(Words and Chords to Nearly 1200 Songs 9x12 Spiral Bound). Edited by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood. For Vocal. Vocal. Softcover. 304 pages. Published by Hal Leonard

(Words and Chords to Nearly 1200 Songs Spiral-Bound). Edited by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood. For Vocal. Vocal. Softcover. 304 pages. Published by Hal Leonard

For voice and C instrument. Format: fakebook (spiral bound). With vocal melody, lyrics, piano accompaniment, chord names and leadsheet notation. Hymn. Series: Hal Leonard Fake Books. 494 pages. 9x12 inches. Published by Hal Leonard.

Composed by James Biery. Church Anniversary, 21st Century, Community/Fellowship, Justice/Peace/Social Concerns. Instrumental part. MorningStar Music Publishers #50-6123. Published by MorningStar Music Publisher

Over 150 Songs in the Key of C. Fake Book (Includes melody line and chords). Size 9x12 inches. 160 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

Choir and various instruments

SKU: MN.50-6123B

Composed by James Biery. MorningStar Music Publishers #50-6123B. Published by MorningStar Music Publishers (MN.50-6123B).

UPC: 688670007989.

Choir and various instruments

SKU: MN.50-6123A

Composed by James Biery. MorningStar Music Publishers #50-6123A. Published by MorningStar Music Publishers (MN.50-6123A).

UPC: 688670007972.

Edited by Amy Appleby. Collection and examples CD for easy solo piano. Over 200 best-loved Christian hymns that have inspired praise and worship for over four centuries. Series: Piano Treasury Series. 392 pages. Published by Music Sales.

(33 Selections of Praise Songs with Hymns). Arranged by Victor Labenske. For Piano. Book; Piano Collection; Piano Supplemental. Sacred Performer Collections. Contemporary Christian; Hymn; Sacred. Early Advanced; Late Intermediate. 124 pages. Published by Alfred Music

Piano/Vocal/Chords Songbook (Arrangements for piano and voice with guitar chords). Size 9x12 inches. 272 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

Mixed choir

SKU: FG.55011-857-7

Composed by Žibuoklė Martinaitytė. Classical, contemporary. Book. Fennica Gehrman #55011-857-7. Published by Fennica Gehrman (FG.55011-857-7).

Žibuoklė Martinaitytė tells about the background of Aletheia (2022) for mixed choir (SSSSAAAATTTTBBBB): Aletheia is variously translated from Greek as unconcealedness, revealing or unclosedness. It is uncovering of the Truth - the one we are afraid to face, the truth that can only be expressed directly through the pre-verbal communication. How do you find words for the horrors of the war, for all unimaginable global atrocities? How do you even allow yourself to feel it out? Solely through art, through music that offer a safe space and a formalized framework for processing these accumulated complex emotions and sharing them with others in a moment. This piece has no verbal text and it is based on various combinations of vowels and consonants, thus connecting us on a deeper level through the immediate emotional experience.

The war in Ukraine in spring of 2022 had an impact on all of us and shattered my deeply rooted Lithuanian identity. When the freedom is threatened and innocent people are dying, it is hard to make sense out of the reality. Yet there is poetry even in the worst nightmares. I was imagining that the only instrument people have even in situations of destruction, in the midst of the war, is their VOICE. It brought back memories of my youth when Singing revolution was taking place in the Baltic countries. Human voice was the only weapon that people used to express their determination for freedom and independence. Voice is our first and the very last instrument we have in our lifetime. Thinking in these terms brings almost a sacred dimension to the voice as an expression of the life itself - from the very first baby's scream until the last breath and whisper.

Duration c. 15'

The works of New York -based Lithuanian composer Žibuoklė Martinaitytė (b. 1973) have been lauded as breathtaking and profoundly moving. Her stimulating music bristles with energy and tension and revolves often around the subject of beauty, which she calls both a guiding principle and an aesthetic measure for sonic quality.

by William Bay. For trumpet. Sacred, duets. Level: Intermediate. Book. Descants. Size 8.75x11.75. 64 pages. Published by Mel Bay Pub., Inc.

SKU: GI.G-CD-887

Narrated by Liam Lawton. Composed by Liam Lawton. Sacred. CD. GIA Publications #887. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-CD-887).

In his new CD, Prayers of Hope and Healing, Liam Lawton combines selections from his popular book The Hope Prayer (G-7823, $21.95) with his original melodies, newly orchestrated by Mark Cahill. The prayers and reflections included on this recording deal with many of life's recurrent themes—joy, sorrow, growing old, birth, death, and loss, to name but a few. Each of these prayers is an invitation to enter into the beauty of God's presence, encouraging the listener to persist in prayer beyond the final notes of each supplication into their own distinctive dialogue with God. This CD makes a great gift for anyone in need of healing prayer. It is perfect for reflection in the different “sanctuaries” of our lives-places like the car, the office, or even amidst nature during a quiet walk or respite under a tree, a blanket of stars, or the sun-drenched sky. Reflect on one prayer everyday. Use them in prayer services, private devotions, public prayer, or small Christian communities. Author and composer Lawton reads each reflection himself, his gentle delivery and rich vocal timbre breathe compassion and life into these expressive words of inspiration and hope—lighting a pathway to peace and shepherding the soul toward rest.

by William Bay. For all guitars. Sacred, strum/sing. Level: Beginning-Intermediate. Book. Songbook. Size 8.75x11.75. 112 pages. Published by Mel Bay Pub., Inc.

