Uses: GeneralScripture: Matthew 5:1-12A foundational moment in Scripture is treated with musical interpretation in this artful selection for sanctuary choirs. The words that have comforted generationsof people take wing in an emotive piece that touches the heart with truth even as it inspires the singer with tender music. Lyricism and sensitive harmonic episodes abound while a cantabile piano accompaniment weaves a preciousthread of beauty through this fabric of sacred sound. Available separately: SATB SAB. Duration: ca. 4:41.

Arranged for mixed voices. Utilizing a traditional Latin text fiery piano accompaniment and mixed meter John Leavitt's popular festival piece is challenging but definitely worth the extra effort! Use the optional percussion to further intensify this dramatic Christmas anthem. Performance Time: Approx. 2:50.

Uses: General Easter Youth Choir Praise TeamScripture: Galatians 3:13; Job 19:25The best of something old and something new brings a powerful new treatment of a well-known hymn. Filled withenergetic rhythmic punctuations the jubilant theme calls for precision yet sets the spirit soaring. The exhilarating accompaniment propels the piece forward and the orchestration adds a thoroughly modern distinctive that willdelight the audience and lift the presentation to new heights. Available separately: SATB StudioTrax CD (Accomp/Split/Perf) Orchestration CD-ROM (Score & part for Trumpets 1-3 Trombones 1-3 Master Rhythm Violin 1&2 Viola Cello Double Bass Synth Brass reduction Synth String reduction). Duration: ca. 4:01.

5 Danish and Nordic Folksongs - expertly arranged for SATB Chorus a cappella by Per Drud Nielsen.

An original spiritual written for a cappella SATB and baritone solo written for age high school and up requires great levels of energy to be done well.

Based on an 8th Century St. Ambrose text this is a lush moderately difficult SATB piece that would work well as a showcase for a good high school choir. Unaccompanied.