Individual Selections
GMSMP0016
Utilizing the Tune: ALL THINGS BRIGHT 76.76 with Refrain by W. H. Monk, 1823-1889 rather than the familiar Tune: ROYAL OAK 76.76. with Refrain makes All Things Bright and Beautiful a fresh and exciting setting for the 6-verse text by Cecil Frances Alexander, 1818-1895 celebrating God as Christ as Sovereign Creator. The arrangement is scored for Trumpets I, II; Harp; Choir/Congregation; Organ; and String Orchestra. This setting serves well as a General Worship or Children's Day hymn.
GMSMP0017
Based on Psalms 103 and 150 Praise To The Lord, The Almighty stands as a grand definitive Worship Hymn. The familiar text of Joachim Neander, 1680 (Trans. by Catherine Winkworth, 1863) captures the essence of what true Worship should be in light of the teaching of these two Psalms. This arrangement is scored for Trumpets I, II; Timpani; Choir/Congregation; Organ; and String Orchestra. This setting is concluded with a responsive Choral Alleluia-Amen Finale
GMSMP0018
The Hymn Great God Of Wonders with text by Samuel Davies, 1723-1761; and Tune: SOVEREIGNTY by John Newton, 1725-1807, may not be familiar to some. This Hymn quickly wins congregational approval as its four spiritually profound verses followed by an uplifting Refrain reaffirms and celebrates the Sovereignty of God. The basses will particularly like this Hymn, as they encounter a strong moving bass line that is fun to sing. This arrangement concludes with a Choral/Instrumental Finale based on the text of Revelation 15:3b.
GMSMP0019
The Hymn Hosanna To The Living Lord! with text by Reginald Heber, 1827; and Tune: HOSANNA by John B. Dykes 1865 is an exciting Worship Hymn that rehearses important absolute truths: Vs. 1 declares Christ as the Incarnate Word- John. 1:1,14; as Creator- Colossians 1:16; as Savior-Ephesians 5:23, Philippians 3:20; as King- Philippians 2:9-11, I Timothy 6:14-15. Vs. 2 presents the angels and saints in worship of Christ- perhaps pictured in Revelation 19:1-4, 6-7. The ladies present in vs. 3 the promise of the Savior's presence amid the believers- Matthew 18:20. The men present in vs. 4 the indwelling of the Spirit and the conversion of the believer's body into the temple of the Holy Spirit- I Corinthians 6:1920; II Corinthians 6:17; Galatians 4:6,7.
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GMSMP
I-1
This is an instrumental arrangement of the Hymn We Plow The Fields, And Scatter. This arrangement is scored for: Flute; Oboe; Clarinet; Piano; Organ; Trumpets Iⅈ Trombone; Tuba; and String Orchestra. It is suitable for use as a Service Prelude, Offertory; or Festival Thanksgiving/Harvest hymn. Many hymnbooks include this hymn. A Power Point slide presentation of the hymn text supported by appropriate visual backgrounds is also available for those who are equipped with this technology.
SOPGMSMP01 CHRIST OUR GRAND REALITY
A hymn setting of the tune CHESTER: by William Billings (1746-1800) considered to be the first recognized American composer. The text of Christ Our Grand Reality, written by Thomas J. Doeppers, 2003 centers on truths expressed in the New Testament book of Ephesians, chapters 1-4. This is a good festival or general Worship hymn. The arrangement includes a responsive choral finale by the Congregation and Choir. Power Point text slides are available for those equipped with this technology. Purchase includes copy permission notice, as this hymn will not appear in hymnbooks. Copies may be made and placed in Worship Bulletin.
SOPGMSMP02 LIFT UP YOUR HEADS, YE MIGHTY GATES
Based on Psalm 24 Lift Up Your Heads, Ye Mighty Gates provides a hymn setting appropriate as a festival or general opening Worship hymn. It is a hymn text that anticipates the return of the King, the Lord, to establish His eternal reign. It is a summons to all to give Him admission. Power Point slides of hymn text available
SOPGMSMP03 O PRAISE YE THE LORD
Based on Psalm 149:1, O Praise Ye The Lord is a hymn of praise to the Redeemer. "Much of the power of godliness in the heart consists in making God our chief joy and solacing ourselves in Him; and our faith in Christ is described by our rejoicing in Him. We must sing a new song, sing with new affections, which make the song new, though the words have been used before" - Matthew Henry. This arrangement provides an exciting setting of C.H.H. Parry's music. The hymn concludes with a Choir-Congregation series of responsive choral amens. Power Point slides of hymn text available.
