SKU: WD.080689647178
UPC: 080689647178.
Songs have forever been at the heart of God’s Church. They help build our faith, tell of the rich, full, grace of our Savior, and speak of our devotion and allegiance to Him; songs express our thoughts and feelings and needs in a way that mere words never can. Songs allow us to lift our voice to declare that He alone is worthy of our praise, He alone is the one true God and King, and He alone has provided a way to salvation for a lost and dying world. The songs included in this new Word Music & Church Resources Choral Collection are Songs the Church Loves to Sing! Across decades, styles and sounds have changed, but the impact songs have on God’s people is undeniable and unmistakable. Through the 70s, 80s, and 90s, a lexicon of Christian songs took their place beside the time-honored hymns of the church, songs that became the voice of new generations of believers, songs that the church still loves to sing. This Choral Collection, arranged and orchestrated by Marty Parks, is a tribute to those songs. We hope and believe this church music resource will find its place in your church music library and will be used as a tool of outreach and ministry to proclaim your love and adoration for the Lord, giving voice to people everywhere; a voice with which to keep singing these Songs the Church Loves to Sing!
SKU: MN.90-65
UPC: 688670900655.
The latest book from revered church musician Paul Westermeyer offers insight and perspective applicable to anyone working in a church or church music setting. This volume contains collected reflections, essays, and articles previously published in journals such as The Hymn and CrossAccent, along with entirely new chapters. To quote the foreword by Zebulon Highben: This is Westermeyer at his most pastoral, offering a word of solace, support, and inspiration.
SKU: HL.269148
UPC: 888680737658. 5.0x5.0x0.151 inches. Isaiah 60:1, Romans 12:1.
Exploding from the page with a clarion call to service, this epic song is something to be experienced. Written in a timeless poetic style, the significant text covers the spiritual journey of the church with respect and lofty aspirations. The resolute hymn-like theme is tastefully harmonized, interspersed with unison and two-part writing for power and clarity. A new bridge recently added by the songwriters and artist Chris Tomlin proclaims a glorious call to the church to Arise, shine, for your light has come. A luxurious orchestration is also available bringing a cinematic scope to a song that has already become a modern-day sacred classic. Highly recommended! Score and Parts (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, hn 1-2, tpt 1-3, tbn 1-2, tbn3/tba, perc 1-3, timp, pno, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download.
SKU: MN.90-51
UPC: 688670090516. 8 1/2 x 11 inches.
A delightful second volume of brief essays by revered professor of church music, Carl Schalk. Carl’s wit, charm, and wisdom shine through each of these essays. Some may make you uncomfortable while others will make you laugh. As with the original book, First Person Singular, these essays are refreshing and remarkable insights into our work as church musicians. Ultimately, all will make you think. Paperback. 60 pages.
SKU: JU.JMG1243
ISBN 9798985015393. UPC: 850044279401.
As a leading figure in 19 th century American church music, Lowell Mason composed over 1,600 hymn tunes…many of which became standards in church hymnody known worldwide. This publication not only features playable piano arrangements of Mason’s classic hymn tunes, but offers biographical information and celebrates the life and influence of the man often regarded as “the father of American music education. Titles include When I Survey the Wondrous Cross; Blest Be the Tie; My Faith Looks Up to Thee; There is a Fountain; Nearer, My God to Thee; O For a Thousand Tongues, and more.
SKU: HL.14006814