You Must Trust, the sixty-fifth of the Living Water songs, not only has a solid message, but it’s fun to sing. Mike, the one to whom it’s dedicated, once got the basses and tenors going by adding some incredible finger snaps. Though written for SATB choir, it works just as well with a men’s ensemble …
Tag: original work
Most of the music scores at Choraegus were written by Larry Sue, who started Choraegus as a means of getting them before the public and making them available to musicians worldwide. Most are arrangements of existing source material (such as hymns and classical music), but there are a number which are completely original works.
May 25
The Big Picture – for SATB choir
The Big Picture, the second of the Living Water songs, tells us that we need to deal with the seemingly huge problems in our lives by remembering that God is the one who’s still in control. His infinitude makes them seem as nothing, because He is always in charge. We hope you take a moment …
May 24
Procession and Celebration (Handbells, 5-7 octaves, plus handchimes, 2 octaves, Level 4)
Shosh Meyer is a friend from Oregon who does marvelous things with the handbell program at St. Matthew Lutheran Church (Beaverton, Oregon). Her love for music in general and handbells in particular has inspired the many, many ringers who have been involved in her ministry. Erik, Julie, and Jan Tate were three of those blessed …
May 11
Unfailing Love – for SATB choir
Unfailing Love, the seventy-first of the Living Water songs, tells of how God never stops caring for us and looking after us. No matter what we do, or say, or think, He’s always working to bring us to His side. It’s that divine perseverance that keeps us on track. We hope you take a moment …
Apr 27
Home at Last – for SAB choir
Choraegus has about 100 works for vocal ensembles. These include scores for SATB choir, men’s ensemble, and women’s ensemble. Recently we’ve figured out how to record some of them so that you can hear the music as you consider getting them for your own singing group. Today, it’s our pleasure to present our new recording …
Apr 13
Eagle Wings – for SATB choir
Eagle Wings, the thirty-ninth song in the Living Water Composition Project, is based on Isaiah 40:31 “But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” This verse has been a comfort to …
Apr 08
Happy (Handbells, 3-5 octaves, plus handchimes F6-C7, Level 4)
We’ve rearranged this Low Ding Zone original composition for (a normal) handbell choir! With a light, bouncy melody and plenty of action everywhere else on the staff, your handbell choir will have a great time playing this piece. By the way… please note that it’s not to be confused with the Pharrell Williams song from …
Happy (Handbells, 3-5 octaves, plus handchimes F6-C7, Level 4)
We’ve rearranged this Low Ding Zone original composition for (a normal) handbell choir! With a light, bouncy melody and plenty of action everywhere else on the staff, your handbell choir will have a great time playing this piece. Oh… please note that it’s not to be confused with the Pharrell Williams song from a few …
Mar 30
The Graceful Lily – for unison voices
We have a song of victory to share with you for Holy Week. The Graceful Lily is a song about how the Easter lily symbolizes the Resurrection. It’s for unison voices, so it’ll be easy for your choir to sing. The accompaniment, however, is more than a bit challenging… but that’s why we’ve made the …
Mar 15
Celebration – for handbells, 3-5 octaves, Level 1
I directed a beginning handbell choir at Saint Francis High School in Mountain View, California in 2006-2007. Alas, we only had our loaner bells for a year (thank you, Area 12!), and then had to pass them on to another fortunate group. This piece, Celebration, was a great starter for new ringers. It’s active and …
