SKU: HL.35032172

UPC: 888680739560. 6.75x10.5 inches.

This anthem was written as a testament of hope following the destructive natural disasters and senseless violence of recent times. Pleasing melodic contours offer a comforting spirit to a text filled with prayers for peace and grace. The arrangement offers no technical difficulties, giving the choir an opportunity to strive for expressive depth.

SKU: WD.080689564178

UPC: 080689564178.

New this Easter season, the Very Simply Word series from Word Music & Church Resources presents a joyful, spirit-filled musical..RISEN KING! Bringing together top hymns and songs from today’s leading artists and songwriters, and arranging them in an easy-learn, easy-sing fashion, RISEN KING is sure to bring resounding worship and praise to your church this Easter as you celebrate the glorious resurrection of our Savior, Jesus Christ.

RI SEN KING will be popular among your congregation with its showcase of beautiful hymn arrangements like Crown Him (Majesty), contemporary anthems such as Forever (We Sing Hallelujah) by Kari Jobe and Christ Is Enough from Hillsong, and worship favorites penned by Keith and Kristyn Getty and Stuart Townend.

Through its compelling narration and delicately-crafted arrangements, RISEN KING successfully recounts the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus, reminding us that through His resurrection and conquering of the grave, sin was defeated, the battle won! Through Christ’s victory on the cross we are born again to a living hope, an everlasting promise of eternal life with our Father in Heaven…free from sin and brokenness and full of love and unending grace. What Good News! This Easter holiday, may you rest and rejoice once again in the truth that we are people of the “Risen King”!

SKU: LO.99-2897L

SKU: HL.44004642

UPC: 073999046427. 9x12 inches.

Filled with rhythmic and harmonic interest as well as memorable melodies, MISSOURI RIVER FESTIVAL well displays David Moore's artistic exploration of thematic material. Moods of the river are artistically represented in the interplay between Maestoso, Allegro spiritoso and Andante mysterioso sections. An added practical advantage can be found in the brass parts, which are dynamic and fun to play while including plenty of ?resting time? carefully interspersed throughout - so you can use MISSOURI RIVER FESTIVAL at virtually any time in your program without fear of overtaxing the brass.

SKU: LO.30-1327S

UPC: 000308089189.

SATB/ Opt 2 Trumpets, 2 Trombones Spirited, lively and dramatic! While the choir solidly sings the great hymn SEELENBRAUTIGAM, the festive organ accompaniment and the optional Brass quartet merrily dance around and between it! This commissioned anthem, filled with exultant and colorful sounds, will provide stunning results. Highly recommended.

SKU: HL.198178

UPC: 888680647469. 5.0x5.0x0.18 inches.

From the Disney Channel movie The Lion Guard: Return of the Roar, this uptempo number is filled with amazing energy and spirit. Including both English and easily learned Swahili lyrics, this joyful celebration makes a fantastic opening selection for younger choirs!

SKU: BP.1253

An SATB setting of K. Y. Plank's music and text by Lloyd Larson. The poignant text offers a vision of a life filled with Christ and is sure to move the spirit of your congregation.

SKU: JK.02025

UPC: 093285020252.

P ostludes Volume 8 continues in the rich tradition of spirit-filled arrangements by the acclaimed James C. Kasen. Offering a refined touch, these beautiful arrangements are appropriate for a wide variety of worship services, large and small. Intermediate in difficulty, these variations on beloved hymns are almost as easy under the fingers as they are on discerning ears.


Contents :
Count Your Blessings
God Be with You Till We Meet Again
God, Our Father, Hear Us Pray
Sing Praise to Him
Sing We Now at Parting
Softly and Tenderly Jesus Is Calling
There Is a Green Hill Far Away
'Tis Sweet to Sing the Matchless Love
Composer: Various
Arranger: James C. Kasen
Difficulty: Late Intermediate

Postl udes for Church Services Volume 8.

SKU: KJ.JO2003F

UPC: 8402701773.

Filled with energy and vitality, this work is reminiscent of the past. After the composer gave careful consideration to the heritage of South Carolina, he quickly realized that past lifestyles relied on walking much more than now. As a result, he composed a sturdy and spirited walking tune, and modeled it after the style of old English Folk Ballads. The result is a composition that communicates a unique energy and sentiment all its own.

