News & Views Wednesday, April 16, 2025

Hymns, Pipes & Praise for Lent and Easter arr. Anna Laura Page
From the bestselling “Hymns, Pipes & Praise Series,” here’s a mini collection of five arrangements for Lent and Easter. Anna Laura Page once again brings her signature blend of artful yet playable in each setting. Titles include: “Hosanna, Loud Hosanna with He Is Exalted,” “O Waly, Waly with How Beautiful,” “Alas! And Did My Savior Bleed with Oh, How He Loves You and Me,” “Jesus Christ is Risen Today with See What a Morning,” and “Holy, Holy, Holy with Revelation Song.”

Hymns, Pipes & Classics arr. Anna Laura Page
Ten medleys of hymns blended with classic works by Bach, Handel, Mendelssohn and Mozart. Titles include: “Ash Grove with Handel’s Thanks Be to God,” “Hyfrydol with He Shall feed His Flock,” “Gentle Mary Laid Her Child with Sheep May Safely Graze,” “Infant Holy with Jesu Joy of Man’s Desiring,” “Fairest Lord Jesus with Bach’s My Heart is Ever Faithful,” “Sweet Hour of Prayer with Nocturne,” “My Faith Looks Up to Thee with Ave Verum,” “St. Agnes with Mendelssohn’s If With All Your Hearts from Elijah,” “Hanson Place with Prelude in C Major by Bach,” and “Lancashire with Allitsen’s The Lord Is My Light.”

Hymns, Pipes & Praise arr. Anna Laura Page
Ten medleys of hymns blended with praise songs very nicely arranged for organ, including: “Amazing Grace (with Amazing Grace My Chains Are Gone),” “Holy Is the Lord (with Lord, I Lift Your Name on High),” “My Jesus, How I Love Thee (with I Love You, Lord),” “How Great Thou Art (with How Great Is Our God),” “Fairest Lord Jesus (with As the Deer),” “No, Not One! (with Shout to the Lord),” “When I Survey the Wondrous Cross (with There Is a Redeemer),” “O Worship the King (with Here I Am to Worship),” “Precious Lord, Take My Hand (with In Christ Alone),” and “Holy, Holy, Holy (with Holy Is the Lord).”

More Hymns, Pipes & Praise arr. Anna Laura Page
Contemporary worship songs have become integrated into traditional worship, and here’s a “second serving” of the skillful and tasteful blending of more popular worship songs with hymns for the organ. Arranged by veteran arranger/composer and always creative/practical Anna Laura Page. Titles include “Awesome God with All Glory, Laud and Honor,” “Because He Lives with Blessed Assurance,” “Before the Throne of God with Great Is Thy Faithfulness,” and more.

Carols, Pipes & Praise arr. Anna Laura Page
Gifted arranger Anna Laura Page has set well-known carols and modern worship songs in this excellent Christmas collection. Titles include: “Breath of Heaven with Lo, How a Rose,” “Emmanuel with Joy to the World,” “Welcome to Our World with Away in a Manger,” “All is Well with Angels We Have Heard on High,” “Mary Did You Know with Silent Night,” and more.

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The Last Verse for Lent, Palm Sunday and Easter arr. Janet Linker
16 free hymn accompaniments for Holy Week. Contains: Ah Holy Jesus (HERZLIEBSTER JESU), Alas! And Did My Savior Bleed (MARTYDOM), All Glory Laud and Honor (ST. THEODULPH), Beneath the Cross (ST. CHRISTOPHER), Christ the Lord Is Risen Today (EASTER HYMN), Crown Him with Many Crowns (DIADEMATA), Go to Dark Gethsemane (REDHEAD), Hail the Day That Sees Him Rise ( LLANFAIR), Hosanna, Loud Hosanna (ELLACOMBE), In the Cross of Christ I Glory (RATHBURN), Low in the Grave He Lay (CHRIST AROSE), O Sacred Head (PASSION CHORALE), Strife Is O’er the Battle Won (VICTORY), Thine Is the Glory (MACCABEUS), Were You There (WERE YOU THERE) and When I Survey the Wondrous Cross (HAMBURG).

The Last Verse arr. Janet Linker
Sixteen free hymn accompaniments. Contains: All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name-CORONATION, Come, Christians Join to Sing-MADRID, Come Thou Almighty King-ITALIAN HYMN, Crown Him with Many Crowns-DIADEMATA, For the Beauty of the Earth-DIX, God of Grace and God of Glory-CWM RHONDDA, Holy Holy Holy! Lord God Almighty-NICAEA, Jesus Shall Reign-DUKE STREET, Joyful Joyful We Adore Thee-HYMN TO JOY, A Mighty Fortress Is Our God-EIN FEST BURG, O For a Thousand Tongues-AZMON, O God, Our Help in Ages Past-ST. ANNE, O Worship the King-LYONS, Rejoice the Lord Is King-DARWALL, Rejoice Ye Pure in Heart-MARION and To God Be the Glory-TO GOD BE THE GLORY.

