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Sheldon Curry, here Managing Editor of Alfred Sacred Music. Tom Fettke, Tammy Waldrop and I work to bring you superb Sacred Music for diverse worship styles. From Alfred Sacred Music comes a rich tapestry of anthems for Lent, Easter and general use. Enjoy Ruth Elaine Schram s comforting communion anthem, Welcomed Home Again. Delight in Bruce Greer s treatment of See, What A Morning (Resurrection Hymn) by Keith Getty and Stuart Townend. In addition, hear quality anthems by skilled composers like Craig Courtney, Patti Drennan, and Douglas E. Wagner. Explore six Best Sellers from Alfred s previous release. Check out David Huntsinger s setting of Kyrie Eleison and Tom Fettke s arrangement of The Prayer (with Lead Us, Lord). The Alfred Sacred Music team presents worship tools to help you serve God s people. Other than our commitments to Christ and our families, we have no higher calling. Blessings, Sheldon Curry Managing Editor, Alfred Sacred Music
TRACK 1 See, What a Morning Words and music by Keith Getty and Stuart Townend arr. Bruce Greer Majestic and victorious! This triumphant hymn tells us of the first Easter morning when Christ conquered death and won our salvation. Here masterfully arranged and orchestrated by Bruce Greer, this is the perfect choice for your Easter celebration. Instrumental parts and a fullyorchestrated accompaniment track are available. SATB...00-29367 $1.95 SAB...00-29368 $1.95 InstruTrax CD...00-29369 $24.95 InstruPax...00-29370 $52.00 TRACK 3 It Is Enough Words by Lidie H. Edmunds, music by Ed Steele / arr. Tom Fettke, orch. Bruce Greer It Is Enough is a powerful statement at the center of our Christian faith It is enough, Jesus died for me. It is through Jesus alone, that we receive salvation. Originally penned by Lidie H. Edmunds, set to music by Ed Steele and arranged by Tom Fettke, instrumental parts and a fully-orchestrated accompaniment are available. SATB...00-30494 $1.85 InstruTrax CD...00-30495 $24.95 InstruPax...00-30496 $52.00 TRACK 2 Welcomed Home Again Words and music by Ruth Elaine Schram A beautiful anthem for Communion! Using The Salley Gardens, a familiar Irish melody, Welcomed Home Again is a graceful offering for use during Holy Communion or the reflective Lenten season. Verse options are provided for both communion and Lent, though this anthem may also be performed using the verses consecutively. SATB...00-29337 $1.75 2-Part...00-29338 $1.75 TRACK 4 There Is a Green Hill Far Away Words by Cecil Frances Alexander, music by Matthew Armstrong Simply beautiful. Recalling the hill where our Savior bled and died to purchase our salvation, Matthew Armstrong creates a remarkable offering for Lent and Holy Week. Delicate and thoughtful, this is also appropriate for Holy Communion. SATB...00-30492 $1.75 All prices are in US$ and subject to change without notice.
TRACK 5 Beneath the Cross Words and music by Keith Getty and Kristyn Getty / arr. Tom Fettke, orch. Kyle Hill Beneath the cross of Jesus, the path before the crown, we follow in His footsteps where promised hope is found. Using the inspired, contemporary hymn by Keith and Kristyn Getty, Fettke creates a tremendous, yet thoughtful offering telling us of the promise found in our Savior s cross. Masterfully orchestrated by Kyle Hill, instrumental parts and a full-orchestra accompaniment CD are available. SATB...00-29269 $1.95 SAB...00-29270 $1.95 InstruTrax CD...00-29271 $24.95 InstruPax...00-29272 $50.00 TRACK 6 Jesus Paid It All Words by Elvina M. Hall, music by Richard Kingsmore and John T. Grape / arr. Richard Kingsmore Hauntingly beautiful! Richard Kingsmore creates a thoughtful and reflective offering for the Lenten season using one of the most beloved hymns of all time. Seamlessly moving from the compelling minor to warm and hopeful major mode between verse and refrain, Kingsmore creates a stunning anthem of dedication to our Crucified Lord. SATB...00-29347 $1.75 SAB...00-29348 $1.75 You can now search by Bible book, chapter and verse!
