Don Besig Nancy Price: The Gift of the Season: 2-Part Choir: Vocal Score

Written for the 30th anniversary of Kent Island United Methodist Church in Chester Maryland Don Besig and Nancy Price have quoted “The Church's One Foundation” in the accompaniment as well as in the narrator's partread during the introduction. A theme of unity runs throughout which emphasizes that the church is made up of the people in it. “Let this fellowship which unites us be a gift for all to share.” But we are also calledto go forth and proclaim God's love. Using their creative gifts and vast experience Don Besig and Nancy Price have once again penned an outstanding choral composition which is full of conviction and one that can be taughtquickly. Its presentation will fill congregations with pride in their church and its mission. Stirring.

A Thanksgiving classic from Don Besig and Nancy Price is now available for smaller SAB choirs. “Simple Thanks” has been a harvest time favorite for years and this new voicing makes the popular anthem even moreaccessible. Incorporating the favorite hymn “Simple Gifts ” this memorable easily learned seasonal offering is light and cheerful. A song of gratitude that will live in the hearts and minds of the listener beyond theclose of the service.

This inspiring new Price/Besig anthem soars with purpose as the choir sings a message of hope and joy. The gifts of healing grace courage and comfort are reasons for singing and the blessing of sharing these wonders with theworld is the heart of this uplifting proclamation. Tuneful writing and powerful text beautifully joined. Exquisite!

A classic approach yields fresh results in this melodic anthem which celebrates the gift of music in the life of the believer. Incorporating the rich fulfilling sonorities built around the iconic progression of Pachelbel's Canon in D this piece sings itself! An appropriately decorated piano part adds a delightful element and with the optional flute obbligato this anthem will quickly become a favorite with your people.