SKU: WD.080689583360
UPC: 080689583360.
For music ministers looking for an Easter musical that is strong on content and excitement yet easy to rehearse and perform, Jesus Is Alive! is your answer. Created by Dale Mathews and including such beloved classics as Celebrate Jesus, He's Alive and Gerald Crabb's The Cross, this accessible musical features dynamic original arrangements by Russell Mauldin, Gary Rhodes, Robert Sterling and Lari Goss, expertly revoiced by Allan Douglas and Sarah Huffman for unison choir with occasional two-part singing and no solos. At less than 30 minutes in length, Jesus Is Alive! is an ideal addition to your Easter morning service, allowing ample time for additional celebratory observances and a sermon. Deborah Craig-Claar has provided a sensitive Scripture-based narration for a single narrator that beautifully weaves together the themes of Jesus' redemptive sacrifice and His victory over death. Let Jesus Is Alive! declare the eternal truth to your church this Easter: Jesus is alive - today and forevermore!
SKU: OU.9780193410794
ISBN 9780193410794. 12 x 8 inches.
For SATB (with divisions) and organ This joyful setting of Psalm 98 is a bright and celebratory anthem of praise. The intricate organ writing offsets emphatic statements from the choir full of melodic and harmonic interest while grounded in assertive homorhythm.
SKU: GI.WW1842
UPC: 785147028963. IsiZulu. Text Source: Traditional isiZulu.
Bonk'apaphable is a tremendously fun arrangement by South African musicicians Michael Barrett and Mbuso Ndlovu. This celebratory isiZulu song is a quick learn that will pay dividends for audiences and choirs! Add percussion, clapping, and ululations to make the most of this work.
SKU: LO.99-3595L
UPC: 000308144079.
Even Jesus’ closest friends doubted His promise: In three days I will rise again. However, Christ triumphed over death, and through His resurrection, those who follow Him have a new and Living Hope. This cornerstone of our faith serves as the foundation for Tom Fettke and Thomas Grassi’s impassioned extended work for Easter. Distinguished by its use of nineteenth–century American hymnody, Shaker melodies, and spirituals, this celebratory cantata also includes the option for three soloists and six narrations for one or more readers. Michael Lawrence’s powerful orchestration adds to the brilliance of this hope–filled work that is sure to engage your choir and congregation in celebration of the risen Christ!
SKU: AP.48320
UPC: 038081551432. English. Traditional English Carol.
Here's a wildly inventive reimagining of the traditional English carol that will be a highlight on holiday concerts. The dazzling piano introduction ushers in a rush of crystal-clear chords in bright contemporary harmony, while frequent shifts of meter and style conjure an assortment of moods, from celebratory to reflective. A stunning concert setting that is worth the extra rehearsal.
SKU: OU.9780193565814
ISBN 9780193565814. Other inches.
For SATB and piano or small ensemble A collaboration with poet Charles Bennett, this celebratory work explores all that we can learn from the natural world. The work may be accompanied by piano, playing from the vocal score, or a small ensemble of flute, oboe, clarinet in A, horn in F, timpani, and organ, using the materials available separately.
SKU: WD.080689587092
UPC: 080689587092.
Imagine that you've been endlessly awaiting your prophesized Lord and King to come and deliver your people from the sins of the world. Now, imagine that you finally hear the glorious whispers of His coming! What joyful, wonderful news! This soulful, gospel interpretation from Steve W. Mauldin creates a hand-clapping, celebratory environment for joyous worship!
SKU: HL.8301861
UPC: 884088328696. 6.25x5.75 inches.
Now available for SATB and with a full orchestra accompaniment, this energetic and descriptive work will create a vivid and celebratory atmosphere in performance.
SKU: OU.9780193410817
ISBN 9780193410817. 10 x 7 inches.
For SATB double choir unaccompanied This celebratory anthem for double choir is set to the words of the Roman lyric poet Horace. Jackson combines declamatory unison passages for full choir with more lyrical polyphonic phrases shared between the voices, which are sometimes accompanied by repeated figures in free time. A powerful and joyous piece.
About Oxford New Horizons
New Horizons showcases the wealth of exciting, innovative, and occasionally challenging choral music being written today. It encompasses the whole gamut of small-scale choral genres, both secular and sacred, and includes pieces for upper-voice and mixed choirs. With titles by some of the most accomplished choral composers active in Great Britain and abroad, the series introduces new repertoire and fresh talent to a broad spectrum of choirs. New Horizons features composers with growing reputations for quality composition reflecting a strong individual voice. The series is continually expanding and should be the first place to look for attractive and performable contemporary choral music.
