A Festival Anthem, Op. 21 No.2

This American folk hymn became an anthem of the pioneers reflecting the courage of a growing nation. This setting for younger choirs offers well-crafted layered voice parts and alternates between a more flowing expressive verse and the rhythmic fervent refrain building in anticipation to the final chorus with soaring descant. Superb for contest honor choirs and festivals! Discovery Level 2.

For Solo Soprano and Tenor SATB Choir and Organ. Commissioned by St Matthew's Church Northampton. Text: Sequence- Jerusalem et Sion Filiae George Herbert and Henry Vaughan.

Arranged for mixed voices. Utilizing a traditional Latin text fiery piano accompaniment and mixed meter John Leavitt's popular festival piece is challenging but definitely worth the extra effort! Use the optional percussion to further intensify this dramatic Christmas anthem. Performance Time: Approx. 2:50.

The first classical Organ method for children the Suzuki Organ School is based on Dr. Shinichi Suzuki's Mother Tongue Method. The Suzuki Method® of Talent Education is based on Suzuki's view that every child is born with ability and that people are the product of their environment. According to Suzuki a world-renowned violinist and teacher the greatest joy an adult can know comes from developing a child's potential so he/she can express all that is harmonious and best in human beings. Each series of books for a particular instrument in the Suzuki Method is considered a Suzuki music school such as the Suzuki Organ School. The student listens to therecordings and work with their Suzuki Organ teacher to develop their potential as a musician and as a person.This Suzuki Book & CD is essential for Suzuki Organ lessons. In certain pieces the authors have placed small phonetic signs above the notes to indicate differentiated non legato playing. In order to develop pedal technique pedal melodies are included between every manual piece. The included performance CD for Volume 2 is a great tool for Suzuki Organ lessons encouraging practice while featuring recordings by Lars Hagström.Titles: 'Allegro' (Suzuki) 'Amaryllis' (Ghys) 'Anthem' (Traditional) 'Bells' (French Folk Song) 'Cinderella' (French Folk Song) 'Claire de Lune' (Lully) 'Folk Song' (Icelandic Folk Song) 'French Folk Song' (Traditional) 'Goodbye to Winter' (Folk Song) 'London Bridge' (Folk Song) 'Long Long Ago' (Bayly) 'Lullaby' (Schubert) ' Musette' (Anonymous) 'O Come Little Children' (Traditional) 'Prelude' (Charpentier). 'French Folk Song ' 'O Come Little Children ' and 'Prelude (from 'Te Deum')' are Federation Festivals 2016--2020 selections.

In this anthem based on the Great Commission the opening curtain-raising gesture in the accompaniment is a call to purpose introducing a hymn-like tune in strong unison. A powerful song of commitment and discipleship this one would be a thoughtful option for festival choirs or a perfect choice for missions and evangelism-based services. Inspiring! Score and Parts (fl 1-2 ob cl 1-2 bn tpt 1-3 hn 1-2 tbn 1-3 tba perc 1-3 hp pno vn 1-2 va vc db) available as a digital download.

Using a noble text by Englishman Timothy Dudley-Smith K. Lee Scott has created an elegant and stately hymntune entitled “Hodges Chapel.” He has set the verses into an anthem with organ format which invites thecongregation to join by the final refrain. Optional trumpets and trombones (2/2) are available separately (F2351B). An excellent choice for festival and church use.

Uses: Christmas Eve Christmas ConcertScripture: Luke 2:8-20An ancient tune a new text and a fresh approach generate a powerful anthem for Christmas programming. The theme in minor and 6/8 moves forward in a liltingprocessional delivering the fear and jubilation of the Shepherds celebration. Whether performed with full orchestration or just piano accompaniment this carol will be a commanding choice for festivals or holiday pageants. Score and Parts (fl1-2/pic ob cl 1-2 bn hn 1-2 tpt 1-3 tbn 1-2 btbn/tba timp perc 1-2 hp vn 1-2 va vc db) available on CD-ROM and as a digital download.

We think this is the finest arrangement we've heard of the patriotic work that many believe should be our national anthem. Mark Hayes' arrangement uses fresh, new harmonies and is thoroughly inspirational. Optional narration includes writings by Jefferson, Lincoln, and Martin Luther King. Vocals are not difficult for a piece of this order. Consider for use at festivals. InstruPax includes: director's score, 3 trumpets, 2 trombones, 2 French horns [opt. baritone], percussion. / Choeur SAB

Uses: General Christ the King FestivalScripture: Philippians 2:9-11 A noble new setting of the lesser used tune for this regal hymn text. Useful as a choral offering or as an enhanced congregationsong this effective setting will encourage the faithful and offer the choir a chance to lead in worship. With the addition of the easily fielded handbell part this is an almost instant anthem for use on Christ the King Sunday orany time. Handbell part for 2 octaves included. Duration: ca. 3:20.

Uses: General call to worship festivalScripture: Psalm 104:33 Psalm 19:14; Psalm 98This new general anthem is a skillful mixing of traditional and contemporary elements. With the first sounds ofpiano this lively praise offering brings a distinctive timbre to the special music of the day. Crafted with careful attention to part writing and voice leading this is a one-rehearsal wonder with a sophisticated sound. Duration:ca. 2:55.

Gathered from of our most successful seasonal cantatas this compilation of beloved carols is designed to work as choral anthems or for choir and congregational corporate singing. Erase the boundaries between loft and pew bybringing the church body together in the embrace of time-tested Christmas and Advent selections. Fully orchestrated by Brant Adams these arrangements will lift your sanctuary singing to new heights. Congregants sing along whilethe choir adds power depth and harmonic color. The final verses of these Christmas standards are among some of the most inspiring passages you will ever experience. These arrangements will be used year after year for?Hanging of the Green? gatherings ?Lessons and Carol? services or for festival hymn singing during the holidays. Available separately: SATB Listening CD Preview Pack (Book/CD Combo) Orchestration CD-ROM(Score and Parts for Flute 1

This uplifting anthem is a wonderful tribute to the power of music in our lives. Ideal for concerts festivals and massed choir events.Available separately: SATB SAB 2-Part Instrumental Pak (Trumpet 1 & 2 Tenor Sax Trombone Synthesizer Guitar Bass and Drums) and ShowTrax CD. Performance time: Approx. 3:45.