SKU: HL.1132732

ISBN 9781705182840. UPC: 196288112402. 6.75x10.5x0.036 inches.

A lively piano accompaniment with optional percussion and body percussion adds energy to this spirited Scottish folk song. The lyrics are filled with nonsense and fun making a humorous choice for programming. It's a terrific piece to teach rhythm and dynamic contrast, and an opportunity to delve into some Scottish folklore, too.

SKU: WD.080689645174

UPC: 080689645174.

Featu ring 10 of the newest and best Southern Gospel hit songs, with a variety of arrangements to meet all your southern gospel choir needs; songs and arrangements full of grit and attitude, like Gotta Be Saved; songs that celebrate being sons and daughters of the Most High like We Are God’s Children; songs that express the promise of eternal life and declare a longing to go home like I Know I’ll Be There, and Resurrection Morn; songs that speak to the depth of God’s love for us and the lengths to which He will go to rescue us like Lost and Just When You Thought; songs that tell of His faithfulness to us and songs that speak of our desire to be found faithful; songs that will bring a smile to your face, a tear to your eye, and a spring to your step, that will make your heart soar to think of how much He loves us! No sound this side of heaven rivals the sound of a spirited choir raising their voices together to sing an emotion-filled Southern Gospel song of testimony, deliverance, victory, promise, and forgiveness. Gather your choir together soon to let them experience the joy and blessing of ministering to people through the message and sounds of a Southern Gospel song!

SKU: GI.G-10808

ISBN 9781622777143.

Bode ’s witty, personal, thought-provoking chapters each focus on a specific choral work that has meant something important to him over the course of a career that has established him as one of the most highly esteemed practitioners of the choral conducting art. —Melinda Bargreen     from the Foreword With his hallmark wit and humor, choral conductor and poet Robert Bode brings readers on a journey through twelve great choral works, offering anecdotes, valuable insights, and interpretive advice for each. Along the way, Bode chronicles his own learning journey and shares candidly about his mistakes, his triumphs, and his love for the repertoire that has played a significant role in his life and illustrious career. This wisdom-filled volume will forever change your understanding and interpretation of these twelve choral gems—a must-read for all choral conductors and musicians. Contents: Josquin: Ave Maria Palestrina: Ave Redemptoris Mater Monteverdi: O Mirtillo Mozart: Ave verum corpus Brahms: O schöne Nacht! Brucker: Os Justi Rachmaninoff: Bogoroditse Devo Finzi: My Spirit Sang All Day Poulenc: Hodie Christus natus est Spencer: At the Round Earth’s Imagin’d Corners Duruflé: Ubi Caritas Lauridsen: Sure on This Shining Night Robert Bode is a noted teacher, award-winning conductor, and prize-winning poet, having written texts for over a hundred choral works. He is currently Visiting Professor of Choral Music at The Ohio State University and Artistic Director Emeritus of Choral Arts Northwest, a Seattle-based chamber chorus.

SKU: LO.15-3680H

ISBN 9780787768164.

Add excitement to your concert program with this Mark Weston adaptation of a traditional Nigerian folk song that tells the story of a safe return home. The percussion parts illuminate the driving beat and spirit-filled emotion, and a pronunciation guide and translation are included.

SKU: GI.G-9811

UPC: 785147981107. English. Text Source: Psalm 47:2-3, 6-7, 8-9, The Revised Grail Psalms, ref.: Lectionary for Mass Scripture: Psalm 47:2–3, 6–7, 8–9.

A spirit-filled contemporary setting of Psalm 47, this piece for SAB choir is led by a soloist or cantor and proclaims the joy of Ascension, especially when adding in the included parts for C instrument and trumpet.

SKU: HP.9078

UPC: 763628190781.

Afric an-American Spiritual This spirited gospel celebration of the birth of Jesus from Lloyd Larson is a top-seller in the Hope choral catalog. Originally arranged for SATB, this fun-filled setting is now available in SAB. The rhythm track is sensational and highly recommended. Bursting with energy, this makes an ideal seasonal selection for worship services and concerts in both churches and schools. The Rhythm parts are written lead-sheet style with guitar chords, also with parts for piano, drums and bass.