The Last Verse II arr. Janet Linker
16 more free hymn accompaniments. Contains: The Church’s One Foundation (AURELIA); Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken (AUSTRIA); Great Is Thy Faithfulness (FAITHFULNESS); He Leadeth Me: O Blessed Thought (HE LEADETH ME); How Firm a Foundation (FOUNDATION); I Love to Tell the Story (HANKEY); Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise (ST. DENIO); It Is Well with My Soul (VILLE DU HAVRE); Jesus Shall Reign (DUKE STREET); Lead On, O King Eternal (LANCASHIRE); Love Divine, All Love Excelling (BEECHER); Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow (OLD 100TH); Praise to the Lord (LOBE DEN HERREN); Rise Up, O Saints of God (FESTAL SONG); Stand Up, Stand Up for Jesus (WEBB); This Is My Father’s World (TERRA BEATA).

The Last Verse for Christmas arr. Janet Linker
15 free hymn accompaniments. Contains: Angels from the realms of Glory (REGENT SQUARE); Angels We Have Heard on High (GLORIA); Away in a Manger (MUELLER); Go, Tell It on the Mountain (GO TELL IT); Hark! The Herald Angels Sing (MENDELSSOHN); Infant Holy, Infant Lowly (W ZLOBE LEZY); It Came Upon a Midnight Clear (CAROL); Joy to the World (ANTIOCH); O Come, All Ye Faithful (ADESTE FIDELES); O Little Town of Bethlehem (ST. LOUIS); Once in Royal David’s City (IRBY); Silent Night (STILLE NACHT); The First Noel (THE FIRST NOEL); We Three Kings of Orient Are (KINGS OF ORIENT); What Child Is This (GREENSLEEVES)

The Last Verse for Thanksgiving and Patriotic Celebrations arr. Janet Linker
16 Free hymn accompaniments. Contains America the Beautiful (MATERNA); Battle Hymn of the Republic (BATTLE HYMN OF THE REPUBLIC); Come, Ye Thankful People, Come (ST. GEORGE’S WINDSOR); For All the Saints (SINE NOMINE); God of Our Fathers (NATIONAL HYMN); Let All Things Now Living (THE ASH GROVE); Morning Has Broken (BUNESSAN); My Country, ‘Tis of Thee (NATIONAL ANTHEM); My Hope Is Built on Nothing Less (MELITA); Now Thank We All our God (NUN DANKET); Rejoice, Ye Pure In Heart (MARION); Sing to the Lord of Harvest (WIE LIEBLICH IST DER MAIEN); The Star Spangled Banner (THE STAR SPANGLED BANNER); This Is My Father’s World (TERRA BEATA); This Is My Song (FINDLANDIA); We Gather Together (KREMSER)

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About the Author:
Christopher B. grew up in eastern Kentucky in a musically diverse family, and began playing organ at the age of 12. He majored in vocal performance with minors in keyboards and conducting at Marshall University and later received a Master of Theological Studies in congregational ministry from Trinity Lutheran Seminary. Christopher has served as a church music director and organist for more than 20 years, presently serving as Director of Music and Worship Arts/Organist at Church of the Master United Methodist in Westerville, OH.

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Come, Divine Messiah! arr. David Lasky
Veteran organ composer David Lasky has turned his attention to the season of Advent in this collection of preludes, offertories, and postludes. As always, Lasky’s hymn arrangements treat the tune with clarity and directness, supporting the melodies with fresh harmonies and rhythms. Nearly all the well-known Advent hymns are represented in this valuable collection. Titles include: “Paean on Wachet auf,” “Meditation on Gabriel’s Message,” “Prelude on Besançon,” “Prelude on Genevan 42,” “Reflection on Conditor alme siderum,” “Reflection on Veni Emmanuel,” “Variations on Winchester New,” “Trio on Jefferson,” and “Trumpet Tune on Venez divin Messie.”

5 Advent Hymn Improvisations arr. Michael Burkhardt
Fresh, imaginative music for Advent. Titles include: “Consolation/Morning Song,” “Es Ist Ein Ros,” “Freu Dich Sehr,” “Gottes Sohn Ist Kommen,” and “Wachet Auf.”

Mark Hayes Carols for Organ Volume 1 arr. Mark Hayes & Douglas E. Wagner
At no time during the year do the heartfelt keyboard stylings of Mark Hayes make a deeper and more lasting impression than at Christmas. Through these lovely selections, Mark beautifully captures the Advent spirit of coming, as well as the joy and peace of Christmas. Each title is its own artistically crafted musical portrait, idiomatically scored for the instrument. Titles include: “Thou Didst Leave Thy Throne,” “While By My Sheep,” “I Wonder as I Wander,” “Ding! Dong! Merrily on High,” “Still, Still, Still,” “Joseph Dearest, Joseph Mine,” and “Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming.”

Joy to the World (Christmas Carols for Organ) arr. Daniel E. Gawthrop
Daniel E. Gawthrop needs little introduction to musicians everywhere–his catalog of beloved choral and organ music is performed frequently around the world. In his first Christmas organ collection, Gawthrop has arranged eight familiar carols in varied and characterful settings. Two of the pieces (“Joy to the World” and “O Come, All Ye Faithful”) have dual performance possibilities: they can be played as organ solos or used as multi-verse, festive accompaniments for supporting congregational and choral singing. Titles include: “Good King Wenceslas,” “Joy to the World,” “O Come, Little Children,” “O Come, All Ye Faithful,” “Of the Father’s Love Begotten,” “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel,” “Prelude on Forest Green,” and “The Merry Variations.”

