I Will Give Joyful Thanks

SKU: HL.369160

ISBN 9781705142912. UPC: 840126989496. 5.0x5.0x0.119 inches.

This outstanding new resource is sure to be useful for choirs returning to the loft. Presented with a sensitivity to musical diversity, this approachable collection will provide wonderful options for slim Sundays or for times when quick learning is necessary. Cued notes are also included for range considerations, and tasteful accompaniment tracks will give additional choices for directors to consider. Songs include: A Joyful One Hundred; Lord, I Worship You; Come, Sing to the Lord; Dreamers and Doubters; Ascribe to the Lord; Every Valley Needs a Lily; Mercy Still; Come and See; In Everything Give Thanks; Write Your Truth Upon My Heart; May the Words of My Mouth. For the Accompaniment Tracks: Audio is accessed online using the unique code generated upon purchase and can be streamed or downloaded. The audio files include PLAYBACK+, a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right. HL00380829: Accompaniment Tracks.

SKU: GI.G-7058

UPC: 785147705802. English. Text source: Based on Psalm 111. Text by Chris de Silva. Scripture: Psalm 111.

A joyful, energetic, and heavily syncopated setting of Psalm 111 that features a solid SATB sound over a highly rhythmic accompaniment. Core material for youth and contemporary choirs.

A joyful, energetic, and heavily syncopated setting of Psalm 111.

SKU: GI.G-7172

UPC: 785147717232. English.

Yes, it’s liturgical. Songs like Come, Taste and See, “Hold Us, Jesus,” and “Go Out to the World” will have your cantors, choirs, and assemblies raising their voices. Is this collection good for listening? You bet! “In Your Presence” is inspirational, “Can You See God” is convincing. Some might say there’s a good deal of originality with a slight touch of cleverness in de Silva’s text writing. The verses for “Make a Joyful Noise,” for example, are taken from the Beatitudes, while the refrain draws its inspiration from Psalm 100—a skillful combination. The music is solid, yet fresh, with a contemporary sound. The melodies are memorable, you’ll come away humming the tunes. We’re certain this new release will cross generational lines as well. Both the young and the not-so-young love the fine work Chris is doing at his parish, St. Brendan’s, in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. We have a feeling your whole parish family will love Chris’s compositions as well. These new songs definitely deserve a listen, and for a very good reason. There’s a lot of “contemporary” music available these days that makes for great listening. But with de Silva there’s a difference—with de Silva, folks just can’t help but sing along. This is Chris’s first collection with GIA, and we warmly welcome him to the GIA family. Contents: Can You See God, We Are One, In Your Presence, Welcome, All Generations Will Praise Your Name, I Will Give Thanks, Among All, Hold Us, Jesus, Listen to My Cry, Come, Taste and See, Make a Joyful Noise, Go Out to the World, God of All.