Michael Ware : I Must Tell Jesus

This good-hearted testimony to the power of prayer is a time-honored favorite in many churches. Its happy gospel swing is invigorating to sing, and the affirmation of God's faithfulness in our lives helps connect scriptural truths to real life application.

Composer: Michael Ware

Uses: Palm Sunday Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11; Mark 11:1; John 12:13 Pure joy for Palm Sunday! This SAB powerhouse is a one rehearsal wonder rich with melodic charm and delightful lyrics. The use of crafty countermelodies helps enrich the texture while maintaining the approachable level of the music. An accessible handbell part will add another layer of sound to your presentation, and the brief performance time will make this as an ideal opener for the parade of palms. Handbell Part (2-3 oct., 23-31 bells) available as a digital download.

Composer: Brian Büda

This modern praise song is quickly becoming embraced by congregations of all styles and ages. The lyrics describe the timeless element of God's Word and will provide an inspirational moment to a variety of worship settings. Available separately: SATB, SAB, 2-Part Mixed. Duration: ca. 3:00.

Arranger: John Purifoy | Composer: Lynn DeShazo

This modern praise song is quickly becoming embraced by congregations of all styles and ages. The lyrics describe the timeless element of God's Word and will provide an inspirational moment to a variety of worship settings. Available separately: SATB, SAB, 2-Part Mixed. Duration: ca. 3:00.

Arranger: John Purifoy | Composer: Lynn DeShazo

The music dances off the page in this sprightly seasonal offering! A fresh theme written in a classic carol style creates instant joy with its tuneful invitation to the manger. A well-placed hide-a-hymn, the B section invokes the angelic chorus from Angels We Have Heard on High, completing the celestial effect. Crafted with limited vocal demands, this festive anthem is brief yet effective and a super song for a slim Sunday!

Composer: Patricia Mock

Buoyant and cheerful, this lilting tune and text is a sparkling call to praise! An engaging opening theme spins out a clarion invitation to join in worship, while a dance-like piano adornment brings a wonderful sweep to the overall musical gesture. A contrasting B section offers a colorful progression of harmonies that offer praise to the Creator for the wonder of His graceful ways. A quote from Come, Christians, Join to Sing drives the piece to its powerful conclusion.

Arranger: Douglas Nolan | Composer: Mark Roseberry

Buoyant and cheerful, this lilting tune and text is a sparkling call to praise! An engaging opening theme spins out a clarion invitation to join in worship, while a dance-like piano adornment brings a wonderful sweep to the overall musical gesture. A contrasting B section offers a colorful progression of harmonies that offer praise to the Creator for the wonder of His graceful ways. A quote from Come, Christians, Join to Sing drives the piece to its powerful conclusion.

Arranger: Douglas Nolan | Composer: Mark Roseberry

Uses: Communion Scripture: Mark 14:22; I Corinthians 11:23-26 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!

Arranger: Joseph Martin | Composer: Rebecca Fair

Uses: Communion Scripture: Mark 14:22; I Corinthians 11:23-26 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!

Arranger: Joseph Martin | Composer: Rebecca Fair

This energetic paean of praise is alive with the celebration of Christ's triumphant entrance into Jerusalem, and will be a standout in your Palm Sunday programming. Written in the style of a Hebrew folk dance, the piece captures the joyful spirit of Hosannas and waving palms. Two presentation options are available: one with clarinets and percussion, and another with an easy to ring handbell part. The SAB voicing makes this anthem a great choice for choirs of any size! Score and Parts (cl 1-2, bcl, perc 1-2) available as a digital download. The handbell part is available as a free download.

Composer: Douglas Nolan

This energetic paean of praise is alive with the celebration of Christ's triumphant entrance into Jerusalem, and will be a standout in your Palm Sunday programming. Written in the style of a Hebrew folk dance, the piece captures the joyful spirit of Hosannas and waving palms. Two presentation options are available: one with clarinets and percussion, and another with an easy to ring handbell part. The SAB voicing makes this anthem a great choice for choirs of any size! Score and Parts (cl 1-2, bcl, perc 1-2) available as a digital download. The handbell part is available as a free download.

