Joseph M. Martin: The Journey of Faith: Mixed Choir a Cappella: Vocal Score

Commissioned by the Shiloh Bible Church in Bloomsburg Pennsylvania to honor Pastor Larry Hummel and his wife for more than 33 years of service Joseph Martin has written a loving and sensitive text of gratitude for those who haveguided our faith journeys over the years. This moving choral is an appropriate choice for services of appreciation for so many people whose ministries and examples have profoundly affected our lives – teachers ministers church staff musicians childcare workers ... the list goes on. For Those Who Serve is a beautifully poetic description of those who model Christ's example and a wonderful opportunity to glorify God for those dedicatedpeople in your faith community.

The Christmas story is told with fresh perspective in this collaborative cantata from Joseph Martin and Heather Sorenson. Throughout time God has touched and motivated hearts through dreams and visions. Christmas Dreams visits these moments in scripture and connects the experiences of ancient times with our modern journey of faith pointing to Christ in whose birth the hopes yearnings and dreams of all the world are fulfilled. Using traditional carols newly composed seasonal selections and thoughtful narration this rich work delivers a tapestry of sound and emotion. Share this cantata with your people and help them discover God's graceful touch in their lives! Songsinclude: Christmas Dreams Overture; Advent Dreams; The Promise and the Prayer; A New Morning of Promise; Zechariah's Song; Mary's Dream; All Through the Night; Hark! The Herald Angels Sing; The Magi's Epiphany; Christmas Dreams; A Gentle Christmas Blessing.

A Cantata Inspired by Spirituals-This major sacred work is musically inspired by traditional spirituals and tells of the ministry passion and resurrection of Jesus through familiar repurposed tunes narration and scriptures. Two endings are provided one for Holy Week and one with a jubilant Easter finale making this a versatile and inspiring work for a variety of Spring programming. From the rhythmic vitality of “Ride On King Jesus” to the languishing strains of “They Crucified My Lord ” from the stately dignity of “Give Me Jesus” to the festive joy of “Great Day ” this work delivers both ministry and artistry. Whether presented with Brant Adams'inspired orchestrations or with Piano alone you will find A Journey to Hope a unique and effective cantata experience. Songs include: 'Prelude'; 'The Call to Faith'; 'The Call to Follow'; 'Peace for the Journey'; 'Ride On King Jesus'; 'Come to the Welcome Table'; 'Gethsemane'; 'Jesus Walked to Calvary'; 'They Crucified My Lord'; 'Great Day! The Lord Is Risen!' Full orchestration: Score and Parts (fl 1-2 ob cl 1-2 bn hn 1-2 tpt 1-3 tbn 1-2 tba hp pno timp perc 1-2 vn 1-2 va vc db) available as a Printed Edition and on CD-ROM. Consort orchestration: Score and Parts (fl 1-2 cl tpt 1-2 tbn perc kybd strings) available on CD-ROM.

This anthem sings into the silence, declaring a hopeful message of faith and commitment. The music unfolds gradually in a unison theme that moves with tuneful honesty through the valleys of the Christian journey. A memorable refrain confidently delivers the promise of eternal joy. This ballad is a song for our time, affirming the power of praise.

From jubilant glorias to gentle manger lullabies this inspirational cantata celebrates the wonder and splendor of Christmas. Traditional carols and newly composed seasonal anthems blend with thoughtful narration to help create ameaningful experience for your community of faith.This thrilling cantata has a full line of companion products to support your rehearsal and performance including our unique Digital Resource Kit which brings youdevotions rehearsal tips artwork performance options and more.Includes: A Christmas Flourish; Carol of Longing; Advent Jubilation; The Coming Joy; A Call to Christmas Joy; Journey to Bethlehem; Upon a MidnightClear; The Beautiful Impossible; A Noel Proclamation.

from Footprints in the Sand-Uses: Lent Holy WeekScripture: Psalm 23:4; Proverbs 4:18; Revelation 21:24The journey of faith passes through shadowed valleys and times of challenge. By walking with Christ through the shadows ofHoly Week we discover that the road to the cross is paved with purpose and that when we walk the path of sorrows we never walk alone. Using the traditional spiritual “Lonesome Valley” as well as original material thisextraction from the best-selling cantata Footprints in the Sand is a meaningful choice for Lenten or Holy Week services.