Praise Ye, the Lord of Hosts arr. Albin C. Whitworth
Eleven medium level organ arrangements for the Christmas season. Titles include: “Christmas Lullaby,” “He Is Born,” “He Shall Feed His Flock,” “Infant Holy Infant Lowly,” “Jesus Jesus Rest Your Head,” “Joy to the World,” “Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence,” “Lo How a Rose E’er Blooming,” “Praise Ye the Lord of Hosts,” “Thou Didst Leave Thy Throne,” and “We Three Kings.”

How Shall I Meet You (Seven Organ Preludes for Advent) arr. Jeffrey Blersch
Prepare for the newborn King with this captivating collection of Advent arrangements by Jeffrey Blersch. These settings are based on some of the most commonly sung Advent hymns and range from thoughtful and reflective to playful to majestic and powerful. Titles include: “Hark the Glad Sound,” “Comfort, Comfort Ye My People,” “Lo! He Comes with Clouds Descending,” “Savior of the Nations, Come,” “Jesus Came, the Heavens Adoring,” “O Lord, How Shall I Meet You,” and “O Bride of Christ, Rejoice.”

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Christopher B. grew up in eastern Kentucky in a musically diverse family, and began playing organ at the age of 12. He majored in vocal performance with minors in keyboards and conducting at Marshall University and later received a Master of Theological Studies in congregational ministry from Trinity Lutheran Seminary. Christopher has served as a church music director and organist for more than 20 years, presently serving as Director of Music and Worship Arts/Organist at Church of the Master United Methodist in Westerville, OH.

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Tidings of Joy arr. Benjamin M. Culli
These five Christmas preludes are unquestionably captivating. The opening prelude is based on a new hymn tune by the composer found in One and All Rejoice on the Slovak text “Come Rejoicing, Praises Voicing.” A propelling “God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen” drives with intensity and strength keeping listeners baited for every next note. “See amid the Winter’s Snow” is set among musically falling snow, light and calm and most enchanting. “Now Sing We, Now Rejoice” is thrilling, with a constant driving eighth note rhythm, pushing forward with the loud cantus firmus in the pedal. The final piece, “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” can be registered in lightly, setting forth the hymn in a whimsically jubilant way or with the full intensity of a triumphal postlude.

Christmastide Fughettas arr. Donald Rotermund
Ornament your Christmas worship with delightful fughettas! This large collection of fourteen hymn-based fugal settings by Donald Rotermund is creative and inventive. Having optional repeats throughout and designed for flexibility, these pieces could be used as solo organ stanzas; as preludes, voluntaries, or postludes; and as introductions or interludes using excerpts.

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About the Author:
Christopher B. grew up in eastern Kentucky in a musically diverse family, and began playing organ at the age of 12. He majored in vocal performance with minors in keyboards and conducting at Marshall University and later received a Master of Theological Studies in congregational ministry from Trinity Lutheran Seminary. Christopher has served as a church music director and organist for more than 20 years, presently serving as Director of Music and Worship Arts/Organist at Church of the Master United Methodist in Westerville, OH.

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A Gentle Advent: Organ Reflections of the Season arr. J. William Greene
The gentle anticipation of the Advent season often warrants a distinct and introspective style of music. Recognizing that the busy days of Christmas succeed Advent, these settings by J. William Greene are designed to be learned quickly. This collection features six gentle preludes and two vibrant postludes for the season of preparation for the Birth. Titles include: “Comfort, Comfort Now My People,” “Hark! a Thrilling Voice Is Sounding (Variation Prelude),” “Hark! a Thrilling Voice Is Sounding with Creator of the Stars of Night (Quodlibet),” “He Comes to Us as One Unknown,” “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel (Prelude),” “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel (Toccatina),” “Prepare the Royal Highway,” and “Wake, Awake, for Night Is Flying (Fanfare and Toccatina).”

The Tide Is Nigh: Advent and Christmas Music for Organ arr. Lynn Arthur Koch
Lynn Arthur Koch has chosen a mix of both familiar and lesser-known Advent and Christmas hymns for the settings in this book. Several tunes are folk melodies drawn from the famous Oxford Book of Carols. With a duration of two minutes or less per piece, they can be seamlessly combined into suites, providing an ideal solution for occasions when longer preludes are needed. Titles include: “A Virgin Most Pure,” “And Now the Tide Is Nigh at Hand,” “Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella,” “Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus,” “Creator of the Stars at Night,” “I Saw Three Ships,” “Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence,” “Watchman, Tell Us of the Night,” and ‘The Sussex Carol.”

Sing We Now of Christmas: Easy Carols for Organ arr. James Michael Stevens
James Michael Stevens presents a captivating collection of ten well-known Christmas carols arranged for organ. Featuring each melody prominently and with a mix of moods across the settings, these accessible pieces serve as ideal choices for preludes, offertories, and postludes during the Christmas season. Titles include: “Away in a Manger,” “Angels, from the Realms of Glory,” “Hark! the Herald Angels Sing with Angels We Have Heard on High,” “In the Bleak Midwinter,” “It Came Upon the Midnight Clear,” “O Come, All Ye Faithful,” “Silent Night, Holy Night,” “Sing We Now of Christmas,” “Still, Still, Still,” and “What Child Is This.”

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About the Author:
Christopher B. grew up in eastern Kentucky in a musically diverse family, and began playing organ at the age of 12. He majored in vocal performance with minors in keyboards and conducting at Marshall University and later received a Master of Theological Studies in congregational ministry from Trinity Lutheran Seminary. Christopher has served as a church music director and organist for more than 20 years, presently serving as Director of Music and Worship Arts/Organist at Church of the Master United Methodist in Westerville, OH.