TRACK 7 Amazing Love (with And Can It Be?) Words and music by Graham Kendrick / arr. and orch. Camp Kirkland Amazing Love is an offering of adoration to a Savior who paid the ultimate sacrifice. It tells the story of Jesus, despised and rejected, crucified and risen in order that we might live. Incorporating the hymn, And Can It Be?, Camp Kirkland creates an anthem that is easy to teach (and learn). SATB...00-29302 $1.95 InstruTrax CD...00-29303 $24.95 InstruPax...00-29304 $34.00 TRACK 8 Seek the Lord Words and music by Tom Grassi Taken from the words of the prophet Isaiah, Seek the Lord while he may be found, call on him while he is near, this anthem urges us to embrace the merciful healing and grace of our forgiving Lord. An accompaniment CD is available for this healing Lenten offering. SATB...00-29359 $1.85 InstruTrax CD...00-29360 $24.95 TRACK 9 The Narrow Road Words by John Parker, music by Douglas E. Wagner This gently rhythmic anthem reminds us that we are dependant on our Lord to guide and strengthen us through life s difficult journey. Incorporating the haunting melody from the Southern Appalachian folk song,wayfaring Stranger. SATB...00-29392 $1.85 TRACK 10 Behold the Lamb Words and music by Keith Getty, Kristyn Getty, and Stuart Townend / arr. Andy M. Albritton Behold the Lamb is a powerful, yet reverent description of the act of Holy Communion. Its writer, Keith Getty (along with Kristyn Getty and Stuart Townend), tells us that the first verse is meant to prepare us to receive, the second verse focuses on the bread, and the third verse, the wine. The final verse is the response of the faithful as we go out into the world, strengthened by the experience. Thoughtfully and sensitively arranged by Andy Albritton, alternate voicings, instrumental parts, as well as a fully-orchestrated accompaniment are available. SATB...00-29306 $1.95 SAB...00-29307 $1.95 InstruTrax CD...00-29308 $24.95 InstruPax...00-29309 $30.00 All prices are in US$ and subject to change without notice.
TRACKS 11 13 Three Songs for Spring Words and music by Ruth Elaine Schram Don t miss this delightful collection of three children s anthems for unison (opt. 2-part) voices and keyboard. Appropriate for Palm Sunday, Holy Week/Lent and Easter, each of the three anthems has optional narration. Anthems included are; 1) Hosanna!, 2) Welcomed Home Again, which may also be used as a communion anthem, and 3) Jesus Rose. Unison/2-Part...00-29253 $1.75 InstruTrax CD...00-29254 $29.95 TRACK 14 He Suffered for You Words by Julia H. Johnston, music by Patti Drennan Incredibly personal & moving! Using the emotive text of the American poet Julia Harriet Johnston (1849-1919), Patti Drennan creates a heart-wrenching, yet reverent, account of Christ s suffering and sacrifice. Ideal for Palm/Passion Sunday or Good Friday, multiple voicings are available. SATB...00-29339 $1.75 SAB...00-29340 $1.75 TRACK 15 Jesus Reigns! (incorporating He Is Lord, Our God Reigns, All Hail the Power of Jesus Name and Crown Him with Many Crowns) Arr. Tom Fettke, orch. Jeff Atmajian Glorious! Incorporating the hymns He Is Lord, All Hail the Power of Jesus Name and Crown Him with Many Crowns, with the dynamic contemporary favorite, Our God Reigns, Tom Fettke creates a stirring and triumphant medley of praise appropriate for worship throughout the year. An accompaniment CD and orchestration are available. SATB...00-29362 $1.95 InstruTrax CD...00-29363 $24.95 InstruPax...00-29364 $69.95 Don t miss this! Book, CD-ROM,. Split-trax CD...00-27995 $49.95 Listen to thousands of full-length recordings at alfred.com/downloads! Choir Handbell Vocal & more! A fantastic resource for performing, practicing & finding great new music. Receive one FREE* download of your choice (up to 99 ) when you enter code E4F958 during checkout. *Limit one per registered user. Prices and availability subject to change without notice. Not all products apply. Offer expires May 1, 2009.
