Pepper Choplin's Choral Anthems

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Twenty-one of my favorite original

choral pieces

EASTER MUSICALS

NEW RELEASES FOR 2009

Blessings Over Me – Alfred

Come to Me, Stay with Me, – Shawnee A8699

COME TOUCH THE ROBE – Lorenz Easter musical

I Hear the Prophet Callin’ – Lorenz Christmas musical 65/2005L (SAB: 65/2006L)

Heaven’s Choir – Lorenz 10/3867

Look Up, Way Down – Alfred 00-31171

Lord I Call You Friend - Shawnee

Silent Night for All the World – Fred Bock Music JG2399

Soldiers of the Cross – Lorenz 10/3831L (SAB: 10/3831L)

The Spirit Makes All Things New – 10/3788L view sample

This Won’t Get Me Down - Alfred

Upon This Rock – Lorenz 10/3906L

You Are the Christ – Hinshaw HMC2180A view sample Brass and handbell parts: HMC2180

RELEASES FOR 2008

Amen Is Where We Begin – Lorenz 10/3785L view sample

Bring Them In – Lorenz 10/3710L view sample

Care for Creation – Shawnee A8698

Glory Is A-Coming Our Way – Lorenz 10/3714L

God of the Ages - Monarch 10/3624M

Great Jehovah – Shawnee A8751

Holy Mystery – Lorenz 10/3702L

Hungerin’ in My Soul – Shawnee A8756 View sample

I Hear the Prophet Callin’ - Lorenz 10/3751L View sample

Lay Up Your Treasures – Lorenz 10/1461M (new TTBB: 10/3766)

Let the Song Go Forth – Exaltation 10/3642L

Make My Life a Blessing – Shawnee A8731

Peace Will Fill the Grateful Heart – Shawnee See the Music

Anthems in Print (Click on blue title to listen.)

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Amen Is Where We Begin – Lorenz 10/3785L view sample

Arise, O Church, Arise - Hal Leonard This was commissioned by First Baptist Church, Gastonia, NC. This festival type anthem challenges the church to move boldly forward into the future. It includes quote from "Rise Up,O Church of God" and "To God Be the Glory". (opt. brass accomp.)

Bethlehem Procession - Glorysound A 7526 As the men begin with the drum-like, “Come, O come...,” the women soar with a lyrical line which beckons the listener to join the procession to see the Christ child. The piece builds to a joyous call to “come, see the shining light,” then gradually fades into the distance. You can almost feel the procession as it goes by. The optional bongos, tambourine and finger cymbals will make this anthem especially dramatic. A perfect piece to begin a program or to help tell the story of the wise men (Epiphany).

Blessed Are the Peacemakers – Shawnee A 7949 (drum part transcribed by Harold Green)

Blessed Is He - Glorysound This Palm Sunday anthem first appeared in ONCE UPON A TREE.

Blessing Riddle, The - Alfred 21607 I heard Doc Watson sing this folk melody with the words, "I Gave My Love a Cherry". This make a perfect benediction or parting song. A congregational version is incldued at the end to be used after the choir teaches the piece. Since it is a folk melody, it is almost immediately singable by the congregation.

Bring Them In – Lorenz 10/3710L sample

Care for Creation – Shawnee A8698

Carols We Love – Lorenz Piano book with arrangements by Pepper Choplin, Mark Hayes, Lloyd Larson, Mary McDonald, Ruth Elaine Schram & Larry Shackley. Each piece has an article by the arranger telling about the reasons it is a favorite.

Children of Light - Hal Leonard

Christ Is Our Brother – Shawnee From the Easter musical WE WERE THERE

Christ Lives On - Monarch 10/3229M (Available December 2004)

Christ the Lord - Glorysound A 7387 (view score) One of my favorite anthems though it was not a “hit”. This worshipful anthem reflects on how the Christ’s name was first announced. It then calls the listener to praise Jesus as the Christ.. Smooth and contemplative, each verse ends with a smooth soaring line carrying the text, “Jesus, Saviour, Christ, the Lord”.

