Choral Choir,Choral (SATB) - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1308012

By Richard deCosta. By Richard deCosta. Arranged by Richard deCosta. A Cappella,Chamber,Classical,Opera,Romantic Period. 4 pages. Richard deCosta #897289. Published by Richard deCosta (A0.1308012).

Words by Emily Dickinson
Music by Richard deCosta

Because I could not stop for Death –
He kindly stopped for me –
The Carriage held but just Ourselves –
And Immortality.

We slowly drove – He knew no haste
And I had put away
My labor and my leisure too,
For His Civility –

We passed the School, where Children strove
At Recess – in the Ring –
We passed the Fields of Gazing Grain –
We passed the Setting Sun –

Or rather – He passed Us –
The Dews drew quivering and Chill –
For only Gossamer, my Gown –
My Tippet – only Tulle –

We paused before a House that seemed
A Swelling of the Ground –
The Roof was scarcely visible –
The Cornice – in the Ground –

Since then – 'tis Centuries – and yet
Feels shorter than the Day
I first surmised the Horses' Heads
Were toward Eternity –

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In the reclusive chambers of Emily Dickinson's 19th-century Massachusetts home, the haunting poem, 'Because I Could Not Stop for Death,' was conceived. Living much of her life in isolation, Dickinson's thoughts often ventured into the shadowlands of existence. This poem, published posthumously in 1890, offers a chilling reflection of her contemplation. The Grim Reaper, a timeless symbol, is portrayed as a carriage driver, guiding the reader through a somber journey that mirrors the ephemeral nature of life. Passing scenes of childhood innocence, maturity's labor, and the twilight of existence, it culminates in the cold embrace of the grave. Her words, etched in a gothic darkness, resonate with the uncertainties and fears of her time, transcending to speak to the eternal human condition.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.727527

Composed by Carol Troutman Wiggins. Christian,Contemporary,Religious,Sacred,Spiritual. Octavo. 11 pages. Carol Troutman Wiggins #4775015. Published by Carol Troutman Wiggins (A0.727527).

Because I Walked In His Steps                                                                                                                                                  SATB

Could you imagine walking in the places that Jesus walked . . . being baptized in the same river that He was . . . or seeing the tomb where He lay before He rose again? You would never be the same!

Excellent for the average SATB choir

Medium range for ease or all singers

Great for use as an anthem, offertory, or special programs

Chords included for additional instruments

Piano Accompaniment Track on this site.

 

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1003547

Composed by James C. Vandenburg. New Age,Sacred,Spiritual. Octavo. 16 pages. James C Vandenburg #3088313. Published by James C Vandenburg (A0.1003547).

Moving, dynamic, and dramatic! This moderate-difficulty SATB choral piece will give your choir and your audience a real 'goose-bump' experience. It follows the form of an Affirmative Prayer, opening with a meditation on the theme, Because I know that God is all there is, I know that God is all I am. and then moves into a flowing and dramatic (Broadway-esque) 3/4 section that builds the realization to an exciting climax before returning to a more meditative moment of release on the theme, I am, and so it is.

** This version is part of the collection, A New Thought for Choirs and includes a Vocals-Only version to save in printing, copying and rehearsal time. 

 

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.887674

Composed by Cat McGill. Folk. Octavo. 3 pages. Cat McGill #3508915. Published by Cat McGill (A0.887674).

If you've heard a military band you may find this melody familiar, as it's a very popular traditional tune. As part of the 'Songs of Life and Love' project in 2017/18, Cat McGill found the original lyrics to the tune I'm Ninety Five in the archives of the Bodleian Library, Oxford, and adapted them and arranged for community choir.

This is a cheerful, rebellious song with a feminist theme! There is NO MINIMUM ORDER quantity on this arrangement, because I arrange all my songs to be taught by ear. .

Choral Choir,Choral (SATB) - Level 1 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1346787

By Foster Music Group. By Billy Causey. Arranged by Marty Parks. Christian,Christmas,Religious. 7 pages. Foster Music Group #931571. Published by Foster Music Group (A0.1346787).

A touching original song by Billy Causey.

Choral Choir,Choral (SATB) - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1347212

Composed by Billy Causey. Arranged by Marty Parks. Christian,Religious. 11 pages. Foster Music Group #932012. Published by Foster Music Group (A0.1347212).

Arranged by Marty Parks.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.701457

Composed by Kevin G. Pace, Kathryn W. Hales. Christian,Praise & Worship,Sacred. Octavo. 3 pages. Kevin G. Pace #3125371. Published by Kevin G. Pace (A0.701457).

An original hymn with text by Kathryn Hales below.
YouTube video: https://youtu.be/w68JlvntMjc

I did not see the vision,

Nor dream a prophet’s dream,

I only saw the barren desert

Stretch forth upon the scene.

 

I was not there when Brigham’s cane

Touched the virgin ground

Naming the spot the Lord had shown

Where a temple would be found.

 

I did not hear the Lord’s own voice

As over ocean waves I tossed,

Nor spared the death of loved ones dear

As the vast plains I crossed.

 

I only felt the Holy Spirit

Telling me the work was true,

So I obeyed the prophetic words

Until my trek was through.

