using a gospel flavo...(+)
Never has Charles Wesley sounded so contemporary and fresh. Using a gospel flavor David Das decorates this rhythmic number with subtle syncopations and sporadic jazz harmonies with surprising sizzle. From high school to adult choirs this advent tune works equally well for Palm Sunday and even school concert programs.
This beautiful rendition is perfect for the Lenten season and quotes O Sacred He...(+)
This beautiful rendition is perfect for the Lenten season and quotes O Sacred Head Now Wounded in the middle section. Flute and oboe parts included. Available separately: SATB BonusTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:45.
The opening majestic brass quartet fanfare sets the tone for this festive Easter...(+)
The opening majestic brass quartet fanfare sets the tone for this festive Easter anthem leading to a contrasting a cappella middle section. The final verse is enhanced by a soaring descant and glorious finale. The music and textare expertly wed throughout. Brass parts are included in the octavo. Available: SATB.
There is an early American feel to this new anthem that coordinates wonderfully ...(+)
There is an early American feel to this new anthem that coordinates wonderfully with the text and adds a sense of authenticity to the whole. This treatment is a welcome addition to other versions of this piece because of itsunique approach. Use during Pentecost or for general use.
