Victor C. Johnson: Holy Spirit Come Today (SATB/Flute/Bongos)

Uses: General, Pentecost Scripture: Judges 3:10; Micah 3:8-10; Acts 2:1-5. A truly fresh approach to the Pentecost message, this octavo has a touch of an islands styling. A lightly syncopated theme in a minor key is first heard in unison and then given a richer treatment. Adding the Flute and Bongos will bring a unique flair to the work. Holy Spirit, come today; fall this very hour. Rush into our empty lives, and fill us with Your power.

Lamb Of God, I Come

Come to the Meeting Place

Bright with joy and sparkling with early American musical vernacular, this anthem is a great choice as a service opener. Unison singing trades with rich traditional four-part writing, resulting in a sturdy invitation to worship and spiritual fellowship. A strapping piano accompaniment supports and adds boldness. Enthusiastic!

We've Come a Long Way, Lord

This fresh new gospel-styled anthem calls out as an invitation to the walk of faith. A celebration of unity and promise, the Liberian song reminds us that Jesus is always with us and that we will endure and prosper together.Sections where a soloist interacts with the choir are distinctive and effective, bringing joy and confidence into worship. Ending with a crescendo of commitment, the anthem is an affirmation that our walk will be beautiful. Solid!

Silence to Song

The piano sets the scene for this piece with a distinctive minor progression that immediately draws the listener into a spirit of contemplation. The simple stepwise tune rises like a prayer to reach into the hope that is oursthrough God's promises. The meaningful lyric in the stillness of this place, we are listening for Your grace moves into an impassioned plea for the presence of God in our hearts and lives. This prayer of longing crescendoes to abrief quote from O Come, O Come, Emmanuel before winding down to a hushed ending.

Exalted Is the Lord (Medley)

Two energetic and popular choruses are paired, resulting in a powerful praise anthem! Great Is the Lord and He Is Exalted come together with marvelous effect. This arrangement from John F. Wilson drives from start to finish with a stunning conclusion. Available: SATB, Instrumental Pak (Orchestra), ChoirTrax CD.