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Hal Leonard Corporation

This modern, expressive treatment of a classic text paints a vivid portrait of Christ's sacrifice on the cross. Deeply moving harmonic moments mingle with engaging praise style affirmations and piano and instrumental figurations to create a richly emotional sacred song.

The Old Rugged Cross

SATB Octavo

GIA Publications

Blending the Southern Harmony tune WONDROUS LOVE with the tune I BIND MY HEART, this mystical and haunting anthem is perfect for the Lenten season or Good Friday. Sing it either a cappella (optional piano reduction) or with instrumentation for flute, oboe, and cello.

Binding, Wondrous Love

MorningStar Music Publishers

The much-loved early American song by William Billings is arranged here for SATB or TTBB voices and is appropriate for church and community choirs. This arrangement captures much of the early American feel yet incorporates a modern accompaniment with optional handbells that use the singing bell technique on the final verse.

When Jesus Wept

Beckenhorst Press

No one could presume to know Christ's thoughts as he awaited the suffering just hours before he was crucified. This anthem combines scriptures from the Psalms and the New Testament into a first-person account of what Jesus' thoughts might have been. With masterfully composed music, instrumental textures and an aura of deep sadness, the resulting anthem is a penetrating look at the Good Shepherd during his moments of deepest agony.

Forsaken

Hope Publishing Company

Especially meaningful during the days of Holy Week, the text relates to our Lord praying in the garden of Gethsemane, and weaves around the tree theme found in many scriptures about the cross. The original accompaniment is for piano, plus optional flute, oboe, French horn and cello and perfectly captures the somber mood.

When You Prayed Beneath the Trees

Medallion Music

This timeless spiritual paints a vivid picture of the solemn events of Jesus' death. With thoughtful key changes throughout, each verse is fresh and approached with creative expertise. A majestic climax on the final verse leads into a meditative closing that will abide with your congregation.

Were You There?

Expressive and elegant, this chorale prelude rendition of the well-known hymn pairs beautiful vocal lines with counterpoint in the piano. The vocal simplicity of the hymn tune is retained, and a stunning, refined accompaniment has been added.

Lead Me to Calvary

This important song from Twila Paris will be very effective throughout Lent and especially appropriate on Good Friday. "Your gift of love they crucified, they laughed and scorned him as he died, the humble King they named a fraud, and sacrificed the Lamb of God."

Lamb of God

Theodore Presser Co

Effective, simple part-writing and exceptional use of dynamics have made this piece an icon of sacred choral literature. There is just no better way to express the meaning of the cross, particularly during Lent or Good Friday services.

When I Survey the Wondrous Cross

A time-honored text is paired with emotionally rich new music in this expressive anthem. This setting beautifully conveys the awe, sorrow, gratitude, and wonder at the sacrificial love of Christ displayed in His crucifixion, inviting listeners into a profound moment of reflection.

My Lord, My Love, Is Crucified

Jubilate Music Group

Observe and remember Good Friday with this moving anthem that captures its somber mood. Blending new words and music with classic Lenten themes, this selection paints a vivid picture of Christ's sacrifice. The scripture passage Isaiah 53:3-7 forms the basis for the moving text.

Song of Golgotha

Celebrating Grace, Inc

This hymn reminds us of the great sacrifice of Christ upon the cross. The text, filled with imagery, is carried along by the minor melody. The sensitive arranging thoughtfully conveys the important message of the text. The optional cello part is sold separately.

Stricken, Smitten, and Afflicted

The captivating lyrics of the 17th-century PASSION CHORALE still resonate today as we reflect on the somber final moments prior to Jesus' death. Paired in this setting are the minor tonalities of the tune PROMISED LAND along with an original refrain, effectively conveying the depth of emotion through word and song. Enhanced by a rich piano accompaniment, the simplicity and familiarity make this an easily mastered anthem for Holy Week for choirs of any size.

O Sacred Head

Shawnee Press

This anthem creatively combines two beloved hymns and represents a touching tribute to the Savior's redeeming work on the cross. The scene is set with the haunting sounds of What Wondrous Love is This, while the vocal lines concentrate on the Passion Chorale. Truly an extraordinary offering for Holy Week!

O Sacred, Wondrous Love

This deeply emotional anthem captures the last moments of the life of Christ. The bleak soundscape sighs with sorrowful passion as dark harmonies gather to share the Lord's final breaths. Ideal for a Good Friday service or a candlelight communion gathering during Holy Week.

This setting integrates Hassler's PASSION CHORALE tune with new music and text. It is a very appropriate choice for the Lenten season or Good Friday services. The addition of a poignant solo violin supports the solemn vocal writing and words depicting Christ's death on the cross.

Behold, the Cross of Christ

SAB Octavo

This version of the great spiritual is rich in text painting and digs deeply into the emotions portrayed in the words. The arrangement begins effectively with the sound of the hammer in the low piano part. Moving from E-flat to E-flat minor for the second verse adds a brooding timbre. Subsequent verses build in intensity with an independent piano part, then the arrangement ends subdued with echoes of the hammer. A haunting choice for Good Friday and the Lenten season.

Were You There

G. Schirmer, Inc.

Stainer's enduring work is possibly the most sublime musical expression of a beloved text from the Gospel of John. It is a stellar anthem that deserves a place in every church's choral library. An excellent choice throughout the year and particularly for Good Friday services.

God So Loved the World

Lorenz Corporation

This anthem, extracted from the best-selling cantata A Festival of Hymns, is not to be missed. Opening simply with a quiet solo, the music gradually builds until the final measures practically explode in a grand gesture of praise and commitment. Rich choral textures and an artistically conceived piano accompaniment make this anthem the perfect choice to open or close that special Lenten or Holy Week service.

This arrangement of the classic contemporary hymn receives a beautiful setting that showcases Mark Hayes' skill in writing for voices and piano. Suitable for Lent, Holy Week, and anytime we need a reminder of the price Christ paid for our salvation.

How Deep the Father's Love for Us

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