Romans 12

"O what are all my sufferings here compared to life above?" This Charles Wesley text is set to a sturdy tune by William Walker, compiler of shape-note books such as Southern Harmony. It celebrates our

This four-movement suite of traditional carols includes Once in Royal David's City; Sing We Now of Christmas; Still, Still, Still and Angels We Have Heard on

This sensitive setting of the spiritual KUM BAH YAH is not to be missed. In one spot the piano plays a guided improvisation over the choir singing neutral syllables. In another there is the option to sing

Recently celebrating its 50th year in print, this breathtaking choral essay is simply one of the finest choices for Advent or general services with a text based on Revelations 22. Conceived for a

The great American hymn The Lone, Wild Bird serves as the basis for this arrangement. The work begins with a plaintive alto solo and gradually builds by layering voices. Sensitive arranging and

This setting of the beloved Christmas carol alternates the traditional melody with original material that beautifully illuminates the text. From beginning to end, the silky smooth flow continues as the

A stirring text by Shirley Erena Murray speaks to God's inclusive spirit and our need to be creators of justice. With music by Tom Trenney, it is available in several different voicings, has an effective,

Commonly used as symbolism in Christian texts, river imagery inspired this pairing of It is Well (When Peace Like a River) and Shall We Gather at the River. Together they combine to

With upbeat swing rhythms and a delightful and jazzy treatment, this concertized version of the traditional English carol will be a holiday favorite!

This well-known tune is set for SATB voices and piano. The energy of the piece is supported by a strong piano part, excellent vocal writing, and restraint in divisi. With numerous settings of this text

Here is a rousing setting for a cappella chorus on the tune Invitation from the shape note collection Southern Harmony of 1835. With an alternate text for the Christmas

"Hear on the night wind Rachel weeping." So eloquent, this choral reflection on sorrow and healing is scored for voices, piano, and cello. The voices are delicately interwoven, alternating chordal with

Matthew Culloton has crafted a fresh, sensitive setting of The Holly and the Ivy for SATB divisi a cappella voices. The four stanzas flow gently through shifting tonal regions and nicely varied

Matthew 25 and the well-known Emma Lazarus text, The New Colossus, are used in this effective short piece about caring for the less fortunate. The music begins with various soloists.

This setting breathes new life into the familiar Christmas carol, giving it a contemporary flair. The setting is arranged for choir and orchestra or may be performed with piano only.