Uses: Palm Sunday Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11; Luke 19:41-42 The triumphal entry in all its pomp and drama is presented with glorious tune and text in this festive anthem of praise. Quoting the celebrated hymn tune LAUDES DOMINI, this regal processional is an ideal opener and would be enhanced by a procession of banners or palms. The optional trumpet part enhances the call to worship experience.

Arranger: Brad Nix | Composer: Diane Hannibal

Uses: Palm Sunday Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11; Luke 19:41-42 The triumphal entry in all its pomp and drama is presented with glorious tune and text in this festive anthem of praise. Quoting the celebrated hymn tune LAUDES DOMINI, this regal processional is an ideal opener and would be enhanced by a procession of banners or palms. The optional trumpet part enhances the call to worship experience.

Arranger: Brad Nix | Composer: Diane Hannibal

Uses: Easter Scripture: John 20:1-18 Set your alleluias free with this lilting invitation to joy. Imagine the jubilation as this buoyant theme raises the resurrection shout. Rich SATB writing provides fullness to the sound and the bright tempo engages the spirit of this instant classic.

Composer: Brad Nix

Uses: Holy Week, Communion Scripture: John 19:31-37 A meaningful portrait of grace is painted by this thoughtful offering for Holy Week. Unadorned voices add to the bittersweet quality of this moving passion text that gathers us to the cross and reminds us of God's eternal and boundless love.

Composer: Lee Dengler

James Koerts provides us with a contemplative musical commentary on a classic hymn text in his latest creation. His expressive melody cradles this moving portrait of the cross while rich harmonies provide an appropriate tonal backdrop for the presentation of this important reflection of faith. Take note of the accessible part-writing and the limited vocal ranges that will ease learning time as you prepare for those early Lenten services. Beautiful!

Composer: James Koerts

Uses: Easter Scripture: I Corinthians 15:3-5; Job 19:25 Simply spectacular, this easily learned choral song for Resurrection Sunday is a vibrant celebration of life. The rhythmic energy of the text is propelled by a memorable theme and its brevity makes it an excellent opener. Craftily arranged for SAB forces, the effect is nonetheless full and enriching. An essential Easter resource!

Composer: Jon Paige

Uses: Good Friday, Holy Week Scripture: Luke 23:34; John 19:30 Essential repertoire for Holy Week is represented in this stark, yet beautiful tableau of the crucifixion. A poignant violin line duets with an expressive piano part to weave a worshipful moment of deep reflection. A solo representing the voice of Jesus from the cross wafts above a series of choral echoes and creates a passionate portrait of unfailing, divine love. Violin part included. Duration: ca. 3:25.

Composer: Patti Drennan

Uses: Good Friday, Holy Week Scripture: Luke 23:34; John 19:30 Essential repertoire for Holy Week is represented in this stark, yet beautiful tableau of the crucifixion. A poignant violin line duets with an expressive piano part to weave a worshipful moment of deep reflection. A solo representing the voice of Jesus from the cross wafts above a series of choral echoes and creates a passionate portrait of unfailing, divine love. Violin part included. Duration: ca. 3:25.

Arranger: Patti Drennan | Composer: Patti Drennan

Acting as bookends to your worship, these recognizable tunes from the early American hymn tradition will be familiar to the gathered and an easy learn for your choir. The bell-like accompaniment and the optional brass add to the joy. The new texts by master lyricist Bryan Jeffery Leech bring a new distinction to the timeless truths of Easter. Highly recommended!

Arranger: Benjamin Harlan | Composer: Bryan Jeffery Leech

Uses: Holy Week, Maundy Thursday Scripture: Exodus 12:21-36; II Corinthains 5:21; Hebrews 4:5-16 The divine imagery of the Paschal Lamb is central to understanding the sacrificial love as expressed in Christ. The highly effective music of this anthem brings a bittersweet quality to this Holy Week offering. The harmonic sequence employed is a touching tonal moment, stirring the listener's heart with tender sentiment. A very pianistic accompaniment completes the package.

