It has come to my attention that both songs, “This Is Joseph” and my arrangement of “Praise To The Man“, about Joseph Smith, need to pull up when a person is looking for an LDS song about the prophet Joseph Smith. I bear my witness that I know he was a true prophet of God and that he restored the true Church of Jesus Christ to the earth!
Joseph Smith Choir Arrangements
May 29th, 2010PEACE
May 29th, 2010“The Rock of Our Redeemer“, another recent conference talk about peace, was beautiful and comforting. “Through The Prince of Peace” in Volume One, “So Will I Comfort You“, compliments this talk so perfectly.
Conference Talks
May 26th, 2010I loved the April 2010 General Conference talks, and I am gaining so much from reading at least part of a conference talk every morning, after I read in the Book of Mormon. I especially loved Russell M. Ballard’s talk, entitled, “Mothers and Daughters” and his talk two years ago, “Daughters of God“, (found in the May 2008 Ensign, p.g 108-10); and realized that my song, “Daughters of God Above“, complimented these beautiful talks perfectly. This Mother’s Prayer and Young Women’s Mission are also a perfect compliment to these talks.
LISTEN WORLD!
May 19th, 2010A terrible tragedy occured here in Utah, where an innocent little boy was tortured, killed, and his little body desecrated by his stepfather and mother. Every decent person has been affected and appalled that such a crime could ever take place! We all pray for comfort and understanding. The world needs to listen to the words of this beautiful song, “Jesus Loves The Precious Little Children.” Let us all protect and watch over the Lord’s little ones.
HAPPY REUNION!
April 13th, 2010My heart is rejoicing this morning, because our youngest son is returning this Friday from his mission to Hong Kong. What a happy reunion it will be! It makes me think about the wonderful reunion we will have, when if we repent and live righteously, we return into our Heavenly Father’s arms. Also, how grateful we should all be for our Savior’s resurrection, which makes it possible for all of us to live again after death. What glorious reunions we will have with those of our loved ones, who have passed on to the other side! One morning a few years ago, I awakened early on a spring morning, hearing the birds singing their little hearts out, just outside my bedroom window. The melody and lyrics to a beautiful, new song began streaming into my mind. “Joy Cometh In The Morning” was born that day. It’s an inspired song about the resurrection and will be coming out, as part of Volume Three, “Believe In Christ”, within the next couple of weeks.
HAPPY EASTER!
April 4th, 2010Happy Easter to one and all! I bear my witness to the world that our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ lives! I know this! I also know that because He lives, we too, will be resurrected. Take a few moments to listen to and read the lyrics to Easter/Millennial Hosanna, That Easter Morning, I Know That My Redeemer Lives, and He Sent His Son.
Choral Edition, Volume Three
March 26th, 2010Those of you, who are searching for new sacred choir music, will be excited about my next new volume, “Believe In Christ”; which is forthcoming within the next couple of weeks. An album full of exciting new, original SATB and SSA musical gems, some of the songs are suitable for ward choir and sacrament meeting performance, and others will be thrilling numbers, when performed by larger SSAATTBB choirs in Stake Conference and larger settings. All of these pieces have two things in common: They are scripturally and doctrinely correct, and they bear witness of the Savior’s truths. This new upcoming volume differs from the other ones, in that scriptural referencing and vocals will not be present. However, piano recordings of each piece will give everyone a good idea of tempo and interpretation. These sound recordings will be attached to each song purchased, for the price of the sheet music alone. Then, hopefully, people will be honest, by purchasing additional .50 copy licenses for the number of copies they need for choir performance.
FUNERAL MUSIC IDEAS
March 18th, 2010I’ve noticed that people are always searching for funeral songs. Here are some very good ideas ~ to be found on my website: “Abide With Me, Tis Eventide“, “Precious Savior, Dear Redeemer“, “Because of The Love“, (in Vol. Two, “The Hope Of His Glory”; sung by my daughters Stephanie and Melissa), and “Pastoral Psalm“, (many peoples’ favorite and a new arrangement, using the lyrics to “The Lord Is My Shepherd”). One of my upcoming volumes will consist strictly of funeral songs.
HARMONIOUS MUSIC ABOUT HOME AND FAMILY
March 18th, 2010
“Music, Sweeter Than We’ve Ever Heard” was written especially for my daughter Melissa’s rich, mellow voice. It is found in Volume Two, “The Hope of His Glory”. And don’t forget about “I Pray For a Home“, for which I just added a FREE flute part.
INSPIRATIONAL YOUNG WOMEN MUSIC
March 18th, 2010Listen to “Daughters of God Above” ~ and read the lyrics to this song, so beautifully sung by my daughter Stephanie. It was inspired.