There is a pristine beauty in this setting of Longfellow's classic poem. Using winter as a spiritual metaphor, the text takes us from despair to hope, reminding us of the true heart of Christmas. The music, almost minimalistic in nature, floats like snow above a crystal piano accompaniment. Slowly but with great elegance, the material develops and expands, the winsome text swirling around us until finally finding rest in the promise of God's renewing love and the deep resonance of the final chords. Serenity in sound!

Composer: Brad Nix

There is a pristine beauty in this setting of Longfellow's classic poem. Using winter as a spiritual metaphor, the text takes us from despair to hope, reminding us of the true heart of Christmas. The music, almost minimalistic in nature, floats like snow above a crystal piano accompaniment. Slowly but with great elegance, the material develops and expands, the winsome text swirling around us until finally finding rest in the promise of God's renewing love and the deep resonance of the final chords. Serenity in sound!

Arranger: Brad Nix | Composer: Brad Nix

This lively arrangement for SATB chorus and piano with solo violin and string bass included in the octavo and an optional string orchestra accompaniment is based on a sturdy American hymn tune with a text by Reginald Heber. A banjo inspired piano accompaniment provides sparks while the tune is presented first in unison, then in canon, next adorned with mirrored countermelodies, with the refrains growing in intensity following each verse.

Arranger: Shawn Kirchner

Uses: General, Unity Scripture: Deuteronomy 33:27a; Psalm 18:1-13; Philippians 2:14 This soulful combination of Leaning on the Everlasting Arms and Lean on Me works well in this stellar arrangement from Pepper Choplin. Your basses will love the added vocal line that features them on the final refrain! Rhythm parts (pno, syn, gtr, b, dm) available as a digital download.

Arranger: Pepper Choplin | Composer: Bill Withers

This is a gospel transformation of the ancient German Christmas carol. The rhythm is changed to 3/4 throughout, the melody is adorned with passing tones that create graceful arcs, and the piano accompaniment is filled with gospel-style rhythmic and harmonic gestures.

Arranger: Shawn Kirchner

The gentle praises of the shepherds are set to music in this Mac Huff original. Flowing lines and dynamic contrasts help complete this pastoral picture.Available separately: 3-Part and 2-Part. ShowTrax CD also available. Performance Time: Approx. 3:00.

Composer: Mac Huff

The Latin phrase 'majora canamus' (so let us sing of greater things) is blended with an original text. The music is bright and joyous, and will work equally well as a call to worship or anthem. Duration: ca. 3:35.

Composer: David Lantz III

Unison vocal textures on winsome melodies predominate in this inspirational setting of three Shaker tunes: O Brethren, Ain't Ye Happy?; Love Is Little and Simple Gifts. A lively, lilting piano accompaniment adds momentum throughout, calling to mind the exuberance of Shaker services.

Arranger: Shawn Kirchner