A Cantata for Holy Week. Par MARTIN JOSEPH M.. Portraits in Grace is a musical gallery of faith displaying the life, ministry and passion of Jesus. Through scripture, narration and song, the backdrop is created for the reflections of the Lenten season, particularly during Holy Week. As the cantata moves through Christ's extraordinary life, each song displays the sacred beauty of the Savior, and li…

A bold declaration of purpose for all Christians this inspiring anthem from Joseph Martin poetically states what it is that God's children are called to do. We are one great alleluia. We declare the risen Christ... We must bea hymn of healing... We must share... love's redeeming grace... Triumphant and echoing with confidence “We Are Music of the King” says it all – who we are …

A Christmas Jubilee. Par MARTIN JOSEPH M.. Set hearts soaring with this joyful Christmas cantata based on American folk songs, spirituals, bluegrass-styled carols and original gospel songs. Traditional choral elements dance easily with the rustic qualities of the mountain music and the results are pure joy. Designed to be performed either with piano alone or with the unique bluegrass consort, this…

Incredible poetry. Beautiful music. The talents of J. Paul Williams and Joseph Martin are combined once again to create the lovely and profound God Chose Us. The wonderfully picturesque images of Williams' text examine theawesome wonders of creation and the power of the Almighty. But before all of that before the very foundation of the earth was laid before God said “Let there be light!&r…

Using the familiar hymn tune “St. Thomas ” Joseph Martin has used his incredible musical gifts to arrange a spectacular anthem for choir and handbells (optional). This dazzling display of praise can be used anytimeduring the year and will always be a pleasure for the choir to sing and the congregation to hear. The familiarity of the melody will speed learning but watch for a few surp…

Four children are on a modern day treasure hunt looking for the five core truths of faith as expressed by Martin Luther (ala the Reformation). While celebrating the Reformation's anniversary - 500 years next year - through humor and great music we learn some of the most profound truths in the Christian faith.

Ode à la Musique (1961)for Baritone 4-part mixed chorus trumpet two horns three trombones piano and double bass Frank Martin (1890-1974) Frank Martin was born in Geneva Switzerland on 15 September 1890. He was the tenth and youngest child of a clergyman’s family. He played and improvised on the piano even before he went to school. By the age of nine he had composed charming children&r…

For those who have been seeking an appropriate piece for Mother's Day and Father's Day Joe Martin's reverent two-part original setting of words from the Ten Commandments and Beatitudes is the answer. Of course since it is one ofthe Commandments it's a message that can be used any time. Joe Martin has a wonderful ability to write two-part music that is easy to learn beautifully flowing and tha…

A Cantata Inspired by Spirituals-This major sacred work is musically inspired by traditional spirituals and tells of the ministry passion and resurrection of Jesus through familiar repurposed tunes narration and scriptures. Two endings are provided one for Holy Week and one with a jubilant Easter finale making this a versatile and inspiring work for a variety of Spring programming. From the rh…