Author: Sandi Parks

What a Friend We Have in Jesus

This beloved hymn text is set to the BEACH SPRING Sacred Harp tune in this inspiring arrangement for mixed voices. A flowing piano accompaniment complements the tender voice-leading in this arrangement which includes optional divisi and an opportunity to feature a soloist.

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A Resting Place

Salvation through Jesus Christ is proclaimed through an exquisite melody, rich harmonies, and a skillful accompaniment. Short a cappella highlights and a soprano descant punctuate the original melody of this beloved hymn. A truly beautiful depiction of Christ’s love and sacrifice, appropriate for Lent or throughout the year.

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May the Love of the Lord

A simple pentatonic melody surrounds Maria Poh Choo Ling’s poetry to create a beautiful song of blessing and benediction. Accessible for singers of all ages in this flexible voicing, it can be performed by a treble choir alone, a mixed SATB choir alone, or a combination of both. You may also include Orff instruments, handchimes, finger cymbals and windchime with parts that are notated in the score for a truly special presentation.

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The Heavens Are Telling

A festival-like opening develops into a grand anthem for SAB mixed voices that depicts the majesty of God! The layering of voices creates a dynamic build from start to finish, while the contrast of the rhythmic syncopation and lyrical lines creates balance and breadth. A wonderful piece for adult or youth choirs; especially fitting as an opening selection or anthem of praise.

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Let Everything That Hath Breath

It is impossible not to be inspired by this soul-stirring gospel original.  The accompaniment is rock solid, and the choral parts are incredibly gutsy, with dramatic dynamic swells and accents that will shake the rafters! “Magnify the Lord with me and exalt His name together…Let everything that hath breath praise the Lord!”

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