News & Views Friday, January 16, 2026

Mark Hayes Hymns for Organ Volume 5 arr. Marvin Gaspard
Mark Hayes’s best-selling series of organ arrangements continues with this volume featuring a diverse selection of hymns. The collection includes both general hymns and pieces often used during specific seasons of the year. As always, Marvin Gaspard has skillfully adapted Hayes’s piano originals into effective and idiomatic organ arrangements that showcase Hayes’s signature style.

Titles include: “Lead On, O King Eternal,” “Hallelujah, What a Savior,” “Hosanna, Loud Hosanna,” “Look, Ye Saints! the Sight Is Glorious,” “Of the Father’s Love Begotten,” “Spirit of God, Descend Upon My Heart,” and “Jesus Shall Reign.”

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Advent Awakenings arr. Franklin D. Ashdown
The ten free style and hymn-based pieces that comprise Advent Awakenings speak to the exuberant anticipation of Christ’s birth. “Wake, Awake, for Night Is Flying,” a set of variations on WACHET AUF, was inspired by the resounding acoustics of St. Paul’s Cathedral, London, where it was premiered. Even the quieter pieces evoke a spirit of contained joy. This volume should bring warmth of the season to both organist and listener.

Advent Postludes for Organ arr. Kristina Langlois
A compilation of joyous Postludes appropriate for the Advent Season. The collection features seven composers, and seven great tunes. Titles include: “Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus,” “Lift Up Your Heads, You Mighty Gates,” “People, Look East,” “Rejoice, Rejoice, Believers,” “The King Shall Come,” and “Wake, Awake, for Night Is Flying.”

Advent Mosaics arr. Jacob B. Weber
Jacob B. Weber brings his elegantly simple style to this collection of six organ preludes for the Advent season. Like past “Mosaics” volumes, a variety of techniques and styles have been used. From rhythmic and bold to freely flowing, these preludes are sure to find a home in every organist’s library. Titles include: “Prepare the Royal Highway,” “The Angel Gabriel from Heaven Came,” “Lo! He Comes with Clouds Descending,” “Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus,” “Savior of the Nations, Come,” and “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel.”

Advent with Minimum Pedal arr. Edwin T. Childs
Edwin T. Childs adds to his series of settings for minimum pedal, providing a collection of hymn tunes for the season of Advent. These inventive preludes are suitable as hymn introductions, preludes, voluntaries, and postludes, and will appeal to organists with limited pedal abilities or seasoned organists that need something in a pinch. Titles include: “Creator of the Stars of Night,” “The King Shall Come When Morning Dawns,” “Comfort, Comfort Ye My People,” “The Angel Gabriel from Heaven Came,” “Once He Came in Blessing,” “Lo! He Comes with Clouds Descending,” “Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus,” “Lift Up Your Heads, Ye Mighty Gates,” “Come, Thou Precious Ransom, Come,” “Hark! A Thrilling Voice Is Sounding,” “Savior of the Nations, Come,” “On Jordan’s Bank the Baptist’s Cry,” “The Advent of Our King,” and “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel.”

Four Advent Trumpet Tunes arr. Jerry Westenkuehler
This useful collection takes four well-known Advent tunes and features each as a unique and energetic trumpet tune. These pieces can be used in a variety of ways and are particularly effective postludes. Titles include: “Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus,” “Comfort, Comfort, Now My People,” “Lift Up Your Heads, Ye Mighty Gates,” and “People, Look East.”

Advent Organ Book arr. Michael D. Costello
This delightful collection of fresh arrangements sets seven traditional Advent melodies. Titles include: “Prepare the Royal Highway,” “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel,” “Wake, Awake, for Night Is Flying,” “On Jordan’s Bank the Baptist’s Cry,” “O Lord, How Shall I Meet You,” “Rejoice, Rejoice, Believers,” and “Savior of the Nations, Come.”

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Come, Ye Thankful People, Come arr. Phil Lehenbauer
This collection comprises ten diverse and easy organ works, each rooted in a hymn commonly sung in worship services around the American holiday of Thanksgiving. These pieces vary in mood, style, and length, making them perfect choices for preludes, offertories, and postludes. And since there’s no reason to confine our thankfulness to one time of year, all are naturally suitable for general settings as well. Titles include: “A Thanksgiving Offertory,” “Come, Ye Thankful People, Come,” “Bicinium on Nun danket all und bringet Ehr,” “Let All Things Now Living,” “Epilogue on We Gather Together,” “Trio on Ash Grove,” “Now Thank We All Our God,” “Postlude on Now Thank We All Our God,” “Let All Give Thanks and Praise,” and “Reflection on Kremser.”

