SKU: HP.9174
UPC: 763628191740. Allen Pote.
A Musical for Young Voices - The Story of the Tower of Babel Leading to Pentecost In Genesis 11 and Acts 2 we read about two events where languages helped fulfill God's purpose. When the people of Babel built the tower, they were led by the human spirit and ended up in confusion, scattered over the earth, speaking different languages. At Pentecost, people from many nations, speaking different languages, were led by the Holy Spirit; and even in their diversity, they were united. This 35-minute musical for young voices (Unison w/opt. Two-Part) links together these Old Testament and New Testament stories with songs, humor and heart. The message is, if we follow the Great Commandments - ?loving God and loving our neighbors, no matter how different from us they are or what language they speak - we will surely be filled with the Holy Spirit. A score with piano accompaniment and a singers edition without the piano part are both included for the one price. You may make as many copies as you require for use by your choir. Separate audio MP3s and instrumental parts are available, and there is a video of the debut performance on the Hope YouTube channel.
SKU: HP.9171
UPC: 763628191719. Allen Pote.
SKU: HP.8425
UPC: 763628184254.
Sacred Musical for Adult Choirs From arranger, Lloyd Larson, here is an impressive musical celebration of the African American spiritual. The adaptability and endurance of these songs passed down to us from the African American slaves reveals the universality of their themes and their ability to carry forward a message that transcends race, cultural differences and socio-economic classes. Performed in its entirety, this is a dramatic 30-minute musical filled with unforgettable emotion. The narration tells of the stories behind and meanings within the spirituals, and the struggles of the people who created and passed on this whole body of music so essential to our American heritage. Each arrangement can also be performed alone as individual choral anthems suitable for worship and concerts. Separate rhythm chart accompaniments and CD tracks are available. The Rhythm packet contains parts for: Guitar, Bass, Drums & Synthesizer.
SKU: HP.8423
UPC: 763628184230.
SKU: LO.20-2055L
ISBN 9780787759537.
This outstanding setting blends traditional and contemporary through the pairing of Torwalts' Holy Spirit and the early-twentieth-century hymn Spirit of the Living God, making it the perfect choice for any service that celebrates the Holy Spirit, particularly Pentecost Sunday. The variety of techniques in this piece will engage and challenge your ringers, including tower swings, echoes, and singing bell, as well as syncopated rhythms.
SKU: WD.080689520099
UPC: 080689520099.
Ginger Breadhouse, Carolyn Bells, Holly Branch, Candy Cane, Mary, and...Ned, Ted and Jed! These are a few of the names to be found among the cast of the new Simply WordKidz Christmas musical, The Christmas Cross! Created by Jeff Slaughter, with tracks produced and arranged by the team of Preston and Spencer Dalton, The Christmas Cross is a super-easy-to-learn, 27-minute musical designed to help you celebrate the season with the perfect setting for your kids choir!
SKU: WD.080689882227
UPC: 080689882227.
SKU: WD.080689807725
UPC: 080689807725.
SKU: WD.080689586392
UPC: 080689586392.
SKU: CF.SPS75
ISBN 9781491147702. UPC: 680160905201. 9 x 12 inches. Key: F major.
When Hearts Tremble is an emotion packed piece dedicated to musician friends lost all to soon. This beautiful composition by Brant Karrick reflects on the fragility of human existence, joyous memories of loved ones and their effect on everyone around them, and maintaining hope for what the future will hold when all feels lost. This tour de force piece perfectly displays Karrick's polished compositional craft with impeccable scoring, beautiful melodic writing, and exceptional orchestrational color.While the day-to-day grind of our lives can be filled with overwhelming obligations, goals and commitments, it is sometimes very easy to forget just how precious and fragile life is . It is so easy to get caught up in our own personal feelings and worries that we sometimes don’t realize and appreciate the many blessings we have, especially friendships . On Wednesday, November 18, 2015 the Jefferson High School Band in Jefferson, Georgia lost two of its members to a fatal car accident . The victims were brothers . Music was a constant part of their lives, and the boys were talented percussionists in the marching band . To help with the grieving process the school and community commissioned this piece to celebrate the lives of William and Alex Trimble .As a father, I cannot imagine losing a child, let alone two, and beginning this piece was very difficult as I felt extreme anguish, especially for the parents . But it was decided the piece should primarily reflect the enthusiasm, youthful spirits and positive influence these two young men demonstrated as they were deeply loved by their band mates, community and family . There are four main themes, each representing the feelings and emotions that are certain to occur after a loss of loved ones . The first theme is a short, introductory fanfare, strong and bold, to stand for courage . A second dance-like melody features a liltingly mixed meter to portray a youthful and carefree innocence . This soon changes into a third more song-like, and stately theme intended to provide encouragement as we move forward through life .The middle of the piece includes a soft transition as two snare drummers give voice to the boys, allowing them to thank their friends and assuring them that it will be okay . This moves directly into a slow melody introduced by the saxophones (Alex, the younger brother was also a saxophonist) and is a time for reflection and allows for feelings of sadness at losing beloved friends . However, a second statement of the same theme, now at full volume with a strong percussion cadence, intends to lift the spirits and allows all friends to unite in joyous celebration of life . Both the enthusiastic dance theme and stately lyrical theme return, now in different keys, and work their way toward the highly energetic burst of glorious sound in the short and wild coda . When Hearts Tremble was written to celebrate the joys of youth and life, and should remind us that our friends and loved ones are precious, and we should live each day to bring more joy into the world and into the lives of others .
SKU: LO.99-2314L
UPC: 000308123692.
Exciting opening and closing fanfares herald the glad Christmas tidings in this regal carol medley by celebrated composer, Lloyd Larson. Following the opening acclamation, the choir sings in unison the pastoral strains of “While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks.†Next, “He Is Born, the Divine Christ Child†increases the joyous celebration. Then, this carol partners with “Hark! the Herald Angels Sing†as the choral texture builds to the festive closing! In two voicings with optional orchestral accompaniment, this medley is filled with the spirit of Christmas. (From the cantata “And Glory Shone Around;†SATB — 65/1993L, SAB — 65/1994L.).
SKU: LO.99-2549L
UPC: 000308123708.
SKU: HL.35032221
UPC: 888680740924. 5.0x5.0x0.147 inches. II Corinthians 4:15, John 1:14, Luke 2:14.
This glorious anthem is the feel good piece of the season! Exuberant and filled with the Spirit, your choir will shout the comfort and joy as it interacts with the soloist and connects with the urban gospel styling of this arrangement. The traditional Christmas Gloria is reimagined with articulate syncopations and powerful chords of praise, complete with moments for clapping and the addition of a worship band. Careful attention has been paid to avoid the uncomfortable vocal tessituras often associated with this style. Score and Parts (tpt 1-2, tsx, tbn, pno, rhy) available as a digital download.
SKU: GI.G-10332
UPC: 785147033219. English. Text Source: Revised Order of Mass 2010.
  Sr. Thea’s faith-filled presence, singing, and teaching has inspired my journey as a liturgical musician and educator. This Mass setting is dedicated to her memory, legacy, and her cause for canonization.   –Aaron Mathews Written in honor of the impactful life and work of Sister Thea Bowman, FSPA, this Mass setting aims to capture her warm and inviting spirit, her joy and love for music, and her love for God and others.  Employing rhythms, chords, and other elements commonly found in African American sacred music, Aaron Mathews’ setting encourages everyone to pray and sing from the depths of their spirit—just as Sister Thea would have done.