A contemporary arrangement of this Easter hymn, featuring guitars, organ, piano, bass, and drums. Direct, easy-to-understand lyrics and an easy melody to sing make this a great choice for a large Easter service.
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An new classical arrangement of this quiet hymn of prayer, featuring piano, acoustic guitar, strings, and horns. The lyrics clearly show the connection between what God does for us and our own service in the world, which makes it a perfect song for themes of responsibility or service.
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The ninth movement in Handel's Messiah begins with an alto aria, and ends with a triumphant SATB chorus. Together, they create a massive and grand piece of music. Smooth and flowing, this interpretation is inspired by the well-known London Symphony Orchestra recordings.
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This long, slow, beautiful soprano aria begins the Third Part of Handel's Messiah. Very smooth and legato, this is a common solo for Easter. Tempos and direction are inspired by the well-known London Symphony Orchestra recordings. This is movement 45 of the Messiah.
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Movement 11 from Handel's Messiah is an aria for bass. The creepy chromatic melody is played unison by the orchestra and soloist, giving an unusual, dark character to the text. Tempos are similar to the London Symphony Orchestra recording.
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A forcefully dramatic tenor recitative, movement 27 of Handel's Messiah. Only a minute in length, it can also be performed by a soprano soloist.
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A brief tenor recitative, accompanied by harpsichord and strings. Movement 42 of Handel's Messiah, this functions as a short introduction to the tenor aria "Thou Shalt Break Them".
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The well-known Chanukah song "Who Can Retell", with accordion, guitar, piano, fiddle, clarinet, and drums. Twice through, so that groups can sing it both in Hebrew and English.
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A contemporary praise band version of the traditional hymn Lord of Glory, You Have Bought Us. Guitars, drums, keyboards make up this arrangement that is high in energy. Christian community and service to others. This Hyferdol track is also used for tracks 1017 Love Divine, All Loves Excelling, and 1096 Alleluia! Sing To Jesus.
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Fourteen of our best-selling Easter hymns in their most commonly sung keys! Often joyous and celebratory, sometimes thoughtful and haunting, in a mix of contemporary and classical styles, these hymns are classics that can be used year-round. Each accompaniment background track comes with sheet music.<br><br>
A gentle acoustic version of this traditional hymn about depending on the cross. Perfect for Lent and Ash Wednesday. Piano, guitar, bass, viola, and light percussion in an arrangement that's easy to sing.
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The massive final movement of Handel's Messiah, scored for SATB chorus and full orchestra, includes unison rhythm choruses, four part fugal sections, a big ending, and a four-minute Amen section that could be considered a separate movement. Trumpets and kettledrums boost the energy of this truly grand finale.
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Movement 49 of Handel's Messiah is a short alto recitative, setting the tone (and the key) for the alto-tenor duet that follows it (O Death, Where is Thy Sting?)
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This quiet alto aria about Christ's generosity towards his abusers is the B section of movement 23 of the Messiah. It was recorded separately so that it can be used alone, as a short and simple aria, or as a bridge to "He Was Despised" (Spiritrax 1208) as per Handel's original instructions.
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A peaceful contemporary arrangement of the traditional hymn, The Old Rugged Cross. Perfect for Easter, Lent, and Good Friday. Songs lyrics reinforce faith in the cross, and the hope that is found in salvation. Four verses in this arrangement (repeat of the first verse at end, or room for alternate lyrics).
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