Music-Religious-Christian

Willimon writes with passion about the dynamics and implications of preaching to a congregation, to those who, having been called, are either baptized or yet to be baptized. The preacher, says Willimon, needs to address the people in a congregation with "peculiar speech," letting...

Season of Light and Hope includes original, scripture-based prayers, liturgies, and other worship aids to enrich worship from the First Sunday of Advent through the celebration of the Baptism of the Lord (usually the second Sunday in January.) Following the same pattern as the...

This new book of congregational song will include: Over 800 hymns, psalms, and spiritual songs. Approximately 50% of included hymns will be from the 1990 Presbyterian hymnal. The remaining pieces will come from former Presbyterian hymnals, other denominational songbooks, and individual authors and composers....

Author: Clarence DickinsonISBN-10: 0664100333ISBN-13: 9780664100339Publisher: Westminster John Knox PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/1933Pages: 640Format: HardcoverWeight: 2.35lbsSize: 8.60h x 5.80w x 1.80d

James Grier documents the musical activities of Ad mar de Chabannes, eleventh-century monk, historian, homilist and tireless polemicist for the apostolic status of Saint Martial, patron saint of the abbey that bore his name in Limoges. Ad mar left behind some 451 folios of...

A free ebook version of this title is available through Luminos, University of California Press's Open Access publishing program for monographs. Visit www.luminosoa.org to learn more. In the 1990s, Los Angeles was home to numerous radical social and environmental eruptions. In the face of...

This book surveys North German church music from the period of the best-known of J.S. Bach's immediate German predecessors, Dietrich Buxtehude (c.1637-1707). Webber places particular emphasis on composers whose work has suffered unjust neglect, and on the influence of contemporary Italian church music. As...

This collection of Scripture songs is all about helping Christians incorporate more of God's Word into their hearts, lives, and worship experiences. Have you ever sung verses from God's Word set to music and allowed the message to permeate your inner spirit? If not,...

Laments of the Virgin Mary represent a devotional genre that offered its clerical and lay audiences of the High and Late Middle Ages a deeply inspiring, yet at the same time ambiguous, religious experience. Through the deeply emotional and markedly animated representation of the...

In recent decades, world music styles have been making increasing inroads into Western popular music, music theater, choral concerts, and even concert hall performances. So You Want to Sing World Music is an essential compendium of these genres and provides technical approaches to singing...

What did Tallis and Byrd mean to convey by their use of the word "argument" in their title, Cantiones, quae ab argumento sacrae vocantur? Thomas Tallis's and William Byrd's Cantiones, quae ab argumento sacrae vocantur (songs, which by their argument are called sacred) of...

(Shawnee Press). 75 contemporary favorites, including: Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone) * As the Deer Thirsts for the Water * Awesome God * Blessed Be Your Name * Breath of Heaven (Mary's Song) * Breathe * Come, Now Is the Time to Worship...

After learning the biblical meaning of worship through a study of Chronicles, your student will learn how living in God's presence directs his principles and stands for music. In God's Presence is part of the Bible Modular Series. These short issue-oriented courses for teenagers...

Author: Anthony EsolenISBN-10: 1505126592ISBN-13: 9781505126594Publisher: Tan BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/07/2016Pages: 296Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.65lbsSize: 8.40h x 5.50w x 0.80d

Orlando Gibbons (1583-1625). The Consort Anthems: Behold, thou hast made my days; Blessed are all they that fear the Lord; Glorious and powerful God; Great King of Gods; Lord, grant grace; O all true faithful hearts; See, see, the Word is incarnate; Sing unto...

This second volume for SATB by Ken Burton follows in the wake of the outstanding success of Feel the Spirit . Upbeat and lively, or lyrical and reflective, Ready to Ride is a diverse collection of contemporary gospel choruses and spirituals, arranged for SATB...

