This composition is both dramatic and profound. It offers a unique salute to firefighters via a poignant text, and music that is memorable. The initial intoning of a chime, followed by a short trumpet refrain, add color to the bold and sometimes sensitive singing of the men.
TTBB
Two Christmas carols for men's chorus (TTBB). Tells of Christ and His mission on the earth. The second number, “Joseph Came to Bethlehem,” is written for a cappella voices.
References: Matthew 2:1, 5-6, 8, 16, Matthew 3:5-6, Luke 2:4, 15
SSAATTBB
Original anthem arranged for mixed chorus (SSAATTBB) and piano, four hands: “Sing a new song unto God, praise His holy name! With gladdened heart and voice triumphant sing unto God.”
Composer: Ronald Staheli
Arranger: Ronald Staheli
Lyricist: Ronald Staheli
Difficulty: Difficult / difficult acc.
Performance time: 5:30
Reference: Psalm 148:1–2, 10–14, Ephesians 1:3
TTBB
New for mens chorus (TTBB) and piano.
Composer: Gwen M. Coltrin
Arranger: Donald H. Ripplinger
Lyricist: Gwen M. Coltrin
Performance time: 4:10
Reference: Joseph Smith—History 1:14–20, 25, James 1:5
TTB
Arranged for mens chorus (TTB) and piano.
Composer: Jeff Goodrich
Arranger: Donald H. Ripplinger
Lyricist: Jeff Goodrich
Performance time: 4:10
Reference: Luke 23:33-34
SSAATTBB
Stirring hymn arrangement for double mixed chorus (SSAATTBB) and piano. Highest soprano note: A.
Composer: John J. McClellan
Arranger: Ralph Laycock
Lyricist: Isaac Watts
Difficulty: Difficult / difficult acc.
Performance time: 4:00
References: Psalm 92:1-5, Enos 1:27
TTBB
Three a cappella arrangements devoted to missionary work for four-part men's chorus. Includes “We've a Story to Tell to the Nations,” “How Beauteous Are Their Feet,” and “Thy Servants Are Prepared.”
Composer: H. Ernest Nichol
Arranger: John Longhurst
Lyricist: Colin Sterne
Difficulty: Medium
Performance time: 3:00
Reference: 2 Corinthians 4:5–6, Doctrine and Covenants 50:24–25
SATTBB
A delightful piece for mixed chorus (SATTBB) written specifically for Mother's Day.
Difficulty: Medium / medium acc.
Performance time: 3:30
References: Genesis 3:20, Genesis 21:1-5, 9-10,
SSAATTBB
Christmas carol arranged for mixed chorus (SSAATTBB) and organ accompaniment (needed for sustained pedal), also heard on the LaserLight recording “Christmas with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir.”
Composer: 17th Century Carol
Arranger: John Longhurst
Difficulty: Difficult / difficult acc.
Performance time: 4:45
References: Luke 2:8-20
SSAATTB
Choral hymn arrangement written for mixed chorus (SSAATTB) and intricate piano or organ accompaniment.
Composer: John Tullidge
Arranger: Crawford Gates (edited by Lowell Durham)
Lyricist: Parley P. Pratt
Difficulty: Medium-difficult
References: Doctrine and Covenants 128:20, Joseph Smith-History 1:30-34