Christ Will Be Our Banner - Monarch 10/1292P

Christmas Gift, The - Beckenhorst (NEW IN 2004) The piece begins with the congregation singing a nice hymn text to the tune of "The Holly and the Ivy" Their words talk about giving gifts to each other to celebrate Christ's birthday. Then as a surprise, a soloist plays the role of Jesus and asks, "You celebrate my birthday... What is your gift to me?" Then, there is a dialogue that mirrors the Biblical text of Jesus' discussion with His disciples that ends: "When you do it unto the least of these, you do it unto me." The piece encourages the listener to minister to those in need as a Christmas gift to Christ. A very unique idea.

Christmas Hallelujah - Monarch 10/2817M See the Music | A Gospel celebration of the season.

Christmas Joy - Glorysound A 7016 view sample Spiritual for the season. With piano accompaniment.

Church Is An Ark, The - Glorysound A 7661

Church Without Walls - Laurel Press (Lorenz) 10/2768LA
An inspiring prayer that God will lead the people of God to be the church in the world as break down barriers.

Circle of Love - Glorysound (NEW IN 2004) An easy going country/folk anthem that reminds us that we are a circle of love in Christ. "Share the circle of love we've found, God is the center and God sur-rounds us with his love."

Circle of Praise - Glorysound A 7388 (view score) The text calls the listener to join heaven’s never-ending circle of praise. The anthem has a modal feel and setting which is reminiscent of “Carol of the Bells.. The piece begins with an soft, yet energetic opening and builds to a explosive “B” section. Choirs will get caught up in the electricity of this piece.

Close Your Eyes and See – Shawnee A 7979 See the Music A very reflective worship song: “Close your eyes and see God’s glory. Close your lips, speak with your heart. Bring your soul quiet and open. This where God’s work will start.”

Come All Believers - Exaltation 10/3465L See the Music

Come and Rejoice - Glorysound A 7492 This bright energetic song beckons all creation to join as we sing and praise the Lord. Much of the piece is light (unison and 2 part) in texture to propel the bright driving rhythm. The running eighth notes of the piano provide an energetic accompaniment to match. The text was based on a song of David, found in I Chronicles 16:23-36, which was delivered before the Ark of the Covenant. This joyous anthem would serve well as a call to worship or to add to a special celebration.

Come to Me, Stay with Me, – Shawnee A8699 There is a lot of heart in this one. I wrote it during a supremely challenging time. I was so pleased with the demo produced by Joe Martin and the Shawnee Singers.

Come to the Water - Alfred SATB: 19935 See the Music Mp3 Audio 2 part: 19936

Comfort and Joy – Alfred 26462 (2 pt: 26463)

Creator of It All - Hal Leonard

Creator Rhythm - Monarch 10/3438M See the Music HIGH on the cool factor. With an African beat, the music and text focuses on the touch of creation that in all of nature and in every human heart. Listen for the rainstorm in the middle verse.

Crossing Over There – Hope C 5410 An optimistic song of yearning for the joys of heaven. (rhythm:C 5410R and rehearsal/accomp CD: C5410C)

Deep Waters - Beckenhorst BP1636 Designed to involve the congregation, this a cappella anthem tells the story of Jesus telling the disciples to go out to DEEP waters to fish. The piece serves to call the church to take risks in doing the ministry of Christ. "Go to deep waters, where only faith will let you go... harvests of faith will overflow. Since the chorus is easily memorized, it can be used as a processional / reccessional.

Do This and Remember Me - Glorysound This first appeared in ONCE UPON A TREE. Approaches the Lord’s Supper as Jesus’ farewell to his disciples.

Down to the Water to Pray – Glorysound A 7681

Draw Us Together - Glorysound A 7593 Written in a light 3/4 Gospel style, the piece is a prayer for church unity. "How can we share the Gospel of peace if peace doesn't live in our hearts?"

Easter Morning, Easter Day – Hal Leonard

Emerald Gates, The – Monarch 10/3348M

Everlasting Arms, The - Glorysound This simple (very popular anthem has a country feel. See who is the last one to remember NOT to sing on the rest!

Everybody Needs Love – Shawnee Children’s piece See the Music

Faith to Face - Glorysound

Family of Faith - Lorenz 10/1657M view a sample | Many of our churches need to live more as a family, or maybe less like a family. This commissioned piece would be good for an anniversary or homecoming. Some churches have used it for family emphasis.