Music plays such an important part in everyone's life but how much do we know about the history of music? How did music shape our civilization and how was music itself shaped by the Catholic Church? Susan Treacy, an experienced professor of music, is...

Behind the glamour and the crowds. Beyond the movies and the records. Apart from all who knew him, wanted to know him, or just wanted to be near him.Billy Stanley knew Elvis Presley as a brother--and as a man of deep faith. From the...

This book offers an account of the sacred music written by Alessandro Scarlatti (1660-1725) in Rome, a city where the composer lived and worked for many years throughout his career. Using archival research, Luca Della Libera provides an overview of Scarlatti's life and activities...

In Play Hymns, Book 1, pianists young and old will find accessible arrangements of beloved hymns, which are a continuous source of inspiration and an important part of worship services. The attractive solo arrangements in this book include rich-sounding accompaniments that can be played...

With an array of tasteful arrangements, renowned choral composer Cindy Berry has put together a very practical collection for the busy church pianist who has limited rehearsal time. Each arrangement includes an approximate performance time to assist in planning. Titles: Angels from the Realms...

First edition with the melodies of an immensely significant ninth-century liturgical masterpiece. Winner of the Palisca Prize by the American Musicological Society, 2017 These two volumes present an important and distinctive collection of Carolingian poetry, composed for the liturgy in the last quarter of...

Music has an impact on our lives. Sound Advice is laced with biblical perspectives, life applications, and musical illustrations in a full color text. It is written to lead you to discover how music is the foundation of worship, how it can change your...

This is the perfect book for beginning pianists, singers, and colorists who love Christmas. It features 20 fun-to-play-and-sing holiday songs, followed by 16 festive coloring pages based on the classic tunes. Plus, each of the melodies is accompanied by a free MP3 download that...

Vivaldi's Magnificat probably dates from shortly after the 1726 death of composer C.P. Grua, which resulted in his having to provide sacred music for the Venetian orphanage and convent he enjoyed a long-standing relation with: the Ospedale della Pietà. There are actually three versions...

Sacred and Secular Intersections in Music of the Long Nineteenth Century: Church, Stage, and Concert Hall explores interconnections of the sacred and the secular in music and aesthetic debates of the long nineteenth century. The essays in this volume view the category of the...

These are songs in honor of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, His Precious Blood and His Precious Wounds.Author: Gregory The GreatISBN-10: 1987416104ISBN-13: 9781987416107Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/01/2018Pages: 28Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.20lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.06d

Music Education on the Verge is a collection of narratives by music teacher-educators describing how they responded to the disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic. Each chapter offers examples of innovative music pedagogy that can be adapted and applied by music educators and music teacher...

(Piano/Vocal/Guitar Songbook). The ultimate collection of Christmas classics just got better with this third edition that includes even more of your favorites 100 songs: Auld Lang Syne * Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella * Carol of the Bells * The Chipmunk Song * Christmas...

Arranger Alex-Zsolt has always been inspired by the rich texts and melodies of the traditional hymns. This collection includes uplifting arrangements of many beloved hymns. Titles: All Creatures of Our God and King (with Rejoice, the Lord Is King, and All Hail the Power...

Familiar motivational pieces for the holiday season using the same concepts introduced in the corresponding Lesson Book. Titles: Fum, Fum, Fum * God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen * Good King Wenceslas * I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day * Jingle Bell Rock *...

Designed for students in Levels 3 and 4, this delightful book includes 10 arrangements of favorite Hymns, Spirituals and Sunday School songs. The student parts are written on the staff and include a duet accompaniment part for a parent or teacher. Titles: The 12...

(Vocal Collection). Features 10 spirituals as interpreted by acclaimed conductor and arranger Moses Hogan: Deep River * Never Said a Mumblin' Word (Crucifixion) * Give Me Jesus * He's Got the Whole World in His Hands * Let Us Break Bread Together * My...

These inspirational arrangements can be used as preludes, postludes, or as other service music during the Christmas season. Titles: Angels From the Realms of Glory with Birthday of a King * Bring a Torch, Jeannette, Isabella * I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day...

