Pepper Choplin is ever the wordsmith in this unusually titled musical devotion. Choplin uses opposites to make his spiritual point and he provides music that is sensitive to allow for the listener to pause and consider thesepoetic observations. “Close your eyes and see close your lips and speak with your heart.” The spirit of contemplation and worship governs this very special new pi…

Uses: Unity Sunday GeneralScripture: Epheisans 4:2-7; Mark 12:30-31Pepper Choplin is a master at capturing the traditional sounds of Americana and infusing them into his work to add just the rightflavor. Circle of Love sounds like a traditional folk tune but it is fresh and new and quite memorable. The unending nature of the circle is heard in both melody and accompaniment and the open unresol…

Preview Pak (Book/CD)-The musical is narrated by Luke as he writes of Jesus's last days on earth. Highly effective when presented by choir and narrator but naturally suited for full staging. It may be performed in its entirety or in segments atseveral services. The words and music of this new Pepper Choplin cantata are very dynamic and will immerse the audience in the passion and intensity of th…

Pepper Choplin has created a warm and easily learned worship chorus based on Psalm 19:7-9 13-14. Used by the choir alone or with the congregation Let the Words of My Mouth is a wonderful choice as a devotional or confessionalpreceding or following a spoken prayer. Accompaniment on Lite Trax 2002 (35012973).

This anthem is something very different from the creative pen of Pepper Choplin. The composer follows the natural flow of the text of James 3 in crafting this through-composed choral. The first section asks “Who is wiseamong you? Who is full of understanding?” Then comes the answer: “Those who sow the peace are full of the wisdom of heaven.” Beautiful melodic lines and ric…

with General and Advent Texts-Uses: General Call to Worship Christ the King AdventScripture: Psalm 46; Psalm 68:3; Habakkuk 3:17-19Here are two anthems in one! Pepper Choplin has written a text for Christ the King or generalservices and alternate words for Advent. The bright Baroque sound creates an air of excitement that will fill the sanctuary with joy!

Uses: ChristmasOnly Pepper Choplin with his boundless imagination could conceive of using “The Twelve Days of Christmas” and finding a way of making it a joyful affirming holiday selection for worship.Full of praise-worthy acclamations this accumulation song is really set free under his craftsmanship. Perfect for your Christmas pageant!

Pepper Choplin is one of the most prolific composers writing sacred music today. This work for mixed voices with keyboard (or optional orchestra) is full of energy and rhythmic drive works successfully in both contemporary or traditional worship settings.

from We Were There-The temple veil is torn the earth shakes the dead are raised and the heavens weep as Christ is crucified. This dramatic moment from Pepper Choplin's compelling cantata We Were There is now available as an individual octavo.The orchestration adds a foundation of drama as we confront the reality of Christ's suffering and sacrifice. Outstanding!

Uses: Palm Sunday multicultural concertScripture: Luke 19:29-40; Matthew 21:1-11Ever the innovator Pepper Choplin visits the Palm Sunday event with his wonderful theatrical approach. This time heuses Spanish words to invigorate the sound and the appeal is instantaneous. The accompaniment track is an outstanding option for this unique new choral. Contains opt. flute part. Available separately: S…

Pepper Choplin is a name well known to church musicians. This anthem based on Matthew 16:13-18 is scored for mixed chorus with piano or with brass handbells and optional congregation. Try this energetic piece on Pentecost or Trinity Sunday.

“How can we share the Gospel of peace if peace doesn't live in our hearts?” This soulful choral from Pepper Choplin admonishes us to “walk the walk” – not just “talk the talk.” It is alsoa plea for God's intervention in our hearts to rid them of bitterness and blame and to open them up so that we may truly be messengers of peace. Draw Us Together is a pr…

from Once Upon a Night-Pepper Choplin has a singular perspective that he brings to the craft of composition. This beautiful call to reflections is a pull-out from his best-selling cantata Once Upon a Night. Long after the angelic“glories” have died away the message of this piece is to listen deeper to the echoes of one's own heart to find the true meaning of Christmas. A “selah&…

Uses: GeneralScripture: Matthew 5:13-16The words of Jesus are shared in this Pepper Choplin sermon in song. A wonderful spiritual object lesson the text calls us to holiness and service. The music ismelodic and rich with expressive potential. Available: SATB opt. handbells or organ chimes. Duration: ca. 2:54.

Pepper Choplin has created a very creative unique choral anthem for worship. This Palm Sunday piece effectively merges the traditional Hosannas with a jazz setting that is sure to bring excitement to any worship service.