Father Forgive Them - Flammer A 7082 See the Music

Feast of the Lord – Glorysound (view score) Many times we like to do communion in a celebratory way. The anthem has a broad folk feel with a 6/8 meter. Very smooth, yet sparkling and joyous.

Fill-a-Me-Up - Lorenz 10/2807M (New SAB with Spanish text: 10/3439M) This has an African/spiritual feel and includes optional percussion that really makes it cook. This has already received a great response in reading sessions. Performance/Accomp CD: 99/1717M

For the Beauty of the Earth - Glorysound This uses the orignal tune with a contrasting “B” section. The anthem has a very pastoral mood as the accompaniment flows with smooth triplets. From the recording, “Psalms of the Wood”.

Give Me a Song - Alfred 11537 This was one of the most significant musical experiences I've had. It was written to honor a couple who had served their church's music ministry. Three days before their recognition service, the woman died suddenly and the song was premiered instead at her funeral. The text was so appropriate as it spoke of giving our lives to the praise and worship of God.

Give Us a Vision - Monarch 10/1149P

Give Us Peace - Glorysound A 7311 from PSALMS OF THE WOOD. (Click title to for text and recording.)

Glory in the Lord – Hinshaw HMC 2071 A full bodied anthem with a contemporary feel. view sample Orchestration is available: HMC 2071A

Glory Is A-Coming Our Way – Lorenz 10/3714L

God of the Ages - Monarch 10/3624M (2 part) A very graceful, scripture packed anthem which assures us of God’s presence and forgiveness.

God’s Mercy is Wide –Monarch 10/3605M(SAB: 10/3606M)

Goin’ On Up to Bethlehem - Alfred See the Music My choir had a blast singing this rocking Christmas spiritual. "Why do you stand there wasting time? We are going on up to Bethlehem." (Available in SATB and SAB).

Great Jehovah – Shawnee A8751

Guilty of Innocence - Glorysound This first appeared in ONCE UPON A TREE.

Hear Your People Singing - Alfred 17933 See the Music "Hear your people singing, 'We thank you'".The choir teaches this line to the congregation who sings it in response.This song has a reverent chorus feel. It would be especially useful in a church that wishes to incorporate contemporary elements. There are FOUR options for texts: general, communion, thanksgiving and Pentecost. With this flexibility, your congregation could sing it at many times during the year.

Heavens Are Tellilng, The, – Lorenz See the Music

Heaven’s Choir – Lorenz 10/3867

Heaven's Song Glorysound A 7245 See the Music SSAA recording This is from my choral album entitled, PSALMS OF THE WOOD. It is a collection of my choral music accompanied by folk instruments and keyboards. Often, I hear people talk about a need for greater spirituality; to really feel connected to God. This is true even in the secular realm, for there is much discussion about spirituality. “Heaven’s Song” expresses that need in every human heart.

Hem of Your Robe – Alfred A bestseller! Inspired by a passage from Matthew 14: 35-36, this is an original spiritual, sung a cappella with optional shaker

Holy and Mighty - Lorenz 10/3283M (TTBB: 10/3284M) The harmony builds easily in “Barbara Ann” style. For a bright energetic contemporary anthem with a bit of an African feel. A bestseller!

Holy Is the One - Lorenz 10/2412M See the Music

Holy Mystery – Lorenz 10/3702L

Holy Sacrifice, A - Glorysound A7414 See the Music This was written to celebrate the anniversary of Lewis Phillips and his selfless service as Minister of Music at First Baptist Church, Mocksville, NC. The song is a prayer that the offering of our lives and our song will be made holy and acceptable to God. It has the mood of a worship chorus.

Holy Spirit, Light Divine – Church Street Press

How Beautiful Your Name - Glorysound A7030 See the Music One of my favorite oldies. A smooth and meditative worship chorus.

Hungerin’ in My Soul – Shawnee A8756 See the Music

Hymns We Love – Lorenz Piano book with arrangements by Pepper Choplin, Mark Hayes, Lloyd Larson, Mary McDonald, Ruth Elaine Schram & Larry Shackley. Each piece has an article by the arranger telling about the reasons it is a favorite.