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The Merry Organ arr. Matthew H. Corl
A line from the English carol “The Holly and the Ivy” serves as the inspiration and title for this delightful work. The “Merry Organ” presents the carol in styles idiomatic to the organ including fugue and toccata. Sure to be a wonderful addition to a holiday service or concert.

O Come, All Ye Faithful (5 Organ Settings for Advent and Christmas) arr. Clay Christiansen
Five carol settings representative of the composer’s performances as organist of the Mormon Tabernacle. Wonderful additions to worship services or special programs. Titles include: “Away in a Manger,” “O Come, All Ye Faithful,” “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel,” “Once in Royal David’s City,” and “Silent Night.”

Christmas Joy (Two Festive Carol Settings for Organ) arr. Janise White
“Fantasy on How Great Our Joy” received its premiere at the London Winter Festival of Sound 2022 in London, England at the Croydon SDA Church by composer and organist, Professor Janise White. This organ work represents an exhilarating work of joy and adoration to our Saviour, Lord and King. As a clarion call for Christmas, soft flutes carry the melody over a dreamy pentatonic configuration with a drone in the pedals. Staccato trumpets exhibit the “joy” chordal motif, repeating and swelling to a joyous cadenza on the pedals in toccata style. This jubilant moment continues to intensify as syncopated harmonies join the final verse in elongation on 32′ pedals to its majestic close.

“Toccata on In Dulci Jubilo” is designed as a short Organ Postlude performed during the Advent/Christmas Season. The work opens with a medley of Carols including Joy To The World, Angels We Have Heard On High, and Silent Night, before leading to the exuberant “In Dulci Jubilo” (Good Christian Men Rejoice)! White’s arrangement of “In Dulci Jubilo,” a 1328 German Chorale theme is combined with the magnificent accompaniment of Charles-Marie Widor’s famous Toccata from Symphony No. 5 (1879). It appears in 6/8 meter as opposed to the original 4/2 meter. Tritonic interludes intercept the flow of the German Carol alternately, propelling the music to its rousing end.

Variations on “O du Fröhliche” (Sicilian Mariners) arr. Nicholas Schmelter
These variations are based on the familiar European melody given many names: O du fröhliche; O Sanctissima; and The Sicilian Mariners Hymn. Inspired by the compositional flavor of Robert Hebble and Leo Sowerby, “Variations on O du fröhliche” provides listenable, fun-to-play perspectives among a modern-day polyphonic treatment.

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Christopher B. grew up in eastern Kentucky in a musically diverse family, and began playing organ at the age of 12. He majored in vocal performance with minors in keyboards and conducting at Marshall University and later received a Master of Theological Studies in congregational ministry from Trinity Lutheran Seminary. Christopher has served as a church music director and organist for more than 20 years, presently serving as Director of Music and Worship Arts/Organist at Church of the Master United Methodist in Westerville, OH.

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Prepare the Way arr. Howard Helvey
Howard Helvey has created four exquisite settings of wonderful Advent selections for organ. Beautifully capturing the mystery and wonder of Advent, the book contains Intrada on “Conditor alme siderum’ (Creator of the Stars of Night); Prelude on “Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland” (Savior of the Nations, Come); Meditation on “Es ist ein Ros” (Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming) and Flourish on an English Carol (Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing Day). This will be a special treat for the player and all to experience during the holy season of Advent.

A Sleigh Ride for Three! by Leroy Anderson/arr. Robert Gower
Saddle up your one-horse open sleigh for a Leroy Anderson organ joy ride! In this mini collection, accomplished arranger Robert Gower has put his masterful touch on three Anderson gems: “Song of the Bells,” “A Trumpeter’s Lullaby,” and “Sleigh Ride.” The result is an addition to your concert repertoire that will thrill player and listeners alike, while celebrating the genius of one of America’s most beloved composers.

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About the Author:
Christopher B. grew up in eastern Kentucky in a musically diverse family, and began playing organ at the age of 12. He majored in vocal performance with minors in keyboards and conducting at Marshall University and later received a Master of Theological Studies in congregational ministry from Trinity Lutheran Seminary. Christopher has served as a church music director and organist for more than 20 years, presently serving as Director of Music and Worship Arts/Organist at Church of the Master United Methodist in Westerville, OH.

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Toccata on NICEA (Holy, Holy, Holy) arr. Page Long
Page C. Long has set one of the most well-known hymn tunes as a grand toccata for organ. He has also included a powerful choral section in the middle of the work that leads into a fanfare conclusion that will stir any audience or congregation. It will be a joy to perform. A sure winner!

Recessional on Hymn to Joy arr. Matthew H. Corl
Beethoven’s famous theme is used in a unique setting that varies from a 6/8 meter to more of a 3/4 feel. This arrangement is at the intermediate level, but sounds much more difficult. A rather simple pedal part supports bright, running patterns in the manuals, all leading to a grand conclusion. A large registration will make this piece most effective.

Three Preludes on Hymn Tunes by Leo Sowerby arr. Peter Stearns
A beautiful, contemporary-styled collection of hymn preludes such as this one, at intermediate level, will make a perfect addition to any organist. Titles include: Prelude on “Taylor Hall” (Peace in Our Time, O Lord); Prelude on “Rosedale” (Come, Risen Christ); and Prelude on “Palisades” (Strong Son of God, Immortal Love).

