Our Heritage of Faith

from Of Faith and Freedom-Uses: Patriotic Memorial Day Heritage Church Anniversary Concert UnityScripture: Psalm 133:1; I Corinthians 1:10Composed especially for the town of Rock Hall Maryland for their tri-centennial this anthem brings together the concepts of legacy and destiny and achieves a prayer of thanksgiving as well as a challenge for the future. A powerful ballad style and a memorable chorus provide the musical foundations while themodulatory bridge builds intensity to a bold exclamatory conclusion. For civic gatherings or church heritage events this is an essential choral resource.

Legacy of Faith is a powerful musical presentation that celebrates the foundations of the church and God's redemptive work among us. Joseph and Pamela Martin have again teamed with orchestrator Brant Adams to provide afresh and compelling work suitable for any time of the year. Churches will find this uplifting new cantata to be a work of scope and vision that will prove especially useful for church heritage events founding anniversaries andAll Saints' Day services. Legacy of Faith pays homage to the past but delivers a strong message of hope for the future. Make Legacy of Faith a part of your church's history.

Legacy of Faith is a powerful musical presentation that celebrates the foundations of the church and God's redemptive work among us. Joseph and Pamela Martin have again teamed with orchestrator Brant Adams to provide afresh and compelling work suitable for any time of the year. Churches will find this uplifting new cantata to be a work of scope and vision that will prove especially useful for church heritage events founding anniversaries andAll Saints' Day services. Legacy of Faith pays homage to the past but delivers a strong message of hope for the future. Make Legacy of Faith a part of your church's history.

Embracing the concepts of faith unity and the Christian walk the uplifting message of “Walking in Faith with Our Lord” is perfect for church heritage or unity celebrations or perhaps even the first Sunday of theNew Year. This noble anthem is a confident affirmation of our belief in Christ rich in four-part harmony and sturdy keyboard support and a satisfying choral experience for any time of the year.

Uses: General Reformation Church AnniversaryScripture: I Corinthians 3:11; Isaiah 28:16In celebration of the church and it's legacy of hope this medley brings together some of Christendom's mostbeloved texts and tunes. Regal and sturdy music inspires the congregation in its mission with engaging harmonies and solid piano and brass support. Quintessential Reformation repertoire this selection provides a sound track for acelebration of our heritage of faith and service. Available separately: SATB StudioTrax CD (Accomp. SplitTrax Perf.) Orchestration (score & parts for Trumpet 1 & 2 Horn Trombone Tuba Timpani). Duration: ca. 3:47.

Utilizing all the resources of your music program this festive anthem speaks to the very foundations of our faith. Hayes calls upon children and youth choirs along with handbells to declare the worthiness of the Eternal God.Reformation Sunday or any church heritage moment would benefit from the programming of this distinctive choral.

Uses: General Church Heritage MissionsScripture: I John 5:4; I Peter 1:21; Matthew 15:28; I Corinthians 3:11 This special commission piece celebrates the ministry of the church. At the sound of thetrumpet the anthem flourishes with clarion purpose before presenting a hymn-like acclamation of commitment that weds a confident text with noble music. A triumphant crescendo and modulation invite the congregation to join thesong while a soprano descant soars above. Trumpet part included. Available separately: SATB LiteTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:23.

Uses: General unity church heritageScripture: John 11:52The warmth and encouragement of the Christian community is celebrated in this beautiful new offering. Flowing melodic lines combine with agentle gospel lilt to create an emotive moment for any worship gathering. Highly recommended! Available: SATB LiteTrax CD. Duration: 3:42.

Uses: All Saints memorial baccalaureate ordinationScripture: Hebrews 12:1-2; Revelation 11:15From our exclusive line of anthems based on new congregational resources from the CelebratingGrace hymnal comes a new anthem commemorating our heritage of faith. This noble call to worship and service is a stirring tribute to God's faithfulness as displayed through the work of His church. The arena of heaven cheers onthe people of God as they seek to answer the call to ministry. Available: SATB Orchestration. Duration: ca. 3:34.

Duets For Two Acoustic Guitars-The Christmas season has always been special to me. It is a season that has crystallized the hopes aspirations and faith of millions of people through the centuries. The amount of music written for Christmas is monumental.This book contains 14 scores from my Christmas Guitar Portraits recording. I selected various genres dear to me.First there are selections from the early American sacred song tradition. The Babe of Bethlehem Cherry Tree Carol A Star in the East The Shepherd's Star A Virgin Unspotted and I Wonder As I Wander all are from this rich heritage.I also picked a number of carols from theOld English genre. Away In The Manger Green Grow'th the Holly and What Child is This are included.Then there are the Christmas favourites. In the Bleak Mid-winter and a medley ofBaloo Lammy; The First Noel and Silent Night make any Christmas complete. Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence is one of my favourite Advent hymns. Gaudete Christus est natus is arousing carol dating back many centuries.Finally I included two originals. Lullay My Liking is an ancient carol text. Many composers over the centuries have written melodies to these lyrics most notably GustavHolst. I could not resist the temptation so the melody here is original. Finally Christmas Prayer is a new composition. I have always wanted to compose and arrange music designed to bring the Plectrum or Flatpick Guitarto the concert stage. These arrangements were written with that in mind.

From the “Seasons of Praise” Series comes an anthem appropriate for our time “Heal Our Land.” First introduced as a new “praise chorus” by Walt Harrah Bob Burroughs has joined it with Luther's“A Mighty Fortress.” The combination is both contemporary and steeped in the heritage of our faith – a current prayer placed atop the foundation and confidence of God's everlasting care.

Uses: General Concert Revival Missions Evangelism Scripture: John 1:1-2 - II Timothy 3:16-17 Take a step back in time and experience the joy and nostalgia of a great hymn of the faith! Sweeping across the heartstrings this lilting arrangement is truly captivating! The accompaniment echoes the old-style revival piano playing that is our heritage of sacred song. A tour de force for the choir the writing offers each section a chance to shine and the ending Amen moment will give a satisfying conclusion to this winner! Score and Parts (fl 1-2 ob cl 1-2 bn tpt 1-3 hn 1-2 tbn 1-2 tba perc 1-2 timp hp pno vn 1-2 va vc db) available on CD-ROM and as a digitaldownload.

Uses: Reformation Hymn Arrangement General Concert Church AnniversaryScripture: Ephesians 1:22-23; Ephesians 4:4-6Ideal for church heritage services this treasured song of the faith will invigorate congregationalparticipation. Featuring a fanfare opening an attractive a cappella verse and a lofty descant this regal anthem can also be supported by the optional brass handbells and percussion. Impressive! Score and parts (tpt 1-2. tbn 1-2 timp) available onCD-ROM and as a digital download. Parts for handbells (3 octaves) available as a digital download.

This anthem offers a sparkling tableau that brings a message of hope and assurance floating on the wings of song. Set in a call and response format this highly descriptive octavo is quickly absorbed. The piano dances with gentle cross-beats to create a heavenly effect for the simple theme that rises like a prayer of encouragement faith and light. This fascinating piece will be a theatrical worship moment for All Saints Day or church heritage observances. Score and Parts (ocarina or flute 1-2 cl 1-2 hn dj pno ac gtr b dm solo vn 1 solo vn 2 solo vc) available as a digital download.