In Faith I Follow by Matt Herbster – Choir or Solo Special

The words to this song invoke dedication from your heart. They were written by Matt Herbster in loving memory following the passing of his wife.

An amazing rendition by young people – 2018 graduation special.

Where to find:

Wilds (cello and violin obligado and audio sample also available)
J.W. Pepper

Audio – digital Amazon – 99c

(hymn format pdf)

In you’re not familiar with the Matt Herbster family and God’s grand working through their life, the following video provides a blessed encouragement of testimony of God’s greatness. Video link

April 21, 2020October 30, 2020

Dulcimer Music – Christian Hymns for Dulcimer

The dulcimer is an amazing instrument. It is somewhat like a cross between a violin and guitar. (referring to the mountain dulcimer here)

One has the ability to play melody with added harmony and can also play chords.

There are many individuals who use the dulcimer – whether for personal enjoyment or as part of a church service (offertory, special, etc.).

The following is a sample of music played on a mountain dulcimer.

Looking for Christian hymns for the dulcimer? Check out these sites that include hymns:

EverythingDulcimer.com
DulcimerTab.com
JohnSackenheim.com (Has a great selection; sharp tab layout design)

Specific hymn tablature

Amazing Grace (DAA tuning)
Come, Thou Fount
Come, Thou Fount (fuller harmony)

Books

50 of My Favorite Hymns link (currently sold-out) link (available)

November 29, 2019December 9, 2019

Christmas Wish List – Ideas for Shopping

The following feature some ideas that may fit the exact niche for those on your shopping list.

Music Books

Piano book (Intermediate level)

This would be great for piano students or even an adult getting back into playing the piano.

The arrangements are tried & true and a joy to play.

I particularly enjoy hearing the arrangements “Come Thou Fount” and “Shelter in the Time of Storm.” These are intermediate level.

Where to purchase:

Sheetmusicplus (they are currently having a great sale going on right now)
Lorenz website ~$16.95

Hymn Arrangement sheet music (Intermediate level)

I recently stumbled across this one and have liked what I’ve seen.

Where to purchase:

look inside

Favorite Hymns Easy Piano Collection Composed by Various public domain. Arranged by Misha Stefanuk. Easy Piano Classics. Christian, Gospel, Spiritual, Sacred, General Worship. Individual Part, Piano Reduction, Sheet Music Single. 90 pages. Published by Misha Stefanuk (S0.172645).

Sheetmusicplus – digital download (also on sale right now)

Hymns Made Easy Book 2 (Intermediate level)

Excellent compilation of short songs with fun arrangement stylings. A favorite is “For the Beauty of the Earth.”

Good book for students.

Where to purchase

SheetMusicPlus – book or download
Amazon website

CDs/Audio Downloads

Calming, instrumental CD

Fairest Lord Jesus

If you enjoy instrumental (& particularly cello), this is the CD.

Beautiful, calming arrangements featuring cello and piano.

(About one to two songs are unfamiliar.)

Where to purchase

Amazon CD MP3/digital

Additional CD Ideas

Heart Publications is having a sale currently. The following are some CDs I recommend.

O Love Divine

Fantastic CD!

Just the title song is worth the cost of the CD!

Purchase CD (only $5! Wow)

Creator of It All

Nice selection of various songs. Also includes several traditional hymns

The lyrics of “All of These” are top-notch!

CD sale price $5

Harvest

Instrumental selection

More of a “southern” flavor or as their website says “Appalachian hymns”

MP3/digital

Higher Ground

A family member raves about this CD. (It apparently was the perfect gift for him!)

This contains instrumental and vocal selections.

Definitely recommend this CD if you enjoy Irish-style music.

CD $5 sale price
MP3/digital $5 sale price

Music Stand

Manhasset M48 is my go-to stand – reliable, durable, functional. Amazon link

This one is also a less-expensive, portable option.

A music stand is a handy thing to have in the home or place of ministry/business. It also makes a great gift.

For additional comparison of music stands, please visit this post.

Spanish Music

Divino Amor

Excellent collection of songs focusing on Jesus’ love toward us.

Physical CD $5

Where to purchase

La Sangre Hermosa

This CD contains a collection of songs dealing with Christ’s sacrifice and great grace to us.

Where to purchase

CD
MP3/digital (currently $5, sale)

Spanish hymnal

Hispanics love to sing! A hymnal is a treasured item in most Spanish homes!

The hymnal I have used is called Celebremos Su Gloria. It has many of the traditional hymns as well as a few excellent Spanish hymns. There are contemporary songs as well which we do not sing.

This hymnal comes in several formats. If you are specifically wishing for the music score, make sure the edition you order contains it.

Where to purchase

Amazon website
EBI (I have ordered from this company in the past and been very pleased.)

Looking for additional gift ideas?

Please visit this link for additional ideas for students, pianists, musicians, and music lovers.

November 11, 2019November 8, 2019

All Thanks to Our God – Choir Selection

Looking for a peppier song for the month of November?

This composition is a great work offering praise to our God.

Most of the men’s parts are in unison. “Echo” voicing is incorporated in the score.

This is a celtic-feel song with the theme of giving thanks to our God.

Where to find:

Sheetmusicplus:
Music score
Digital score
Instrumental parts (individual flute, violin, etc.)

look inside

All Thanks to Our God Composed by Jeffrey A. Smith. Brookfield Choral Series. Anthem, Call to Worship, General Worship, Sacred, Thanksgiving. Octavo. 8 pages. Published by Brookfield Press (HL.121466).

September 28, 2019September 25, 2019

Rock of Ages – tune by Jonathan and Ron Hamilton

Ever have a song stuck in your head?? Yep! We’ve all had that experience.

This is one of those arrangements that has a tendency to stick in your head, and it’s a good one to have stuck in your head!

I recently heard the edition from Simply Majesty sung and truly appreciated reflecting on the meaning contained in the familiar lyrics.

The above video provides a sample of the original choir and orchestra arrangement. This song was also re-written in the newly released Simple Majesty collection.

Where to find:

Rock of Ages choral book
Digital sheet
Simple Majesty (slightly different than above YouTube video, but easier for some choirs) Link

June 4, 2019May 30, 2019

Great Christian Audio Links

One day I was just needing some extra refreshment/ rejuvenation. God allowed the opportunity for an individual at that point to send me a link connecting to spiritually encouraging songs.

If you enjoy Christian music, I know you will appreciate these. The following are particularly chosen for soothing, calm music. You can add these to you YouTube channel as well or visit ConservativeChristianMusic’s YouTube channel for a playlist.

fyi – These can also be used as offertories, specials, preludes/postludes, etc.