Sanctuary Praise and Worship

Veteran church music composer/arranger and congregational worship specialist Benjamin Harlan has crafted solid arrangements of 40 favorite praise and worship songs in Sanctuary Praise and Worship. This outstanding reproducible collection is designed to be a flexible and practical resource for blended worship. A CD-ROM included in the book contains reproducible instrumental parts, lead sheets, and PowerPoint files for projection. / Choeur

From the new Sanctuary Praise and Worship Choral Series, this setting of a praise and worship modern classic is well-crafted. This anthem can be sung by choir and praise team (utilizing Alfred Music's 'Sanctuary Praise and Worship? songbook) if so desired. / Choeur Mixte (SATB)

Uses: General Call To Worship ConcertScripture: Psalm 9:1; Psalm 95:1-7; Exodus 15:1-5This regal anthem of praise is designed to create a powerful effect on the listener. When performed with theoptional brass parts this choral becomes a concert-worthy presentation for festivals or mass choirs. The anthem's joyful message endears it to the sanctuary with powerful affirmations of corporate worship and quotes from thePsalms and the admonition to “Live an Alleluia!” Excellent repertoire for choirs of distinction!

Invite a little bit of New Orleans into your sanctuary with this fun celebration of praise. Ever on the cutting edge composer Patti Drennan embraces new territory with her Dixieland-styled “It Is Good to Praise theLord.” The simple melodic line can be taught to your congregation to actively involve everyone in worship. Paul Williams' jubilant text espouses the virtues of praise and Brant Adams's idiomatic ensemble accompaniment allowsyour instrumentalists to really shine. Don't miss this unique collaboration for an unforgettable anthem presentation for your family of faith. It will bring down the house!

Today's top praise songs scored in notation and tab for easy to play fingerstyle guitar. Songs include Sanctuary As the Deer Give Thanks Lord Reign in Me Draw Me Close and many more. A companion CD is included. On the CDeach piece is played twice once as a guitar solo with accompaniment and again as a back-up track so the guitarist may practice the piece and use in a worship setting; ideal for small group or church performance.

Uses: General Stewardship World Communion Call To Worship UnityScripture: James 1:17; Psalm 113:1; Ephesians 1:3This arrangement is a great addition to the sacred ?world music?repertoire as it brings a fresh joy into the traditional sanctuary. Filled with rhythmic and melodic invention this is a splendid choice for Sundays that celebrates the diversity of the Body of Christ. Incorporating theDoxology (OLD 100th) and combining it with an African Praise Chorus was an inspired touch. Percussion part included (woodblock djembe/conga). Available separately: SATB LiteTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:59.

Uses: Eastertide Praise Team Youth Scripture: Revelation 5:12 John 1:29 From the popular Hillsong worship movement comes one of their most popular worship choruses now set for choir and orchestrated for traditional church use. This gradually building song of praise lifts our hearts to the throne of the Almighty with words of affirmation and adoration to the Lamb. It is sure to be accepted with joy by choirs of all ages as the sounds of this dynamic piece echoe through the sanctuary. Solid choral writing and a powerful accompaniment characterize this sure-fire setting.

Duets for Sanctuary Singers-Quality compilations of sacred duet materials are not easy to find. This useful “potpourri of praise” is filled with duet material for a variety of vocal combinations. Musical diversity abounds with selections for almost every season of the church year. A lushly orchestrated accompaniment CD is available to add to the singers' performance options and the beautifully crafted piano writing will make live presentations an equally expressive worship experience. From gospel hymn arrangements to more traditional choices this will be the most used collection in your cabinet. A listening CD featuring Sue Martin is also available.Songs include: Ask of Me;Declaration of Faith; He Shall Feed His Flock; Immortal Invisible; Jesus Is My Song of Grace; Just Beyond the Manger; Lullaby to a Rose; Of Tears and Sorrows; Shepherd of the Stars; Songs of the Promise; Songs of the Wayfarer;