 

I helped dig the rocky soil

Before the foundation was laid

Then with shovel filled the gaping hole

Before Johnston’s army stayed.

 

I did not see the temple’s spires

I only saw the walls,

I only shaped the granite stones

With hammer, chisel, maul.

 

I coaxed oxen through the mud

To move stones down a mountain side,

I watched our leaders grow old in years,

No temple finished before they died.

 

Now soon I too will join them

Though I’ve labored oh so long,

I’ll not see the rising spires

Or sing praises in Hosanna song.

 

I’m just a common earthly man,

A laborer in a cause so great,

To generations yet unborn,

I’m not one you’ll appreciate.

 

Through the years I’ve toiled and sweat,

Shared blood and grief and tears,

Obeyed the prophet’s call to serve

Listened in faith, not fear.

 

Please do not take for granted

As you walk through these carved doors,

Or hear the echo of carpenters

From stairs or roof or floors

 

The love and work that went into

Many years of toil and prayer,

Feel our spirits in the halls

As you enter there.

 

Though the structure’s end I’ll not see,

To others who this path may trod,

Go forth with diligence and faith

Till we finish the work of God.

Choral Choir,Choral (SATB) - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.818367

By Stephen R Dalrymple. By Stephen R Dalrymple. Arranged by Stephen R Dalrymple (Dalrymple Designs). Sacred. 23 pages. Stephen R Dalrymple #6669317. Published by Stephen R Dalrymple (A0.818367).

The Claims of the Son 8: I Am the Resurrection and the Life

♫ original song for SATB choir and piano by Stephen R Dalrymple

♫ based on John 11

♫ This collection of songs focuses on the Claims of Jesus Christ based on the “I Am’s of the Gospel of John. 

♫ “I Am the Resurrection and the Life� was Jesus’ claim to Martha, immediately before He raised Lazarus from the dead. 

♫ Jesus makes it clear here that those who put their trust in Jesus Christ will be raised from the dead in the last judgment. Those who are alive will enter the Kingdom era with transformed bodies that cannot die. 

♫ Raising Lazarus from the dead was so threatening to the religious establishment that it caused the chief priest to plot the deaths of both Jesus and Lazarus.

♫ music © 1999, 2022 Stephen R Dalrymple

♫ recording ℗ 2022 Stephen R Dalrymple

♫ presentation © 2024 Stephen R Dalrymple

♫ sequenced by the composer

♫ This.pdf file includes 1) full score 2) SATB choir parts on 2 staves 3) full score for 10 inch tablet. (Tell your computer which pages you want to print. There are programs online that will allow you to split pdf files so that you can choose the correct part of the pdf for your tablet.)

♫ YouTube Channel: @Dalrymple Designs.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Digital Download

SKU: A0.777014

By Matisyahu. By Ari Levine, Matthew Miller, Peter Gene Hernandez, and Philip Lawrence. Arranged by Jon Arterton. Contemporary. Octavo. 9 pages. Jon Arterton #4755115. Published by Jon Arterton (A0.777014).

This powerful song has been made universally popular by Matisyahu. It’s about hope for a better world. The arranger says “I’ve got about seventy arrangements available online and this one song has outsold all of my other arrangements COMBINED.� There’s a reason for that – it’s an amazing song that is a perfect concert closer. Its melody causes instant earworms to all who hear it.
Sometimes I lay under the moon and I thank God I'm breathin'. Then I pray don't take me soon 'cause I am here for a reason. Sometimes in my tears I drown, but I never let it get me down. So when negativity surrounds,  I know someday it'll all turn around because All my life I been waitin' for, I been prayin' for, for the people to say; That we don't want to fight no more. They'll be no more wars, and our children will play. One day. One day.

Choral Choir,Choral (SATB) - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1379122

Composed by Kevin G. Pace (ASCAP), Mary Ann W. Snowball. Christian,Praise & Worship,Religious,Sacred,Spiritual. 3 pages. Kevin G. Pace #963800. Published by Kevin G. Pace (A0.1379122).

A dramatic, beautiful, sacred hymn with music by Kevin G. Pace and text by Mary Ann W. Snowball.

Text:
Behold, I Am the Light

“Behold, I am the light; I have set an example for you.� (3 Nephi 18:16)

Storms of darkness may descend like a winter sky.
Clouds of gloom may dominate; sun may be disguised.
Walking step by step with Me through mortality
Lessens shadows flawlessly; trusting is my plea:

Behold, I am the Light . . . a light that has no end.
I will lend my power; I will be thy Friend.
I can brighten ev’ry path like a blazing torch.
I can lighten loads because Father is my source.

Behold, I am God’s Light; His love shines through Me.
Never to be darkened, feel this love and see.
I will faithful be . . . trust Me perfectly.

Days of trial might seem long like the darkest night.
Tests of patience may endure ev’n in Father’s sight.
Trusting in each morning sun is a blessed choice,
for bright truth will ever shine. Hear my faithful voice:

Behold, I am the Light . . . a light that has no end.
I will lend my power; I will be thy Friend.
I can brighten ev’ry path like a blazing torch.
I can lighten loads because Father is my source.

Behold, I am God’s Light; His love shines through Me.
Never to be darkened, feel this love and see.
God’s light shines through Me, shining endlessly.