I Hear the Prophet Callin’ - Lorenz single anthem 10/3751L View sample

I Hear the Prophet Callin’ – Lorenz Christmas musical 65/2005L (SAB: 65/2006L)

I Will Praise the Lord - Fred Bock Music BG2305 view sample This energetic anthem would be a dynamic way to begin a service, especially if you added percussion instruments. If you are looking for a bright - almost boisterous call to worship, check out this piece.

I Will Sing a Sunday Song - Alfred SATB:19894 View a sample 2 pt:19936

I Wouldn't Miss Heaven for the World - Glorysound This was co-written with Dallas Pearce, who once was a songwriter for Sony Tree. He saw this title on a church sign and I thought it would make a great Gospel anthem.

I'm Going Home - Glorysound (NEW IN 2004) This boisterous Sacred Harp hymn was used in the movie, Cold Mountain. This arrangement puts the hymn into a very vibrant SATB form. Our choir has a blast singing this.

If I Can Stop One Heart from Breaking -Heritage (school and community) 15/2035H

I'm Gonna Sing All the Way to Heaven - Glorysound A 7370 I haven't written much in the "gospel quartet" style, but this idea popped into my head on my way from work one day. The choir sings about hope through the struggles as it rehearses for the ultimate choir in heaven.

In Every Song - Glorysound A 6986 See the Music

In My Father’s House - Glorysound A 7092 See the Music

In the Hands of the Lord - Glorysound A 7496 With its opening lines, “See the hands, see the face, see the miracle of God’s grace,” this tender anthem dedicates the gift of our children to the Lord. I had the words printed on the front cover to make it suitable for a momento of the occassion. Click here for to see the complete text. While the intimate text is perfect for dedications and baptism, the final verse, “when our hands must let them go”, makes this piece especially appropriate during graduate recognition. People of all stages of life will be touched by this poignant text.

Is There Room for a Sinner - Alfred 20905 (SATB arr.) and 20906 (2 part mixed) With a spiritual feel, this is a heart felt confession song. It begins with the reflective question and ends with an up tempo celebration that there IS room for us all.

Isaiah's Vision - Glorysound A 7543 View a sample This piece leads the people through Isaiah's vision of heaven (Is. 6:1-6). A narrator reads the text and the choir reflects on the story. The congregation is encouraged to sing the easily learned chorus. Designed to be a worship experience.

Jazz Hosanna - Fred Bock Music BG2303 See the Music

Jesus, Lord of Light - Warner BSC9711

Jesus Loves You Little One – Exaltation 10/3376L See the Music

Joined at the Heart Glorysound A 7248 from PSALMS OF THE WOOD (Click title for text and recording.)

Joyful Celebration - Alfred 16442 See the Music

Kingdom of the Light – Shawnee A7694

Lazy Chicks – Shawnee Children’s piece for school

Lay Up Your Treasures – Lorenz 10/1461M (new TTBB: 10/3766) My assignment was to write a stewardship piece - not an easy subject. So I went to the words of Jesus as recorded in Matthew. This has appeared in the American Choral Director’s National Convention reading session.

Lead Me Back – Glorysound A7763 See the Music A best seller! A very sincere song of confession and restoration which uses the parable of the prodigal son with optional scripture reading and sheet for congregation.

Let All the People Say Amen – Lorenz 10/3611M

Let the Song Go Forth – Exaltation 10/3642L Traditional anthem with trumpet. A dialogue between layers: “Come, let us worship” and “But how shall we sing and not share the song?”

Let the Word Live in You – Glorysound A8585 See the music

Let the Words of My Mouth - Glorysound A7669 Very worshipful chorus arrangement. The chorus is immediately learned by a congregation. The anthem introduces two sections and then combines them in a cool polyphonic ending.

Light of Mine - Exaltation 10/3468L See the Music For SATB with optional children’s choir, this combines “This Little Light” with “The Lord Is My Light” from the Psalms. Very warm and comforting.

Like a Lighthouse - Lorenz 10/1369P This was commissioned by First Baptist Church in Morehead City, NC (on the coast). The idea came to me as I was walking on the beach near an old lighthouse. It calls the church to be the light of the world.