Thanksgiving Mosaics arr. Jacob B. Weber
Give thanks to the Lord with these six settings of Thanksgiving-themed hymns by Jacob B. Weber. Designed for Thanksgiving observances, these settings are also useful for general praise throughout the Church Year. Weber’s Mosaics series features creative, seasonal settings for the church organist. Titles include: “All People That on Earth Do Dwell,” “Come, Ye Thankful People, Come,” “How Can I Thank You, lord,” “Now Thank We All Our God,” “O Jesus, Blessed Lord, to Thee,” “Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow,” “Praise to the Lord, the Almighty,” “The Lord, My God, Be Praised,” “We Gather Together,” and “We Praise You, O God.”

When Morning Gilds the Skies arr. Anna Laura Page
We are pleased to welcome Anna Laura Page to our gallery of organ arrangers, as she presents a varied collection of hymns ranging from stately favorites to those based on British and American folk melodies. You’ll even find classical touches in tunes by English composers Gustav Holst and Charles Stanford. “When Morning Gilds the Skies” provides much-needed new repertoire for Thanksgiving and all year around in settings that are also easy to prepare. Titles include: “When Morning Gilds the Skies,” “O God Beyond All Praising,” “When, in Our Music, God Is Glorified,” “I Sing the Mighty Power of God,” “Praise the One Who Breaks the Darkness,” “If My People’s Hearts Are Humbled,” “All Things Bright and Beautiful,” and “Come, Ye Thankful People, Come.”

Thanksgiving Simplified arr. Jacob B. Weber
The Simplified series by Jacob B. Weber seeks to provide attractive new settings that are accessible to novice organists but interesting for experienced organists. The settings are easily mastered while remaining artistic. This collection features 10 easy hymn preludes and includes settings of Thanksgiving favorites. Titles include: “Come, Ye Thankful People, Come,” “From All That Dwell Below the Skies,” “Give Thanks with a Grateful Heart,” “Gracious God, You Send Great Blessings,” “Great Is Thy Faithfulness,” “Now Thank We All Our God,” “Praise and Thanksgiving,” “Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven,” “Sing to the Lord of Harvest,” “The Lord, My God, Be Praised,” and “We Plow the Fields and Scatter.”

Autumn Festivals ed. Rebecca Groom Te Velde
With a host of accessible, quality new settings, and with pieces based on all the major hymn tunes, these volumes are a must for every church organist’s library.

The Last Verse for Thanksgiving and Patriotic Celebrations arr. Janet Linker
16 Free hymn accompaniments arranged by Janet Linker for Thanksgiving and Patriotic celebrations. Titles include: “America the Beautiful,” “Battle Hymn of the Republic,” “Come, Ye Thankful People, Come,” “For All the Saints,” “God of Our Fathers,” “Let All Things Now Living,” “Morning Has Broken,” “My Country, ‘Tis of Thee,” “My Hope Is Built on Nothing Less,” “Now Thank We All Our God,” “Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart,” “Sing to the Lord of Harvest,” “The Star Spangled Banner,” “This Is My Father’s World,” “This Is My Song,” and “We Gather Together.”

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Gladsome Tidings: Organ Settings for Christmas arr. Aaron Shows
Aaron Shows provides vibrant and colorful music in this Christmas collection for organ. The setting of “Angels We Have Heard on High” calls for 4’ flutes and is marked “twinkling, starry,” while the “Sans Day Carol” calls for an “Irish whistle-like” sound. Included are settings of “Patapan,” “Masters in This Hall,” and “Ding Dong, Merrily on High,” along with several other familiar carols. A joyful and welcomed addition to holiday services, concerts, and festivals.

Titles include: “Angels We Have Heard on High,” “Coventry Carol,” “Ding Dong! Merrily on High,” “Gaudete!,” “In the Bleak Midwinter,” “Masters in This Hall,” “On Christmas Night,” “Patapan,” “Sans Day Carol,” and “Still, Still, Still.”

Hymns of Praise and Glory: Eleven Settings for Organ arr. Edwin T. Childs
Edwin Childs writes festival postludes on well-loved tunes that are innovative as well as practical.