Fête by Jean Langlais
Long unavailable, this edition by the French master is back again by popular demand for a whole new generation of organists. This is sure to remain a mainstay in organ literature. On the AGO National Performance List.

Variations on Chester arr. David Stills
David Stills, a leading Atlanta organist, has concertized throughout the United States and Europe and was the organist for the funeral of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Beginning with a straightforward introduction of the “Chester” theme, Mr. Stills has created five unique variations suitable for the church service or for concert performance.

Variations on Simple Gifts arr. James Pethel
James Pethel has created a beautiful, concise piece on the Shaker hymn tune better known as “Simple Gifts.” Opening with a bright solo flute, the piece moves to lush chords with a solo melody, then builds gradually to the melody on a solo reed before ending quietly. A truly touching and inspiring arrangement for organists. A must!

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About the Author:
Christopher B. grew up in eastern Kentucky in a musically diverse family, and began playing organ at the age of 12. He majored in vocal performance with minors in keyboards and conducting at Marshall University and later received a Master of Theological Studies in congregational ministry from Trinity Lutheran Seminary. Christopher has served as a church music director and organist for more than 20 years, presently serving as Director of Music and Worship Arts/Organist at Church of the Master United Methodist in Westerville, OH.

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Easy Piano-Organ Duets Volume 3 arr. Marianne Kim
Immerse yourself in a musical journey with Marianne Kim’s Volume III of “Easy Piano-Organ Duets.” Featuring her heartfelt arrangements, this collection infuses loving hymns, Christmas carols, and Easter, and Thanksgiving hymns, with a touch of jazz and fresh harmonies. Perfect for musicians of all levels, experience the harmonious convergence of tradition and creativity. Let these arrangements unlock a tapestry of emotion, creating moments of reflection and shared musical joy. Titles include: “Christ the Lord Is Risen Today,” “Fairest Lord Jesus,” “Go, Tell It on the Mountain,” “He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands,” “How Great Thou Art,” “Let Us Break Bread Together,” “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel,” “O Little Town of Bethlehem with It Came Upon the Midnight Clear,” “The Gift of Love,” and “We Gather Together.”

Easy Piano-Organ Duets Volume 2 arr. Marianne Kim
50 years ago, Donald P. Hustad and Tedd Smith arranged “Easy Duets for Piano & Organ for the Church.” That collection continues to be one of the best-selling keyboard books in the Hope catalog. Creative arranger, Marianne Kim, now offers us a follow-up collection of ten accessible duets for piano and organ. Included are titles for Christmas, Lent, Easter and general occasions. Titles include: “Crown Him with Many Crowns,” “O Sacred Head, Now Wounded,” “Silent Night, Holy Night,” “Amazing Grace,” “Be Thou My Vision,” “Great Is Thy Faithfulness,” “How Firm a Foundation,” “It Is Well with My Soul,” “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee,” and “Praise to the Lord, the Almighty.”

Easy Piano-Organ Duets for the Church arr. Tedd Smith & Don Hustad
Eleven popular arrangements taken from their Crusade repertoire and simplified for easy sight-reading. Titles include: “All Glory, Laud and Honor,” “Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing,” “Come, Ye Sinners, Poor and Wretched,” “Faith of Our Fathers,” “For the Beauty of the Earth,” “Lead Me to Calvary,” “O Master, Let Me Walk with Thee,” “Onward, Christian Soldiers,” “Tell Me the Old, Old Story,” “We’re Marching to Zion,” and “When I Survey the Wondrous Cross.”

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Christopher B. grew up in eastern Kentucky in a musically diverse family, and began playing organ at the age of 12. He majored in vocal performance with minors in keyboards and conducting at Marshall University and later received a Master of Theological Studies in congregational ministry from Trinity Lutheran Seminary. Christopher has served as a church music director and organist for more than 20 years, presently serving as Director of Music and Worship Arts/Organist at Church of the Master United Methodist in Westerville, OH.

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The Holy City: Hymn Settings with Jazz Spirit arr. Marianne Kim
Marianne Kim’s signature jazz-tinged style pervades this new collection of hymn settings. Nearly all the hymn tunes are American in organ, including folk hymns, spirituals, and 19th century gospel songs. Varied characters provide music useful for preludes, offertories, or postludes throughout the church year. Titles include: “What a Friend We Have in Jesus,” “All the Way My Savior Leads Me,” “Battle Hymn of the Republic,” “Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing,” “I’ve Got Peace Like a River,” “If Thou But Suffer God to Guide Thee,” “Jesus Loves the Little Children,” “Postlude on The Holy City,” and “We Shall Overcome.”

More Love to Thee: Hymn Settings with Jazz Spirit arr. Marianne Kim
Marianne Kim’s jazz-influenced style is in full evidence in this collection of pieces based on familiar hymns. The works range in size from several shorter preludes and postludes to two extended sets of variations particularly suitable for concert. The setting of the spiritual “Do, Lord” also includes an optional part for trumpet. Titles include: “More Love to Thee, O Christ,” “America, the Beautiful,” “Do, Lord,” “Variations on The Church in the Wildwood,” “Lauda Anima,” “Variations on Handel’s Sarabande,” and “God Be with You Till We Meet Again.”

