Hymns
For the Joy of Our Salvation
The joy in this anthem emanates from the first note. The song celebrates God's abundant love for all. The optional brass and percussion add triumph and power. Worthy of your consideration.
- J.W. Pepper
Safe in the Arms of Jesus
The great Fanny Crosby delivered the text for this anthem, words of assurance and rest, and Patricia Mock gave us a new melody. Brian Buda does a masterful job providing an interesting and uplifting accompaniment. The modulatory shifts in this piece are especially enjoyable, moving to unexpected plateaus with wonderfully satisfying results. An anthem for almost any time of year.
- J.W. Pepper
After the Mist and SHADOWS
"A moving lyric is decorated with memorable music in this effective piece based on a lesser-known text by Fanny Crosby. The text displays the journey of life with tenderness, hope, and authenticity. Accessible vocal writing and superb arranging make this simple yet beautiful."
- J.W. Pepper
I Shall Know Him
"A timeless text by Fanny J. Crosby is presented with a breathtaking new tune in this emotive sacred piece. Beautiful melodic lines caress the poetry with gentle care, while the impressionistic accompaniment and choral writing weave a tapestry of sound. Your choir will find this approach one that maximizes their ability to create a pleasing timbre. This combination of elements will make this a standard for years to come."
- J.W. Pepper
Nearer Blessed Savior
"Here is an engaging new setting of Fanny Crosby's text I Am Thine, O Lord set as a prayer of dedication. Flowing choral lines are beautifully enhanced with a skillful piano accompaniment. As the anthem builds, the original William Doane tune presents itself for a powerful finish."
- J.W. Pepper
Savior Like a Shepherd Lead Us
"One of the most beloved texts of the Christian faith is refreshed with a new melody that is every bit as lovely as the familiar one. Voices, piano and flute weave a lovely tapestry around three verses of Dorothy Thrupp's lyric, with a nod to William Bradbury's He Leadeth Me that begins the setting as a simple prayer."
- J.W. Pepper
Savior, Keep Me Close to Thee
"The tender mercies of God's grace are the focus of this timeless Fanny Crosby text adapted and set to sensitive music. Sounding like a nostalgic early American hymn, this singable tune is well suited for the life journey images contained in the poetry. Opportunities for full four-part writing are seen throughout, along with simple unison statements and a lyric violin obbligato."
- J.W. Pepper
Speak Lord in the Stillness
"This sweet melody beautifully brings to life the call to quiet prayer with a yielded heart. The text written by Emily May Grimes (1920) is reminiscent of Samuel's prayer, 'Speak (Lord), for Thy servant heareth.'"
- J.W. Pepper
The Bitter with the Sweet
"This heartfelt lyric from our treasury of hymn literature is not often set. A new melody and a supportive piano part add color and interest to this tender anthem. There is some divisi in the calming ending. Don't miss The Bitter with the Sweet."
- J.W. Pepper