Piano and voice (SATB chorus) - Digital Download SKU: LV.13449 Composed by B. Covert. Flags, National Emblems, Campaigns & battles, Deathbeds, Fathers & children, Military officers, Death. Lester S. Levy Collection. 4 pages. Published by Johns Hopkins University Sheridan Libraries (LV.13449). The Sword of Bunker Hill. Poetry by William Ross Wallace. Music by B. Covert. Published 1855 by Russell & Tolman, 291 Washington St. in Boston. Composition of strophic with piano and voice (satb chorus) instrumentation. Subject headings for this piece include Flags, National Emblems, Campaigns & battles, Deathbeds, Fathers & children, Military officers, Death. First line reads He lay upon his dying bed; His eye was growing dim.. About The Lester S. Levy CollectionThe Lester S. Levy Collection of Sheet Music consists of over 29,000 pieces of American popular music. Donated to Johns Hopkins University Sheridan Libraries, the collection's strength is its thorough documentation of nineteenth-century American through popular music. This sheet music has been provided by Project Gado, a San Francisco Bay Area startup whose mission is to digitize and share the world's visual history.WARNING: These titles are provided as historical documents. Language and concepts within reflect the opinions and values of the time and may be offensive to some.

Piano and voice (SATB chorus) - Digital Download SKU: LV.14202 Composed by B. Covert. Flags, National Emblems, Campaigns & battles, Deathbeds, Fathers & children, Military officers, Death. Lester S. Levy Collection. 4 pages. Published by Johns Hopkins University Sheridan Libraries (LV.14202). The Sword of Bunker Hill. Poetry by William Ross Wallace. Music by B. Covert. Published 1855 by Russell & Tolman, 291 Washington St. in Boston. Composition of strophic with piano and voice (satb chorus) instrumentation. Subject headings for this piece include Flags, National Emblems, Campaigns & battles, Deathbeds, Fathers & children, Military officers, Death. First line reads He lay upon his dying bed; His eye was growing dim.. About The Lester S. Levy CollectionThe Lester S. Levy Collection of Sheet Music consists of over 29,000 pieces of American popular music. Donated to Johns Hopkins University Sheridan Libraries, the collection's strength is its thorough documentation of nineteenth-century American through popular music. This sheet music has been provided by Project Gado, a San Francisco Bay Area startup whose mission is to digitize and share the world's visual history.WARNING: These titles are provided as historical documents. Language and concepts within reflect the opinions and values of the time and may be offensive to some.

Choral Choir,Choral,SATB Chorus divisi - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1465704 Composed by Stanley M Hoffman. Arranged by Stanley M Hoffman. 21st Century,Classical,Patriotic. 16 pages. Stanleymhoffman.com #1044314. Published by stanleymhoffman.com (A0.1465704). Based on one of only several poems written by my mother, Jewish Holocaust survivor Rita Hoffman of blessed memory (1927–2018), Only from Blood Does Freedom Grow echoes the words of Hatikvah (The Hope), the national anthem of Israel. I have to believe that she wrote this poem around 1948 because of how it is worded. I of course knew the source of inspiration for this poem when I reread it not long ago—something I had not done since the 1990s—but its having been inspired by Hatikvah was really driven home to me by a Facebook comment. That comment inspired me to compose a piece in which the opening and closing sections are based on the opening melody of Hatikvah, but in which the middle section is newly composed. “Israel was not created in order to disappear - Israel will endure and flourish. It is the child of hope and the home of the brave. It can neither be broken by adversity nor demoralized by success. It carries the shield of democracy, and it honors the sword of freedom.” —John F. KennedyMy mother’s brief memoirs are housed at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, DC.  https://collections.ushmm.org/search/catalog/irn502129—Stanley M. Hoffman, 25 June 2024—Only from Blood Does Freedom Grow For so many years a voice sounded in Jewish hearts saying,“We want to have a home, we want to have a life again.”Enough blood has already streamed through rivers,the blood shed by our brothers *[and sisters],they, who for freedom of strangers and nation died.Now, the dream we dreamt for a long time has been awakened in us.We want to ?ght for our state, our country.The moment that we have been waiting for and been praying fortwo thousand years has brought us a spark of hope.We must not despair, for we are nevertheless Jews.We must and must want to persevere.A time will come which itself will become a symbol of our tragedy,and which will remain forever in our hearts -a burning ?ame, and a joyful feast.   —Rita Hoffman (1927–2018)Words: © Copyright 1948 by The Estate of Rita Hoffman.All rights reserved. Used by permission.—Instrumentation 2 Flutes (2 Piccolos)2 Oboes2 Clarinets in Bb2 Bassoons 4 Horns in F2 Trumpets in Bb2 TrombonesTubaTam-tamTimpaniStringsDurationca. 2:30.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 5 - Digital Download SKU: A0.897054 Composed by Joy DeCoursey-Porter. Christian,Easter,Holiday,Sacred,World. Octavo. 9 pages. Joy DeCoursey-Porter #2079905. Published by Joy DeCoursey-Porter (A0.897054). A piece best suited for an accomplished HS or college choir, or one that enjoys a bit of drama. Please contact Joy DeCoursey-Porter at joyfulporter@hotmail.com with performance info. The story of King Edmund takes place in the mid 800s and remains shrouded in some mystery. Though certain details are sketchy depending on the historical source, the events depicted in the poetic text seem consistent with most sources. The text, taken from the writings of Ælfric of Eynsham and adapted by Frances E. F. Ward is as follows: The Danes came by great fleet of ship, under Hingwar, to plunder the Angles’ coast. Edmund the King will never bow in life unless first Hingwar bow to Christ, he said. He stood in hall raising no sword. Bound to the tree he called on Christ. Mad with rage, they bristled him with arrows and still with steadfast faith he called on Jesus Christ. Hingwar’s order, and the blow beheaded him; his soul departed joyfully to Christ. The grey-eyed wolf stood guardian to holiness, until head and body one. Holy Edmund revealing Christ..

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 5 - Digital Download SKU: A0.989242 Composed by Mary Ann Joyce. Christian,Concert,Jewish,Sacred,World. Octavo. 9 pages. Mary Ann Joyce-Walter #6244605. Published by Mary Ann Joyce-Walter (A0.989242). Mary Ann Joyce-Walters writes: The first two sections of In Anguish and Hope are based on verses from two terrifying Psalms; the third section is a setting of a passage from Micah. I chose to use these texts after listening to a friend of mine speak about the death of her son.I became keenly aware of her personal and genuine feelings of rage against God, which were so similar to David’s Why do You hide Your face and forget our persecution and our oppression? Christ’s My God, My God, why have you forsaken me? and Elie Wiesel’s Never shall I forget those flames which consumed my faith forever. I realized that a far more difficult question (and perhaps more deeply personal) than that of asking God to forgive us is Can we forgive God?After asking that intimate and bold question, the words of Micah recall that peace, based on justice, will come one day: you shall be at peace and unafraid.…nations shall not lift up sword against nation….you shall bear fruit in justice and peace.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.483594 By Ron Ireland. By Ron Ireland. Arranged by Gary Williams. Contemporary,Contest,Festival,Patriotic,Praise & Worship,Spiritual. Octavo. 8 pages. Ron Ireland #103136. Published by Ron Ireland (A0.483594). This is an inspiring tribute to the men and women of law enforcement, arranged for SATB choir and piano. It's perfect for church services, memorials, or law enforcement tribute days. St. Michael has long been considered the patron saint of law enforcement officers. The piece is beautiful, brief, and easily learned by professional and amateur choirs.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1270639 Composed by Kevin G. Pace (ASCAP), Mary Ann W. Snowball. Christian,Praise & Worship,Religious,Sacred,Spiritual. Octavo. 10 pages. Kevin G. Pace #863012. Published by Kevin G. Pace (A0.1270639). Dramatic, sacred choral composition.  Music by Kevin G. Pace.  Text by Mary Ann W. Snowball.Text:“I am He� was His response to evil captors there.“I am who ye seek today; let other lives be spared.�Roman soldiers, drenched in spite, voiced threat’nings very clear.Then Peter, with his sword unsheathed, removed a Roman’s ear.Jesus gently touched that ear for Malchus to be healed.‘Stead of using pow’r to live, pure mercy was His shield.Showing Father’s love for all, He walked a diff’rent pathBy granting miracles to each when met with bitter wrath.Standing in for Peter, too, pure Jesus healed this wound,Saving him from punishment and further mortal gloom.Then the captors took Him hence to die for all men’s sins,Yet, He would live triumphantly . . . the miracle is Him.“I am He� He claims to all, for Jesus is our Lord.“O, I am who ye seek today. Come closer, I implore.