Don Besig Nancy Price: There On Calvary: SATB: Vocal Score

Nobody does a cappella better than Don Besig and Nancy Price! This new Christmas gospel joins the rank of their other great hits in this genre. Subtly employing the spiritual “Go Tell It on the Mountain ” this piecepractically sings itself. You will treasure each moment spent on this anthem perfect for Christmas but also good for Epiphany. “There Is Joy Joy Joy!” and great fun!

“There is joy! There is joy! There is joy in the house of the Lord.” And there is joy in every note of this bright celebratory anthem. Dancing across the pages this lilting up-tempo octavo sings of fellowship andunity and the great love that is shared by a family of believers. “There Is Joy in the House of the Lord!” is appropriate as a call to worship or general anthem for any Sunday of the year.

Don Besig and Nancy Price have woven the traditional songs “Lonesome Valley ” and “Nobody Knows the Trouble I've Seen ” with adapted and new words into an ethereal Lent and Holy Week meditation. The useof optional flute (part provided in the octavo) enhances the airy quality of the piece. There's also an opportunity for an optional solo and a cappella portions. First telling of Jesus and his pending fate in the lonesome valley the message moves on to remind us that “nobody knows the trouble and pain like Jesus.” Finally we all have our “lonesome valleys” to walk but He will not let us walk alone. This easy-to-learn anthem willprove to be very effective.

From the first delicate piano notes to its final triumphant chords this Don Besig and Nancy Price original “I Will Sing Your Glory and Praise ” is a musical statement of scope and profound spirituality. There is anorganic quality to this writing that slowly builds in intensity until the memorable melody surrenders to a final section utilizing the celebrated “Ode to Joy” with an effective new text from the authors. Destined forthe folders of many fortunate choirs don't miss this glorious new general-use anthem. Auspicious!

Don Besig and Nancy Price create a moving allegory as a little child witnesses the crucifixion but does not understand. He does not know Jesus but feels tremendous grief and loss at the death of this “stranger.”Scientists and philosophers have said that children frequently understand what adults cannot and “Within the Shadow of the Cross” the little boy discovers that God is there; God IS. If we as adults could onlyperceive that we are children of God and that God IS.

Don Besig and Nancy Price have woven the traditional songs “Lonesome Valley ” and “Nobody Knows the Trouble I've Seen ” with adapted and new words into an ethereal Lent and Holy Week meditation. The useof optional flute (part provided in the octavo) enhances the airy quality of the piece. There's also an opportunity for an optional solo and a cappella portions. First telling of Jesus and his pending fate in the lonesome valley the message moves on to remind us that “nobody knows the trouble and pain like Jesus.” Finally we all have our “lonesome valleys” to walk but He will not let us walk alone. This easy-to-learn anthem willprove to be very effective.

There is a touch of mystery in this new Price/Besig Advent offering. The bass-like piano support sets the tone early and the men soon follow with a lightly syncopated theme that is immediately engaging. So different from mostAdvent music this will be a breath of fresh air for your seasonal planning. Splendidly crafted you will find this piece easy to teach to your group.

This amazing new anthem is a deeply moving experience when sung with a sincere heart. The words are profound in their description of Christ's passion and the poignant music is some of the composers most expressive work. There isnot one note without meaning and purpose which greatly simplifies the learning process. Come and Kneel at the Cross will remain in hearts long after the final note.

There is always a need for good music to bring appropriate closure to the worship event. In this gentle benediction the focus is on our response to the calling of God to walk with Him as we serve each day. “As our worshipends our service begins...” “Walk with the Lord” is a beautiful closing to any worship experience.

Incorporating Tempus Adest Floridum Piae Cantiones (1582)-Once again this celebrated writing team embraces Advent anticipation and longing with an expressive yet easily learned carol. There is hope in every note of this splendid choral that moves from minor into major from longing intofullfillment and from shadows into light. The optional C instrument is exquisite. Profound!