Don Besig Nancy Price: That Dixieland Sound When the Saints Go Marching: 3-Part

Here is an anthem from Don Besig and Nancy Price that affirms our willingness to be touched by God's grace and to share that grace with others. Here We Stand Lord! was written for the 100th anniversary of the FirstLutheran Church – Missouri Synod in Missoula Montana and the dedication of their new church. The text asks for God's continued love and care and promises faith trust and a willingness to serve. This contemporary ballad isperfect for any fellowship of believers looking to revitalize or rededicate themselves to the service of the Lord.

Don Besig and Nancy Price create a moving allegory as a little child witnesses the crucifixion but does not understand. He does not know Jesus but feels tremendous grief and loss at the death of this “stranger.”Scientists and philosophers have said that children frequently understand what adults cannot and “Within the Shadow of the Cross” the little boy discovers that God is there; God IS. If we as adults could onlyperceive that we are children of God and that God IS.

Don Besig and Nancy Price create a moving allegory as a little child witnesses the crucifixion but does not understand. He does not know Jesus but feels tremendous grief and loss at the death of this “stranger.”Scientists and philosophers have said that children frequently understand what adults cannot and “Within the Shadow of the Cross” the little boy discovers that God is there; God IS. If we as adults could onlyperceive that we are children of God and that God IS.

Nancy Price takes a classic sacred text and contemporizes it while adding her own creative observations about the nature of having a grateful heart. Don Besig captures the traditional/contemporary duality of this concept withmusic that is both traditional and also fresh and modern. Filled with melodic and poetic quotes this anthem that will ease learning and delight your congregants. Incorporates “We Plow the Fields and Scatter” and“We Gather Together”

A Thanksgiving classic from Don Besig and Nancy Price is now available for smaller SAB choirs. “Simple Thanks” has been a harvest time favorite for years and this new voicing makes the popular anthem even moreaccessible. Incorporating the favorite hymn “Simple Gifts ” this memorable easily learned seasonal offering is light and cheerful. A song of gratitude that will live in the hearts and minds of the listener beyond theclose of the service.

The triumph of Easter morning is heard and felt in this joyful call to resurrection praise. “Christians awake and greet the new day!...Come see the earth is reborn!” This is not just any morning – it is“This Glorious Easter Day!” Don Besig and Nancy Price have penned a memorable Easter anthem that will add sparkle and shine to your resurrection celebration. Especially suited for sunrise services this tuneful choralwill leave listeners with a joyous skip in their steps for many days to come.

Don Besig and Nancy Price have woven the traditional songs “Lonesome Valley ” and “Nobody Knows the Trouble I've Seen ” with adapted and new words into an ethereal Lent and Holy Week meditation. The useof optional flute (part provided in the octavo) enhances the airy quality of the piece. There's also an opportunity for an optional solo and a cappella portions. First telling of Jesus and his pending fate in the lonesome valley the message moves on to remind us that “nobody knows the trouble and pain like Jesus.” Finally we all have our “lonesome valleys” to walk but He will not let us walk alone. This easy-to-learn anthem willprove to be very effective.

Don Besig and Nancy Price have again penned a memorable anthem that will ring through the rafters and resonate in your hearts - Celebrate Joyfully! Energy and excitement are the rule for this festive anthem and the addition ofbrass and timpani further emphasize the triumphant mood of the piece.

An anthem written for the Sunday after Christmas with a message to carry the spirit of Christmastide throughout the year. Hope and joy are revealed in the birth of our Savior and this anthem calls the world to come and behold thatprecious miracle. A pleasant flowing melody leads the piece onward beckoning the listener to follow the warmth of a shining star to find true light. The writers have utilized the classic “In the Bleak Midwinter” andupdated it with a relevant new text which points the church toward the coming year and the spiritual journeys lying ahead. Once again Nancy Price and Don Besig provide the singing church with beautiful and useful material.“A Time for Hope A Time for Joy” is a sure statement of faith to treasure the feeling of Christmas all year long.

There is a touch of mystery in this new Price/Besig Advent offering. The bass-like piano support sets the tone early and the men soon follow with a lightly syncopated theme that is immediately engaging. So different from mostAdvent music this will be a breath of fresh air for your seasonal planning. Splendidly crafted you will find this piece easy to teach to your group.