This lyrical setting of the beloved carol brings a new sensitivity to the familiar tune and text. Scored for SATB and piano, as well as optional strings, this piece is Jantz’s first in the First Plymouth Choral Series, and his first release with MorningStar Music. Available here:
https://www.morningstarmusic.com/catalog/product/view/sku/50-5027*
Here’s an accessible but beautiful arrangement of the lovely tune, ST COLUMBA, set for 3-5 octaves of handbells. Published by Hope Publishing and available here: https://www.hopepublishing.com/W243067_THE_KING_OF_LOVE_MY_SHEPHERD_IS
Here’s a fun but not-too-difficult arrangement of “Cold December Flies Away” with a touch of madrigal flavor with “fa la la la las.” Suitable for church or school settings, this is available in SATB or 3-part mixed from Hope Publishing, here: https://www.hopepublishing.com/W246448_COLD_DECEMBER_FLIES_AWAY
This arrangement for SATB and piano is an elegant and expressive journey. The text is especially suited for Lent, but could also be used any time a song about devotion or faithfulness is needed. Sections of unison singing give way to rich harmonies and independent 4-part textures that are beautiful without being difficult.
Here’s a new piece based on the tune “O Sacred Head Now Wounded” that also includes an optional narrator. This would be great for Good Friday or any Lenten service.
This flowing setting of the well-known “Abide with Me” proves that you don’t have to sing 4-part harmony to make beautiful choral music. The familiar hymn tune is interposed with elegant countermelody in stanza two and in the soaring final stanza.
“Jubilant Praise” was written to honor Connie Nicholson’s 29 years of handbell directing and 44 years of ringing handbells at Midland First United Methodist Church, in Midland, MI. The rhythmic and upbeat theme give way to a warm and lyrical middle section played with optional hand chimes. An optional percussion part is also included.
This “Hosanna, Loud Hosanna” arrangement for 6 ringers and piano is an energetic addition to any Palm Sunday service or when you don’t have enough ringers for a full 3-6 octave piece.
Here’s Jantz’s first release from Shawnee Press (Hal Leonard). The ancient chant is creatively and expressively updated for a modern audience but still retains its timeless lyrical quality.
This lightly syncopated arrangement of the familiar hymn tune “Come, Ye Thankful People, Come” gives a new lilt to an otherwise straightforward favorite. The middle legato section provides musical contrast, and all the part writing is straightforward and accessible.
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