Titles include: “All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name!,” “All Who Hunger, Gather Gladly,” “Awake, O Sleeper, Rise from Death,” “Come, Thou Almighty King,” “Crown Him with Many Crowns,” “In Christ There Is No East or West,” “Jesus, the Light of the World,” “Lord, Enthroned in Heavenly Splendor,” “Oh, Love, How Deep,” “The Church’s One Foundation,” and “What Wondrous Love Is This.”

Love and Rejoicing: Ten Settings for Organ arr. Chris Kovarik
Here is a collection of ten hymn settings from Chris Kovarik which showcases the versatility of the organ with writing that features varied styles, tonalities, and colors. Organists will enjoy delving into the rhapsodic and fantasy-like settings ideal for festivals, recitals, and worship.

Titles include: “Come, Thou Almighty King,” “God, Be the Lord to Search and Keep Me,” “Hallelujah! We Sing Your Praises,” “Introduction, Variations, and Finale on The Friendly Beasts,” “Let All Things Now Living,” “Look Who Gathers at Christ’s Table,” “Lord Christ, When First You Came to Earth,” “O Word of God Incarnate,” “Sometimes a Light Surprises,” and “Take My Life.”

Praise for the Singing: Organ Settings for Worship arr. Kristina Rizzotto
This collection of fourteen hymn arrangements by Kristina Rizzotto is well-constructed and thoughtfully composed, featuring settings that are useful throughout the year.

Titles include: “Angels We Have Heard on High,” “Baptized in Water,” “Christ Is the King!,” “Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus,” “Give Thanks for Saints,” “Here I Am, Lord,” “Just As I Am, Without One Plea,” “Lord Jesus, You Shall Be My Song,” “O God, My Faithful God,” “On Jordan’s Bank the Baptist’s Cry,” “Rejoice, Rejoice, Believers,” “Take My Life, That I May Be,” “We Come to the Hungry Feast,” and “When Peace Like a River.”

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Where Peace Abides: Easy Organ Music for Worship arr. James Michael Stevens
James Michael Stevens presents a versatile collection of original works and familiar hymn settings. Ranging from bold proclamations to gentle lyricism, these accessible pieces offer ideal material for preludes, offertories, and postludes throughout the church year.

Titles include: “Monument,” “Elegy Cantabile,” “Grant Thy Peace,” “Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise,” “My Faith Looks Up to Thee,” “Introit Celestial,” “Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven,” “Where Peace Abides,” “What Wondrous Love Is This,” and “Silver Swan.”

Vibrant Postludes in Two Minutes or Less arr. Marvin Gaspard
The popular Two Minutes or Less organ series continues with this volume of short postludes by Marvin Gaspard, perfect for times when a brief conclusion to worship is needed. Nine of the works are based on well-known hymns of praise, with one original work rounding out the collection.

Titles include: “Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation,” “Come, Thou Almighty King,” “Come, Thou Fount,” “Jesus Shall Reign Where’er the Sun,” “God of the Ages, Whose Almighty Hand,” “Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise,” “Marche Maestoso,” “O Worship the King,” “Praise to the Lord, the Almighty,” and “Our God, Our Help in Ages Past.”

From a Green & Pleasant Land: Organ Settings of British Hymn Tunes arr. John S. Dixon
Just as John Dixon’s “Hymns of the Fruited Plain” (70/2449L) celebrated the hymnody of his adopted homeland, the United States, this volume honors the music of his birthplace, England. Drawing on favorite hymns from his childhood as a choirboy, Dixon offers creative and practical organ settings of beloved hymns found in nearly every hymnal, making them ideal for use in worship.

Titles include: “Divertimento on Dominus Regit Me,” “Jerusalem,” “Meditation on Crimond,” “Postlude on Monks Gate,” “Trio on O Waly Waly,” “Postlude on Gopsal,” “Voluntary on The Ash Grove,” “Recessional on St. Patrick’s Breastplate,” “Offertory on Love Divine,” “Prelude on Westminster Abbey,” “Postlude on Thaxted,” and “Chorale Prelude on King of Glory, King of Peace.”

Hymn Jumpstarts: New Chorale Preludes for Organ arr. Paul Fejko, Edward Landin, Evelyn R. Larter, Robert McCormick, Erik Meyer, Kathleen Scheide & David Schelat
This exciting set of seven hymn preludes by seven composers from the Philadelphia area emerged as a project to celebrate the 20th anniversary of January JumpStart, an annual day-long convention put on by the Philadelphia Chapter of the American Guild of Organists. The hymn tunes were chosen because they appear in almost all hymnals but have fewer published organ settings than many other tunes. The settings vary in character and will provide fresh material for preludes, offertories, and postludes.

