From the pen of master composer Joyce Eilers comes this delightful anthem of hope. As one candle can light another so can one person inspire and encourage another. Light the light share the vision show the world what just one can do… Easily learned it is an excellent choice for many concert occasions. Available for SATB 3-Part Mixed 2-Part and VoiceTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:30. Level 2.

Uses: Advent Hanukkah Ecumenical ConcertA truly memorable melody expresses the warmth and hope of the season of lights in this lovely new choral song. Written with inclusive sensitivity this original text willbe very useful to directors as they strive to be sensitive to the many faiths that celebrate holidays in December. Using the universal symbol of light this work challenges us to carry hope and light to a world in darkness. Greatfor school or church choirs!

Uses: Christmas Epiphany Concert Youth ChoirScripture: Matthew 2:1-11This Christmas gem is as much fun to sing as it is to hear! The traditional “call and response” format offers a number of options foradapting this anthem for your ensemble. Repetition makes for easy learning and the inclusion of the traditional spiritual “Rise Up Shepherd and Follow” is a masterstroke. A solid message inviting seekers to follow the light emboldensthe piece for use in worship as well as concert settings.

Uses: Epiphany Christmas concertScripture: Matthew 1:2-18Anchored by the chorus of We Three Kings the inspired words of this choral anthem guide us to the light of Christ. We mirror thejourney of the magi and discover the Christ-child waiting to receive us. Harmonically interesting the piano part weaves a texture of mystery while the words help us to see a contemporary parallel to our own spiritual journey.Consider using the optional flute & handbells.

Incorporates My Lord What a Morning-Uses: Advent Concert Scripture: Matthew 24:27-30; Isaiah 60:1-3 This Advent best-seller delivers the hope and joy of the coming Light in a cheerful quartet style. The inclusion of the spiritual My Lord What a Morning providescontrast and depth. Available separately: SATB a cappella TTBB a cappella.

Uses: Christmas EpiphanyScripture: John 12:46; Psalm 36:9; Isaiah 60:1; John 8:12Here is a remarkable song from a mother/daughter writing team that is composed in a sweeping cinematic style thatreminds one of the great holiday songs of the past. An ideal theme song for a Christmas pageant or concert this encouraging carol of light is filled with hope and joy and decorated with a sparkling orchestration and winsomepart-writing. Available separately: SATB StudioTrax CD Orchestration CD-rom (Score & parts for Flute 1&2 Oboe Clarinet 1&2 Bassoon Horn 1&2 Trumpet 1 Trumpet 2&3 Trombone 1&2 Bass Trombone/Tuba Timp Perc 1&2 Harp Violin 1 Violin 2 Viola Cello Double Bass). Duration: ca. 3:12.

Music played an enormous role in the works of William Shakespeare, while his own sonnets, poems and soliloquies have provided continuing inspiration for many composers through the years. The Novello Shakespeare Choral Collection, inspired by the 400th anniversary of the Bard's death in 2016, is an exciting anthology of choral works that are settings of Shakespeare's words. For choirs of all types and abilities, this collection has been edited by David Wordsworth so that all the pieces are fantastic both to sing and hear.The collection features some beautiful settings that have well and truly stood the test of time, such as Thomas Arne's Blow, Blow, Thou Winter Wind and Henry Leslie's How Sweet The Moonlight Sleeps. More recent settings from 20th century and contemporary composers include Ernest Moeran's Sigh No More, Ladies, Gary Carpenter's Lo, Here, The Gentle Lark and John Tavener's Fear No More and Look In Thy Glass.Not only this, the Shakespeare Choral Collection boasts several works that were specially commissioned, including John Joubert's Be Not Afeard, Richard Sisson's Light Thickens and Pawel Lukaszewki's Weary With Toil, I Haste Me To My Bed. Some pieces have never appeared before in print, such as those by Kevin Olsen, Bernard Hughes and John Gardner. These songs truly are a joy to perform, with some relatively simple arrangements that are purely fun to sing, while some more complex settings that will be thoroughly rewarding for choirs and audiences alike.A total of 26 fantastic works comprise The Novello Shakespeare Choral Collection, which would work as a wonderful concert programme on its own, or could provide a wealth of options for choirs looking to expand their repertoire with a range of unique settings. Also included is a fascinating introduction by editor David Wordsworth, and notes describing each piece.Words written by indisputably the greatest writer in the English language can only be matched with music by composers of talent and renown such as these. The Novello Shakespeare Choral Collection is an essential anthology of stunning settings of beautiful words which will be performed and enjoyed for many years to come. / Choeur Mixte (SATB)

An Easter Praise and Worship Experience-This Easter praise and worship musical features over 20 titles blending great hymns of the season with some of the most powerful worship songs of our day like O the Passion Worthy Is the Lamb and Crown Him with ManyCrowns. Music narration lighting and production notes are included to assist in producing a worship experience that is perfect for intimate concerts or full productions. Orchestration includes score and parts for Flute 1 2 Oboe Clarinet 1 2 Bass Clarinet Bassoon Trumpet 1 2 3 Horn 1 2 (Alto Sax) Trombone 1 2 (Tenor Sax/Baritone TC) Trombone 3/Tuba Harp Violin 1 2 Viola (Clarinet 3) Cello String Bass Keyboard String Reduction Drums Percussion 1 2 and Rhythm. SATB Listening Cassette Listening CD CD Accompaniment Trax (Split) CD Rehearsal Trax Preview Pack (CD) Bulletin Pack (100) Poster Pack (10) and CD 10-Pack also available.

This expressive original concert work for Hanukkah is accompanied by piano and optional cello. The poetic text reminds us of the meaning of this celebration and its history as well as gives us the opportunity to pray for peaceeverywhere. Available: SATB; PianoTrax CD.

Sparkling energy and vocal writing that reflects musical theater style mark this fresh composition for high school choirs and beyond. Engaging text by Len Schiff is particularly suited to winter concerts but it could be easily programmed at any time of year. The challenging piano accompaniment makes this an exciting concert addition!

This work celebrates the beauty revealed in nature reflecting God's glory. A fine centerpiece in a concert this work is a good opportunity for a larger high school choir to explore dynamics and phrasing and the sensitive bonding between text and music. Duration: ca. 3:30.

Uses: GeneralScripture: Psalm 52:8; Psalm 136:2Here is a splendid original composition that describes the wonder of God's unconditional love for everyone. Replete with beautiful images of grace theexpressive qualities of the music perfectly compliment the heart-felt emotion of the words. A soaring theme mingles with a beautifully crafted accompaniment making this an artful and worshipful selection for concerts or sanctuaryusage.

Nine Christmas songs in close harmony skillfully arranged by Peter Gritton for SATB voices and ideal for both small vocal groups and large choral societies. Singers will find these skilful arrangements musically satisfying without being too technically challenging since they are carefully written to suit the average range of each voice. Great music for a light concert programme encore material and an informal evening concert.

Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series-This straightforward accessible setting of a Latin hymn text (O born light of light) works well for festival concert and worship functions and would be especially appropriate for the advent season. Contained ranges limited divisi and no key changes make this eminently suitable to high school choirs. Recorded by Magnum Chorum David Dickau conductor.