Seven Festive Trumpet Solos is a collection of powerful and sparkling settings for trumpet and organ. Several of the compositions are original. Others are new arrangements on well-loved sacred hymns. This text is the first in atwo book series. The follow up is called Trumpet Praise! All selections in this book and in the companion book Trumpet Praise! may be heard in the companion free audio download. Seven Festive Trumpet Solos contains the organ andtrumpet parts. A free download of the trumpet solo parts is also available. The solos in both this book and in Trumpet Praise! are ideal for church worship celebrations concerts festivals and recitals.

In celebration of Charles Wesley's 300th birthday Joseph Martin gives us this lofty medley of some of Wesley's finest. Gathered into a potpourri of praise this montage will lift the roofs with festive joy. Extracted from hisbest-selling cantata Testament of Praise this encouraging tapestry of sacred songs is a must-do for congregations everywhere. Includes such favorites as “Praise the Lord Who Reigns Above ” “Rejoice theLord Is King ” and “O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing.”

This challenging yet satisfying anthem of praise is imbued with an almost Celtic aesthetic. The main theme is punctuated with interesting cross rhythms and delightful counter-tunes. A celebrative refrain offers a festive sequence of alleluias in full harmony and continues the call to praise text emphasis. The piano accompaniment sparkles and when combined with optional flute obbligato it dazzles. A solid choice for sanctuary or concert hall!

With the foundation of the classic hymn “Sing Praise to God Who Reigns Above ” this praise-worthy anthem lifts hearts and voices on high in a shout of acclamation. Driving rhythmic choral writing dances with longexpressive lines to deliver a truly festive anthem appropriate for almost any worship event. The trumpet and percussion offer even more performance options. Sparkling!

Hal Hopson's adaptation of “Praise the Lord” from Handel's Judas Maccabaeus is a standard in most choral libraries. Now he gives us another performance option with his two-part version. This majestic andtriumphant song of adoration is now accessible to all choirs for any number of festive occasions. Available separately: SATB TTBB SAB 2-part.

Hal Hopson's adaptation of “Praise the Lord” from Handel's Judas Maccabaeus is a standard in most choral libraries. Now he gives us another performance option with his two-part version. This majestic andtriumphant song of adoration is now accessible to all choirs for any number of festive occasions. Available separately: SATB TTBB SAB 2-part.

Uses: General Music AppreciationScripture: II Chronicles 5:13; Psalm 46:1; Psalm 147:7Joyful with a strong message of worship and praise this festive choral will enliven any sacred gathering. Based on the Psalms themessage of celebration is appropriate for sanctuary and concert hall usage. The syncopated opening theme is joined with contrasting lyric sections giving variety to the musical treatment. Call your choir to glorious purpose with this highlyrecommended anthem!

This buoyant and jaunty call to worship praise and service encourages us to dedicate our individual songs to the Lord. The marvelous works of God's creative Spirit are the center of the lyric and the festive qualities of the arrangement make it an excellent choice for Thanksgiving or any music appreciation emphasis. Well-crafted part-writing ensures that choirs of any size will sound impressive and feel confident.

Handel?s three anthems (My song shall be alway HWV 252 O come let us sing HWV 253 O praise the Lord HWV 254) were composed in 1717 and 1718 for Cannons a country estate near to London. They take their nickname the ? Chandos Anthems? from the owner of the estate the First Duke of Chandos .The three pieces are noteworthy for their festive character and their varied orchestral accompaniment. Handel borrows older material from his Italian period and his earlier works for the Chapel Royal in London a standard procedure for this composer who reused particularly successful pieces as starting points for his later works. The scoring for solo voices chorus oboe strings and continuo was tailored to the musical resources of the small country estate. Two additional recorders are needed for ?O come let us sing unto the Lord?.The anthems present the Urtext from the ?Halle Handel Edition? and include uncomplicated and easy-to-play piano reductions. In addition to the original English words the full scores and vocal scores also include a singing translation in German.?The clarity found in these Bärenreiter scores and the excellent keyboard reductions make them very attractive for performers.?(Church Music Quarterly Sept. 2008)

The festive text of Psalm 150 has been set in many styles over the centuries and here is a new setting of the translation from the Alternative Service Book. This arrangement is taken directly from High Praise (NOV032118).

Hal Hopson's adaptation of “Praise the Lord” from Handel's Judas Maccabaeus is a standard in most choral libraries. Now he gives us another performance option with his two-part version. This majestic andtriumphant song of adoration is now accessible to all choirs for any number of festive occasions. Available separately: SATB TTBB SAB 2-part.

Handel?s three anthems (My Song Shall Be Alway HWV 252 O Come Let Us Sing HWV 253 O Praise The Lord HWV 254) were composed in 1717 and 1718 for Cannons a country estate near to London. They take their nickname the ?Chandos Anthems? from the owner of the estate the First Duke of Chandos.The three pieces are noteworthy for their festive character and their varied orchestral accompaniment. Handel borrows older material from his Italian period and his earlier works for the Chapel Royal in London a standard procedure for this composer who reused particularly successful pieces as starting points for his later works. The scoringfor solo Voices Chorus Oboe Strings and Continuo was tailored to the musical resources of the small country estate. Two additional recorders are needed for ?O Come Let Us Sing Unto The Lord?.The anthems present the Urtext from the ?Halle Handel Edition? and include uncomplicated and easy-to-play Piano reductions. In addition to the original English words the full scores and vocal scores also include a singing translation in German.

From the festive opening to its rousing finish, Festival of Praise blends mixed meters and a variety of choral textures resulting in a tour de force for advanced church, college, or community choirs. / Choeur Mixte (SATB)

Uses: GeneralScripture: Psalm 146:2; Psalm 109:30From the driving opening to the final punctuated chords this anthem is a brilliant paean of praise that is rich with choral opportunities to encourageworship. The repetitive rhythmic motive is quickly learned and the toccata-like piano part maintains a constant stream of energy to propel the piece to unbounded jubilation. The contrasting middle section offers relief with deepresonating chords that enrich the text. After an arresting accelerando a wall of climbing 4ths brings a virtuosic element to the piece and enables a striking recapitulation and festive codetta.