Here is a new setting of “How Firm a Foundation” set to an Irish sound. The unison first stanza emphasizes the strength of the foundation, then gives way to jubilant (and fast!) Celtic variations for the rest of the song. Your choir will enjoy this challenge. Fully orchestrated, you can purchase it here (just visit the “store”).

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Recently a few of my songs were published by an organization known as The Wilds. As far as other music publishers go, this publishing arm of a Christian camp and conference center in North Carolina, is a relatively small operation. However, I love it when they release my music for two main reasons: 1) their demos are top notch, including a great sounding choir, and full orchestrations (which is very cool!) and 2) I deeply identify with the purpose of their ministry (which seems to me to be the spiritual growth of the church primarily through their camping ministry).

Everlasting Praise was written quite a few years back, and is now available through The Wilds as a print-on-demand product. You can purchase it here (just visit their store). This great text by Duane Nichols is sure to encourage your congregation and choir to worship God with “everlasting praise.”

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Publisher’s description: There is a gentle sincerity at the heart of this new song of devotion that is unmistakable. A plethora of unison singing helps ease learning and clarifies the words for choirs of any size. An appropriate choice for the traditional/transitional church, this selection can be accompanied by rhythm band or just piano optimizing the choices you have for programming.

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Purchase “Offering” here.

Publisher’s description: A clever play on words inaugurates this gospel classic, but as a sermon in song it offers much more than a holiday catch phrase. This thoughtful message takes our gaze beyond the Bethlehem cradle and shows us the cross of Calvary. Ideal for Christmas communion moments, this inspiring holiday message will challenge your spirit to remember that Mary’s child was the Lamb of God born to redeem us.

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Publisher’s description: A bright and energetic setting of the traditional tune, Koerts’ arrangement is sure to open your Christmas service with a beckoning note of joy. Full orchestration is available for download at sacredaudio.com.

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Publisher’s description: This familiar invitational text by J. Edwin Orr receives a new meaning from the simple, original melody and flowing arrangement. James Koerts provides another singable anthem for your worship service.

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Publisher’s description: In this James Koerts original, a martial rhythm and soaring melody convey a determined dependence on God as we fight for freedom. Patriotism abounds in this dramatic picture of the amazing grace that guides and sustains each of us through battle. Optional parts for trumpet and snare drum are available.

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The wait is over! Many have asked, How (or when) can I get the sheet music for the songs on your Wondrous Love CD? I’m pleased to announce that all of the songs from Wondrous Love have been published by Alfred Music Publishing in two Sacred Performer Collections: Wondrous Hymns, Books 1 & 2.

Wondrous Hymns, Book 1

Book 1 titles include: Amazing Grace, Day by Day, He Leadeth Me, Jesus Is All the World to Me, Love Lifted Me, My Redeemer, Only Trust Him, ’Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus.

Purchase Wondrous Hymns, Book 1

Wondrous Hymns, Book 2

Book 2 titles include: Crown Him with Many Crowns, Holy, Holy, Holy, I Sing the Mighty Power of God, I Stand Amazed in the Presence, It Is Well with My Soul, Our Great Savior, The Solid Rock, What Wondrous Love Is This?

Purchase Wondrous Hymns, Book 2

And just in case you missed it, last year Alfred Music released Wondrous Christmas, a collection of Christmas piano arrangements.

Wondrous Christmas

Wondrous Christmas titles include: Angels We Have Heard on High, Away in a Manger, Good Christian Men, Rejoice, Hark! The Herald Angels Sing, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, The Holly and the Ivy, Joy to the World, O Come, All Ye Faithful, O Holy Night with Silent Night, O Little Town of Bethlehem, We Wish You a Merry Christmas.

Purchase Wondrous Christmas

Publisher Description: Here is a modern sacred standard arranged with sensitivity for choir. Often sung as a solo or praise chorus, this spiritually dynamic offering captures the mystery and majesty of personal worship. Easy to learn, but hard to forget!

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Publisher Description: Celebrate joy with this modern hymn from the inspired pen of Keith Getty. Touched by arranging excellence, this brilliant affirmation of praise makes an excellent general use anthem or an opening call to worship and adoration. The entire gospel story in one anthem!

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Publisher Description: This beautiful arrangement is a collective statement of faith and resolve to be the church that God has called the community of faith to be. A contemporary hymn by the dynamic writing team of Getty, Getty, and Townend, it is a sturdy and inspiring anthem suitable for mission and outreach emphases or church anniversaries.

Publisher Description: James Koerts has created a beautiful choral arrangement of the splendid hymn by Getty, Getty, and Townend. The piece begins by conveying a sense of awe at the birth of Jesus and moves to a feeling of agitation in contemplation of Jesus bearing the burden of our sins. The final verse is rich and full as it proclaims the hope that Jesus brings—God’s gift in love to the world.

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