SKU: A0.1417922

The tune for Sing Praise to God Who Reigns Above (Mit Freuden Zart) (높 � 계 신 주 찬 양 해) was published in the Bohemian Brethren hymnal in 1566. The lyrics are attributed to Johann J. Schutz and translated into English by Frances E. Cox.  It appeared in  hymnals published in English in the early 20th Century, gaining popularity in the latter part of that century, and continuing in popularity today, now available in several languages. This arrangement is for Intermediate SAB Choir (soprano, alto, baritone) with a piano accompaniment. A separate sheet for the voices in provided in addition to the score.

SKU: JX.00-21546

English. Matthew 28:1-10, Mark 16:1-11, Luke 24:1-12, John 20:1-18, Acts 1:1-13.

Jean Anne Shafferman and Patti Drennan have once again partnered in creating a lively, rhythmic hymn arrangement that breathes new life into traditional hymnody! This resurrection anthem opens with energetic syncopation and the choir proclaiming, Rejoice, He is alive! Sequencing harmonies increase the excitement to fever pitch. Then the congregation (opt.) joins with the choir to conclude with a triumphant verse of Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart. Highly recommended for Easter, Eastertide and Ascension. Great for choirs of all sizes, with opt. trumpet obbligato included. Parts for brass and timpani, and a full performance/accompaniment CD are available separately.

SKU: JX.00-29379

English. Psalms 33, Psalms 51, Psalms 103, Joel 2:12-18, Romans 5:12-19, Romans 8:37-39.

Merciful God is a lovely offering of thanks to an always faithful and forgiving Father. Originally written by the contemporary hymnwriters, Keith and Kristyn Getty and Stuart Townend, this healing anthem is appropriate for worship throughout the year.

SKU: A0.697755

I Sing the Mighty Power of God was composed by Isaac Watts and set to the tune of Ellacombe. Watts was a well-known and prolific English minister and composer. His first collection of hymns was published in 1707 and he continued to produce hymns until his death in 1748.
This is an arrangement for Intermediate Choir with parts for soprano, alto and baritone voices and a piano accompaniment. A separate sheet for the three voices is also included. Other arrangements for choirs by McIntire include And Can It Be that I Should Gain, What Wondrous Love Is This, and All Creatures of Our God and King, all available at sheetmusicplus.

SKU: JX.00-19922

English.

Patti Drennan has magically paired two beloved gospel hymns, Near the Cross and Draw Me Nearer. Sharing the theme of Jesus' suffering and death on the cross for our salvation, both hymns are by William Doane and Fanny Crosby. The richly flowing accompaniment is an added bonus. Great for performance throughout the year, this gospel medley is especially appropriate for Ash Wednesday, Lent and Holy Week.

SKU: A0.857396

Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring is the most common English title of a piece of music derived from a chorale setting of the cantata Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, BWV 147 (Heart and Mouth and Deed and Life), composed by Johann Sebastian Bach in 1723. The English version of the piece was written by the poet laureate Robert Bridges. It is not a translation of the stanzas used within Bach's original version, but is inspired by stanzas of the same hymn that Bach had drawn upon: Jesu, meiner Seelen Wonne, the lyrics of which were written in 1661 by Martin Janus (or Jahn), and which was sung to Johann Schop's 1642 Werde munter, mein Gemüte hymn tune.

It is often performed slowly and reverently at wedding ceremonies, as well as during Christian festive seasons like Christmas and Easter. This arrangement is a shortened version of the piece, now slightly longer than 2 minutes -- which is perfect for wedding/Mass entrance. For the keyboard line, harpsichord is recommended, but an organ or a piano will also do.

Included: score (5 pages), choir vocal part (1 page), cello part (1 page)

Performance clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HmG4wc75nXE

SKU: MQ.50-8321-E

English.

O Esca Viatorum (O Food That Weary Pilgrims Love). Said to have been written by a German Jesuit of the 17th century, the text translation originally accompanied a set of Introits issued in connection with the first edition of Hymns Ancient and Modern, 1861. Callahan has set this beautiful text to an equally beautiful melody. Appropriate for Communion or general use.

SKU: JX.00-19170

English.

Antiphonal hosannas open this stately Palm Sunday anthem by Jay Althouse. With growing intensity, the choir sings, Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord, leading to the entrance of unison voices (optional children's choir) singing a refrain from the traditional hymn Hosanna, Loud Hosanna. The anthem concludes with a majestic verse of the hymn, with optional children's choir and congregation. Parts for 2 trumpets are also included. The perfect choice for Palm Sunday!