The mass is an extraordinary musical form. Whereas other Western art music genres from medieval times have fallen out of favour, the mass has not merely survived but flourished. A variety of historical forces within religious, secular, and musical arenas saw the mass expand...

40 Old Time Hymns - Tenor Banjo Songbook for Beginners with Tabs and Chords40 Old Time Hymns is a new book of songs from the past, and in my opinion, golden times. These 40 beautiful pearls are intended for people who, despite all the...

A defining moment in Catholic life in early modern Europe, Holy Week brought together the faithful to commemorate the passion, crucifixion, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. In this study of ritual and music, Robert L. Kendrick investigates the impact of the music used during...

The Soul Winner is one of several works of Charles Haddon (C.H.) Spurgeon (June 19, 1834 - January 31, 1892) who was a British Particular Baptist preacher and who remains highly influential among Christians of different denominations, among whom he is still known as...

This updated collection from GRAMMY(R) Nominee Jim Brickman contains several new solos from his beloved Christmas albums. Titles: Angels * Blessings * Canon in G * Christmas Is * Christmas Where You Are * Coming Home for Christmas * Do You Hear What I...

Offers unparalleled insight into the function of music in worship, ritual and society in late medieval Europe.Author: Andrew KirkmanISBN-10: 1108813658ISBN-13: 9781108813655Publisher: Cambridge University PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/10/2022Pages: 330Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.16lbsSize: 9.61h x 6.69w x 0.69d

"Today this Scripture passage is fulfilled in your hearing," Jesus says at the beginning of his public ministry. The work of the divine is made present to those listeners in God's Word Made Flesh. Still today, this sort of encounter with Christ must be...

What Praise Can I Play on Sunday? is a series of six books of worship favorites, each book designed for busy pianists who require accessible arrangements. Book 4 contains selections for the Fourth of July as well as several general praise songs. Titles: Amazing...

This classic worship resource contains 296 classics, revival songs, general worship songs, and special-day favorites, this worship resource also features responsive readings indexed by topic. Available in this hard cover edition and in paperback. Don't forget to get your copy of the spiral bound...

More than just a children's picture book, Mary's Easter Morning is an engaging children's folk song that illuminates the role of Mary Magdalene in the Easter story, bringing to life events surrounding the resurrection of Jesus Christ -- and the part faithful women played...

The Accompaniment Edition Features independent (stylized) keyboard parts that support the melody and choral harmonies of all selections in the Singer's Edition. Includes guitar chords. Wire-O Binding gives this edition a classic look, while allowing the music to open to a flat position making...

Erwin Parent is now retired after completing a near 60-year career in Information Technology. He began writing poetry after the death of his first wife, Viriginia, after a 35-year marriage. He has not stopped writing since. Erwin is a native of Boston MA. He...

For nearly 2000 years, the Sermon on the Mount has been the subject of endless discussion and controversy. Authors Dockery and Garland bring puzzling portions of Jesus' message to light. They uncover important background information on Old Testament law, Jewish faith and culture and...

Through a thoughtfully curated collection of essays, interviews, and sermons, Ponder Anew raises the questions church musicians should be considering as the church lives into its third millennium.Author: Jessica NelsonISBN-10: 1640654445ISBN-13: 9781640654440Publisher: Church PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/19/2022Pages: 208Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.65lbsSize: 8.90h x 5.83w x 0.55d

We have the "Order of Worship" because we want the worship to be planned, the ways to be proper, the work to be performed, the whole to be profitable, and the will to be pure. We have the "Order of Worship" so we can...

"Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs: Vocal Solos for Worship" is a collection of reset hymn texts and original songs for solo vocal use in worship. This edition is for the Low Voice.Author: Ed L. SteeleISBN-10: 1530730864ISBN-13: 9781530730865Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/24/2016Pages: 54Format:...