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Uses: Communion Christian fellowshipScripture: I Corinthians 11:23-28 Matthew 26:26-20 Luke 22:17-20 Hebrews 9:13-22Joel Raney is known for the variety of his compositional style and in thisinaugural Shawnee publication he captures a perfect “vibe” for setting this lesser known spiritual. Joining it with Let Us Break Bread Together is an inspired touch and this new piece is an innovative newaddition to communion repertoire. The optional violin and cello parts really set it apart. Also available: LiteTrax Accompaniment CD.

Matt Hyzer makes his Shawnee debut with this charming collection of reflections for sanctuary pianists. These short yet musically complete arrangements can be used in a variety of worship settings and the assortment of stylesemployed makes them a fresh approach to service playing needs. From more classic traditional approaches to a gentle jazz vernacular you will find something for every taste in these short yet exceedingly-effective moments forworship. Highly Recommended!Contents: Alleluia! Sing to Jesus • Like a River Glorious • Christ Arose • For the Beauty of the Earth • Away in a Manger • Crown Him with Many Crowns • Jesus Keep Me Nearthe Cross • Go Tell It on the Mountain • Fairest Lord Jesus • Amazing Grace • It Is Well with My Soul • Do Lord • Jesus Loves Me • When Morning Gilds the Skies

Welcome back this rousing patriotic/sacred standard. One of our perennial best-sellers Battle Hymn of the Republic is now arranged for two-hand piano and is also available with an orchestration from Brant Adams that will offerexpanded performance options. A true Shawnee classic!

We are pleased to present a new SAB voicing for a modern Shawnee classic – Benjamin Harlan's incredible setting of Psalm 51:10. The choir will never sound better than when singing the rich melodic and harmonic notes of thisanthem that has become a bestseller over the years in the SATB version. Perfect for Lenten programming. Now churches of every size can enjoy this beautiful piece.

Over the many years since its publication this festival arrangement by Roy Ringwald has earned an honored place in the choral repertoire as a true Shawnee Classic.

For SATB with one piano/two hands (NEW!) Welcome back this rousing patriotic/sacred standard. One of our perennial best-sellers Battle Hymn of the Republic is available with an orchestration from Brant Adams thatwill offer expanded performance options. A true Shawnee classic! Available separately: SAB baritone solo one piano/two hands; SATB baritone solo four-hand piano; SSA mezzo-soprano solo four-hand piano; TTBB baritone solo four-hand piano; SAB baritone solo four-hand piano; SA four-hand piano Orchestration StudioTrax CD.

This warm encouragement to share the love of Christ is a perfect piece for discipleship training or for general worship needs. The guitar-like piano part lends a gentle folk element to this gem and choirs of all ages can findencouragement and joy in singing this Shawnee classic. Touching! Accompaniment/performance on Exaltation 2005 CD

Timeless Piano Arrangements of Classic Carols-Some of the greatest names in sacred piano music are celebrated in this Shawnee Select compendium making this the ?must-have? keyboard collection of classic Christmas carols. Every selection is a proven winner from thetreasury of our best-selling piano publications. Appearing for the first time in a single volume these pieces will enhance the season with magnificent music.Contents: Infant Holy (with He Is Born the Divine Christ Child)? Canon de Noel ? Ukranian Bell Carol ? Angels We Have Heard on High ? What Child Is This? ? Come Thou Long-Expected Jesus ? Rise Up Shepherd and Follow ? Joy to the World ? Children GoWhere I Send Thee ? Oh How Joyfully ? O Come O Come Emmanuel ? The Friendly Beasts ? Away in a Manger ? O Little Town of Bethlehem ? Of the Father's Love Begotten ? Lonely Midnight ?Prelude on ?Adeste Fideles.?

Don Besig's attention to each detail in his compositions has made him one of most successful composers in our catalogue. This best-selling neo-spiritual has encouraged many choirs during its successful life and we are pleased to remind directors of its joyful excellence. A variety of a cappella voicings are available for this true Shawnee classic!

Welcome arranger Thomas Brown and composer Nylea L. Butler-Moore to the Shawnee family of writers. This sizzling new jazz-based sacred choral is as terrific as it is unique. The journey of Lent and indeed all of the Christian lifeis presented in this great text as we follow Jesus through His time of temptation in the desert. All the drama of this pivotal story is here as well as a timely application for our own lives in the final verse. Great for choirs ofall ages and praise teams! This sermon in song will become a favorite of your congregation. Electric!

Uses: Lent Holy Week Good Friday Valentine's Day Scripture: Song of Solomon 2:1; Ephesians 5:2; Isaiah 35:1 This Shawnee classic is now available in SATB and SAB voicings along with a fullorchestration or StudioTrax option. Using “The Rose” as a sacred metaphor the life of Christ is told with artful poetry and music. This anthem is easily learned but hard to forget. With simple imagery a winsomemelody and singable harmonies this tender offering touches the heart with a message of divine love.

This warm encouragement to share the love of Christ is a perfect piece for discipleship training or for general worship needs. The guitar-like piano part lends a gentle folk element to this gem and choirs of all ages can findencouragement and joy in singing this Shawnee classic. Touching! Accompaniment/performance on Exaltation 2005 CD

Welcome the very talented Vicki-Tucker Courtney to our Shawnee family of writers in her meaningful adaptation of this spiritual. This singular and sensitive melody is not often set and this lovely setting will be welcome in manychoir libraries. The lavish piano accompaniment is beautifully crafted and adds greatly to the powerful spirit of this special octavo. Inspired arranging!

Uses: General revival All Saints' DayScripture: Romans 4:11 Galatians 3:9 John 14:2This medley of beloved hymns literally jumps off the page and into the heart. In her inaugural publication withShawnee Press popular composer Mary McDonald decorates a few favorite hymns with gospel joy. This is a guaranteed “AMEN special” for your choir! Also available: LiteTrax CD.

Many of the old hymns have great sometimes stunning messages. Michael Hurley feels that sometimes the “antiquated” melody and/or harmony can get in the way of these important words. He has embarked upon an ongoingproject to create fresh new music for these grand expressions of faith. He has definitely accomplished that with this arrangement! Higher Ground is lively and upbeat with exciting harmonies and catchy syncopation.“Pressing on the upward way” is no problem with this uplifting choral. The melody soars as the mood of the text climbs higher adding a great high soprano descant on the final verse “I want to scale the utmostheight and catch a gleam of glory bright!” A wonderful orchestration or accompaniment CD is available taking this spirited octavo to new heights...to Higher Ground!