Philip W. J. Stopford: The King Of Love My Shepherd Is (SATB)

The King of Love My Shepherd Is by Philip W. J. Stopford for SATB divisi, a cappella.

Bread of Heaven

Let Us Break Bread Together

Lord Jesus Christ, Life-Giving Bread

This 19th-century text is perhaps best known to Lutherans but deserves a wider awareness. In many ways it parallels the ideas in Psalm 23. Set to a graceful original melody, this anthem is perfect for World Communion Sunday or any time when you want the anthem to focus on our personal response to the Eucharist. Duration: 3:00

Bread of the World: Songs for Worship

Oh Lord, Have Mercy: Let Us Break Bread Together

When We Eat This Bread : Lord Jesus Christ, You Have Prepared

All Creatures of Our God and King

All Creatures of Our God and King

The King of Love My Shepherd Is

This hymn concertato begins with a lovely flute and organ introduction which quotes the tune (ST. COLUMBA) with some elaborations. Six stanzas in all, three in unison, two in two-part mixed texture, and one written for choir (SAB) and flute alone. A reproducible congregational page is available as a complementary download. Duration 4:00 This hymn concertato begins with a lovely flute and organ introduction which quotes the tune (ST. COLUMBA) with some elaborations. Six stanzas in all, three in unison, two in two-part mixed texture, and one written for choir (SAB) and flute alone. A reproducible congregational page is available as a complementary download. Duration 4:00

The King of Love My Shepherd Is : Flute Part

Day of Arising

An accessible arrangement for two-part voices of a hymn with text by Susan Palo Cherwien and tune RAABE by Carl Schalk. The text compares the story of Jesus appearing on the roadway to the disciples with our own lives and how Christ is revealed to us through the breaking of bread. Optional oboe or clarinet makes this interesting and effective for choirs of all ages. Duration: 3:30

O Savior of Our Fallen Race

This text found in the 1978 Lutheran Book of Worship has been given a new tune by the composer until the fourth stanza when the tune PICARDY takes over for a majestic ending, using the text "King of Kings, yet born of Mary" from a different source. Accessible unison and SATB writing with a few brief places where men's voices and women's voices sing alone. Duration: 4:00 This text found in the 1978 Lutheran Book of Worship has been given a new tune by the composer until the fourth stanza when the tune PICARDY takes over for a majestic ending, using the text "King of Kings, yet born of Mary" from a different source. Accessible unison and SATB writing with a few brief places where men's voices and women's voices sing alone. Duration: 4:00

Eucharistic Acclamations on Diademata

Matthew Koraus has crafted a sturdy and very singable set of acclamations for the Eucharistic Prayer based on the hymn tune Diademata, ideal for the long season of Easter as well as Christ the King and other festive times. His adaptation of Elvey's hymn tune includes unexpected touches such as passing tones, rhythmic variations, and inventive harmonies, enabling the acclamations to remain fresh over time. Holy, Holy, Holy, all 3 Memorial Acclamations, and Amen are arranged for Assembly, Choir (in unison or with Descant), and Organ, with optional Two Trumpets or Brass Quartet. Instrumental Parts include: Trumpets I and II in B-flat and C, Horn in F (substitute for TromboneI), Trombones I and II

Let Us Go Rejoicing : Fanfare, Introit, and Procession for the Dedication of a Church

Peter Latona's setting of the Entrance Antiphon for the Dedication of a Church is a perfect balance of solemnity and festivity. It opens with a brass and organ fanfare (echoed later by organ alone) and a chant-like choral section. Then the antiphon unfolds—easily sung by the assembly, while the verses offer some "meat" for SATB choir. Brass Quintet is used well throughout, supporting the antiphons and decorating the verses. Appropriate also for church anniversaries, the Feast of the Dedication of St. John Lateran, Christ the King C, or other festive liturgies. Duration: 8:00 Instrumental Parts include: Trumpets I and II in B-flat and C, Horn in F, Trombone I and II, Timpani Part of the Cathedral Series.