I have always loved the book of Psalms. The range of human emotions conveyed in that book is so real. Joy, sorrow, fear, hope, worry, confidence, anxiety, assurance and much more spring out of those wonderful verses. Yet underneath all of that is a bedrock faith that the cries of exhilaration and anguish will be heard and answered. In this collection I selected 13 verses from Psalms. On each I set a melodic line to the verse and then composed 9 variations on that line. Many of the arrangements were written and recorded on a 7 string guitar; however, every piece may be played quite successfully on a 6 string guitar. Where a low A or B appears in the notation, I have written a substitute note in the tablature which will work on a 6 string guitar. These solos may be played in concert, recital or in worship celebrations. I hope you enjoy them as they are very meaningful to me. Includes access to online audio.

Joseph and his dad collaborated on this happy piece challenging the listener to be a rainbow a symbol of hope for others to see. Sadly Joe's father passed away since then but this is a fitting tribute to the positive spirit andinspiring faith that he shared with others. Almost all unison this anthem can be programmed any time of year. Accompaniment/performance on Celebration 2005

Par . A collection of thirty guitar solos for the plectrum or flatpick guitarist drawn from the early American shape-note tradition. These songs reflect the rugged faith of America?s early settlers and range from joyous, rhythmic pieces to somber, contemplative melodies. The arrangements are of medium difficulty and present a broad palate of harmonic colors. Written in standard notation and tablature. Includes access to online audio, recorded by the author. / Date parution : 2022-04-09/ Recueil / Guitare

Uses: General Missions Social Justice Revival Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16; Matthew 28:18-20 This is a super medley of popular mission hymns that will raise the spirits of your people. Crafted with great flair this energizing number will produce ahearty response from the faithful. Whether presented with the cheerful piano accompaniment or with full orchestration you will find this montage to be satisfying at every level. Score and Parts (fl 1-2 ob cl 1-2 bn tpt 1-3 hn tbn 1-2 tbn3/tba perc timp hp vn 1-2 va vc db) available on CD-ROM and as a digital download.

Symphony No. 3. ?All men are born free and equal in dignity and rights. They are endowed with reason and conscience and are to meet one another in a spirit of brotherhood.? This article 1 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights forms the basic idea behind this majestic Symphony of Freedom. In each of the three movements, the composer picks another angle on this universal theme of freedom. In the first ?Cry for Freedom? it?s the Dalai Lama of which the composer is a great admirer. The second movement ?Dream of Freedom? takes the photograph of the deceased three-year-old refugee boy Ailan Kurdi on the beach at Bodrum as a basis. The finale ?Freedom Above All? refers, besides a Bruckner quote, to the music of Ludwig van Beethoven. This movement should be seen first and foremost as an affirmation of life, faith and hope for a better world.

Rev. Gary Davis is the real thing. The authentic blind-seer. He is a genius with a brightly burning spirit enormous musical intelligence technical brilliance an encyclopedic memory driving passion deep faith araunchy and gracious sense of humor. A mystic. He is an icon of the style of Guitar he was born into known today as the Piedmont blues. Through players of the first half of the twentieth century like Alfred Shultz Mose Ranger Merle Travis and Chet Atkins this is the signature American fingerpicking style that would so deeply inform the country folk blues and even rock and roll of our day.Rev. Davis (1896-1972) was born black indeep poverty in South Carolina blind from an early age. He overcame these longest of odds to become world famous a giant of American music. He brought together black and white styles country gospel folk themes blues jazz ragtime minstrel songs dance tunes and popular song. He developed his own brilliant fingerpicking style that was deep economical and adaptable enough to easily cover all these genres. Supporting all his creativity was anunshakable faith that pulled him through the obscurity the bitter hard times and crushing poverty he would endure until the folk music awakening of the fifties and sixties caught up to him.Ernie Hawkins has transcribed 13of Rev. Davis' best known blues and ragtime arrangements. Tunes such as Candyman Cocaine Blues Hesitation Blues Baby Let Me Lay It on You Spoonful and Delia are included alongside the ragtimeinstrumental tour de forces of Slow Drag (Cincinnati Flow Rag) and Make Believe Stunt (Maple Leaf Rag).The playing of Rev. Davis has influenced generations of Guitar players from Blind Boy Fullerto Dave Van Ronk Bob Dylan David Bromberg Ry Cooder Jorma Kaukonen Bob Weir Stefan Grossman and Woody Mann. His tunes have been recorded by a host of today's finest rock musicians: The Grateful Dead Hot Tuna Bob Dylan

Featured in the 2004 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade this original will instill your performers and audience with a new faith in the American spirit. Available for SATB SAB 2-Part and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:00.

Featured in the 2004 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade this original will instill your performers and audience with a new faith in the American spirit. Available for SATB SAB 2-Part and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:00.

Written in an amiable folk style this SAB communion anthem practically sings itself! The attractive tune is easily learned and has beautiful contours. The harp-like accompaniment invites the spirit of worship while the text beckons the faithful to the table of grace. Highly recommended!

The Arms of God-Uses: General Lent Social JusticeScripture: Matthew 11:28; II Peter 1:11; Psalm 34:18A touching song of the heart this choral rings with authenticity both musically and spiritually. Peacefulphrases promise rest and hope as the emotive text surrounds the community of faith with the gentle reminders of God's enduring grace. Sensitivity to the words will awake singer and listener alike to the ministry of assurance thatis ours to share. The anthem ends with the warming embrace of “welcome home.” Available separately: SATB StudioTrax CD (Accomp. SplitTrax Perf.) Orchestration (Score & parts for Flute 1 & 2 Oboe Clarinet 1 & 2 Bassoon Horn 1 & 2 Trumpet 1-3 Trombone 1 & 2 Bass Trombone/Tuba Timpani Percussion 1 & 2 Harp Piano Violin 1 & 2 Viola Cello Double Bass). Duration: ca. 4:15.

Songs of Inspiration Arranged for the Ukulele-Songs of Inspiration Arranged for the Ukulele. This unique songbook is a collection of 40 great hymns spirituals and songs of faith hope and inspiration arranged for the ukulele. Performed alone or with a group these pieces are easy to play fun to sing and sure to raise your spirits! Includes motivational favorites such as: Amazing Grace · Amen · Dona Nobis Pacem · How Great Thou Art · In the Sweet By and By · Let There Be Peace on Earth · Morning Has Broken · What a Wonderful World · Will the Circle Be Unbroken · and dozens more plus an appreciation by Pat Boone.