Joseph M. Martin: It Is Good to Praise the Lord: SATB: Vocal Score

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Uses: General Call To Worship YouthScripture: Psalm 147:1; Psalm 92A splendid anthem for the traditional/transitional church! Hovering between a classic choral and a contemporary praise song thispiece appeals to many demographics. There is a vigorous rhythmic force propelling this praise-worthy number in the unrelenting syncopations and eighth note subdivisions. The contrasting lyricism of the middle section is a lovelyoasis between the driving patterns of the main theme.

Uses: General Call To Worship ConcertScripture: Psalm 100; Exodus 25:8; Habakkuk 2A driving psalm of praise with brass and percussion punctuates this mixed meter “tour de force” with afestive sensibility that energizes any worship gatherings. Some counterpoint interacts with richly harmonized choral styled writing for a good balance of compositional elements. Incorporating God Himself Is With Us thisanthem provides a lofty call to worship for choirs of distinction.

Uses: Christ the King General Call to Worship Youth Choir Scripture: Philippians 4:4 Psalm 24 Isaiah 45:23 I Corinthians 15:24-28 Driving forward with confidence this festive anthem affirms the voice of praise in worship. With a joyful syncopated theme and a rhythmic piano part the anthem suggests a contemporary vernacular and yet there are traditional choral elements that make this a great cross-over piece. A multi-generational option and a classic hymn quotation complete the package. Something old and something new for every choir!

Uses: General ThanksgivingScripture: II Corinthians 2:14 I Chronicles 16:8 Psalm 9:1 Psalm 50:23; Psalm 57:9-11At the sounds of Now Thank We All Our God and the composer's new melody thisanthem gives choirs an opportunity to musically celebrate something old and something new. The praiseworthy text is good for many occasions and the anthem can begin in two places for short or longer presentations. Richorchestrations and a full accompaniment track add to the options that directors can consider. Also available: Full Orchestration and StudioTrax CD.