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Religious Musical Arrangements

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AGNUS DEI (Lamb of God) from A Mass for Winter Solstice

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This piece was written in 1991 as part of a composite project involving several Alaskan composers and poets, and was premiered by the Fairbanks Choral Society. The style of the work (meaning the complete project) was to use the traditional Roman Catholic mass, with each movement assigned to a different Alaskan composer and with each movement containing a poem by an Alaskan poet! Words of the traditional Latin chant (Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi, miserere nobis, dona eis pacem) are combined with "Absence Wild", a poem describing an Alaskan whiteout, written by Jerah Chadwick, who served on the faculty of University of Alaska in Unalaska and directed UA's rural program for the Aleutian Islands. The Agnus Dei is one of the movements which seems to lend itself well to being performed separately, without the other movements. The required musical forces are SATB choir, two soprano soloists, organ and tympani. Performance time: Approx. 10 minutes. 13 pages.

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AND THE TREES DO MOAN

This arrangement is based on a Southern Mountain folksong. It is scored for mezzo soloist with piano and flute accompaniment. A women's chorus, preferably off stage, provides the "moaning" of the trees in the background. Vocal score with piano and flute parts. Performance time: Approx. 5 minutes.

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AT THE HOUR OF MIDNIGHT

The Hispanic-flavored choir concert I was accompanying needed a special opening number, preferably involving the children's chorus that regularly sang with the Fairbanks Choral Society. I found this little traditional Spanish folksong that seemed to fit our needs, and I decided to have the children enter from the back of the auditorium singing their "LaLa" section; this way the children would not have to concentrate on remembering a lot of lyrics as they walked in. The adult choir was already on-stage, and we also had a special guitarist with us for this concert, so I added him to the mix. Program note: Any C instruments such as flute, oboe or recorder may be used in place of, or in addition to, the guitar; Latin American percussion instruments may also be added if desired.

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BE THOU STRONG

100 Copy Edition: $25 This 2-part song was written for performance by LDS Seminary classes in Fairbanks, Alaska. It was also First Place winner in the Song division of the All-Church Writing Contest in 1996. Original words were written by Tamara Hann, adapted from the Old Testament books of Deuteronomy and Joshua. Accompaniment is written for piano. Vocal ranges are average except for pp. 4-5 where one of the parts sings an obligato which is high; but the piece can also be sung in unison if desired. PRICE: $15 (30-copy edition) $25 (100-copy edition). Performance time: 4-5 minutes.

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BE YE TRUE SHEPHERDS

With words and music written by Ann Kapp Andersen, this is an SATB choral anthem with piano accompaniment. It is appropriate for a meeting on the theme of missionary work or the Savior's commandment to "Feed my sheep". PRICE: Free. Performance time: 4-5 minutes.

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COME CELEBRATE! (Feliz Navidad)

This piece was written for a special choral concert with an Hispanic theme, so there are occasional Spanish phrases used. The words are by Tamara Hann. It would be appropriate on any general Christmas concert, with or without a Spanish theme. The form of the piece is SATB with a unison children's part. The accompaniment is piano with optional percussion instruments. It is meant to fun and joyful, truly celebrating the birth of the Savior. PRICE: $15 (30-copy edition) $25 (100-copy edition) which includes all instruments. Performance time: 5 minutes.

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COME, COME, YE SAINTS (arrangement)

Originally published with two other hymn arrangements in a book, this arrangement of a favorite LDS hymn is now offered singly. It has been performed at several LDS church conferences and would be appropriate for any church choir to perform any time of year. The ending is rather spectacular, which makes this a good choice for a large meeting or choral concert. The accompaniment is piano, but could be easily adapted to organ. The acappella section at the end of the piece can also have piano accompaniment if desired. PRICE: $15.00 for up to 30 copies and $25.00 for 100-Copy Edition. Performance time: 6 minutes.

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COME UNTO ME AND BE YE SAVED

We were living in Germany in 1999 when our English-speaking LDS ward Relief Society was given an assignment to provide a special musical number for a stake women's conference. The general theme of the conference was taken from 2nd Nephi (Book of Mormon); my frequent collaborator Tammy Hann adapted a couple of the verses from that scripture into lyrics which I set to music. The sisters of our Relief Society (Munich 4th Ward) learned the song and sang it at the conference with me accompanying on the piano, and we received numerous compliments on the song (in both German AND English). The following year, I submitted the song to the LDS Church Writing Contest and it was awarded the "Award of Distinction" (first place) in the Relief Society division of the contest. Price: $15 for 30-copy Edition and $25 for 100 copy edition.

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ETERNAL THINGS

The technique of pitting two melodies against each other has been very popular in church music over the past few years. This little "short and sweet" 2-part song could be sung by two groups of children, an SA choir, or perhaps by children with parents or teachers. It is very simple and unassuming, easy to learn and perform. PRICE: Free. Performance time: 2 minutes.

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HIS PEACE

An anthem about the sweet peace we find when we accept the Savior into our lives. SATB with piano (or organ). Words are by Arliene Dunn. PRICE: $15 (30-Copy Edition) $25 (100-Copy edition). Performance time: 4-5 minutes.

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I WANT TO WALK IN THE SAVIOR'S PATH

Another piece using two melodies against each other, this song was written for my grandson Colwyn's baptism, and won 1st place in the Children's Division of the All-Church Writing Contest in 2005. It has since been performed SA by church choirs and Relief Society choruses. Tamara Hann wrote the words. The song is simple but beautiful, and is appropriate for any religious occasion, sung by children and/or adults. Some of the words particularly speak of baptism, making it especially fitting for that type of service. PRICE: $15 (30-Copy Edition) $25 (100-copy edition). Performance time: 2-3 minutes.

