Ruth Elaine Schram: Light a Candle for Peace: SATB

For the first time, this modern classic from Ruth Elaine Schram is now available in a new Two-Part mixed voicing. Accompany with the sparkling InstruTrax accompaniment CD. / 2 Parties Mixtes

Ruth Elaine Schram has established a strong reputation for solid choral writing. Utilizing the Irish folk hymn St. Columba Ms. Schram has added a wonderful text of praise from Psalm 9. The optional flute obbligato adds theperfect finish to this delightful piece. Available: SATB.

Uses: AdventScripture: Isaiah 60:1-2 Mark 1:1-8 Luke 2:4-1This tender advent affirmation is a delicate reminder of the hope we hold in the promises of God. Ideal for the lighting of the hope candle this piece will join others in a series of Advent pieces by this composer in a beautiful progression of sacred songs leading to the manger. The tasteful piano writing supports the vocals and the gentle flute obbligato adds a magictouch to the timbre of the song. Beautiful!

Uses: AdventScripture: Isaiah 9:6The emphasis upon Divine love is a universal image of promise for the season of lights. With a memorable melody this graceful anthem weaves a spell of beauty makingit ideal for the candle lighting moment in your Advent service. A very achievable accompaniment gently supports the voices while adding a tasteful adornment to the spirit of the piece. Includes cello part.

From the cheers of Palm Sunday crowds to the first light of Easter morning this new 20-minute Easter musical presents the Easter message simply yet powerfully. Incorporating favorite praise songs (Open the Eyes of My Heart As the Deer Great Is the Lord) with Easter hymns and new songs woven together with compelling narrative this musical is highly singable and worshipful.Available separately: SATB ChoirTrax CD Instrumental Pak (Full Orchestra) Preview CD CD 10-Pak and Preview Pak (1 book and 1 Preview CD).

Here's a truly unique Advent anthem. Although upbeat it contains a quiet intensity underscored with optional string bass and triangle. The (optional) a cappella sections offer variety while the dynamic contrasts are exciting. Available: SATB.