News & Views Thursday, December 26, 2024

Come, Spirit, Come: Especially for Pentecost Wednesday, April 12, 2023

recommended by Jennifer F., Sacred Choral Music Specialist

Come, Spirit, Come by Lloyd Larson, SATB with piano
A lovely new setting of the ancient text: “Come, Holy Ghost, Creator blest, and in our hearts take up Your rest….come, Spirit, come and make us whole.” Suitable for Pentecost or general worship.

Peter Gonna Preach by Larry Shackley, SATB a cappella
Larry Shackley and John Parker combine their talents to bring us this new anthem for Pentecost. Written for a cappella choir and a rousing solo, this anthem is bursting at the seams with life and vitality. Your basses will love being featured on the chorus, and, toward the end of the anthem, an ostinato section brings the anthem to a thrilling conclusion. “Peter gonna preach ’bout the glory of the Son of God!”

Breathe On Me, Breath of God by Lloyd Larson, SATB with piano
Edwin Hatch the lyricist, Robert Jackson the hymn writer and Lloyd Larson the arranger join forces to create this beautiful setting of “Breathe on Me, Breath of God.” Although Pentecost is the logical choice for this selection, the quiet lyricism of the anthem make it a perfect choice for a prayer response throughout the year.

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About the Author:
Jennifer F. is a graduate of Otterbein College with a degree in Vocal Performance. She has worked at Stanton’s for over 20 years specializing in Sacred Choral, Classical Vocal and Handbell music. Jennifer is Director of Handbells at Worthington Presbyterian Church, and sings in the First Church Choir and rings with the First Church Ringers at First Congregational Church in Columbus Ohio. When not singing or ringing, Jennifer can be found doing conformation and other competitive sports with her three standard long haired dachshunds, Fanny, Frenchie, and Lukas.

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