Titles include: “Deus tuorum militum” by David Schelat, “Bread of Life” by Evelyn R. Larter, “Four Images of Charlestown” by Paul Fejko, “Hearts Awakening” by Erik Meyer, “Reflection on Monkland” by Edward Landin, “Trumpet Tune on Gott sei Dank” by Robert McCormick, and “Prelude on Rest” by Kathleen Scheide.

When the Morning Comes: Hymns of Faith for Organ arr. Matt Limbaugh
Matt Limbaugh offers stirring arrangements of classic hymns of faith and praise in this collection for worship. Several pieces are medleys that blend two beloved hymns and all reflect his more than six decades of practical experience playing for church services.

Titles include: “When the Morning Comes with When the Roll Is Called Up Yonder,” “What a Friend We Have in Jesus,” “We Cannot Measure How You Heal,” “Spirit of God, Descend Upon My Heart,” “Mine Eyes Have Seen the Glory,” “The Lord’s My Shepherd,” “All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name with Crown Him with Many Crowns,” and “Eternal Father, Strong to Save.”

With a Light Touch: Organ Music for Concert or Service by David Lasky
This unique volume from beloved organ composer David Lasky reflects his youthful enthusiasm for lighter, more theatrical styles of organ playing. Written for recital contexts such as lunchtime concerts or encores, these pieces also offer versatility for sacred settings. The collection features both slow and fast works, including three distinctive postludes in lively ragtime style.

Titles include: “A Gentle Soliloquy,” “A Jovial March,” “A Nocturnal Reverie,” “Humoresque in G major,” “An Introspective Air,” “Postlude in Ragtime Style No. 1, “ “Postlude in Ragtime Style No. 2,” and “Postlude in Ragtime Style.”

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The Holy Presence arr. Jan Linker & Jane McFadden
Janet Linker and Jane McFadden have arranged four piano and organ duets for wedding and general use. Titles include: “Be Thou My Vision,” “The Holy Presence,” “Pachelbel’s Canon in D,” and “Prelude on HYFRYDOL.”

Holy Holy Holy arr. Mark Hayes & Marvin Gaspard
Nine songs arranged for piano and organ duet, including: “Fairest Lord Jesus,” “Holy Holy Holy,” “In the Garden,” “O Sacred Head, Now Wounded,” and more.

Festive Hymn Settings for Piano & Organ arr. Joel Raney
Here are 15 duets for piano and organ for a variety of occasions throughout the church year. There are selections for Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving and general occasions. These settings are derived from Joel’s popular series of Worship Openers. While the Worship Openers are extended works that include optional handbells, choir, and sometimes brass, these arrangements have been condensed and modified in order to make them more accessible for busy church musicians who are looking for exciting preludes, offertories, and special music. Titles include: “All Hail the Power,” “To God Be the Glory,” “Great Is Thy Faithfulness,” “The Gift of Love,” “Christ the Lord Is Risen Today,” “Lift High the Cross,” “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee,” “Come, Ye Thankful People, Come,” “Lord of the Dance,” “O God, Our Help In Ages Past,” “O Come, All Ye Faithful,” “Joy to the World!,” “I Sing the Mighty Power of God,” “O Worship the King,” and “Mine Eyes Have Seen the Glory.”

Symphony of Praise: Festive Duets for Organ and Piano arr. Mary McDonald & Lloyd Larson
Two of the most recognized names in church music have teamed up to create this inimitable collection of hymn arrangements. In “Symphony of Praise,” Lloyd Larson and Mary McDonald harness the unique power and colors of the organ, and match them with the dynamic nuance and percussive presence of the piano. These magnificent pieces will delight congregations throughout the year! Titles include: “Praise to the Lord, the Almighty,” “Christmas Gloria,” “Crown Him with Many Crowns,” “Hymns of Grateful Praise,” “All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name,” and “Tidings of Joy!”

Holy Manna: American Shape Note Hymns for Organ and Piano arr. John S. Dixon
Having withstood the test of time, the early American hymns of our musical heritage have great intrinsic merit. John Dixon arranged six of these classic shape note hymns in his accessible style for organ & piano duet. All of these pieces make excellent preludes, offertories, or postludes for worship, and suites of multiple pieces can be easily assembled for a recital. Titles include: “Beach Spring,” “What Wondrous Love Is This,” “Holy Manna,” “Simple Gifts,” “How Can I Keep from Singing?,” and “Morning Song.”