Listen to the People - Flammer A 6997 Cool folk-like melody with a celtic feel.

Listen to the Silence of Night - Shawnee

Live a Life of Praise - Glorysound A 7109 See the Music Written for a man who gave many years as a church pianist, this anthem includes the hymn, “Holy, Holy, Holy”. The additional text celebrates the giving of ones life to worship leadership. It has been used in music conferences and would be good for music week or musician appreciation.

Look Up, Way Down – Alfred 00-31171

Lord Came Down to the River, The – Hope C 5439

Lord Work a Miracle - Glorysound A 7111 See the Music My pastor was preaching on Jesus turning water into wine and wanted me to find a song to fit the theme. After looking, I gave up and wrote a solo song which became a choir arrangement. It talks about some of the miracles of Jesus then focuses on the ultimate miracle of grace. It is very reflective with a very powerful "B section". By the way, pianists really like this one.

Make My Life a Blessing – Shawnee A8731 View sample

Man of Sorrows, What a Name – Shawnee Based on the Gospel hymn, this piece interprets the text with a very gripping, dramatic flow.

Marching to the Promised Land - Lorenz 10/1232P

Mary and Elizabeth – Shawnee This first appeared in my Christmas musical, “Once Upon a Night”. Some have said this is one of my best pieces. Two soloists assume the roles of Mary and Elizabeth which melds into a final triumph, “My soul magnifies the Lord”.

Messiah Has Come, The – Lorenz 10/3390M

Mighty Good to Praise the Lord – Lorenz 10/3593M

Music of the Morning – Alfred SATB:19052 (SAB:1053)

My Shepherd is the Lord - Glorysound A 6956

Night of the Father’s Love - Shawnee

O Breath of Life - Evergreen See the Music I really enjoyed setting this beautiful hymn text. It has a smooth, dramatic flow for the most part with a big climax on the text, "Revive us, Lord..." It would be great for a service of renewal with worship themes concerning the Holy Spirit. The piano part is very artful and seeks to give a feeling of breath and flow. People have really responded to this one in reading sessions.

Once Upon a Night - Flammer A 7132 With its sense of intimacy and rich harmonies, this would be a great piece to include in a Christmas musical, perhaps as the title song. This could be done very effecti vely with guitar and flute accompaniment.

Once Upon a Tree - Shawnee A 6911

One Solitary Life - Hal Leonard 08740762

One Song – Alfred 20907 (SATB) and 20908 (SAB) Written to honor my friend Neal Eller. The piece calls us to build bridges and tear down walls so we may sing one song united.

One Step He Leads - Glorysound A 7092 This song probably has received the most testimonials. It use a light gospel style to carry the text, "One step he leads and one step I'll follow." Many have said how it brought them comfort and hope in great times of trouble.

Only Worship - Glorysound A 7715

Peace Will Fill the Grateful Heart - Shawnee

People Who Walk in Darkness – Lorenz 10/3174

Power of My Spirit, The - Shawnee A 7876

Praise the Lord Again - Lorenz 10/26055P

Pray for a Miracle – Shawnee A 7939

Pray for the Parents - Glorysound Written for children's choirs, this is a great piece for Mother's Day, Father's Day or a family emphasis.

Pray for the People - Hope C 5542 View Sample

Praying Hands - Glorysound D 5528 SA(T)B View a sample A light c ontemporary ballad about our need to worship amidst our busyness in the Kingdom.

Psalm 146 - Harold Flammer A 7569 View a sample A traditional anthem setting the wonderful text of Psalm 146.

Psalm of Joy - Lorenz 10/1455M

Psalm to the Savior – Hope 5560 view sample

Raise the Christmas Hallelujah – Shawnee A 7947 See the Music This is from ONCE UPON A NIGHT. A dynamic celebration in 6/8. Orchestration and accomp. CD is available.

Rejoice in the Hope – Church Street Press (SSATTB) More challenging a cappella, commissioned by the Gary Bonner Singers

Remember Me - Glorysound A 7424 View a sample The very gentle folk style creates an initmacy of communion. The simplicity and charm of this anthem will draw the listener in to experience the true meaning of the Lord’s Supper. A part is available for violin (or C instrument).