�“I am He; I’m called the Christ. I live so all can seeMy heav’nly pow’rs displayed with love and mercy. I am He.�.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1246776 Composed by Kevin G. Pace (ASCAP), Mary Ann W. Snowball. Christian,Praise & Worship,Religious,Sacred,Spiritual. Octavo. 3 pages. Kevin G. Pace #841407. Published by Kevin G. Pace (A0.1246776). A dramatic, sacred hymn with music by Kevin G. Pace and text by Mary Ann W. Snowball.Text:“I am He� was His response to evil captors there.“I am who ye seek today; let other lives be spared.�Roman soldiers, drenched in spite, voiced threat’nings very clear.Then Peter, with his sword unsheathed, removed a Roman’s ear.Jesus gently touched that ear for Malchus to be healed.‘Stead of using pow’r to live, pure mercy was His shield.Showing Father’s love for all, He walked a diff’rent pathBy granting miracles to each when met with bitter wrath.Standing in for Peter, too, pure Jesus healed this wound,Saving him from punishment and further mortal gloom.Then the captors took Him hence to die for all men’s sins,Yet, He would live triumphantly . . . the miracle is Him.“I am He� He claims to all, for Jesus is our Lord.“O, I am who ye seek today. Come closer, I implore.�“I am He; I’m called the Christ. I live so all can seeMy heav’nly pow’rs displayed with love and mercy. I am He.�.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.500510 By Rodrigo Lopes. By Music: Rodrigo Lopes / Lyrics: Alê Freitas. A Cappella,Contemporary,New Age. Octavo. 2 pages. Rodrigo Lopes #113678. Published by Rodrigo Lopes (A0.500510). This piece is written for SATB about a short text in portuguese language that talks about the grammatical use of the backsword and how it changes the meaning of the words.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.974553 Composed by 1543), ERHALT UNS, and HERR (J. Klug. Arranged by Lowell Prescott. Christian,Sacred. Octavo. 4 pages. LHPMusic #6234639. Published by LHPMusic (A0.974553). This familiar 16th century melody is presented in a modern, spare, and meditative setting. It is available for SATB, SSAA, or TTBB voicings (all included with this octavo), and features a modern update on the text, as well as including Martin Luther's original version in its familiar translation as an alternate.Tune: ERHALT UNS, HERR (J. Klug, 1543), arr. Lowell PrescottModern text adaptation (by Lowell Prescott): God, keep us steadfast in your Word;Curb those who by deceit or swordWould draw the people from your waysAnd seize your name in empty praise. O, Jesus Christ, our strife release,For you are Justice, Truth and Peace;Renew your church that we may liveTo love and welcome and forgive. O Comforter of priceless worth,Send peace and unity on earth;Support us in our days of strifeAnd lead us out of fear to Life. Original text (included, by Martin Luther, 1483-1546; tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1829-1878): Lord, keep us steadfast in your Word;Curb those who by deceit or swordWould wrest the kingdom from your SonAnd bring to nought all he has done. Lord Jesus Christ, your pow'r make known,For you are Lord of lords alone;Defend your holy Church, that weMay sing your praise triumphantly. O Comforter of priceless worth,Send peace and unity on earth;Support us in our final strifeAnd lead us out of death to life.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1194167 By Dave Froman. By Dave Froman. Chamber,Classical,Contemporary. Octavo. 12 pages. Dave Froman #793589. Published by Dave Froman (A0.1194167). 2021. SATB, piano, and violin / 4:30The beautiful and haunting poem Fire and Sleet and Candlelight laments a wasted life. This original piece is reminiscent of the choral standards “Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child� and “Wayfaring Stranger,� evoking what I can hope are similar thrilling feelings of angst and terror for singer, conductor, and listener.  Text by poet Elinor Wylie (1885-1928), born in Somerville, New Jersey. Please reach out if you would like to premiere this piece.  davefroman@gmail.com.Text:For this you’ve striven    Daring, to fail:Your sky is riven    Like a tearing veil.For this, you’ve wasted    Wings of your youth;Divined, and tasted    Bitter springs of truth.From sand unslakèd    Twisted strong cords,And wandered naked    Among trysted swords.There’s a word unspoken,    A knot untied.Whatever is broken    The earth may hide.The road was jagged    Over sharp stones:Your body’s too ragged    To cover your bones.The wind scatters    Tears upon dust;Your soul’s in tatters    Where the spears thrust.Your race is ended—    See, it is run:Nothing is mended    Under the sun. Straight as an arrow    You fall to a sleepNot too narrow    And not too deep.