Arranger: Douglas Nolan | Composer: Douglas Nolan

Now available in SAB and 2-Part! Many choirs have requested the music from this moving scene from the film O Brother, Where Art Thou?. This old gospel song can be performed a cappella as in the movie or with the accompaniment.Available separately: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, ChoirTrax CD and Instrumental Pak (score and parts for Violin 1 & 2, Viola, Cello, String Bass, Guitar, Electric Bass and Drums).

Arranger: Sheldon Curry

Combining the traditional hymn Fairest Lord Jesus with the contemporary More Precious than Silver, Benjamin Harlan has created a prayerful anthem of devotion and adoration. The stirring piano accompaniment compliments the worshipful choral treatment of melody and lyrics. May be used during Lent or any Sunday of the year.

Arranger: Benjamin Harlan

Uses: General, Thanksgiving Scripture: II Chronicles 5:13; Psalm 9:1; Psalm 95:2-3 Alive with festive joy, this anthem of gratitude to the Trinity is a cheerful song for Thanksgiving or any worship service. A vigorous paean of praise, the main theme is punctuated with approachable mixed meter patterns mingled with syncopation. A percussive piano part moves the piece forward, and the expressive middle section offers a lyrical contrast with affirming words of worship and adoration. Driving to a confident conclusion, the song ends with an dramatic exclamation of, I will give thanks!

Composer: Douglas Nolan

Uses: General, Thanksgiving Scripture: II Chronicles 5:13; Psalm 9:1; Psalm 95:2-3 Alive with festive joy, this anthem of gratitude to the Trinity is a cheerful song for Thanksgiving or any worship service. A vigorous paean of praise, the main theme is punctuated with approachable mixed meter patterns mingled with syncopation. A percussive piano part moves the piece forward, and the expressive middle section offers a lyrical contrast with affirming words of worship and adoration. Driving to a confident conclusion, the song ends with an dramatic exclamation of, I will give thanks!

Arranger: Douglas Nolan | Composer: Douglas Nolan

Uses: General, Unity Scripture: Romans 8:31, 35, 37-39 The Word becomes song in this dramatic anthem! Springing from Romans 8, this vigorous musical concept provides the confidence needed to convey the promises contained in this inspiring text. Percussive vocal writing and counterpoint creates an unrelenting energy in the main theme, while a contrasting middle section helps frame the words, We are more than conquerors through the love of Christ. Remarkable! Score and Parts (fl, ob, cl, bn, tpt 1-3, hn 1-2, tbn3/tba, perc, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download.

Composer: Pepper Choplin

Uses: General, Unity Scripture: Romans 8:31, 35, 37-39 The Word becomes song in this dramatic anthem! Springing from Romans 8, this vigorous musical concept provides the confidence needed to convey the promises contained in this inspiring text. Percussive vocal writing and counterpoint creates an unrelenting energy in the main theme, while a contrasting middle section helps frame the words, We are more than conquerors through the love of Christ. Remarkable! Score and Parts (fl, ob, cl, bn, tpt 1-3, hn 1-2, tbn3/tba, perc, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download.

Arranger: Pepper Choplin | Composer: Pepper Choplin

Uses: General, Patriotic Scripture: II Chronicles 7:14 Now available in accessible TTB and SAB voicings, these timeless lyrics are a paraphrase of II Chronicles 7:14, relevant for personal and corporate application. You may find this useful for a patriotic service or during a time of prayer for our nation. Score and Parts (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, tpt 1-3, hn, tbn 1-2, tbn 3/tba, hp, perc, bells, timp, rhythm, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available on CD-ROM and as a digital download.

Arranger: Keith Christopher

Uses: Advent, Call to Worship, Introit Scripture: Isaiah 40:3-5; Mark 1:3 The words of the prophet become song in this carefully written sacred choral designed for choirs of any size. Perfect as a processional, the voices can be divided into any combination, maximizing the performance options. There are optional parts for children's voices, and the ring and sing handbell part makes this a multi-generational and multi-ministry work. The four Advent candles are clearly presented, with a verse for each, to the popular carol tune, O Come, Little Children. Beautiful and useful!