Three Preludes on American Hymntunes arr. Charles Callahan
This collection of duets includes arrangements of the tunes “He Leadeth Me,” “Resignation,” and “Pleading Savior.” Each piece is the appropriate length to be used as a prelude or offertory.

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As Though the Whole Creation Cried Volume 3 arr. Michael Burkhardt
The third volume of Burkhardt’s bestselling “Hymn Harmonizations for Organ.” A comprehensive collection of hymn harmonizations covering all seasons of the church year. Includes traditional hymns, carols, ethnic folksongs, and twentieth-century hymns. Designed to help enrich and assist congregational singing, these harmonizations are reflective of the hymn texts, present hymns in manners indicative of the styles/periods from which the hymns have their origins. They also provide models for organists to use when creating their own hymn harmonizations.

Festive Hymn Introductions and Harmonizations arr. Jens Korndorfer
Ten hymn introductions and harmonizations that are creative, fresh and encourage congregational singing. All of the hymns included are in most denominational hymnals and represent hymns used across the church year. A very useful collection.

Creator of the Stars of Night arr. David Lasky
Twelve easy hymn settings for Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany. Tunes include: BESANÇON; CONDITOR ALME SIDERUM (CREATOR ALME SIDERUM); DIX; FREU DICH SEHR (GENEVAN 42/PSALM 42); GLORIA (IRIS); IN DULCI JUBILO; KINGS OF ORIENT; PUER NATUS IN BETHLEHEM; QUEM PASTORES; SALZBURG; STILLE NACHT; WACHET AUF

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Let Us Break Bread Together arr. Albin Whitworth
Nine communion hymn settings for organ arranged by Albin C. Whitworth. Titles include: “Alas, and Did My Savior Bleed,” “Close to Thee,” “In the Cross of Christ I Glory,” “Jesus, Keep Me Near the Cross,” “Jesus Paid It All,” “Let Us Break Bread Together,” “My Faith Looks Up to Thee,” “Spirit of God, Descend Upon My Heart,” and “Whiter Than Snow.”

Let Us Break Bread Together arr. Daniel Burton
This collection represents a variety of well-known communion hymns written in a creative, yet accessible style. For manuals only. Titles include: “Be Known to Us in Breaking Bread,” “Bread of the World,” “Come, My Way, My Truth, My Life,” “Deck Thyself, My Soul, with Gladness,” “Here, O My Lord, I See Thee Face to Face,” “I Come with Joy,” and “Let Us Break Bread Together.”

Three Communion Meditations arr. David Maxwell
This set includes beautiful settings of well-known hymn tunes “Picardy,” “Wondrous Love,” and “Amazing Grace” that organists will find useful over and over again. While perfect for use during Communion, each piece is substantial enough to stand on its own. Maxwell has called for specific colors with his registrations, but any organist will find these arrangements playable on almost any size instrument and with little work.

Communion Mosaics arr. Jacob B. Weber
This is the tenth edition in the popular Mosaics series by Jacob B. Weber. Communion Mosaics features organ settings that are useful as preludes or hymn introductions during distribution. The collection is bookended with a delightful trumpet tune on “O Living Bread from Heaven” and three variations on “At the Lamb’s High Feast We Sing” (Introduction, Interlude, and Coda), which are useful as a combined prelude or interspersed with hymn singing. Other hymns include “Jesus Comes Today with Healing,” “I Come, O Savior, to Your Table,” “O Gracious Lord, I Firmly Am Believing,” and “What Is This Bread.”

In Communion by Charles Callahan
If you have served “on the bench” for any denomination that celebrates the Lord’s Supper, these settings will help you get through the panic when Communion takes longer than planned or the choir doesn’t have enough people to sing the scheduled anthem. They are based on familiar hymns and are grouped by key centers so that they may be played one after the other.

Communion Interludes (Organ Settings of Eucharistic Hymns) arr. Robert Lau
Organists always need suitable repertoire for communion, and the ever-practical Robert Lau has provided eight easy and useful settings of familiar communion hymns that appear in most hymnals. The settings are intentionally brief so as to provide flexible combination options for the variable length of communion distribution. Titles include: “Be Present at Our Table, Lord (with Come with Us, O Blessed Jesus),” “Bread of the World,” “Here, O My Lord, I See Thee Face to Face,” “Humbly I Adore Thee,” “I Come with Joy to Meet My Lord,” “Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence,” “Let Us Break Bread Together on Our Knees,” and “Theme and Variations on O God, Unseen, Yet Ever Near.”

