Sometimes called "Up Over My Head", this simple, powerful gospel tune was made famous by Sister Rosetta Tharpe. During the civil rights era it became a protest song by substituting the words "freedom" and "justice" for "music". This traditional gospel arrangement featuring piano and church organ is perfect for a soloist, a choir, or both! Choirs behind a soloist can echo the first three lines of each verse immediately after the soloist for instant easy harmony, and sing the last line with the soloist in unison. Verse four goes up a whole step for dramatic effect, and slows down at the end for a big finish.
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A soft, jazzy piano trio accompaniment to the iconic New Year's carol. Slow, sentimental, and easy to sing with. Two verses, with sheet music included.
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A gentle, ambient contemporary arrangement of this beloved carol. The sorrowful lyrics show a mother grieving over her child during King Herod's massacre. A quiet, unusual carol for the Christmas season.
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This traditional spiritual speaks of leaving this world and moving on. Arranged here for full orchestra plus rhythm section. Moderate tempo, three verses. Could work well for a soloist, a choir, or a congregation.
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Orchestral contemporary worship arrangement of the Christmas Hymn Joy to the World. Strings, piano, guitar, trumpets and horns. Energetic and up-tempo. Video Karaoke quicktime download available separately (Item ID 1164)
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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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Fun calypso arrangement of the traditional folk hymn. Lively and entertaining, this song is perfect for children and choirs. Marimbas, flutes, steel drums, and guitars plus lots of island percussion.
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Solemn Christmas Hymn based on the biblical prophesy from Isaiah 7:14 that states that God will give Israel a sign that will be called Immanuel. The Gospel of Matthew states fulfillment of this prophecy in the birth of Jesus of Nazareth. This arrangement features solo piano, brass, and percussion. Rubato tempo and wide open arrangement makes this perfect for solo performance.
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Contemporary folk arrangement of the traditional hymn Wonderful Peace, based on Psalm 34. Originally set by W George Cooper. Features acoustic guitar, bass and drums, plus organ and strings. Perfect for a choir or solo hymn. 3/4 time, 4 verses. Guide vocal recorded in F Major.
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Contemporary arrangement of the popular hymn, How Great Thou Art, originally written by Stuart K Hine. Soulful and jazzy, perfect for solo performance or choir. Licensed for use from Manna Music, Inc. No lyrics or lead sheet are provided with this download due to license restrictions. HFA License on file.
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A contemporary version of the traditional Jewish prayer, the Sh'ma. Perfect for Shabbat services and prayer, as well as other Jewish gatherings such as the High Holidays. This version is commonly sung in reform and progressive synagogues.
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A contemporary arrangement of the traditional Christmas hymn with simplified harmonies, and a quick rock feel. Features guitars and drums, and a step up key change on the final verse. Perfect for the holidays.
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A contemporary / klezmer style arrangement of the traditional Jewish song Oseh Shalom. This song is commonly sung during Shabbat services and at other Jewish celebrations. Starts slowly and increases to a joyful speed. Translation: May He who makes peace in the heavens, grant peace to us and to all our people, and let us say Amen.
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An ambient, mysterious and powerful arrangement of the traditional spiritual, Were You There. Perfect for Lent, Easter, Good Friday, and for general worship. All four verses. Great for children or as a solo as well. Complete with rain wind and percussion.
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A peaceful pop contemporary arrangement of the traditional hymn, Holy Holy Holy. Commonly used by all denominations, this one is a long-time favorite for corporate worship and special events.
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