I Sing the Mighty Power of God

This anthem will feel immediately familiar to many listeners! Wilberg has adapted the words of a traditional hymn and set them to the melody of O little town of Bethlehem. With a lively accompaniment and spirited counter-melody the result is a sparkling and jubilant work that will suit both concerts and services of thanksgiving throughout the year.Mack WilbergMack Wilberg is the Music Director of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. He was appointed Music Director in March 2008 having served as Associate Music Director since May 1999. He is a former professor of music at Brigham Young University where he received his bachelor's degree; his master'sand doctoral degrees are from the University of Southern California. In addition to his conducting responsibilities he is active as a pianist choral clinician composer arranger and guest conductor throughout the United States and abroad. In addition to the many compositions he has written for the Mormon Tabernacle Choir his works have been performed by artists such as Renée Fleming Frederica von Stade Bryn Terfel The King's Singers and narrators Walter Cronkite and Claire Bloom. Wilberg's arrangements and compositions are performed and recorded all over the world. With their grandeur energy and craftsmanship they inspire performers and audiences everywhere.

Uses: General Thanksgiving Scripture: Jeremiah 10:12-13; Psalm 104 There is immediacy to the music of this euphoric song of praise and thanksgiving. All of creation has a voice and lifts its praise to the Creator and we must jointhe song. Simple two-part writing enhances the sound.

Keyboard Accompaniment-The title conjures up images of strength and the musical setting matches it every step of the way. The organ part is full and stately and the brass add the final complement.

Uses: General Spring Concert Creation DayScripture: Jeremiah 10:12-13The text of this anthem was written by Issac Watts in 1715 and published in a collection Divine and Moral Songs forChildren. This carefully considered arrangement allows younger voices once again to discover the wonder of this special text.

Salvation (Kentucky Harmony 1816)-Words by Isaac Watts and the hymn tune Salvation in a spirited arrangement by Milburn Price versatile and accessible for the average choir

Uses: Call to Worship General Hymn Arrangement Reformation Scripture: II Samuel 22:2 Psalm 18: 2 Daniel 4:3 This adaptation is especially designed as a congregational anthem. Part of a series of publications conceived to invigorate hymn singing this powerful arrangement is the ideal opener. The much beloved text and tune are presented with respect. Classic adornments such as a verse of free harmonization and a final verse that includes a soaring descant along with choral intros and final tags complete the package. Festive!

Uses: General Reformation Festival Church HeritageScripture: Psalm 46One of the great hymns of faith is visited with an exciting setting of power and majesty. Each verse is treated with thoughtfuloriginality using the words as a springboard for colorful and artful musical moments. Festive brass percussion and a rousing piano accompaniment complete the package making this one of the definitive arrangements of a trueclassic hymn. Available separately: SATB TTBB Brass Orchestration. Duration: ca. 4:10.