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Eternal Praise: Sacred Arrangements for Piano and Organ Duet arr. Marianne Kim
Marianne Kim has selected seven anthems from the Beckenhorst catalog and transcribed them for piano and organ duet. These tastefully styled transcriptions, idiomatically written for both instruments, create washes of sound ranging from triumphant and majestic to tender and lyric. Highly recommended for adding color and interest to your worship services, or for sacred concerts.

Titles include: “Great Is Thy Faithfulness,” “Rejoice the Lord is King,” “What Wondrous Love Is This,” “It Is Well With My Soul,” “How Firm a Foundation,” “Give Me Jesus,” and “And Can It Be.”

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Five Hymn Inspirations Set 6 arr. John A. Behnke
The sixth installment in John A. Behnke’s popular organ series is here, offering another exciting collection of easy-to-learn pieces that sound magnificent. Titles include: “Evening and Morning,” “For All the Saints,” “How Firm a Foundation,” “Lord Jesus Christ, Be Present Now,” “Lord Jesus Christ, We Humbly Pray,” “Open Now Thy Gates of Beauty,” and “The Gospel Shows the Father’s Grace.”

In the Water, In the Word arr. James Biery
Eight stunning settings to adorn the Sacrament of Holy Baptism with grace and gusto. A thrilling toccata on ES IST DAS HEIL sounds difficult but falls under the fingers with relative ease. Several tunes that have come into popularity more recently are treated, including BACHOFEN, DENBY, FATHER WELCOMES, and FILTER. Every tune also includes a fresh harmonization to be used with congregational singing, often tailored for use with the final stanza. Titles include: “All Who Believe and Are Baptized,” “Father Welcomes,” “God’s Own Child, I Gladly Say It,” “I Bind Unto Myself Today,” “O Blessed Spring,” “The Gifts Christ Freely Gives,” “To Jordan’s River Came Our Lord,” and “Water, Blood, and Spirit Crying.”

Hymns Complete Set 4 arr. John A. Behnke
Play hymns from introduction to final stanza in a style fit for a hymn festival. Set 4 from John A. Behnke offers nine more hymns with an inventive introduction and creative harmonizations for every stanza. Treat your congregation to hymn accompaniments that are sensitive to the text and interesting for the ear. Titles include: “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God,” “Built on the Rock,” “Christ Is Our Cornerstone,” “Dear Christians, One and All, Rejoice,” “Glory Be to Jesus,” “How Clear Is Our Vocation, Lord,” “Just As I Am, Without One Plea,” “Kyrie! God, Father,” and “Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence.”

Offertory Mosaics arr. Jacob B. Weber
Accent the offertory with grace and joy using the latest book in the long-running Mosaics series by Jacob B. Weber. Six organ preludes provide excellent, fresh settings with several pieces having built-in jump points for playing shortened versions, making them especially flexible for use during the offering. Titles include: “Consider How the Birds Above,” “Create in Me a Clean Heart, O God,” “For the Fruits of His Creation,” “Take My Life and Let It Be,” “We Give Thee But Thine Own,” and “What Is the World to Me.”

Sojourn: Four Chorale Preludes from Childhood to Resurrection arr. Bernard Wayne Sanders
Take a journey through the seasons of life with this set of four chorale preludes. By German composer Bernard Wayne Sanders, the preludes can be played individually or as a set of hymns that outline one’s sojourn from cradle to grave. These sophisticated pieces engage and immerse the listener in these beautiful hymn tunes and are appropriate for both service and concert use. Titles include: “Awake, My Heart, with Gladness,” “Entrust Your Fear and Doubting,” “I Am Jesus’ Little Lamb,” “Lord, Take My Hand and Lead Me,” and “Thy Way and All Thy Sorrows.”

Ten Interpretations Set 1 arr. Jeffrey Blersch
The trusted craftsman at leading engaging congregational singing, Jeffrey Blersch is at it again with a brand-new series of hymn introductions and harmonizations. In this series, ten hymns are treated with an introduction and one or more harmonizations, often with specific stanzas in mind, cementing the connection between words and music, and vividly bringing out the meaning of the text. Use these to uplift, inspire awe, and draw attention to what hymns say. Titles include: “As with Gladness Men of Old,” “Children of the Heavenly Father,” “Glory Be to Jesus,” “How Clear Is Our Vocation, Lord,” “Lord Jesus Christ, Be Present Now,” “Lord Jesus Christ, We Humbly Pray,” “O Christ, Our Hope, Our Hearts’ Desire,” “O Sing to the Lord,” “O Worship the King,” “Rejoice, My Heart, Be Glad and Sing,” “See This Wonder in the Making,” “Sing Praise to God, the Highest Good,” “The Gospel Shows the Father’s Grace,” and “When Morning Gilds the Skies.”

