Movement 20 in Handel's Messiah is a gentle, flowing double aria for alto and soprano. The text describes how Jesus will protect his people. The alto sings the first half in F, and then the soprano takes over in Bb for the second half. Simple and beautiful. Could be done by one singer with a large range, but really perfect to feature two.
F
An upbeat acoustic version of this classic Easter hymn played by praise band and orchestra. Bright and happy, perfect for Easter morning.
F D Ab C
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.
E
A traditional solo organ accompaniment to this modern hymn. Perfect for Ash Wednesday.
D Bb F
Piano, cello, and flute feature in this quiet, traditional hymn of humility and determination. Perfect for Ash Wednesday.
C Eb G Bb
Perfect for Ash Wednesday, this contemporary arrangement features guitars, piano, bass, and drums. This popular hymn goes well with themes of humility, patience, and gratitude.
C Eb G Bb
A dramatic SATB chorus, movement 46 of Handel's Messiah. Extremely slow and quiet sections describing death alternate with loud, upbeat sections describing resurrection. For this recording, organ quietly doubles the vocal parts in the a capella sections.
Am
A contemporary pop arrangement of the classic Christmas song Oh Holy Night. 6/8 pop-rock groove similar to the Mercy Me recording, with guitars, bass, drums. Perfect for contemporary Christmas programs.
C Eb G Bb
The sixth movement from Handel's Messiah - an aria for solo Alto. This orchestral recording follows Handel's original score, featuring strings, winds, and harpsichord. Popular oratorio for Christmas and Easter.
Dm
A full orchestra and worship band arrangement of the traditional hymn, I Know My Redeemer Lives. Energetic and full of praise. Perfect for Easter or general worship.
D F C A
A fun reggae accompaniment track to the popular spiritual Swing Low, Sweet Chariot. Now the most sung song by English Rugby fans, this song is probably one of the most well-known spirituals ever written. Great for kids.
Bb D E G
A jazz trio version of the traditional spiritual. Cool and bluesy, kind of like a moondance. Great for kids and adults alike. Piano, bass, and drums.
Am Bm Dm Gbm
A contemporary praise band version of the traditional ascension hymn, Alleluia Sing To Jesus. Guitars, drums, keyboards make up this arrangement that is high in energy. This Hyferdol track is also used for tracks 1017 Love Divine, All Loves Excelling, and 1016 Lord of Glory, You Have Bought Us..
F Eb C Bb
A grand orchestral arrangement of the Ode to Joy, the famous melody from the finale of Beethoven's 9th symphony. Begins intimately, with guitar and solo cello, and quickly opens to full orchestra. Makes a perfect congregational worship song for themes of happiness and thanksgiving.
G Bb E C
A mellow acoustic version of the traditional Easter hymn. Piano and guitars, drumset with brushes, shaker, and organ. An easy and beautiful congregational song for any time of year, but particular in the Easter season.
G Bb D F
