Choir Books and Octavos

44 songs.

Compiled by Louis Arnold.

As Sung by Ed Russ and the Old-Fashioned Quartet

Songs Included:

Good Christian Men, Rejoice/God Rest Ye, Merry Gentlemen
I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day
The Little Drummer Boy
Away in a Manger/Silent Night
Beautiful Star of Bethlehem
Once in Royal David’s City
O Little Town of Bethlehem/O Come, All Ye Faithful
Thou Didst Leave Thy Throne
While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks/Go, Tell It on the Mountain

This SSA arrangement is from the choral collection: Songs About Jesus- Choral Treasures from Charles Weigle. Writer: Charles Weigle & Gladys Muller Arranger: Debra G. Cook Difficulty: Moderate

This is a quality gospel “toe-tapper” that your church and choir will enjoy! Writer: Bud Palla Arranger: W. Elmo Mercer Difficulty: Moderate

The Simply Excellent format gives the option of performing each selection with an SAB choir or optional notes for the tenors. This format also limits top and bottom vocal ranges while keeping the creativity of different musical styles.
From the artistic pen of Brett Bedwell comes another singable anthem about the mercy we find at the throne of God, A Throne of Grace.
Arrangement: Mike Hill
Difficulty: Easy- S/E (Simply Excellent series)

A definite “sure to become favorite” song in your collection. A challenge to fulfill the Great Commission around the world, as well as across the street- until all have heard. Writer: Dennis Stremming Arrangement: Michael Hill, Jr. Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Dynamic piece about the wonderful benefits of Calvary. Writer: Byron Foxx Arranger: W. Elmo Mercer

A cheerful, happy anthem in praise of our King, Immanuel! Words & Music: D. R. Van Sickle / Charles H. Gabriel Arranger: W. Elmo Mercer Difficulty: Moderate

From the Musical “God So Loved The World. Arranged by Elmo Mercer.

Almighty Lamb with Calvary’s Lamb Words & Music: Ryan Gass Arrangement: Michael Hill, Jr.

This shape-note songbook is arranged in four-part harmony. There is no separate piano accompaniment, just hymnbook style vocal arrangements

Your choir will love this upbeat song with the familiar hymn Higher Ground interwoven with a great new song by Brett Bedwell. Writers: Charles Gabriel, Johnson Oatman, Jr. & Brett Bedwell Arranger: W. Elmo Mercer Difficulty: Moderately Easy

An easy-to-learn anthem encouraging others to praise our wonderful Lord. Words & Music: Byron Foxx Arranger: W. Elmo Mercer Difficulty: Moderately Easy

A powerful medley of well known hymns. Arranged by: Larry Brubaker & W. Elmo Mercer Difficulty: Moderately Easy

BY HIS BLOOD In a day and age when people are trying to lessen the value of the precious blood of Christ as the sole cleansing agent from sin, Bro. Foxx reminds us that it is By His Blood our sins are forgiven.
Writer: Byron Foxx
Arranger: Glenn Christianson
Difficulty: Moderately Easy

A challenge to all that hear to ‘Consider Christ’ and all He has done for us. Words: Paul Chappell Arranger: Glenn Christianson

Arranged by Dale Lieser

The Simply Excellent format gives the option of performing each selection with an SAB choir or optional notes for the tenors. This format also limits top and bottom vocal ranges while keeping the creativity of different musical styles. Ev’ry time you need the Lord, He is there!

Are you tired of beginning your services with the same choir opener week after week? Evangelistic Choir Openers – Volume I by Charise Webster solves this problem with 10 powerful songs to help your choir begin every church service with excitement. Each song contained in the Evangelistic Choir Openers book has been arranged specifically to be used as an opener with no additional adaptation needed.

God’s forgiveness lasts forever! Great choir song with solo.
Writer: Glenn Christianson
Arranger: Glenn Christianson
Difficulty: Moderate

Words and Music: Anthony Palla Arrangement by: W. Elmo Mercer & Debra Cook Difficulty: Moderately Easy

This beautiful song reminds us that no matter what we face in life, God can do all things and He is able! Writer: Dennis Stremming Arranger: W. Elmo Mercer Difficulty: Moderately Easy

This SSA arrangement reminds us of the change that happens in a sinner’s life when they accept God’s Amazing Grace. Writer: Byron Foxx Arranger: Glenn Christianson Difficulty: Moderate

Perhaps Glenn Christianson’s best piece. Features solo with choir. Writer: Glenn Christianson Arranger: Glenn Christianson Difficulty: Moderate

Arranged by Dale Lieser.

Good News! Jesus died for me, He lives today, and He’ll be coming soon! A happy, evangelistic song telling the Gospel story. Writer: Larry Brubaker Arrangement: Elmo Mercer Difficulty: Moderately Easy

14 new choruses for choir and congregation.

This is a wonderful choral arrangement of the beloved gospel song. Arranger: Harold DeCou Difficulty: Moderately Easy

A easy-to-learn anthem that would serve well for the Easter season. Writer: Brett Bedwell Arranger: W. Elmo Mercer Difficulty: Moderately Easy