Spirituals for Organ: Vibrant Settings with Jazz Spirit arr. Marianne Kim
The music and lyrics of African American spirituals form a rich tradition that has become an important part of Christian worship across the world. They were strong expressions of deep religious faith in the midst of tremendous adversity, and it is through that resonance that they speak powerfully to the hearts of Christians today. Marianne Kim’s organ music always draws on jazz, blues, and gospel elements-styles that (because of their shared African American roots) are especially effective when applied to spirituals. These pieces will be useful as preludes, offertories, and postludes. Titles include: “Every Time I Feel the Spirit,” “Down by the Riverside,” “Ain’t-a That Good News,” “Fix Me, Jesus,” “Jesus Walked This Lonesome Valley,” “Let Us Break Bread Together,” “My Lord, What a Morning,” “Steal Away,” and “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot.”

Lead, Kindly Light: Hymn Settings with Jazz Spirit arr. Marianne Kim
Marianne Kim’s style blends both jazz and classical influences to create vibrant and expressive music for worship. In this volume, she has arranged a number of beloved hymns of the faith for use as preludes and postludes. Also included are three original meditations that can be played separately or as a suite of expandable length for Communion. Titles include: “Grace,” “Hail to the Brightness of Zion’s Glad Morning,” “I Want Jesus to Walk with Me,” “Lead, Kindly Light,” “Meditation Suite,” “Once to Every Man and Nation,” “Sweet Hour of Prayer,” “Were You There?,” and “Something for Thee.”

Jazz Hymns and Spiritual Songs: Soulful Organ Settings for Worship or Recital arr. Marianne Kim
Deeply rooted, heartfelt harmonies and rhythmic nuance combine to produce a wealth of material to uplift and bless your congregation. Featuring a varied gathering of styles and moods, these amazing selections based on some of the best-loved melodies of the church are fun to play and a joy to hear. Titles include: “Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us,” “Deep River,” “Wonderful Words of Life,” “Nobody Knows the Trouble I’ve Seen,” “Pass Me Not, O Gentle Savior,” “Blessed Assurance,” “Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child,” “Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho,” “Beneath the Cross of Jesus,” and “In the Sweet By and By.”

Hymns of Faith: Organ Settings with Jazz Spirit arr. Marianne Kim
In this organ collection, Marianne Kim arranged some of her favorite hymns with her signature jazz-influenced style. Included are eight familiar hymns of faith and assurance, most of which are drawn from the beloved American gospel tradition. Also included is one exciting original postlude. Titles include: “Blessed Assurance,” “I Need Thee Every Hour,” “Jesus Loves Me,” “Joy, Love, and Peace,” “My Jesus, I Love Thee,” “Nearer, My God, to Thee,” “Only a Step to Jesus,” “Softly and Tenderly,” and “Leaning on the Everlasting Arms.”

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About the Author:
Christopher B. grew up in eastern Kentucky in a musically diverse family, and began playing organ at the age of 12. He majored in vocal performance with minors in keyboards and conducting at Marshall University and later received a Master of Theological Studies in congregational ministry from Trinity Lutheran Seminary. Christopher has served as a church music director and organist for more than 20 years, presently serving as Director of Music and Worship Arts/Organist at Church of the Master United Methodist in Westerville, OH.

So You Want to Be a Music Major: A Guide for High School Students, Their Parents, Guidance Counselors, and Music Teachers by Robert Franzblau
This book details the fundamental knowledge, skills, and attitudes that prospective music majors need in order to make a successful transition from high school to college. Specific exercises are offered, along with supporting online resources. It also suggests steps that parents, high school guidance counselors, and music teachers can take to identify, encourage, and guide future musicians and music educators.

Majoring in Music: All the Stuff You Need to Know by Rich Holly
Highlights the major components for survival and success during the formative years in a college, university or conservatory and provides examples and strategies to greatly assist the student musician. With no-nonsense advice and practical tips, this guide will prepare music students (and their parents!) to meet the many challenges, and take advantage of the opportunities afforded them during the glorious college years.

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The Ultimate Organ Book for Weddings, Funerals, and the Church Year arr. Hal Hopson
This collection is a comprehensive compilation of organ music including a total of 151 titles. It is perhaps the most exhaustive volume of its type to have ever been published. The compiler has given careful attention to the needs of the church organist for interesting and practical organ literature of varying levels of difficulty for weddings, funerals, ordinary times in the church year, and for special seasons and days.

God of Grace (A Compilation of Favorites for Organ) arr. Paul Manz
Paul Manz’s hymn improvisations have long been essential repertoire for church organists. This collection of previously published works combines favorite improvisations on hymns that have wide ecumenical appeal. The collection contains complete indexes of all Manz publications and recordings. This will be used week after week by organists in all denominations. It is also appropriate for students.

Hymn Tunes A to Z arr. Douglas E. Wagner
In the spirit of our great tradition of hymns as vehicles for praise, prayer, and introspection, Douglas E. Wagner has assembled an eclectic mix of creative hymn-tune settings by twenty-one writers, with at least one tune corresponding to every letter of the alphabet! This wire-bound, budget-stretching worship resource provides countless choices for service use and contains a detailed table of contents and a handy tune index.

