Don Besig: Praise the Lord on This Glorious Day!: SATB: Vocal Score

Discover the joyful lilt of this new Price/Besig winner and lift the spirits of your church. Raise your praise to the Lord of creation. Exalting God through the gift of music is the heart of this general praise offering.Infectious rhythm governs the flow of this distinctive anthem. Any time is a great time to praise God and this song affirms this timeless truth with fresh jazzy yet worshipful appeal. “Sing Out a New Song to theLord!”

Uses: General Church AnniversaryScripture: Galatians 5:13; Matthew 5:14-16; Ephesians 6:5-7; Acts 20:35This cheerful anthem calls the faithful to service and fellowship. Ideal for churchhomecoming/anniversary commemorations this general song of praise is characterized by quality part-writing and clear and purposeful poetry. “Serve the Lord with gladness and walk in His light” are the words that crownthe chorus of this inspiring worship vehicle. A festive trumpet part completes the piece and creates a glorious effect.

Uses: General Music Appreciation Scripture: Psalm 13:6 Acts 16:25 Exodus 15:1 Psalm 59:16 With a confident flourish of praise and the clarion statement of Come Christians Join to Sing this anthem immediately engages the spirit. This curtain raising acclamation soon surrenders to a lightly syncopated original theme that is a charming melodic gesture accompanied by a cheerful piano part. This text celebrates the glory of singing the old songs and the community we find in praise. A counter-melody adds vocal variety and the piece is sure to set toes to tapping with its upbeat and joyful nature.

Let the song go forth with this happy anthem that celebrates all that is wondrous about singing our praise to the Lord. Alive with an upbeat gospel spirit this message of unbounded joy is appropriate for any time of the year.

Calling upon one of most recognizable passages in all of the Psalms this festive canticle of praise celebrates the joy of singing and the purpose of worship. Beautifully crafted choral writing calls the choir to purpose and theaffirming lyric provides a confident statement for any sacred gathering. Amazing!