Choral Choir (SATB divisi) - Level 5 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1253228 Composed by Nicholas White. 21st Century,Classical,Sacred. Octavo. 12 pages. Nicholas White Music #846862. Published by Nicholas White Music (A0.1253228). A choral setting of the ancient vesper hymn for choir and organ, composed for the choir of St. John Cantius Parish, Chicago, and dedicated to the memory of Gordon McMillan. This was recorded on Saturday, June 29, 2019, in the glorious surroundings of St. John Cantius, and was premiered at Mass on Sunday, June 30, 2019.Decóra lux æternitátis, áureamDiem beátis irrigávit ígnibus,Apostolórum quæ corónat Príncipes,Reísque in astra líberam pandit viam.Mundi Magíster atque cæli Iánitor,Romæ paréntes arbitríque géntium,Per énsis ille, hic per crucis victor necem,Vitæsenátum laureáti póssident.O Roma felix, quæ duórum PríncipumEs consecráta glorióso sánguine!Hórum cruóre purpuráta céterasExcéllis orbis una pulchritúdines.Sit Trinitáti sempitérna glória,Honor, potéstas atque iubilátio,In unitáte, quæ gubérnat ómnia,Per univérsa sæculórum sǽcula.Amen.The beauteous light of God's eternal majestyStreams down in golden rays to grace this holy dayWhich crowned the princes of the Apostles' glorious choir,And unto guilty mortals showed the heavenward way.The teacher of the world and keeper of heaven's gate,Rome's founders twain and rulers too of every land,Triumphant over death by sword and shameful cross,With laurel crowned are gathered to the eternal band.O happy Rome! who in thy martyr princes' blood,A twofold stream, art washed and doubly sanctified.All earthly beauty thou alone outshinest far,Empurpled by their outpoured life-blood's glorious tide.All honour, power, and everlasting jubileeTo him who all things made and governs here below,To God in essence One, and yet in persons Three,Both now and ever, while unending ages flow.Amen.(Hymn from the Office of Vespers for SS Peter and Paul).

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1109136 Composed by Kevin G. Pace (ASCAP), Mary Ann W. Snowball. Christian,Praise & Worship,Religious,Sacred,Spiritual. Octavo. 2 pages. Kevin G. Pace #711682. Published by Kevin G. Pace (A0.1109136). A sacred hymn with music by Kevin G. Pace and text by Mary Ann W. Snowball. Text: O come, let us worship and bow before God, Showing great trust in our Lord. Then we will rise, right by his side, Singing his praise with each chord. O come, let us worship and serve Him in faith, Entering in at the gate. No other God, with sandals shod, Treads this path not to forsake. Chorus: Come, let us worship, worship our Lord; Shelter comes forth from his sword. As his will triumphs like none before, His love fills hearts evermore. O come, let us worship and walk with our God, Cleaving to Him, to his will. As He directs, just as He meant, Our cov’nant promise fulfills. O come, let us worship and ever stay near— Close, so we never will stray. As we obey, fashioned like clay, We learn (know) there’s no other Way. Chorus: Come, let us worship, worship our Lord; Shelter comes forth from his word. As his will triumphs like none before, His love fills hearts evermore.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.940067 Composed by Jacob Evans. Christian,Gospel,Sacred. Octavo. 4 pages. JDE FORCHRISTMUSIC #3432411. Published by JDE FORCHRISTMUSIC (A0.940067). Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword?...For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:35, 38-39To watch a performance of this song, follow this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TOau07R64mc .