Remember the Passion – Exaltation (Lorenz) 10/3550L This is a dramatic piece that intersperses the chorus and scripture readings from the passion of Christ.

Respect the Lord - Glorysound A light contemporary song for children's choirs about loving the Lord with all our hearts.

Resurrection People - Glorysound A7181 See the Music Co-written with Kerry Johnson and my wife Heather, this is a triumphant chorus for the whole church. Though this would be an ideal chorus for the spring, its universal message is appropriate for the entire year. It served as the theme song for the 1997 NC Baptist Convention. Parts are available for brass quartet/rhythm and full orchestration.

Rise Up! - Hal Leonard A spiritual for Easter. See the Music

Row Together to the Kingdom – Alfred 23693

Runnin' Down to Bethlehem - Glorysound A7425 I loved listening to cajun music at a giant folk festival in NC. I wanted to try my hand at the style and thought the shepherds would provide the perfect subject. Cajun music has an earthy quality and the shepherds were certainly strong, earthy kind of men. This is a boisterous song of celebration that has parts for optional accordian and rhythm section.

Seek and You Shall Find - Warner Bros. BSC9605

Shout for Joy – Shawnee A 7375 An energetic piece with optional guitar and mandolin from my CD, PSALMS OF THE WOOD.

Silent Night for All the World – Fred Bock Music JG2399 (with optional accordion/synth, guitar and congas)

Simeon’s Blessing - Glorysound A 7298 See the Music I wrote this piece to present on Sundays after Christmas. It always seems abrupt when we suddenly stop singing Christmas music. Since the Sundays after Christmas are not our choir's high attendance times, I wrote this rather simply. This anthem could also be included in a program which tells the Christmas story.

Sing! Shout! Praise! - Glorysound A 7205 See the Music This was the first anthem release from my new choral recording, PSALMS OF THE WOOD. The piece has a driving ethnic feel, reminiscent of Celtic music that is so popular today. Building in intensity, the piece erupts into boisterous praise. The recording includes accompaniment of guitar, accordion, violin and bodhran (Irish drum). Instrumental parts are available. (Click title to for text and recording.)

Sing an Old Song to the Lord - Shawnee A 7900 View sample

Sing to the Lord a New Song - Glorysound A 7556 See the Music |An anthem designed to lead the congregation in song. Because of its call and response form, the chorus will be immediately learned by the people the first time they sing it. The demo has a hot rhythm section, but I've done it with piano and/or guitar.

Song of Mission - Monarch 10/26048P

Soldiers of the Cross – Lorenz 10/3831L (SAB: 10/3831L) Click Here to View From my Easter musical, COME TOUCH THE ROBE. Accompaniment CD and orchestration available.

Song of the Saints - Harold Flammer A 7606 This is one of my favorite texts. It is written from the point of view of those who have gone on to heaven. Written in a majestic 3/4 meter, the song is a triumphant reassurance of our eternal life in Christ.

Spirit Makes All Things New, The – Lorenz 10/3788L view sample

A Star – Lorenz 10/1048 Selected by CREATOR MAGAZINE as one of the best anthems of the 90’s. This piece is a Christmas tradition in many churches.

Sweet By and By - Lorenz HANDBELL PIECE See the Music Click Here to Listen

Surely This Was the Son of God – Shawnee

Teach Us to Pray - Glorysound A 6875

Thank You for Coming – Lorenz 10/3637M See the Music A warm uptempo Gospel welcome song with a touch of HUMOR.

There Is Power in Jesus’ Name – Hope C 5533 view sample

This Is My Beloved Son - Exaltation 10/3475L View sample

This Is My Word – Shawnee A 7325 I have been very pleased with the way people have reacted to this one. I wrote this to honor a pastor in his retirement. It is very dramatic and picturesque as it sets the text from Isaiah. I added my own text, "O Lord when I am weary, when it seems all my labors are in vain." It reminds us that we are to be faithful to our call and let the Lord bring about the results. The piano part is dramatic, but I was thrilled with the track and orchestration for this one.

This Won’t Get Me Down - Alfred

Those Who Sow the Peace – Shawnee A 7854 Commissioned by the Gary Bonner Singers. Full orchestration is available from the composer.

