from the Celebrating Grace hymnal-First in a series of publications featuring our exclusive partnership with an exciting new hymnal project scheduled for launch in the summer of 2010 we are pleased to present a new Pentecost text with the popular hymn tune Festal Song. Lloyd Larson's splendid writing and the addition of brass accompaniment make this an outstanding choice for celebrating the festival of Pentecost!The new hymnal Celebrating Grace contains one of the most impressive collections of hymnody ever produced. You can learn more about this new resource for churches of every denomination by going to www.celebrating-grace.com. Available separately: SATB iPrint Orch CD-ROM (Tpt 1&2 Horn(opt.) Tbn 1 Tbn 2/Tuba Perc(Sus.Cymbal Snare Dr Timp. G C Keyboard) StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:28.

Uses: EasterScripture: Matthew 28:7-9; Romans 6:23; 1 Corinthians 5:6-8 15; 1 Peter 1:3Set the alleluias free with this outstanding new hymn arrangement for Resurrection Sunday. Scored expertly fororgan and piano this exciting celebration of life will be the quintessential opener for Easter services. A thrilling impact when joined with the optional brass orchestrations. Highly recommended! Available separately: SATB iPrint Orch CD-ROM (Tpt 1

Scored for mixed chorus and organ set to text by William Wordsworth (Intimations of Immortality). This work was uniquely commissioned by the New Cambridge Singers and a consortium of 15 other choirs from around the world by means of the Internet. First performed on 3rd March 2001 in St.John's College Chapel Cambridge. Duration: c.28 minutes.

Uses: Advent ChristmasScripture: Psalm 5:3; I Corinthians 2:9; Luke 1:28-80This is a stunning new Christmas declaration that is destined for the bestseller list. Full of theatrical gestures thisengaging piece is instantly endearing and the message is a joyful addition to Christmas or post-Christmas programming. This anthem is really unique and a pleasant change from sleepy manger cradle songs.Available: SATB clarinet perc.; LiteTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:50.

Par KOMMA KARL-MICHAEL. Gattungen: Requiem - Verwendung / Anlässe: Trauer, Tod - Langue : Latin / Requiem / Répertoire / Choeur SATB et Orgue

Using Chopin's “Prelude in C minor Op. 28 No. 20” as an opening dirge this SATB anthem effectively paints the pained walk to the cross on Golgotha. Offering an optional short intro that still captures the somber andhaunting imagery the women's voices enter with an ethereal straight tone that the men layer upon dramatically. This humbling piece is ideal for Good Friday as the profound theme will linger in worshippers' minds as they leave theservice to contemplate the cross.

Inspired by J.S. Bach's Prelude in C and based on Matthew 11:28-30 Larry Nickel has penned a stirring anthem of hope. The violin solo and obbligato add to the beauty while the closing a cappella section provides a stunning finish.

This treasured early-American hymn is given a fresh sound in this contemporary arrangement. The light jazz approach is a delightful innovation and the minor quality of the tune invites interesting chord colors and accompanimentpatterns. A great text for Lent! Included on LiteTrax Accompaniment CD . Supports: Matthew 18:11 Matthew 5:3 Matthew 11:28-30 Matthew Acts 24:22-25.

Uses: General LentScripture: Psalm 73:28; Hebrews 10:22; James 4:8The tender mercies of God's grace is the focus of this timeless Fanny Crosby text adapted and set to sensitive music. Sounding like anostalgic early American hymn this singable tune is well suited for the “journey of life” images contained in the poetry. Opportunities for full four part writing are peppered throughout along with simple unisonstatements. The lyric violin part is stunning and is included in the octavo. Duration: ca. 2:54.

(An Easter Introit)-Uses: Easter Introit Scripture: Matthew 28:6 - Mark 16:1-14 - Luke 24:1-7 An energizing anthem for Resurrection Sunday is found in this festive original. This call to purpose is the ideal opener for Easter worship celebrations. Joyful text-painting lifts spirits and climbing fanfare-like gestures announce the risen Christ. A rhythmic main theme brings a pleasing blend of contemporary and traditional elements to the overall style of the anthem. Powerful! Trumpet part included.

Uses: General Call to Worship Scripture: Psalm 33:1-5 - Psalm 90:1 - Matthew 28:16-20 Here is a jubilant call to praise rich with both musical beauty and spiritual meaning. Brightly propelled by a rhythmic theme in 3/4 this anthem is well-suited as a call to worship or as special music for any service. The part-writing is effective and accessible. Highly recommended!

Uses: Easter Scripture: Matthew 28:5-6 The rhythmic drive of this festive Easter anthem is an exciting opener to your spring worship services. A fiery piano part provides the fuel for the boundless energy in this positive and hopeful proclamation of life!

Uses: Commitment General Youth Choir Scripture: Psalm 73:28 Psalm 91:2 Philippians 4:19 This gentle affirmation of faith and discipleship is a lovely song of devotion. Moving expressively with tender melodic lines the engaging music is ideally suited to carry this message of hope while the chorus invites us to consider the sanctuary we find in the grace of Jesus. Score and Parts (perc hp vn 1-2 va vc db) available as a digital download.