By Shirley Murray. Sacred. Resource Book Collection (Book). Published by Hope Publishing Company.

By Daniel Carter. Edited by Bradley Ellingboe. For SATB choir. Music for the Church Year. Sacred, Choral. Grade 2.5. Choral octavo. 8 pages. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company

By Douglas F Smith. Violin. Sacred instrumental. Published by Lorenz Publishing Company.

(A Tapestry of Piano Hymn Favorites). Composed by Tim Doran. For piano. Sacred. Moderate. Published by Lillenas Publishing Company

33 Traditional Hymns Arranged in a Variety of Styles for Solo Piano. Arranged by Victor Labenske. For Piano. Piano Collection. Sacred Performer Collections. 0. Sacred. Level: Intermediate / Late Intermediate (grade 6). Book. 128 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

Choral (ChoirTrax CD)

SKU: HL.248985

Arranged by John Leavitt. Sacred Choral. Concert, General Worship, Sacred, Spiritual. CD. Duration 160 seconds. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.248985).

UPC: 888680710279. 5.0x5.0x0.15 inches. Hebrews 11:16, Numbers 33:51, Revelation 21:2.

For many worshipping churches, this strong version of a traditional hymn is a treasured song of the journey. Many existing arrangements of this time-honored song are set in major but this creative new adaptation utilizes the minor variant. From Bound for Glory, this setting brings freshness to the familiar and adds depth to the whole concept. A distinctive three-part men's section is featured in one verse with stunning results, later trading places with an angelic women's moment that shines with brilliance. Every measure is packed with beauty! Score and Parts (pno, perc 1-2, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download.

25 Solo Keyboard Medleys for Contemporary Worship arr. by Carol Tornquist. Sacred Music Folio. Size 9x12 inches. 118 pages. Published by Word Music.

Mixed choir

SKU: FG.55011-567-5

Composed by Alex Freeman. Fennica Gehrman #55011-567-5. Published by Fennica Gehrman (FG.55011-567-5).

ISBN 9790550115675.

Alex Freeman's (b. 1972) Cathedral of Spring for chamber choir (2019) to poems of e.e. cummings and Robert Frost was commissioned and premiered by Somnium Ensemble. The composer tells: For the celebration of the 10th anniversary of Somnium Ensemble (Finland), I was commissioned to write a piece with spring as a central theme. While contemplating that and perusing appropriate poetry, I was inspired by memories of the night-time sky in early spring--the warm air, the teeming, buzzing energy of life all around, and an expansive dome of stars overhead. I then imagined that moment in time as a kind of sacred space; this is the point where the cathedral notion came to mind. The frenetic and joyous poetry of e.e. cummings, from his Epithalamion, gives an exclamatory introduction to the set, followed by his vision of spring from the point of view of giddy children in his iconic poem, [in Just-]. We then take a moment to contemplate the ephemerality of all this beauty (spring giveth and spring taketh away, i.e. an offertorium of sorts); Robert Frost's Blue-Butterfly Day places us in a moment where, by chance, we find ourselves enveloped by a delicately fluttering swarm of butterflies. Peaceful and still, yet in constant flux, we spend a some time taking that phenomenon in, while also experiencing a twinge of the realisation that this is truly fleeting. The final movement, returning to a later stanza from Epithalamion, cummings's sparkling paean to May is set as a kind of final anthem..

SKU: GI.G-1077

Composed by Liam Lawton. Sacred. GIA Publications #1077. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-1077).

UPC: 785147007722.

Liam Lawton’s High Is the Heaven, combines Celtic themes, strong melodies, and poignant texts to create this unique and accessible collection of music for liturgical celebrations and beyond. Like so many of Liam’s songs, each exquisite piece has a back story. For example, the psalm “The Lord Hears the Cry of the Poor” was written for the Papal Mass of Pope Francis in Ireland. “High Is the Heaven” was written to celebrate the 800th anniversary of St. Columba—one of the ancient Celtic monks who brought Christianity from Ireland to Europe, and the Christmas piece “There’s a Star” was written for Liam’s own parish choir in Ireland. This shorter collection contains a wide variety of songs for worship. In true Lawton fashion, he injects the beauty and spirituality of his homeland into every song. You will not want to miss High Is the Heaven. Grab it for your library today! CONTENTS: The Lord Hears the Cry of the Poor • As You Bring Your Gifts to the Altar • There’s a Star • In the Presence of the Angels • How Lovely Is Your Dwelling Place • What Marvels the Lord Worked for Us • High Is the Heavens • Bonus Track: The Cloud’s Veil.