SOPGMSMP04 WORSHIP HYMN
Based on Scriptural promises: And I, if I be lifted up from the earth, will draw all (men) unto me. John 12:32; Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved. Acts 4:12; Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name: That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of (things) in heaven, and (things) in earth, and (things) under the earth; And (that) every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ (is) Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Philippians 2:9-11 Worship Hymn is a two verse hymn with a choral Scripture lesson (John 4:23,24) sung by the choir between the two verses. This serves to provide a festival or general opening Worship Hymn. Power Point slides of hymn text available.
SOPGMSMP05 LET EARTH AND HEAVEN AGREE + THE LORD JEHOVAH REIGNS;
YE VIRGIN SOULS, ARISE; YET ANOTHER YEAR
Let Earth and Heaven Agree is a general Worship hymn that celebrates the Savior and aspects of His great salvation and mandates for His believers. Set to The tune St. John (Trumpet) is a wonderful vehicle for this Charles Wesley text as well as three other Wesley Hymn texts: The Lord Jehovah Reigns is an exciting text dealing with the majesty, glory, omnipotence, holiness, and amazing grace of God. Ye Virgin Souls, Arise is a text that anticipates the return of our blessed Lord based on Revelation 1:7; 22:20. Yet Another Year based on Luke 13:8-9 encourages the "awakening of all that enjoy the means of grace to see to it that the temper of their minds and the tenor of their lives be answerable to their opportunities, for that is the fruit required." - Matthew Henry Power Point slides of Hymn text available
SOPGMSMP06 LOOK, YE SAINTS! THE SIGHT IS GLORIOUS
Based on Titus 2:13 Look, Ye Saints! The Sight Is Glorious anticipates the celebration of the glorious appearing of our Lord and Savior. This is the blessed hope of all believers. Power Point slides of Hymn text available
SOPGMSMP07 O WORSHIP THE KING
This familiar Hymn, O Worship the King, based on Psalm 104 stirs us to celebrate God's greatness, majesty, and sovereign dominion which ought to be done in the most stately lofty strains of poetry and music. Power Point slides of hymn text available.
SOPGMSMP08 THE HEAD THAT ONCE WAS CROWNED WITH THORNS IS CROWNED WITH
GLORY NOW!
An appropriate Hymn for general worship, The Head That Once Was Crowned With Thorns Is Crowned With Glory Now is particularly useful in celebrating the Easter Resurrection service. The text is based on Hebrews 2:9-10 where the writer proceeds to remove the scandal of the cross. Power Point Slides of Hymn text available.
SOPGMSMP09 HOLY, HOLY, HOLY, LORD
At a time when society rarely considers the Holiness of God, Holy, Holy, Holy, Lord is a Worship Hymn that rehearses the Holiness of God, His glory, and His Majesty and Sovereignty. Power Point Slides of Hymn text available.
SOPGMSMP10 HYMN TO GOD, THE FATHER
Hymn To God, The Father is a General or Fathers' Day Worship Hymn. The focus of this Charles Weslley text is the exaltation and worship of God, the Father. Power Point hymn text slides available.
SOPGMSMP11 ONCE IN DAVID'S ROYAL CITY
Here is an arrangement of the familiar Christmas Hymn Once In David's Royal City This arrangement incorporates exciting brass fanfare statements to underscore the dignity of this wonderful Christmas Hymn. Particularly appropriate as an opening (processional) Worship hymn. Power Point hymn text slides available.
SOPGMSMP12 RAISE THE PSALM: LET EARTH ADORING
Based on Psalm 96, Raise the Psalm: Let Earth Adoring utilizes a magnificent text penned by Charles Wesley. It is a stunning call for restoring praises to God; declaring His high salvation, His eternal reign, His creating/sustaining power. It anticipates His return to judge the world with righteousness, and the people with His truth. Power Point text slides available.
GMSMP0020 THINE BE THE GLORY
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As a musical vehicle, the tune MACCABAEUS: George F. Handle, 1685-1759 is perfectly fitted to the text inspired by Edmond L. Budry, 1854-1932, and translated by Richard B. Hoyle, 1875-1939. This is a powerful hymn to celebrate the all-important truth of the Resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
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GMSMP0021 BEFORE THE THRONE OF GOD ABOVE
Set to the tune WARRINGTON: Ralph Harrison, 1748-1810, the text by Charitie L. de Chenez, 1841-1923 celebrates the believer's standing before a Holy Righteous God; as secured by the suffering, death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ.
GMSMPOO22 REJOICE! REJOICE, BELIEVERS
Set to the music ES FLOG EIN KLEINS WALDVÖGELEIN Memmingen ms., 17th C: the text by Laurentius Laurenti, 1660-1722 and translated by Sarah Borthwick Findlater, 1823-1907 reproves the Church to be watching for the return of the Lord Jesus Christ.
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