Charles Wesley wrote this joyful hymn. Its theme of the rulership of God was meant to uplift his congregation from the persecution and hardship of their lives. It is loosely based on Paul's letter to the Philippians.
The lyrics of Charles Wesley are found in almost every denominational hymnal. This anthem is scored for mixed voices with either organ or piano. Methodists might use the piece on heritage Sunday but the work would also make a fine mother's day (festival of the Christian home) anthem or for peace and justice Sunday. The lovely lyrical lines and close connection to the text are hallmarks of Dan For…
The wonderful thing about Depth of Mercy are the sentiments the music yields. The open harmonies and the mournful cello establish an attentive emotion that is profound and grateful. The Charles Wesley text sounds contemporary in this Lenten setting. Excellent for the Lenten season and communion services.
Using well-loved sources from Handel scripture and Charles Wesley arranger Patrick M. Liebergen weaves together a classically flavored Advent anthem. The SAB voicing makes it an appealing choice for the busy Christmas season.
We have come to trust that Mark Sheppard's musical settings will always be dynamic and engaging. Charles Wesley's text Jesus lover of my soul... still speaks to us today.
Three jazz hymns. These jazz arrangements of well-known hymns were written for Andrew Earis and choirs of St Martin-in-the-Fields, London for various services and BBC broadcasts from that church. The setting of Come down, O Love divine supplies some new harmonic moves to Vaughan Williams? lovely tune Down Ampney, gradually adding vocal harmony through the verses, with a short descant section in th…
The text comes from Charles Wesley of the 18th century but the music comes from 21st century England. Clothed in a garb of lofty cathedrals the music begins majesticlly. Suddenly a stunning contrast in delicate a pappella counterpoint captures our imagination saying Christ has opened Paradise. This is truly an Easter anthem with a great deal to say.
Paperback-This is an exciting and accessible anthem based on the popular hymn and set in the rhythmic metre of 7/8. The text written by Charles Wesley is suitable for services throughout the church's year.
Par GOODALL HOWARD. Love Divine is graded as 'reasonably straightforward' within the Faber New Choral Series and uses a well-loved text by Charles Wesley. Version for Upper Voices with Organ or Piano accompaniment. / Niveau : Assez Facile / Feuillet / Choeur
Harlan uses the hymn tune Hyfrdol a gentle rolling accompaniment and a choice of an anonymous Christmas text or a Charles Wesley text for Easter or general use.Easily prepared would be a good warm up piece.
Southern Harmony 1835-Scored for mixed voices keyboard and optional handbells Don McCullough sets this Charles Wesley text to the hymn tune Restoration use this work during Advent.
Masterful composer David Schwoebel sets the great master J.S. Bach's Jesu Joy Of Man's Desiring to text by master hymnodist Charles Wesley (the traditional text is included as well) transcribed for male chorus and keyboard.
Tom Fettke's setting of this gentle worship song is worshipful and awe-inspiring. Incorporating the classic Charles Wesley And Can It Be? is an inspired choice enhancing the mood of the piece. Truly creative truly honest musical worship.
Based in part on texts of Charles Wesley this festive anthem comes to us from Coventry Cathedral musician Paul Leddington Wright. True to Mr. Wright's British heritage the work is filled with bold colors and could find use in almost any celebration.
Charles Wesley's familiar and timeless text is found in this inspired new setting from Susan Naylor Callaway. The beautiful brief a cappella section moves quickly to a satisfying and broad final verse. Perfect for any time duringLent or Easter this is a simple and tender offering of sacrifice.
Par CLIFF RICHARD. Howard Goodall's setting of Love Divine for accompanied SSAA choir uses a well-loved text by Charles Wesley./ Recueil / Piano, Chant et Guitare
Testament of Praise is an inspired collection of new anthems and treasured classics based on the words of Charles Wesley. These versatile offerings can be used independently as individual anthems or with optional narrationit can be turned into a worship event that includes choir orchestra narrators and congregation. Performance time: 30 minutes.
From the best-selling cantata Testament of Praise this anthem of thanksgiving is a beautiful reminder for us to have a grateful heart. This lesser-known Charles Wesley text was originally a table blessing and his gentlepoetic imagery combined with flowing melodic music help create a choral prayer of exquisite beauty. This selection is perfect for following the pastoral prayer on Thanksgiving or a…
Charles Wesley's text which is set to a sturdy early American hymn tune by James Lucas depicts the hope to enter into the heavenly home when life is ended. The steadfast and optimistic message of this splendid arrangement makes the work appropriate for both church and concert settings. Orchestral material is available on hire.
This is a work easily accessible for small choirs. On one of Charles Wesley's most familiar texts the piece is scored for mixed voices with piano. It would make an easy put together for a summer Sunday with limited rehearsal time. For other summer Sunday suggestions go to our website.
with Jesus Lover of My Soul-Uses: General Communion Scripture: John 3:16-17; Romans 8:28-39; Ephesians 3:16-19 Kurt Kaiser's time-honored chorus is skillfully interwoven with a Charles Wesley hymn text creating a useable anthem for throughout the entire church year. Easily learned and beautiful in its simplicity this will be a must-have in your choral library.
