The hymns in Church Hymns For Marimba are drawn from traditional European melodies American tunes and African-American Spirituals. They represent some of the most recognised tunes in Western music.Many of these hymns have been played during important events in history from funerals of American presidents to royal weddings and coronations. Some have even become the subject of legend: Nearer My God to Thee was allegedly the last hymn that the band played on the RMS Titanic before it sank.The four-mallet arrangements are all playable on a 4 and 13 octave low A Marimba. The hymn tunes and two-mallet arrangements can be played on Marimba Vibraphone or a standard set of orchestra bells.

Oxford Choral Classics: English Church Music assembles in two volumes around 100 of the finest examples of English sacred choral music of the past five centuries.The first volume dedicated to anthems and motets presents both favourite and lesser-known works from the exceptional Renaissance polyphony of Taverner Tallis and Byrd through the Restoration led by Purcell to the glorious works of the great nineteenth- and twentieth-century composers including Wesley Elgar Stanford Vaughan Williams and Howells.The volume contains a number of more substantial works including Mendelssohn's Hear my prayer Stainer's I saw theLord and Naylor's Vox dicentis: Clama as well as a wonderful selection of shorter pieces from Gibbons's O Lord in thy wrath to Walton's Set me as a seal upon thine heart. With the second companion volume of canticles and responses this bipartite collection presents a comprehensive survey of English sacred music at its best.

Gentle and serene the images of David's exquisite psalm are presented here in words that a child can understand. Simple and pure the melody is reminiscent of a lullaby. Following the success of ?Here Is the Church ?Kerry Pryor has once again written a song of faith through the eyes of a child yet with a musical appeal for all ages. God Is My Shepherd is a song of uncomplicated comfort and assurance.

Lord Heare My Prayer Instantly is a composition by renowned contemporary composer Nico Muhly that was first performed on the 13th of December 2014 in the All Souls Episcopal Parish Church in Berkeley California. The piece lasts around 4 minutes and is arranged for unaccompanied SATB divisi chorus. This beautiful piece is a setting of an anonymous metrical version of Psalm 102:1-2 in which the speaker begs God to listen and hear his pleas. This work was first performed by The International Orange Chorus of San Francisco conducted by Zane Fiala in honour of their tenth anniversary. 

Requiem for my friend written in dedication to film director Krzysztof Kieslowski (who passed away in March 1996) is in two parts. The first part - Requiem - consists of nine movements scored for soprano organ two countertenors tenor bass string quintet and percussion. It was recorded in Warsaw Cathedral and the Emaus Church in Krakow. The second part - Life - is also made of nine movements and is scored for soprano voice countertenor recorder alto saxophone piano sixty-piece orchestra and forty-piece choir.

You can't sit still for this one! Hands will clap and toes will tap to this fresh gospel swing arrangement of My Father's House. Guaranteed to make even the most severe of church elders break into a smile!

Vocal Solos for Worship-Heather Sorensons inaugural vocal solo book is a treasure trove of sacred gems for church musicians. This collection thrives at the intersection of music and message providing stylistic diversity and subject variety with each turn of the page.Tasteful piano accompaniments showcase the composers instrument of choice but accompaniment tracks are also available. Dont miss this thoughtful gathering of some of Heathers most inspired songs! Includes: Home; My Alleluia; Mercy Still; Rock ofAges (Forgiven and Free); Christmas Dreams; Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing; Lullaby Prayer; Turn Around and See; Stained Glass; Raise Your Hands.

The charts in this supplement which makes the perfect companion to the Hal Leonard Guitar Method or any guitar method book features authentic transcriptions based on the original recordings. Just follow the tab, listen to the audio to hear how the guitar should sound, and then play along using the separate backing tracks. The melody and lyrics are included in case you want to sing, or to simply help you follow along. Songs include: Cruise (Florida Georgia Line) ? Drink in My Hand (Eric Church) ? Folsom Prison Blues (Johnny Cash) ? Tennessee Whiskey (Chris Stapleton) ? Wagon Wheel (Darius Rucker) ? and more./ Tablatures / Guitare

We proudly present the matching folio to the 20th album from the musicians and songwriters of Hillsong Church including Reuben Morgan Darlene Zschech Joel Houston and others. 11 songs including: Alive in Us - Cry of the Broken - The Difference - God Is Able - The Lost Are Found - My Heart Is Overwhelmed - Narrow Road - Rise - Unending Love - With Us - You Are More.

One of the Four Motets composed in 1921 while studying with Nadia Boulanger in Paris. A dignified but altogether vernacular piece with direct uncomplicated harmonies which contrast with the avant-garde allusions of the time but which are typical of Copland's work. This church anthem has been set for full mixed choir and also includes a keyboard part for rehearsal purposes only. The complete Four Motets work is made up of: Help Us O Lord Thou O Jehovah Abideth Forever Have Mercy on Us O My Lord Sing Ye Praises to Our King

Vocal Solos for Worship-Heather Sorenson's inaugural vocal solo book is a treasure trove of sacred gems for church musicians. This collection thrives at the intersection of music and message providing stylistic diversity and subject variety with each turn of the page. Tasteful piano accompaniments showcase the composer's instrument of choice but accompaniment tracks are also available. Don't miss this thoughtful gathering of some of Heather's most inspired songs! Includes: Home - My Alleluia - Mercy Still - Rock of Ages (Forgiven and Free) - Christmas Dreams - Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing - Lullaby Prayer - Turn Around and See - Stained Glass - Raise Your Hands.

The text of this rhythmic new anthem tells the story of Pentecost but it would also be a great choice for anniversaries or when the church is focusing on its mission. The music contrasts an easy contemporary feel with a driving rhythmic chorus as “...young men shall see visions and old men shall dream dreams.” “The Power of My Spirit” is in a word powerful.

O God Our Help in Ages Past Be Thou My Vision and Rejoice the Lord is King are three hymns Rhonda Furr has arranged for organ. Teacher at Houston Baptist University organist at First Presbyterian Church of Houston and the Coordinator for the AGO National Convention in 2016 Rhonda is an active organist. Her writing is innovative and inspiring.

Piano Solo-10 refreshing hymn settings with a touch of light jazz. Gentle on the ear and enriching to the soul these arrangements are well-suited for church services recitals or personal enjoyment. Includes a foreword by Joseph M. Martin and Mark Hayes. Titles include: Down at the Cross (Glory to His Name) · I Will Sing of My Redeemer · Jesus Paid It All · Let Us Break Bread Together · Near to the Heart of God · Savior Like a Shepherd Lead Us · Softly and Tenderly · Stand Up Stand Up for Jesus · Trusting Jesus · What a Friend We Have in Jesus.