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This soulful ballad calls us to lift each other up as we pray for the person on our right and our left. The text says it all: 'They may seem strong, but we don't know all of the struggles and the burd...

From the first beat of the first measure, this John Parker and Joel Raney gospel original is sure to set your toes a-tappin'. You know the story of the shepherds in the field, keeping watch over their...

Set in a blues-gospel style, Joel Raney provides an exciting rhythmic, yet surprisingly accessible, treatment to this time-honored, 19th century hymn. The setting begins with a fresh change to 3/4 tim...

Superb choral writing distinguishes Lloyd Larson's arrangement of this familiar spiritual as uniquely distinct from all others. A solid piano accompaniment supports the lush, 4-part vocals, and togeth...

Jack Schrader's inspired setting of a popular Palm Sunday text set in a gospel style equals a joyful 'gospel hosanna. ' With its exuberant, rollicking style, this praise anthem is appropriate for a va...

A rousing collection of classic gospel hymns are sewn together by composer Joel Raney, using the key command to 'stand up' in faith and trust in God. This enthusiastic medley is a compelling toe tappe...

Here is a communion anthem with a text by Mary Kay Beall that invites the community of Christ to gather 'round the table of the Lord -- to 'come and be made whole. ' The gospel-style SAB setting by Jo...

Lloyd Larson's setting of this heartfelt African American spiritual makes for a moving Lenten anthem. The optional, reproducible cello part is included in the octavo and further enhances the dramatic...

Everyone loves to sing the old, gospel hymns that remind us of our faith journey and of those who have gone on to sing with the saints in glory. This exuberant Joel Raney medley combines many favorite...

In this spiritual the 'river' symbolizes life and 'crossing over into campground' symbolizes a yearning for deliverance, salvation and freedom in God's Promised Land. Lloyd Larson captures the signifi...

Celebrating the power of the Holy Spirit, this rousing anthem is released just in time for Pentecost Sunday. Lloyd Larson's rhythmic-driven setting comes from his larger musical celebration of Traditi...

Brimming with black gospel flavor, this rousing new Joel Raney arrangement of the traditional spiritual is sure to create a powerful moment in any worship service. This is fun to sing and a great way...

All of the essential elements of a signature Joel Raney gospel anthem are included here in an uplifting, new presentation combining original words and melody with the familiar song 'I Have Decided to...

Utilizing the traditional spiritual, 'I Want Jesus to Walk with Me, ' Jack Schrader has crafted a moving blues/gospel-style ballad. This prayerful setting also features an original melody in the middl...

Celebrate the Christmas season with this rousing, gospel anthem from Lloyd Larson that is fun to sing and makes us witness to the birth of Jesus through the eyes of the shepherds and the angelic hosts...

Celebrate the season with this rousing arrangement that retells the Christmas story from the shepherd's perspective using the familiar words from the traditional spiritual 'Rise Up, Shepherd, and Foll...

For Communion, here is a useful ecumenical text that's been set to new music by composer Joel Raney, with an easy 'gospel' feel. The verse/refrain format could easily be sung using cantors (soloists)...

This delightful presentation of the classic spiritual recalling the story of Joshua's battle at Jericho is heard here with an energetic and playful, optional 4-hand piano accompaniment. This Lloyd Lar...

This delightful presentation of the classic spiritual recalling the story of Joshua's battle at Jericho is heard here with an energetic and playful, optional 4-hand piano accompaniment. This Lloyd Lar...

Inspired by Matthew 24:30-31 and Revelation 19:11-16, this rollicking, gospel celebration by Bert Stratton with music by Vicki Courtney reminds us that Jesus will return again and take us to a joyous,...

Incorporating 'Shall We Gather at the River, ' this Joel Raney setting is brimming with a 'gospel' foundation that exhibits the promise and hope of eternal life when we will meet on that beautiful sho...

The story of Christmas unfolds in this delightful retelling that highlights the shepherds' journey to the 'city of David. ' The music captures the essence of an original spiritual complete with a call...

Jack Schrader lends this historic chestnut a 'gospel' touch in his newest choral setting for SATB with piano accompaniment. Choirs and congregants alike will enjoy this nostalgic journey proclaiming t...

Joel Raney partners this traditional spiritual with 'Amazing Grace' and complements them with a rollicking 4-hand piano part. Choirs will enjoy the familiarity of pairing these two favorites.

Joel Raney partners this traditional spiritual with 'Amazing Grace' and complements them with a rollicking 4-hand piano part. Choirs will enjoy the familiarity of pairing these two favorites.