From Depths Of Woe

Based on the penitential text of Psalm 130. Ideal for Ash Wednesday, Lent, or at times of corporate confession and absolution. Full score and instrumental parts available ELECTRONIC DELIVERY ONLY, (97-7196).

With this English edition of selections from Der Jahrkreisby Hugo Distler, his church music now becomes available to any parish choir willing to adventure. The musical language may at first be unfamiliar; singers will have to sing well-tuned dissonances and perhaps more difficult for most, to sing…

Carl F. Schalk has composed five new motets for SATB choir a cappella based on classic Lutheran chorales. Written in a restrained contrapuntal style that is reminiscent of the 16th and 17th centuries, these choral gems exemplify the appealing harmonic language of Schalk. The five independent motets…

…We Praise You, Jesus, at Your Birth by Kevin HildebrandEpiphany * The Only Son from Heaven by Mark Knickelbein * To Jordan Came the Christ, Our Lord by Carl F. SchalkA Reformation EasterLent * From Depths of Woe I Cry to Thee by Kenneth T. Kosche * Lamb of God, Pure and Holy by Jonathan R.…

Twenty-five settings from Michael Praetorius’ Musae Sioniae and edited by Carl F. Schalk, these are simple four-part settings in cantional style. Cantional style settings were characterized by the melody appearing in the upper part (in contrast to the earlier practice of placing it in the…

Downloadable instrumental parts for 98-3879. Based on the penitential text of Psalm 130. Ideal for Ash Wednesday, Lent, or at times of corporate confession and absolution.

…Sing (SAB, Solo T); All Glory Be to God on High (SAB); The Will of God Is Always Best (SAB); Lord, Send Me What You Will (SSAA); O Lord, Look Down from Heaven, Behold (SSA); God Is Now Our Sure Defense (SSA); Blessed Are the Dead (SSAB); From Depths of Woe I Cry to Thee (SAB); Triple Amen (SSA or T)

…gives light and life Mid tumult, tempest, stress, and strife. Though heavy crosses now we bear, In Jesus’ cross we gladly share. From depths of woe we cry to You; Our broken hearts, O Lord, renew. You know our pain, our bleak despair; Lord, quickly come. Lord, hear our prayer. When doubt…

…Arise, O Christian People; Canonic Litany; Christians, Gather Round; Come, Follow Me," the Savior Spake; Come, Holy Ghost, Creator Blest; From Depths of Woe I Cry to Thee; Gabriel’s Message Does Away; Heaven’s Dawn Is Breaking Brightly; Here, O My Lord, I See Thee Face to Face; Jesus Christ, Our…

Eight accessible hymn preludes useful throughout the Church Year. The Hymn Tune Innovations series features the inventive and thoughtful organ compositions of Benjamin M. Culli.

Eight hymn preludes by Alfred V. Fedak in a variety of styles, keys, and textures. Each tune highlights an important phrase from the hymn text and brings it into focus through the music. All but the last prelude are quiet and contemplative, with the final statement of “This truth remains…

This accomplished composer creates phenomenal musical interpretations of well-known hymn tunes. He has an unprecedented capacity to mold together registration and motives that are exciting to accomplish and enjoyable to hear. The pedal lines are fairly easy, making this edition completely rewarding…

Hymns for All Saints provides engaging settings of traditional hymnody with superb vocal clarity, orchestral sounds, and organ.

An exciting collection of eight newly-composed preludes from our best composers, including Kohrs, Kosche, and Shaw. These arrangements are all based on sixteenth-century hymns for Lent, Easter, and Pentecost.Buy the set and save 20%!Together with A Reformation Christmas and A Reformation…

A second set of chorale preludes by venerable composer Harald Rohlig.

Benjamin M. Culli contributes the second volume in the For Manuals Only series, which features pieces written specifically for organ with no pedals required. These twelve musically substantive preludes and three pieces on an original theme are useful throughout the year and will appeal to organists…

Martin Luther: Hymns, Ballads, Chants, Truth This monumental recording project presents, for the first time, a complete recording of all the hymns, ballads, and chants composed or authored by Martin Luther. This four-CD set provides numerous vocal and instrumental settings combining Renaissance,…

This volume includes many compositions by historic and modern day composers treating the hymnody that has been shaped by the tunes and texts of the Reformation theologian. A wealth of literature for Sunday morning organists and scholars alike.

Another large set of hymn introductions from John Eggert, this time focused on hymns with Reformation themes. Not just for Reformation Day, these introductions span the Church Year, including Advent, Christmas, Lent, and Pentecost. Use these settings to encourage meaningful and wholehearted…

…settings still sparkle with innovative harmonies and exuberant rhythmic flourishes. Over time, some of these chorales have changed in common usage from how they were originally published in 1650. This new edition of Samuel Scheidt’s chorales, edited by Steven Rhode, matches the keys, notes,…

…may be played by other instruments. The descants and melodies correspond to the keys and harmonizations found in Lutheran Service Book: Accompaniment for the Hymns (Order No. 03-1173), and the keyboardist should play from that book. These descants are fun to play and supportive of the hymn texts.

Lutheran Choral Anthology: The 16th Century Edited by Carl F. Schalk and William H. Braun This anthology of choral selections from the 1500s and early 1600s reflects the richness and diversity of choral music in early Lutheranism. This collection provides an opportunity for many largely unknown…

Comprehensive organ preludes based on the hymn tunes of Lutheran Service Book. In the tradition of The Parish Organist and the Concordia Hymn Prelude Series, this is the first of 12 volumes of creative, substantive, and practical preludes for every organist and congregation. The Library •…

This reproducible collection of hymn settings for 4-part male chorus is based on the practical editions of Henry Gerike. Hymns for use throughout the church year are included. Male quartets will also enjoy these settings.