Composer: Lloyd Larson

Uses: Holy Week, Maundy Thursday Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46, Luke 22:39-44, Mark 14:32-41 The shadows of Gethsemane are poignantly portrayed in this new choral for Holy Week. With deep sadness, the anthem delivers the Savior's anguished prayers and is a bittersweet reminder of the precious gift of grace. Moving! SATB with opt. cello. Duration: ca. 4:03.

Composer: J. Paul Williams

Uses: Easter, Eastertide Scripture: Mark 16:6; Matthew 28:6-10 A resurrection flourish is found in this useful service music set. An opening Introit for Easter sets the alleluias free with clarion gestures. The choir dialogues effectively with the organ and optional brass. The final Benediction recalls the joy of the opening Introit and adds a festive punctuation of Easter praise. Available separately: SATB, Brass (Score and parts for Trumpet 1&2, Horn, Trombones 1-3, Timpani & Suspended Cymbal), StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:18.

Composer: Pamela Stewart

Uses: Holy Week, Good Friday Scripture: Hebrews 12:2; Galatians 6:8-11 With the first melodic notes delivered by lower voices, this sober anthem shares the sacrifice of Christ with sensitive and emotive music. Lyrical strains carry the inspired words forward and rich four-part harmonies take the memorable chorus into the heart of the listener. Reverent and worshipful! Duration: ca. 4:09.

Composer: Lloyd Larson

Uses: Holy Week, Good Friday Scripture: Hebrews 12:2; Galatians 6:8-11 With the first melodic notes delivered by lower voices, this sober anthem shares the sacrifice of Christ with sensitive and emotive music. Lyrical strains carry the inspired words forward and rich four-part harmonies take the memorable chorus into the heart of the listener. Reverent and worshipful! Duration: ca. 4:09.

Arranger: Lloyd Larson | Composer: Lloyd Larson

Uses: Easter Scripture: Matthew 28:7-9; Romans 6:23; 1 Corinthians 5:6-8, 15; 1 Peter 1:3 Set the alleluias free with this outstanding new hymn arrangement for Resurrection Sunday. Scored expertly for organ and piano, this exciting celebration of life will be the quintessential opener for Easter services. A thrilling impact when joined with the optional brass orchestrations. Highly recommended! Available separately: SATB, iPrint Orch CD-ROM (Tpt 1&2, Tbn 1&2, Timpani, Piano, Organ, opt. Horn in F) Duration: ca. 3:17.

Arranger: Patti Drennan

Uses: Easter Scripture: Matthew 28:7-9; Romans 6:23; 1 Corinthians 5:6-8, 15; 1 Peter 1:3 Set the alleluias free with this outstanding new hymn arrangement for Resurrection Sunday. Scored expertly for organ and piano, this exciting celebration of life will be the quintessential opener for Easter services. A thrilling impact when joined with the optional brass orchestrations. Highly recommended! Available separately: SATB, iPrint Orch CD-ROM (Tpt 1&2, Tbn 1&2, Timpani, Piano, Organ, opt. Horn in F) Duration: ca. 3:17.

Arranger: Patti Drennan

Uses: Holy Week, Good Friday Scripture: Matthew 26:62-63; Acts 8:32; Isaiah 53:7 A heartrending moment in the life of Jesus is presented in this Holy Week offering. The One who spoke the universe into existence is silent before Pilate and His accusers, and we see in vivid detail His tender mercy. The plaintive cello line counterpoints with the flowing piano while gentle vocal writing creates a spirit of reverence and contemplation. The B section incorporates the moving spiritual, He Never Said a Mumblin' Word. The dramatic ending with its creative use of silence will leave the audience breathless.

Arranger: David Angerman | Composer: Douglas Nolan

Uses: Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Holy Week Scripture: Luke 22:53b; Matthew 26:36-38 Profoundly moving poetry pours emotion into a bittersweet scene from Christ's anguish in Gethsemane and on Golgotha. To experience the glory of Easter we must first embrace the shadows of Holy Week. This thoughtful anthem accomplishes this journey with emotive, rich music that sonically paints the deep sadness of the text. Solid four part textures create a full sound, and when at last, the piece suggests the coming light of Easter, the listener is left with a winsome whisper of hope. Duration: ca. 4:09.

Composer: Pamela Stewart