Time to Thank the Lord - Glorysound (NEW in 2004) This is a light hearted Cajun style piece that has a very strong message: If you've got enough time to moan and whine and talk about all your troubles, then that's a sign that you've got enough time to come and thank the Lord. Near the end, the congregation is encouraged to join with the chorus of the old Gospel, "Count Your Blessings.

Timeless Song - Glorysound A 7327 See the Music from PSALMS OF THE WOOD. (Click title to for text and recording.)

To Every Generation – Shawnee A 8521 See the Music

Train Up a Child - Glorysound D 5454 See the Music

Tree of Life MY FIRST HINSHAW RELEASE HMC 2024 view sample

True to Your Word – Shawnee A ¾ Gospel song celebrate the power and constancy of the Word of God.

Twelve Days of Christmas Praise, The - Glorysound A 7207 See the Music

Upon This Rock – Lorenz 10/3906L

Waiting – Lorenz 10/3595M scripture and music sequence for Waiting and 1 Samuel 3

Wake Up, Church, Wake Up - Lorenz 10/3048M I got this idea on the way back from a late concert. It begins quietly with the marking, "A bit too sweetly". Then it explodes in arousing call to wake up the church. The final chorus includes the spiritual, "Rise and Shine" (...and give God the glory, glory)

Walk a Mile (arr. by Mark Hayes) - Alfred 19319

Walking Cross the Sea– Lorenz 10/3513M (TTBB also available) This has a slow rocking spiritual feel. With rhythm section and Gospel organ.

We Are Called to Be God's People -Church Street (Genevox) This arrangement was commissioned by the church of the hymn's author, Tom Jackson.

We Are Not Alone Shawnee A 7924

We Say “Amen” Exaltation 10/3328L

We’ve Got the Spirit – Lorenz 10/2987M See the Music A cappella spiritual style.

Welcome All to Worship - Glorysound A 7601 The church that commissioned this piece wanted to stress that all are welcome to come and worship the Lord together. This bright, energetic anthem is a great way to begin as we encourage all to enter into God's presence.

Well Done, My Faithful Servant - Exaltation 10/3617L

Who Is the King? - Flammer A 7163 I know I'm not the first to set this text, but I think you'll find something fresh here. It has a driving energy with modal harmonies that will provide a dynamic way to begin a service. Parts for brass quintet and timpani are available.

Who is This Babe of Bethlehem - Glorysound A 6872

Whisper a Prayer for Me - Glorysound A 7624 Inspired by words of my mother, this expresses encouragement and support as friends pray for each other. This piece could support worship themes such as prayer, compassion, sending out of mission groups, farewell services or graduation Sunday.

Whoa Mule, Whoa – Shawnee Children’s piece for school.

Within These Walls – Lorenz 10/3609M (SAB: 10/3610M) Former number: 10/26045P

Wonderful Grace of Jesus - Lorenz 10/1156

Worship as One – Shawnee Part of my Greystone Worship Series, this is a great piece to tech to the congregation.

Worship You with My Life - Hal Leonard 08744591 (by Tina English, my arrangement)

Yes Lord - Glorysound This is a high energy, contemporary gospel number. "Yes is our answer. What's your question gonna be?" Our pastor told the story of visiting a church in which the pastor came to the pulpit and started praying over and over, "Yes, Lord. Yes, Lord." The congregation began singing the same phrase with their own improvised tunes. After a bit, the pastor motioned for the singing to cease and then said, "Lord, that is our answer, now what is your question?" I fashioned this chorus and had the congregation sing it at the end of that service. The verses include the stories of Samuel and Jesus' disciples who said "yes" to the Lord.

You Are Forever God - Lorenz 3709L

You Are Lord - Lorenz 10/1283P

You Are the Christ – Hinshaw HMC2180A view sample (Brass/handbells: HMC2180A)

You Supply My Every Breath – Lorenz 2906M See the Music This has a cool jazz feel which matched the sense of comfort and gratitude I felt as I wrote this piece. Though it is a humble tribute of praise and thanksgiving, it also reminds those who are suffering that God is "there through every test".

You’re Always There - Lorenz 10/3293M sA dynamic 6/8 praise and worship anthem.