SKU: OU.9780193378346
ISBN 9780193378346. 12 x 8 inches.
For SSAATTBB and organ This poignant anthem was originally composed to be sung at a funeral. It is a beautifully composed work, sufficiently sombre for such an occasion, but with a celebratory element which is uplifting and comforting.
SKU: WD.080689278082
UPC: 080689278082.
SKU: WD.080689504778
UPC: 080689504778.
For many of us, Christmas is a time of joy and celebration, a time to be spent with family and friends...a festive, happy time. But for others, the same holiday season only serves to underscore the loneliness,pain, and hopelessness of their own lives.In our story, Susanna King's bright spirit and love for life overrides her circumstances; you see, Susanna has been recently diagnosed with cancer. But in spite of bad news and challenging times, she lives with the joy of Christmas in her heart.This is an emotion-filled story, rich with heart. It comes alive with great new songs that are sometimes powerful, sometimes celebratory, sometimes poignant; sometimes happy, sometimes sad; songs that propel the story along while speaking to our hearts with the love language of God's Christmas story...the birth of our Savior, Jesus.Designed to bring your music and drama ministries together, Shepherds and Kings proclaims a strong, vibrant message about the power of love--our love for one another, our love for God, and most importantly, God's desire that ALL would come to know of His great love for us. Share the hope and good news of Christmas with your church and community this year, through your presentation of Shepherds and Kings.Song Titles: Christmas All Over the World (Opener) * Underscore 1 (Susanna Arrives) * Underscore 2 (Mattiello's) * We All Need Christmas * Hopes and Fears (Duet) * Mercy for Me * Everlasting Light * Underscore 3 (Accusations) * Prince of Peace * Underscore 4 (Realization) * Winter White * Shepherds and Kings * Christmas Makes Us One (with We All Need Christmas; Christmas Makes Us One; O Come, All Ye Faithful and Shepherds and Kings).
SKU: LO.99-3413L
UPC: 000308142167.
Accessible enough for the beginning of the church year and full of celebratory spirit that will have you returning to it again and again, this joyous anthem of praise also offers options for your children’s choir and handbell ringers to join in the celebration.
SKU: LO.30-2526L
UPC: 000308123999.
Mary McDonald showcases her gift for writing beautiful gospel-style arrangements in this anthem that incorporates the hymn Angel Band. Exciting syncopation permeates the broad choral scoring as this piece builds from beginning to end. The optional instrumental ensemble will add to the celebratory mood of this anthem, which is sure to have your feet tapping. Instrumentation: Score and Parts for 2 Tpt., 2 Tbn., El. Gtr., El. Bass, Drum Set, Kybd.
SKU: LO.99-2582H
UPC: 000308125498.
Transcribed from an original field recording of the Bambuti tribe of the Ituri Rainforest in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Africa, this celebratory arrangement features a fascinating harmonic palette and unique rhythmic groove. The lyrics are in both Lingala and English. A pronunciation guide is included and all the instrumental parts are available as a free download. A multicultural, creative-programming winner!
SKU: LO.99-4004L
UPC: 000308154436.
Split-track Accompaniment CD for 65/2098L This celebratory work from Marty Parks is filled with festive interpretations of classic carols and worshipful original songs that highlight the beauty of the Christmas story. Arranged with practicality in mind, it is sure to make choirs of all sizes and skill levels sound their best. The choral voicings are rich and full while the vocal ranges maintain an accessibility throughout. The orchestration, also written by Marty, beautifully complements the choral writing. From the anticipatory, joy-filled opener, O Come, Emmanuel!, to the exciting finale that combines O Come, All Ye Faithful and Son of the Father’s Love, this incredible selection is filled with the sounds and spirit of Christmas!
SKU: WD.080689495236
UPC: 080689495236.
Let bright, energetic praise fill the air with this lively 6/8 arrangement by Daniel Semsen, from adult dramatic Christmas musical Shepherds and Kings. From shoppers and carolers, lighting the lights and decking the halls, to the magical wonder in the eyes of every boy and girl...Christmas cheer is all around! This year, join and sing of Christmas with believers all around the world with this celebratory anthem!
SKU: LO.99-2263H
UPC: 000308119749.
From its majestic, fanfare-like opening, to the exciting meter changes, this electrifying original holds your interest every rhythmic step of the way. The hand claps add to the festive feel, and the celebratory text is in both English and Latin.
