Based on selected verses from Psalm 42, the music paints a vivid picture of our longing for God. Its long lines and divisi texture provide a rich support for the text. The modal quality of the music gives
Beginning set in d minor brings a pensive feel to this heart-felt prayer. The vision becomes brighter especially with the modulation to G Major before the final verse as the text speaks of heaven and
This familiar text is skillfully given a new melody by David Barton. The piano part is engaging and thoughtful and allows the words to be clearly understood. This setting is predominately unison and
Robert Lehman, an Episcopal organist and choirmaster in St. Louis, has crafted a beautiful a cappella anthem based on Psalm 133. The voices begin in imitation but gather to offer the text as one. The vocal
The refrain of “Hodie” begins this anthem and punctuates each verse changing the meter from 4/4 to 6/8 and giving a joyful, upbeat and dance-like spirit.
This work uses a text by Josiah Conder and lyrical melody as its basis. After a short organ introduction, the first verse is given over to the women's voices. The second verse is sung SATB. The vocal parts
This lyrical setting of the O Wondrous Sight text by John Mason Neale is lovely, and the piece ends in a grand manner. There are some divisi portions. Appropriate for Transfiguration and other
In the tradition of French toccatas, David Halls has written a brilliant showpiece for concert or voluntary. A contrasting central section is rich harmonically and contrasts with the flow of sixteenths in
From the fanfare opening to the solo trumpet melody, this march is a welcome addition to the repertoire. Composed for a Remebrance Sunday in November 2017, this piece speaks to the memory of all those who
For SATB chorus & organ. First printing. Contents: Why Have You Forsaken Me?; The Spirit Helps Us and Sing a New Song to God. With program and biographical notes. Commissioned by
A large anthem that can be done with additional brass, this is based on a text of Charles Wesley. White has also written a rich organ part that gives various color options. There is unison writing as well