Arranger: Stacey Nordmeyer

This lively, good-spirited anthem for Palm Sunday cultivates the attitude of adoration with every passing measure. Brimming with a classical sensibility, the approachable SAB voicing and handbells give the anthem a precision that is ideal for the occasion. Festive and bright, this anthem will be a go-to for the celebration of the triumphal entry. Jubilant!

Composer: Jon Paige

This lively, good-spirited anthem for Palm Sunday cultivates the attitude of adoration with every passing measure. Brimming with a classical sensibility, the approachable SAB voicing and handbells give the anthem a precision that is ideal for the occasion. Festive and bright, this anthem will be a go-to for the celebration of the triumphal entry. Jubilant!

Arranger: Jon Paige | Composer: Jon Paige

This treasured Christian song is lovingly arranged for choir with an impressionistic approach to showcase the beautiful imagery of its poetry. The text teaches that grace is like a sacred snowfall that covers the wounds of the soul with beauty and mercy. Piano and choir dance in a gentle duet, creating a winterscape of whirling snowflakes on the wind. This stunning arrangement brings back the original song with artful sincerity, delivering a needed message for the modern church. Score and Parts (perc 1-2, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download.

Arranger: John Leavitt | Composer: Stephanie Boosahda | Performed By: Stephanie Boosahda

This treasured Christian song is lovingly arranged for choir with an impressionistic approach to showcase the beautiful imagery of its poetry. The text teaches that grace is like a sacred snowfall that covers the wounds of the soul with beauty and mercy. Piano and choir dance in a gentle duet, creating a winterscape of whirling snowflakes on the wind. This stunning arrangement brings back the original song with artful sincerity, delivering a needed message for the modern church. Score and Parts (perc 1-2, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download.

Arranger: John Leavitt | Composer: Stephanie Boosahda | Performed By: Stephanie Boosahda

With a pristine quote from the classic hymn tune BREAD OF LIFE, this piece raises the curtain on a winsome invitation to the Lord's Supper. Mercy and forgiveness draw the seeker in lovely melodic strains that rise and fall like a prayer as the anthem unfolds. A lush and satisfying chorus showcases the timbre of the choir while passionately calling the faithful to Bring every burden, bring every need... to the table of peace. Highly recommended!

Composer: Diane Hannibal

From the uncommonly creative mind of Ken Medema comes an anthem of simple beauty. Use as an offertory, communion or general worship anthem throughout the year. Available: SAB.

Composer: Ken Medema

This unique anthem begins slowly with a quote from Wade in the Water which lays the framework for a jazzy appeal to renewal and commitment. Swinging along, the melody is instantly absorbed and delivers a contemporary call to abundant living using water as the sacred metaphor. A contrasting middle section adds variety and creates a sonic oasis. The piece concludes with a swagger as the spiritual returns to partner with the main theme before fading into the distance. Fresh!

Arranger: Michael Barrett | Composer: Rebecca Fair

This unique anthem begins slowly with a quote from Wade in the Water which lays the framework for a jazzy appeal to renewal and commitment. Swinging along, the melody is instantly absorbed and delivers a contemporary call to abundant living using water as the sacred metaphor. A contrasting middle section adds variety and creates a sonic oasis. The piece concludes with a swagger as the spiritual returns to partner with the main theme before fading into the distance. Fresh!

Arranger: Michael Barrett | Composer: Rebecca Fair

Available separately: SATB and SAB. ChoirTrax CD also available. Instrumental ePak includes score and parts for Flute, Clarinet, Trumpet 1, 2, 3, Horn, Trombone 1 & 2, Trombone 3/Tuba, Rhythm, Percussion, Bells, Timpani, Violin 1 & 2, Viola and Cello. Duration: ca. 3:00

Composer: Tom Fettke