Based on the book Old Turtle by Douglas Wood-Long ago an argument arose between mountains and rivers stars and ants lions and bears on the nature of God. A terrible cacophony of quarreling voices rang out until wise Old Turtle quelled the din explaining that “Godis all that we dream of and all that we seek... all that we come from and all that we can find.” Based on the book by Do…

Commissioned for a premiere performance at the Texas Music Educators Association 2000 convention Joseph Martin's Come to the Music is alive and electric with driving rhythm memorable melodies mixed meter and joyfultext. Optional percussion and piccolo accompaniment (parts in the choral) enhance the medieval dance quality of this exciting piece.

This new Psalm setting from prolific writer Joseph Martin is a lush choral treatment that traditional choirs will immediately embrace. A memorable melody partners with interesting counterpoint to create a lush tapestry ofexpression. Some optional divisi writing gives larger groups a pleasant opportunity for a full rich sound. Lavish!

Come Walk with Me is a journey of faith tracing the footsteps of Jesus throughout his extraordinary ministry. James Stevens' well-crafted part writing makes this expressive anthem accessible to all choirs. Joseph Martin'spicturesque text visually transports the listener to the days of Christ's ministry on earth. Appropriate for Lent or general use this simple yet effective choral will be a welcom…

Commissioned by the Shiloh Bible Church in Bloomsburg Pennsylvania to honor Pastor Larry Hummel and his wife for more than 33 years of service Joseph Martin has written a loving and sensitive text of gratitude for those who haveguided our faith journeys over the years. This moving choral is an appropriate choice for services of appreciation for so many people whose ministries and examples have p…

Admirers of Shawnee Press' best-selling The Awakening will find this choral to be as compelling and effective. Based on Tennyson's work Ulysses Joseph Martin creates a piece of power and inspiration. The Quest Unending is amusical masterpiece to challenge every choir.

In all things we are encouraged to give thanks and praise to God. With our very life-song we offer our worship. This tender heartfelt melody is so expressive and the part-writing accessible to every size ensemble. A simple buttotally engaging piano accompaniment completes the package. Classic writing from the remarkable pen of Joseph Martin.

This magnificent work by Joseph Martin to a text by Will Everett is a message of heroism peace and love for the ages. Commissioned and premiered by the Harlingen High School Varsity Men's Choir at the 2015 Texas Music Educators Convention this is an excellent selection for honor choirs and all-states. Also available in a men's voices setting.

Here is a masterful collection by composer/arranger Joseph Martin. Christmas Tapestry is well-named consisting of fifteen finely crafted tapestries for the mature pianist. Songs include: In the Bleak Midwinter • Awayin a Manger • Joy to the World • Fantasy on O Come Little Children • Coventry Carol • Still Still Still (A Christmas Berceuse) • Children Go Where I S…

Joseph Martin revisits one of his best-selling octavos with a new edition of this beloved hymn arrangement. Gentle changes have been made to better enable your presentations. The text is a paraphrase of the prodigal son parableand the power in the message is undeniable. It is available for the first time with a beautiful full orchestration by Brant Adams and a StudioTrax accompaniment CD both wor…