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The Essential Organist for Manuals
The bestselling original has been revised and enlarged with 10 more popular pieces that are requested for weddings, funerals and other special occasions – offering a bumper total of 70. A fabulous resource for the parish organist.

400 Last Verses arr. Noel Rawsthorne
This entirely revised and reset edition of Noel Rawsthorne’s famous collection of 400 last-verse harmonies matches keys found in most recent major hymn books as well as those that have been in use for many years. You will find colourful, manageable arrangements requiring only a moderate technique. Noel Rawsthorne is a master at adding a touch of spice to the harmonies of an unsuspecting hymn tune, but also knows what is possible on the average parish church organ and what will encourage the congregation to sing out.

Fanfare for the Common Man and Other Favorites for Organ
This new series has proved very popular, so here is another outstanding collection.

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.”

Essential Book of Funeral Music for Organ arr. Martin Setchell
This generous collection includes the fifty most popular and useful pieces for funerals and memorial services. They are arranged to be easily playable, requiring the minimum of practice for a busy organist.

Royal Celebration by Kevin Mayhew
Celebrate in style with this stunning collection of 19 traditional organ pieces, perfect for any Royal occasion. From majestic processional marches to serene hymns, this book has everything you need to create an unforgettable musical experience. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of the organ with classic compositions by Elgar, Handel, and Parry, among others. Each piece has been expertly arranged for organ, making it accessible for players of all skill levels. Whether you are performing in a grand cathedral or a small chapel, this collection will elevate your Royal celebrations to a whole new level.

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Music Is More Than Technique: A Guide to Why and How by Dennis Shrock
In recent decades, the classical music of past eras has appeared on concert programs less and less frequently despite its historical significance and artistic merit.

In this volume, noted scholar Dennis Shrock argues that expressive performances which transcend mere technical precision – correct notes, rhythms, and articulations – will generate renewed interest in the musical masterpieces of the past.

Using primary source quotations and music excerpts from the Medieval through Modern eras, Shrock explains how to perform historic music authentically and artfully, revealing its innate nature as intended by the composer.

In this way, the music of past eras – like its counterparts in visual art and architecture – may be “restored” to its original state and appreciated by performers and audiences alike, ensuring its continued relevance and rightful place on concert programs for generations to come.

A balance of scholarship and practical performance tips, “Music Is More Than Technique” is a must-have reference for conductors of school, community, and professional ensembles.

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Grace and Majesty: Nine Hymn Arrangements for Organ arr. Marianne Kim
Marianne Kim’s first organ collection as the Organ Editor at Beckenhorst Press contains nine hymns arranged for organ solo. Satisfying but without unnecessary difficulty, these settings are a taste of what is to come as Beckenhorst reinvigorates its longstanding commitment to repertoire for church organists. Titles include: “Praise to the Lord, the Almighty,” “The King of Love My Shepherd Is,” “Jesus, Lover of My Soul,” “Children of the Heavenly Father,” “Postlude on O Worship the King,” “It Is Well with My Soul,” “Abide with Me,” “Faith of Our Fathers,” and “To God Be the Glory.”

O Worship the King: Hymn Tunes Paired with Classics for Organ arr. Marianne Kim
This compelling collection from Marianne Kim is centered around pieces that combine traditional hymns with pieces from the classical repertoire. In each arrangement, the two elements are seamlessly and evocatively combined for a compelling result. Several of the classics are vocal and orchestral pieces, but most are themselves organ works from the great 19th and 20th century French romantic tradition. Marianne has rounded out the collection with two original pieces that are themselves indebted to the French organ tradition: a gentle pastorale and a fiery toccata. Titles include: “Alas, and Did My Savior Bleed with Pie Jesu,” “Amazing Grace with Air on the G String,” “O Sacred Head, Now Wounded with Chant pastorale,” “Petit pastorale in F,” “O Worship the King with Grand choeur in F,” “Wonderful Peace with Priere a Notre-Dame,” “Toccata in G minor,” “What a Friend We Have in Jesus with Prelude, fugue et variation,” and “Rock of Ages with Andante religioso.”