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I WILL DO AS THE SAVIOR DID

This two-melody song was written for my granddaughter Kylee's baptism. The words are by Tamara Hann. Very appropriate for any religious occasion, sung by children and/or adults. The words mention baptism, so the song is particularly appropriate for that type of meeting. PRICE: $15 (30 copy Edition) $25 (100-copy Edition). Performance time: 2-3 minutes.

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JESUS, LOVER OF MY SOUL (arrangement for Violin, Cello & Piano)

This has always been one of my favorite hymns, and when we lived in Germany a few years ago, we happened to have both an excellent violinist and an excellent cellist in our English-speaking LDS ward. So I made this arrangement of the hymn for them (and myself on piano) to perform at church. This experience resulted in my doing another arrangement, of "O Holy Night", for the same ensemble. PRICE: $6.00 which includes all instrumental parts. Performance time: 4-5 minutes.

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LORD, KEEP ME CLOSE TO THEE

An SATB choir anthem, this piece utters a prayer to our Father in Heaven that He will help us stay close to Him. It is appropriate for performance at any worship service. Words are by Tamara Hann. PRICE: $15 (30-Copy Edition), $25 (100-copy edition). Performance time: 4-5 minutes.

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LOVE AT HOME (arrangement)

Another of the three hymn arrangements which were originally published together, this LDS favorite is now available by itself. The subject matter in the piece is the peace and joy we find with our families when there is a spirit of love in our homes. PRICE: $15 (30-copy Edition) $25 (100-copy edition). Performance time: 4-5 minutes.

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MY MASTER HATH A GARDEN (arrangement)

This arrangement of an old Dutch hymn was originally written for performance by the Fairbanks Choral Society. Now, after some reworking, it is available on this website for public use. It is scored for SATB choir, organ, flute and opt. percussion. It would be appropriate for a Christmas (or any other time of year) concert. PRICE: $15.00 (30 copy Edition) and $25 for unlimited copying, which includes instrumental parts. Performance time: 5-6 minutes.

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PIONEERS!

A woodwind quartet featuring flute, oboe, B_flat clarinet and bassoon, this is an instrumental medley consisting of three LDS hymns: "Come, Come, Ye Saints", "They, the Builders of the Nation" and "Little Pioneer Children". Because of the instrumentation, it probably would not be appropriate for LDS sacrament meetings, but would be very nice to hear on a July 24th Pioneer Day program in the cultural hall or outside in a park, if you can find these four instruments in your ward/community. PRICE: $6.00 for unlimited copy edition, which includes all instrumental parts. Performance time: 4-5 minutes.

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SING GLORIA!

This Christmas choral piece was written in 1993 and premiered by University of Alaska Fairbanks' Choir of the North. Original lyrics were written by Tamara Hann, a great friend and frequent collaborator on many of my musical projects; text for the midsection of the piece was taken from the Book of Isaiah. The basic idea of the piece is to express great joy at the birth of the Savior. The "joy" motive is further represented by the bright key of the piece (A major), the lively tempo, and the 5/8 and 6/8 rhythms exchanged throughout the piece. The piano accompaniment (written for two accomplished pianists) is in four-hand form so that each part has its primary focus; the two bottom hands maintain the rhythmic pulse, and the two top hands add "commentary" in the form of short countermelodies. An orchestral score of the piece is also available. Vocal score with piano parts. (Orchestral score plus instrumental parts, $15.00 by email request) Performance time: Approx. 7 minutes. 15 pages.

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STRENGTH IN NUMBERS FREE

This catchy, fun little ditty was written for a young adult conference in Anchorage, Alaska. The soft-shoe rhythm of the music suggests that this song could be used best as a skit performed by one or two people or a larger group. The song conveys the positive message that "There's strength in numbers when together we stand; Strength in numbers, won't you give me your hand?"

PRICE: Free. Performance time: 2 minutes.

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TEACH ME, DEAR FATHER

Believe me, when a piece of music indicates that both the music AND lyrics (adapt.) are by Ann Kapp Andersen, you can bet that the music came first! When I was organist for Fairbanks Lutheran Church back in the 90's, it took me about 30 minutes to drive there from our house in the Goldstream Valley. As I was driving in one Sunday morning, a tune started revolving around in my head, and I had to keep singing it mentally to myself all during the services so I wouldn't forget it. I sang it to myself again as I was driving home, and at that point the words ("Teach me, dear Father...)" came too. I didn't feel the piece was finished, however; something was lacking. Then I started to think about the famous (to Mormons) scripture, James 1:5-6, which inspired the Prophet Joseph Smith to "ask of God" and led to the restoration of His gospel to the earth. Because we're now living in such "politically correct" (or incorrect) times, I decided to change the phrase "all men" to "His children" to be gender inclusive. The second voice part expresses my personal testimony of and gratitude for the plan of salvation our Father has given "liberally" to each of us. $15 (30-Copy Edition) $25 (100-Copy Edition).

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"WE'LL BRING THE WORLD HIS TRUTH" (arrangement)

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I arranged this favorite LDS youth song for a family to sing in two part (SA) harmony with piano for a missionary's farewell. The words and music were written by my very talented sister, Janice Kapp Perry. PRICE: $15 (30-Copy Edition) $25 (100-Copy Edition). Performance time: 5 minutes.

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