From the prolific pen of Ruth Schram comes a universal theme of love and charity which fills this piece with purpose and excellent worship potential. Drawing from the words of the Savior Ruthie has crafted a piece thatincorporates a full range of music ministry resources into a touching statement for your choir. Use the instrumentation and handbell parts to create a truly singular piece. Beautifu…
Use this quintessential anthem when lighting the peace candle during Advent. Ruth Elaine Schram is known for her tender music of hope and she has touched this subject with her special magic of melody and text. The optional child'ssolo can be a breathtaking option and the flowing keyboard writing helps make this a real winner.
The cherished words from Charles Moody are given a new touch from Ruth Elaine Schram in this anthem of peace and assurance. The 3/4 meter gives gentle expressiveness to the text while the music encourages true musical and spiritual interpretation. Available: SATB.
A lovely new text by Ruth Elaine Schram is beautifully set to the classic Humperdinck melody. The string orchestration option makes for a beautiful accompaniment with live players or with the recorded track. Available separately:SATB ChoirTrax CD. String parts available digitally (vl 1 vn 2 va vc db). Duration: ca. 3:45.
Ruth Elaine Schram has a special gift for writing memorable melodies. This piece is no exception as she tenderly cradles a picturesque text with exquisite tuneful beauty. The contrasting middle section is a challenge for all tohurry and behold the Savior: “Run run run to Bethlehem! See this thing which has come to pass...” Then the quietness of the manger returns with a quote from th…
This anthem is without a doubt one of the most creative pieces ever penned by Ruth Elaine Schram. The minor mode alternates with a major mode incorporating Were You There? as it foreshadows Christ's sacrifice at Calvary. A perfectmarriage of text and music this one is unforgettable. Available: SATB.
This new partner song from Ruth Elaine Schram has the beloved Coventry Carol at its center with a lovely new song to complement it. It alternates creatively between major and minor modes and the two-part writing makes this one accessible by choirs of all sizes.
With gentle flowing lines of melody come a text of strength and power. It urges us to read the Scriptures and listen to God and our purpose will be revealed. Veteran writer Ruth Elaine Schram combines the simple and the profound with elegance.
The Nativity is seen through the eyes of the lambs in this new Ruth Elaine Schram creation. Childlike in its approach this anthem is a simple statement of faith. Add the optional children's choir (or selected sopranos) for a touching moment of heartfelt worship.
Ruth Elaine Schram gives us this poignant lament for use during Holy Week with a text based on Psalm 22 spoken by Jesus on Calvary. Listeners will feel the intense suffering of our Lord as He hung dying on the cross. All Hispain frustrations and sorrow are dramatically expressed in this explicit text with excellent dramatic accompaniment. An anthem of intense passion.
Ruth Elaine Schram's setting of Agnus Dei is a lush setting with parts intertwining in the most unexpected ways forming uniquely beautiful harmonies. The cyclical nature of the piece reiterates the meaning of the text afervent prayer “Lamb of God grant us peace.” Festival or contest piece for schools and a moving Lenten anthem for the sanctuary.
SATB/opt. Harp-SATB/opt. Harp. With heartfelt words and music this new Ruth Elaine Schram manger lullaby is tender and highly appealing. The use of Silent Night is inspired and fits perfectly while the optional Harp part can be played by organ second piano or electronic keyboard.
This new offering from Ruth Elaine Schram is perfect for the Easter season. Beyond the pain there is hope; beyond the cross there is life. Beyond the grave there is glory behold our risen Lord. The piano and celloaccompaniment enhance the message of the powerful text.Available separately: SATB. Approx. Performance Time: 4:00.
Ruth Elaine Schram requires no introduction due to her steady output of useful choral music. This Christmas selection weaves the well-known “Once in Royal David's City” into her own music and poetry. In serene fashionshe brings freshness and warmth together to celebrate the birth of Mary's child. Rehearsal CD and Rehearsal CD 10-Pak available.
For the first time, this modern classic from Ruth Elaine Schram is now available in a new Two-Part mixed voicing. Accompany with the sparkling InstruTrax accompaniment CD. / 2 Parties Mixtes
This gentle anthem takes its text from a beloved passage from the Book of John. Ruth Elaine Schram's musical setting brings just the right mood for the words creating an anthem your choir and congregation will cherish.
This traditional Hebrew prayer has been beautifully set to original music by Ruth Elaine Schram and Linda Marcus. Simple elegant 2-part writing with an optional C-instrument moves along in 3/4 time weaving a beautiful melody ontop of a flowing piano accompaniment. A timeless holiday selection for your choir. Available separately: 2-part opt. violin; PianoTrax CD 2007 (35016963).
The rose has served as a metaphor many times and Ruth Elaine Schram celebrates its virtues most artfully in this lovely ballad. Her poem enables this selection to work in both sacred and secular venues. The tune maintains ahaunting quality immersed in beauty befitting the text. Available: SATB.
Set as a fugue this humorous piece has the students singing about every type of fast food known to man! It's hilarious to learn perfor and hear and a joy to teach because of the vast musical learning that can be done withfugues. A new different and surprising novelty selection for your program from Ruthie Schram! Available separately: SAB 2-part PianoTrax CD.
Incorporating Silent Night-Ruthie Schram is one of our finest writers for young voices. This new piece lifts aspirations for a special Christmas moment with her partner song incorporating Silent Night. Precious!
Ruthie Schram presents a highly creative approach in this fascinating Holy Week offering. Three scenes from the life of Christ are presented where Christ experienced physical thirst. From the manger to his last moments on thecross this anthem reminds us that ironically Christ is the “Living Water” for our spiritual thirst. An optional communion text is provided for additional performa…
Set as a fugue this humorous piece has the students singing about every type of fast food known to man! It's hilarious to learn perfor and hear and a joy to teach because of the vast musical learning that can be done withfugues. A new different and surprising novelty selection for your program from Ruthie Schram! Available separately: SAB 2-part PianoTrax CD.
Ruthie Schram raises the bar with her arrangement of the traditional spiritual Little Lamb Little Lamb Little Innocent Lamb. The choir will enjoy singing and the congregation will enjoy hearing this one.
Highly creative and inspiring! Ruth Schram has taken two classic texts and combined them with great effect. Lutkin's The Lord Bless You and Keep You is seamlessly woven around God Be In Your Head.
Here is a very tender song of Thanksgiving and praise. Ruth E. Schram and Joseph Martin two of sacred music's most published writers join forces to create this unforgettable anthem for Thanksgiving or general use. It is easilylearned so that the emphasis can be placed on the expressive qualities of this gentle yet compelling choral.
Ruth Schram takes us on a journey to the Bethlehem stable with the lyrics “We've been waiting we've been searching we have come from near and far.” Her creative melodies and harmonies point the way to the upliftingchorus message “Beneath the star a common rustic barn becomes a palace worthy of a king.” Orchestrated with optional strings this expressive original anthem…
Gethsemane's impassioned prayer is hauntingly presented in Ruth Schram's exquisite style. First released in 1990 this bestselling anthem is now made available in a convenient SAB voicing.
Composed for Mother's Day Father's Day or any family service this anthem highlights important truths about God's gift of family and home. Melodic repetition throughout the piece makes it easy to learn and allows young voices to sing with strength and confidence. Available separately: Unison/opt. 2-Part Treble CelebrationTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:23
