Joseph M. Martin David Angerman: You Are My Peace: Mixed Choir a Cappella: Vocal

Easily learned contemporary ballad; lovely flowing accompanimentPrayerful in both music and text this ballad from Joseph Martin and David Angerman is accessible to any size ensemble. “Write Upon My Heart”expresses our desire to be an open book a blank page or canvas for God to use to create a new masterpiece. Appropriate for many occasions where genuine commitment of self is the theme.

The celebrated and beloved words of Psalm 121 are given a unique treatment by David Angerman and Joseph Martin. Alive with syncopations and set in a light jazz style I Will Lift My Eyes unto the Hills is a fresh approach to theaffirming qualities of this psalm of assurance. Delightful.

Wow! This is a must-have anthem for every choral library. Joseph Martin provides two great texts – one for Easter and one for general worship – both of which are brimming with dazzling imagery and unbounded joy. Thelilting dance-like accompaniment moves the piece along so deftly that the song seems to end too soon. “A Resurrection Acclamation” is a thrill for both choir and congregation.

Wow! This is a must-have anthem for every choral library. Joseph Martin provides two great texts – one for Easter and one for general worship – both of which are brimming with dazzling imagery and unbounded joy. Thelilting dance-like accompaniment moves the piece along so deftly that the song seems to end too soon. “A Resurrection Acclamation” is a thrill for both choir and congregation.

Uses: General Pentecost ReformationScripture: I Peter 2:5; John 14:1-4; I Samuel 17:40Powerful challenges leap from the pages of this festival type piece featuring a significant organ accompanimentand a memorable melodic main theme. The poetic connection between the stones of our physical church buildings the living stones or people of the church the stones David used to slay Goliath and even the resurrection stone ofChrist is a singular yet effective sermon in song. A significant ending crowns the work with confidence and conviction. Available separately: SATB Orchestration CD-rom (Score & parts for Trumpet 1&2 Trombone 1&2). Duration: ca.3:26.

Kuimba Sifa Kwa Mungu-This unique offering uses images of creation to describe the eternal qualities of God. Inspired by African folk idioms the call and response form along with native percussion completes the package making this a truly unforgettable worship offering. May be sung a cappella if desired. Parts for Bass and Percussion available as a digital download.

Uses: GeneralScripture: Proverbs 3:9; Colossians 3:23-24Here is a welcome upbeat song of dedication and commitment. Inspiring young people to be their personal best for Christ is a message that isalways needful. The music works well as a unison anthem for developing choirs but adding the two-part element will add another level of musical excitement. Encourage excellence character and musicianship with this inspiringchoral!

A rhythmic upbeat anthem for Advent. This dynamic choral will energize the season of waiting for your congregation. Comfort Comfort Ye My People combines elements of a traditional carol and text with a jazzy new melody and driving accompaniment.