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.”

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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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!

50 Hymn Trios for Organ, Volume 2 arr. Wolfgang Rübsam
Volume Two of this book again brings short trios 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 contains trios based on 50 familiar hymn tunes. 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!

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Love So Amazing: Organ Music for Lent & Easter arr. Lloyd Larson
The season of Lent, culminating in the days of Holy Week, spans the emotional spectrum – from deepest despair to boundless joy; from penitence and confession to celebration and triumph. In this collection, Lloyd Larson has taken some of his personal favorite hymns for this season and created new organ settings that are deeply inspired by the emotional moods painted by these classic texts and tunes. The pieces will provide useful material for preludes, offertories, and postludes for this entire season. Titles include: “All Glory, Laud, and Honor,” “Let Us Break Bread Together,” “What Wondrous Love Is This,” “Go to Dark Gethsemane,” “Ah, Holy Jesus,” “When I Survey the Wondrous Cross,” “Voluntary on Hymn to Joy,” and “Fantasia on Easter Hymn.”

We Look to Thee: Organ Music for Lent, Holy Week & Easter arr. Carolyn Hamlin
In the preface to this rich collection of hymn arrangements for Lent, Holy Week, and Easter, Carolyn Hamlin makes clear that the theme of the cross sits behind all of this music. Drawing from decades of playing for worship, Hamlin has crafted musical settings of these classic hymns that are full of beauty and spiritual power. Titles include: “And Can It Be,” “Jesus Paid It All,” “Blest Be the Tie That Binds,” “Jesus, Lord, We Look to Thee,” “Love, Immortal and Divine,” “When I Survey the Wondrous Cross,” “There Is a Fountain,” “Must Jesus Bear the Cross Alone,” and “Lift Up Your Heads, Ye Mighty Gates.”

Easter Triumph: Easy Organ Music for the Season arr. Carson Cooman
This collection features 13 easy organ works ideal for Easter and Eastertide worship services. Embracing the season’s jubilant and triumphant mood, the pieces include a variety of frequently sung hymn tunes that are easy to prepare and designed to enliven and energize your congregation. Titles include: “Voluntary on Christ lag in Todesbanden,” “Variations on Noel nouvelet,” “Flourish on Gelobt sei Gott,” “Fanfare and Postlude on Easter Hymn,” “Thine Is the Glory,” “O Sons and Daughers, Let Us Sing!,” “Easter Fanfares,” “Song of Life (Christ Burst the Bars of Death!),” “Welcome, Happy Morning,” “The Strife Is O’er, the Battle Done,” “Postlude on Pange Lingua,” “’Tis the Spring of Saints Today,” and “Voluntary on Ellacombe.”

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recommended by Jen Sper and Lisa Springer, School Choral Music Specialists

Unleashing the Potential of the Musician’s Body (Timani: Anatomy and Exercises for Healthy Playing and Singing) by Tina Margareta Nilssen
“Unleashing the Potential of the Musician’s Body” offers clear and practical tools for music professionals, students, educators, movement specialists, and therapists working with musicians. You’ll learn about relevant anatomy – in particular, joints, muscles, and fascia – and get information on how the brain and movement are linked together. You’ll find dozens of illustrated performance-targeted exercises for all parts of the body, with specific instructions for different types of instruments as well as for singers. The exercises are designed to optimize movement and make playing or singing more effortless and expressive – and through this, access more musical potential. This book also touches on subjects such as warm-ups, pain, healthy living, and self-care tips.

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About the Authors:
Jen Sper is a Choral Music Specialist here at Stanton’s Sheet Music. A native of Cincinnati, she holds a Bachelor of Music Education degree from Baldwin Wallace College (now University) Conservatory of Music, and taught 7-12 choir, music theory, class piano, and drama in Southern Ohio before joining the Stanton’s team in 2006. An active choral singer and accompanist throughout the Central Ohio area, Jen can also often be found exploring the exciting restaurant, brewery, and theater scenes in Columbus, wandering through the local metro parks, visiting family around the Great Lakes, or at home with her very friendly cat.

Lisa Springer joined the Stanton’s choral staff in July 2023. She taught middle and high school choirs for 27 years in addition to serving as Artistic Director of the Columbus Women’s Chorus. She holds degrees from Heidelberg University and Cleveland Institute of Music. She has enjoyed an extensive professional singing career and continues to perform in the greater Columbus area. During her free time, she enjoys spending time in southern Ohio playing with her grandchildren.