Uses: General Thanksgiving Scripture: Jeremiah 10:12-13; Psalm 104 There is immediacy to the music of this euphoric song of praise and thanksgiving. All of creation has a voice and lifts its praise to the Creator and we must jointhe song. Simple two-part writing enhances the sound.

A great way to introduce the classical style to smaller ensembles! Hal Hopson has married two wonderful melodies to form an original anthem. Borrowing from the chorus of “The Heavens Are Telling” from Haydn'sCreation and the nineteenth-century hymn tune “Sagina ” Hopson has penned a spirited song of praise for the Creator proclaimed by creation itself. Arranged for two-part mixed voices with an accessible keyboardaccompaniment “The Spacious Firmament on High” can be learned with a minimal amount of rehearsal and is the perfect choice for summer vacation or “emergency” Sundays when the choir loft may not be full. Amust for every choral library for times when an anthem of praise and thanksgiving is needed any time of the year.

Uses: General ThanksgivingScripture: James 1:17; Philippians 4:7Appropriate for older elementary youth or adult choirs this poignant anthem reminds us to stop and recognize the simple blessings oflife. In so doing we can “capture a glimpse of God's face.” Optional parts for violin and congregation enhance the song's stirring melody and lush harmonies. Available separately: Unison 2-Part Mixed CelebrationTraxCD. Duration: ca. 3:34