50 Hymn Trios for Organ arr. Wolfgang Rübsam
These short trios were designed to be performed as hymn introductions, short preludes or brief hymn meditations. They are highly accessible (almost sight-readable) and extremely flexible, and will prove a welcome addition to the library of organists with limited practice time. This amazing collection is presented in church year order and contains trios based on 50 familiar hymn tunes. From Advent through Pentecost, Rübsam’s trios are scored for a two-manual instrument, making them accessible to the majority of organists. In short, this collection of “50 Hymn Trios for Organ” is easily accessible, extremely versatile, and will be a welcome addition to any organist’s library!

The Creative Use of Organ in Worship by Hal Hopson
An extensive resource of 250+ hymn reharmonizations, plus 21 ways to improvise hymntunes for use as service music, along with a complete listing of modulations and 5 harmonizations for The Doxology.

Sunday Morning Organist, Volume 5: The Best of the St. Cecilia Series
The original Saint Cecilia Series was aptly named for the patron saint of musicians who has often been represented in art as playing the organ. This special edition of the Sunday Morning Organist includes many of the most famous pieces from the original H.W. Gray Series compiled into one convenient resource for professional organists. Many musical genres are represented including traditional hymn tunes, gospel songs, American folk melodies, classical favorites, as well as Christmas and wedding selections. “Best of the Saint Cecilia Series” provides a valuable collection of performance pieces for the church organist.

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Christopher B. grew up in eastern Kentucky in a musically diverse family, and began playing organ at the age of 12. He majored in vocal performance with minors in keyboards and conducting at Marshall University and later received a Master of Theological Studies in congregational ministry from Trinity Lutheran Seminary. Christopher has served as a church music director and organist for more than 20 years, presently serving as Director of Music and Worship Arts/Organist at Church of the Master United Methodist in Westerville, OH.

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National Hymn (God of Our Fathers) arr. Mark Thewes
From the opening trumpet fanfare to the powerful, dramatic ending, organists a nd congregations will thrill at this exceptional setting of the familiar hymn tune, National Hymn. The piece calls for a big trumpet stop, but this can be echoed on a different manual if the stop is unavailable. A sure winner – don’t miss this exciting arrangement.

Meditation and Variations on America arr. Jan Linker
A meditation and a theme and variations on “America.”

The Star-Spangled Banner (Concert Variations) arr. E. Power Biggs
Here’s a creative and exciting presentation of “The Star Spangled Banner” like none other for organ. The moving and delightful concert variations style will keep the audience engaged and eager to hear more. Edited by the legendary E. Power Biggs.

Mine Eyes Have Seen the Glory arr. Jan Linker
Four patriotic hymns arranged for organ. The collection contains: “Eternal Father, Strong to Save,” “Faith of Our Fathers,” “God of Our Fathers,” and “Mine Eyes Have Seen the Glory.”

A Patriotic Suite arr. Charles Callahan
Effective on small and large instruments. Includes: “Processional on Eternal Father, Strong to Save” (MELITA), “Improvisation on O Beautiful, for Spacious Skies” (AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL), and “Theme, Variations, and Finale on The Star-Spangled Banner” (AMERICA).

Sousa Marches for Organ arr. Martin Setchell
The “March King” John Philip Sousa (1854-1932) wrote over 100 marches for his world-famous band. Eight of these famous marches are included in this collection. Titles include: “El Capitan,” “King Cotton,” “Semper fidelis,” “The Gladiator,” “The Liberty Bell,” “The Stars and Stripes Forever,” “The Thunderer,” and “The Washington Post.”

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Christopher B. grew up in eastern Kentucky in a musically diverse family, and began playing organ at the age of 12. He majored in vocal performance with minors in keyboards and conducting at Marshall University and later received a Master of Theological Studies in congregational ministry from Trinity Lutheran Seminary. Christopher has served as a church music director and organist for more than 20 years, presently serving as Director of Music and Worship Arts/Organist at Church of the Master United Methodist in Westerville, OH.

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Sunday Morning Organist Volume 7: Voluntaries Without Pedal selected and edited by Alexander Schreiner
This volume of very useful and beautiful church pieces was initially assembled by famed Mormon Tabernacle organist, Alexander Schreiner. There is a great variety of repertoire included, from transcribed works and hymn arrangements to well-known wedding pieces and thoughtful miniatures, offered in a mixture of formats, without pedal notation, and suitable for both large and small instruments. Works of many of the great classical masters are represented, and registration suggestions are included.

Organ Music for Manuals Only selected by Rollin Smith
This unique collection is devoted solely to original organ music without pedal. Includes Serenade to the Madonna, part of 3 pieces by Berlioz; a Barcarolle and Prayer by Saint-Saëns, a portion of another 3-piece set; 3 rhapsodies and communion music by Bizet; plus other organ classics by Liszt, Gounod, Cui, Dupré, Vierne and Gliére.

A Treasury of Organ Music for Manuals Only selected and edited by Rollin Smith
Many organists prefer to play the manuals only without pedal. This second Dover collection of organ music without pedal features a wide selection of works ranging from Bach to Satie. Contents include Pachelbel, Canon; Handel, Voluntary, Op. 38, No. 5; Mozart, Adagio, K.356; Franck, Petit Offertoire; Vierne, Berceuse; Couperin, Chaconne in G Minor; plus works by Purcell, Arne, Haydn, Liszt, Mendelssohn, and others.

