Meditation for Communion

This is a reflective and beautiful meditation which is perfect for use during communion. Arranged for SATB voices a cappella.

Using the beautiful “In Paradisum” from Fauré's “Requiem” as a foundation veteran arranger Douglas E. Wagner cleverly incorporates the hymntune “Hamburg” by Lowell Mason and the “When I Survey” text of Isaac Watts. Set in an accessible 2-Part Mixed voicing with an optional obbligato for Flute or Violin this is a great choice for Communion and the Lenten season.

Instruments: OrganTwo useful collections of quiet meditative music by some of the finest organ composers of the last 150 years

Description This collection of 50 short liturgical works by Alexandre Guilmant offers organists a practical resource of music ideally suited to church services and recitals. Organists will find here a large, varied, and colourful menu of music for sacred occasions, including offertories, preludes, postludes, marches, meditations, and music for communion services. Selected and edited by Samuel P.Warren. Songlist Absolution In E Minor Allegretto In B Allegro Moderato E Pastorale In E Allegro Non Troppo In A Minor Andante Con Moto In E-flat Andante Con Moto In F Anthems Bridal Chorus In D-flat Cantabile In F Canzona In F Minor Choral In G Communion In D Communion In E Minor Communion In G Elegy In F Minor Elevation In E Minor Elevation In F Fuga Alla Handel In F Funeral March In C Minor Grand Chorus In March Form Grand Triumphal Chorus In A Interlude In E-flat Invocation In E-flat Ite Missa Est In D Minor Madrigal In E-flat Magnificat In G March In D March In F Meditation In B Minor Melody In G Offertory In A Offertory In C Minor Offertory In D Offertory In E-flat Postlude In F Prayer In A Flat Prayer In B-flat Prelude And Fugue In E Minor Prelude In E-flat Processional March In A Scherzo Symphonique In C Strophe For The Hymn Iste Confessor Strophes For The Ascension Hymn Torchlight March In F Versets

Margaret Rizza has chosen 218 of the most beautiful hymns which are contemplative in nature and which invite us to enter more deeply into prayer. They are perfect for moments of prayer and meditation during churchservices. Choir leaders will find many are particularly fitting for use during the service of Holy Communion. Margaret Rizza has included some of the hymns for the music others for their words many for the simplicity andbeauty of both. 'But nearly all were chosen because I have heard them sung - people spontaneously expressing their love and dependence on God through music ' she explains. 'I pray that in singing these hymns you may bedrawn more deeply into prayer and to 'Be still and know that I am God' (Psalm 46:10). Joyce Huggett who has contributed the Foreword to Be Still and Know summarises its essential qualities: 'I feel certain thatcountless Christians who will use them in church services prayer and meditation groups and Christian communities will also be humming them in their hearts as they shop commute bath the baby prepare to pray or to worship - orsimply bask in God's love.'

Incorporating More Love to Thee-Uses: General Communion LentScripture: Ephesians 6:24This quiet song of worship and devotion enriches the spirit and musicianship of your group. This reflective composition is a beautiful choice fora prayer response or as a contemplative meditation. The rich harmonic language nurtures every voice part and shows them in their finest registers. Great craftsmanship and thoughtful theology! Available: SATB. Duration: ca. 4:21.

Tender and reverent; flowing accompaniment; easily learned – simple and lovely. This sung prayer from J. Paul Williams and Douglas Nolan is a promise to keep Christ always in our hearts and an expression of our hope that Hewill remain with us forever. Paul Williams's intimate text recalls the life and love of Jesus during His ministry through His resurrection and is especially appropriate for communion services. Douglas Nolan's delicate and movingmelody sets the mood for quiet meditation. Listen to this beautiful music close your eyes and “Remember.”

The New Raemoir Communion was inspired by an idyllic retreat in the Scottish countryside and echoes its tranquillity. Celtic folk and plainchant-style melodies have been woven together to create a gentle contemplative piece intended for liturgical use or meditative listening. The Communion may be sung congregationally in unison by mixed voices but also be performed in two parts by female voices.The FREE CD includes a demonstration ofevery movement and backing tracks.

Nine original organ compositions that sound impressive without being terribly difficult great for students and busy organistsIncluded in collection:1. Ceremonial March2. Festival Prelude3. Reflections4. Communion Meditation5. Fanfare And Processional6. Contemplation7. I Will Magnify The Lord8. Postlude In G Minor9. Epilogue

This is the hour is a beautiful and accessible motet for Holy Communion with a simple meditative organ accompaniment.

A Treasury of European Service Music for Organ is a generous collection of music by many of the fine organist-composers who flourished in the 18th 19th and early 20th centuries.The style is romantic and ideallysuited for Service use: the pieces are just the right length sight-readable and delightful to the ear.Richard Lloyd has edited them expertly for playing on modern instruments.Contents:Adagio by FrançoisVerhelstAdoro te by Pierre-François BoëlyAndante by Arthur de HovreAndantino by Louis AndlauerAntiphon by Georges Debat-PonsanAria by Albert H. OswaldAve Maris Stella by François BenoistBenedicamusDomino by Pierre-François BoëlyCantilène by Paul FauchetCantilène by Arthur de HovreChorale by Louis BottazzoCommunion by Louis BottazzoCommunion by Marc DelmasCommunion by Adolphe d'HulstCommunion byAlfred MarichelleCommunion by Edouard TorresCoro Religioso by Orlando A. MansfieldDeux Canons by Ludvig Mathias LindemanDeux Interludes by Eugène GigoutElégie by Domenico BellandoElégie by RobertoRemondtElégie by August WiltbergerElévation by Domenico BellandoElévation by Adolphe d'HulstElévation by Jean HuréElévation by Otto MallingElévation by Edouard TorresFughetta by Oscar DepuydtFuguein E minor by Guillaume LasceuxFugue in E minor by Jean-Nicolas MarriguesFugue in G minor by Jean-Jacques Beauvarlet-CharpentierImprovisation by Gustaf HäggImprovisation by Joseph NesveraImprovisation by AugustWiltbergerInterlude by Santiago TafallInterlude by Emile WambachInterlude in E by Amédée ReuchselInvocation by Alexandre Winkel Kyrie 'Orbis Factor' by François BenoistLarghetto by J. SurzynskiLe Carillonde Balleroy by A. ManciniMeditation by A. ManciniNoël by Alphonse MaillyNoël Lorrain by Guillaume LasceuxNorwegian Song by Peter LindemanOffertoire by Louis BottazzoOffertoire by Oscar DepuydtOffertoire