SKU: HL.35027292
UPC: 884088497866. 5.25x7.5 inches. By Joseph M. Martin.
It was into the shadows and winter of this world that Christ came to bring us the light and warmth of his salvation. The new cantata, Winter's Grace , from renowned composer Joseph M. Martin celebrates this great light and washes the sanctuary with the message of hope, peace, joy and love using a program of candles, scriptures, prayers and music. The incorporation of familiar carols will engage the listener and ease the learning process. There is a full line of support products available to facilitate your presentation of this dramatic new work.The Digital Resource Kits contains: 1. PowerPoint Presentation (using winter images & Nativity images) 2. Rehearsal Tips 3. Choir Devotionals 4. Children's Program (Coloring Pages & Games) 5. Decoration & Performance Ideas 6. Creative Movement Videos (Watch a creative arts teams perform interpretive movement demonstrations for some of the songs) 7. Reproducible Lyric Sheets 8. Promotional Materials (poster, program, flyers) 9. Composer Bios.
SKU: HL.35032127
UPC: 888680736200. 5.0x5.0x0.147 inches. Isaiah 26:12, Job 37:6-10, John 1:9-14, Matthew 1:23, Song of Solomon 2:11.
This graceful original song for Advent is extracted from the best-selling cantata Winter's Grace. Invoking the images of winter as a spiritual metaphor, the text conveys a deep yearning spirit. Unison singing delivers the poetry of the verse with clarity before surrendering to the harmonic richness of the refrain. Precious and powerful, this anthem can also be used as a prayer response. Highly recommended! Score and Parts (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, hn 1-2, tpt 1-3, tbn 1-2, btbn/tba, timp, perc 1-2, hp, pno, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download.
SKU: PR.114422610
ISBN 9781491134351. UPC: 680160684724. 9 x 12 inches.
Combining his graceful charm with occasional surprises, Gary Schocker has added 12 more Christmas favorites to flute players’ repertoire for Christmas concerts and church services. Two duet scores are provided in the publication.The 12 DUETS OF CHRISTMAS contents are:1. Il est né, le divin enfant2. Tu scendi dalle stelle (O Bambino)3. See, Amid the Winter’s Snow4. We Three Kings5. Wexford Carol6. ‘Twas in the Moon of Wintertime7. O Come, O Come, Emmanuel8. Baloo, Lammy9. In the Bleak Midwinter10. Cand Iisus sa nascut11. Entre le bœuf et l’âne gris12. Angelus ad Virginem.
SKU: HL.35031555
UPC: 888680673888. 5.0x5.0x0.139 inches. J. Paul Williams/Joseph M. Martin. Ephesians 3:15, Isaiah 42:10, Luke 2:10-14, Psalm 96:11.
Dancing with Christmas joy, this stylish anthem from the best-selling cantata Winter's Grace is a shining addition to any holiday program or worship service. The middle section features the Somerset Carol, re-tooled with fresh words and a worship focus. Lots of unison writing makes for a crisp and clear choral experience, while a soaring soprano descant adds just the right amount of flourish, and the neo-classical orchestral treatment brings a colorful option to directors with instrumental resources. Score and Parts (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, hn 1-2, tpt 1-3, tbn 1-2, btbn/tba, timp, perc 1-2, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download.
SKU: HL.288621
UPC: 888680912567. 5.0x5.0x0.196 inches. Isaiah 1:18, Job 9:29-31, Psalm 51:6-7.
This treasured Christian song is lovingly arranged for choir with an impressionistic approach to showcase the beautiful imagery of its poetry. The text teaches that grace is like a sacred snowfall that covers the wounds of the soul with beauty and mercy. Piano and choir dance in a gentle duet, creating a winterscape of whirling snowflakes on the wind. This stunning arrangement brings back the original song with artful sincerity, delivering a needed message for the modern church. Score and Parts (perc 1-2, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download.