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Christopher B. grew up in eastern Kentucky in a musically diverse family, and began playing organ at the age of 12. He majored in vocal performance with minors in keyboards and conducting at Marshall University and later received a Master of Theological Studies in congregational ministry from Trinity Lutheran Seminary. Christopher has served as a church music director and organist for more than 20 years, presently serving as Director of Music and Worship Arts/Organist at Church of the Master United Methodist in Westerville, OH.

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The Art of Hymn Playing by Charles Callahan
Charles Callahan is not only known as a respected composer and recitalist, but is also known as a creative church musician. His years of leading worship from the console are reflected in this expansive collection of useful pieces. Contains over 250 introductions, preludes, alternate harmonizations, and free accompaniments. This collection will stay on the organ console of organists for many years to come.

The Art of Hymn Playing, Volume 2 by Charles Callahan
Charles Callahan’s years of leading worship from the console are reflected in this second expansive collection of useful pieces for the church organist. A follow-up to his highly successful first volume, this edition once again offers over 250 new introductions, preludes, alternate harmonizations, and accompaniments. A CD is also included of the composer playing several of these settings.

The Creative Use of Organ in Worship by Hal H. Hopson
An extensive resource of 250+ hymn reharmonizations, plus 21 ways to improvise hymntunes for use as service music, along with a complete listing of modulations and 5 harmonizations for The Doxology.

Creative Hymn Playing: Improvisation, Exercises and Repertoire by Michael Burkhardt
Discover new ways to think about playing hymns with this performance guidebook for organists! A great tool to help improve hymn playing and invigorate congregational singing. Features include: 1. An overall view of hymn playing in the context of worship; 2. Dual use-tips for improving as well as literature for service playing; 3. An introduction to core improvisation techniques and skills; 4. Sequentially structured core improvisation preparation exercises; 5. 30 written improvisation on hymn tunes further illustrating core improvisation techniques and forms, useful as hymn introductions and voluntaries in worship.

Practically Perfect Hymn Playing: An Organist’s Guide by Albert Zabel
Hymn playing is an essential part of meaningful worship and, when done accurately and enthusiastically, it can inspire great singing in your choir and congregation. Unfortunately, we don’t become skilled hymn players simply by slipping on our organ shoes. And while it will still take practice, this concise manual, written in the personable, accessible style of veteran composer, author, and organist, Albert Zabel, certainly makes things easier. Within its pages is a step-by-step presentation of the techniques you need to be a good hymn player, with exercises to reinforce each skill. Also included are twenty-five of our best-known and beloved hymns — notated as they should be played, not as they appear in hymnals – each of which corresponds to a hymn tune included in Mr. Zabel’s previous guide, Practically Perfect Pedaling.

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Christopher B. grew up in eastern Kentucky in a musically diverse family, and began playing organ at the age of 12. He majored in vocal performance with minors in keyboards and conducting at Marshall University and later received a Master of Theological Studies in congregational ministry from Trinity Lutheran Seminary. Christopher has served as a church music director and organist for more than 20 years, presently serving as Director of Music and Worship Arts/Organist at Church of the Master United Methodist in Westerville, OH.

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Album of Trumpet Tunes for Organ arr. Dale Tucker
This collection contains 29 pieces for organ involving the solo trumpet stop, making it useful for church, recitals, weddings, and various other festive occasions. A variety of works from master composers like Henry Purcell, Jeremiah Clarke, John Stanley, and Flor Peeters is represented along with contemporary trumpet tunes written by some of your favorite contributing writers to the Belwin and Warner Bros. catalog.

Five Trumpet Tunes by David Lasky
A small collection of five Trumpet Tunes that can be used in weddings, worship, or in recitals. Includes a stately Introduction and Trumpet Tune in D; a lively Tune in A minor; a sprightly Tune in C; a spirited Tune in G, and a joyful Tune in F.

Festive Trumpet Tune by David German
Throughout the years, the sound of the trumpet has been symbolic of great entrances and celebrations. That sound is featured in this work, and may be played by the organist or a trumpet soloist. Truly a festive work, this is a joyful and exciting piece which is advanced in difficulty. Perfect for wedding processionals!

Dance of the Trumpets arr. Diane Bish
Dedicated to Janet Jarriel, Bish’s friend and agent. An energetic piece for manuals and pedals, of intermediate to advanced difficulty. The music was inspired by Psalm 150.

Trumpet Tunes for Organ arr. Robert A. Hobby
The original intent for these wonderful trumpet tunes was that most of these works be performed by organ alone with a solo reed stop. However, trumpet parts have been provided for some of these as a performance option. Parts are included. Quite exciting!

Trumpet Tunes for Organ arr. David N. Johnson
Not only the best of David N. Johnson’s trumpet tunes, but some never-before-published tunes are collected into this collection. Organists will also appreciate having access to his cycle of processionals, built on the circle of fifths, which can serve as a stand-alone concert piece, or be used one at a time for festive postludes and voluntaries. The volume includes Johnson’s popular Trumpet Tune in D, which is heard regularly on National Public Radio.

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Christopher B. grew up in eastern Kentucky in a musically diverse family, and began playing organ at the age of 12. He majored in vocal performance with minors in keyboards and conducting at Marshall University and later received a Master of Theological Studies in congregational ministry from Trinity Lutheran Seminary. Christopher has served as a church music director and organist for more than 20 years, presently serving as Director of Music and Worship Arts/Organist at Church of the Master United Methodist in Westerville, OH.