Best-sellers TRACK 16 Merciful God Words and music by Keith Getty, Kristyn Getty, and Stuart Townend / arr. Craig Courtney Merciful God is a lovely offering of thanks to an always faithful and forgiving Father. Originally written by the contemporary hymnwriters, Keith and Kristyn Getty and Stuart Townend, this healing anthem is appropriate for worship throughout the year. SATB...00-29378 $1.95 SAB...00-29379 $1.95 InstruTrax CD...00-29380 $24.95 InstruPax...00-29381 $30.00 TRACK 17 Peace In the Valley Words and music by Thomas A. Dorsey/arr. Larry Shackley Soulful gospel! Originally written by Thomas A. Dorsey in 1939 for his friend, the incomparable Mahalia Jackson and here arranged by Larry Shackley, the true healing gospel spirit shines through. Multiple voicings, instrumental parts and an accompaniment track are available. SATB...00-29281 $1.95 SAB...00-29305 $1.95 InstruTrax CD...00-29322 $24.95 InstruPax...00-29328 $20.00 TRACK 18 There Is a Higher Throne Words and music by Keith Getty and Kristyn Getty / arr. and orch. Bruce Greer One day we ll join the choir of angels singing the thund rous anthem, Alleluia, forevermore! What an exciting promise we have in Christ our King, to join Him triumphantly in eternity! Arranged by Bruce Greer, don t miss this incredibly joyous offering of praise from the inspired, contemporary hymnwriters, SATB...00-29277 $1.95 SAB...00-29278 $1.95 InstruTrax CD...00-29279 $24.95 InstruPax...00-29280 $60.00 TRACK 19 God Leads Us Along Words and music by George A. Young / arr. Travis Cotrell, Kent Hooper, and Tom Fettke Truly special! Some though the water, some though the flood, some though the fire, but all though the blood. We hear the hymnwriter s great faith and dependence on the guidance of the Almighty in these immortal words. Briefly incorporating the hymn text, Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us, this anthem is appropriate for worship throughout the year. Don t miss the acoustic, blue-grass accompaniment. SATB...00-29334 $1.85 2-Part Mixed...00-29335 $1.85 InstruTrax CD...00-29336 $24.95 All prices are in US$ and subject to change without notice.
8 TRACK 20 Kyrie Eleison (Most Holy One) Words and music by David Huntsinger Kyrie Eleison (Most Holy One) is an exquisite setting of an ancient Christian prayer. With a hauntingly beautiful melody and a tender accompaniment this sincere prayer will find its way into the hearts of singers and listeners alike. SATB...00-29409 $1.75 InstruTrax CD...00-29410 $24.95 TRACK 21 The Prayer (with Lead Us, Lord) Words and music by Carole Bayer Sager and David Foster, words adapted by Tom Fettke / arr. Tom Fettke The Prayer, as sung by Celine Dion, Andrea Bocelli, Josh Groban and Yolanda Adams, has in recent years gained the status of instant legend. Few songs have seen such unprecedented success. Here, with slightly adapted lyrics, and brilliantly paired with Samuel S. Wesley s hymn, Lead Us, Lord, Fettke creates a stunning new prayer ideal for worship throughout the year. SATB...00-29310 $1.95 SAB...00-29311 $1.85 2-Part...00-29416 $1.95 InstruTrax CD...00-29312 $24.95 InstruPax...00-29313 $60.00 Sacred Piano How Great Is Our God 12 Popular Praise and Worship Classics Arranged by Tom Fettke Twelve of the most effective Praise and Worship songs of our day have been beautifully arranged for solo piano. In a number of the selections, beloved hymns become part of the arrangements building blocks a bit of the old blended with the new. Book (Early Advanced)...00-27992 $15.95 Spirituals for Worship 10 Inspiring Arrangements for Solo Piano Arranged by Calvin Taylor These gorgeous solo piano settings of traditional spirituals use rich harmonies and sparkling syncopations. Book (Advanced)...00-27928 $12.95