Gathered together in this collection are eighteen extant works in honor of eminent composer Wilbur Held's 100th birthday- favorites of the composer and our editors- that span both the church year and the years that Held has been providing the church organist with oft-used, well-crafted music. In addition, the collection includes a biographical essay by Nancy Raabe,"Celebrating Wilbur Held," and photos of Held throughout the years. This is a must-have collection for anyone who is a Wilbur Held devotee. Tunes included: TOLLEFSON DIX ST. CHRISTOPHER MIDDLEBURY GO TELL IT EASTER HYMN (WORGAN) LAND OF REST RESIGNATION VENI EMMANUEL ST. ANNE DIVINUM MYSTERIUM SIMPLE GIFTS (SHAKER MELODY/SHAKER SONG/SHAKER TUNE) LANCASHIRE PROSPECT NEW BRITIAN (AMAZING GRACE) ROCKINGHAM OLD (ROCKINGHAM) ROLL CALL. |
