An exquisite recording from The Cathedral Singers and Richard Proulx, featuring Gregorian, Ambrosian, and Gallican chant. A must-have recording!

Former members of the popular band Scarecrow and Tinmen, front man, lead vocalist, and lyricist Bradley DeRosia, along with the tight instrumentals of seasoned rockers Jon Daws, Jason Kopp, Seth White, and Greg Polson, come together to create the kind of explosive Christian rock that excites teens while instilling a message of faith. From the opening song, "Only One," to the final track, "Xanaphobe," this self-titled album will rock you with an edgy and energetic sound that packs faith-filled lyrics with a punch. These are songs delivered in an appealing youth medium that will encourage teens to lead lives filled with the love of Jesus Christ.

Liam Lawton's collection, Light the Fire, is a lilting, melodic Celtic feast. There's a marvelous mass setting with assembly parts that are so singable they seem to dance! The Gloria, gospel acclamation, and eucharistic acclamations are obviously drawn from a cultural tradition of communal singing. You cannot help but participate! "The Darkest Hour" was written to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Great Famine, which plagued the Emerald Isle and resulted in the immigration of so many Irish to this country. Parishes commemorating this painful anniversary will want to make use of this haunting work. The title song, "Light the Fire," is an anthem to St. Brigid.

You'll definitely want to consider this one-act theater piece from the creative hand of Marty Haugen for your next choir performance production. Based on the structure of the Roman Liturgy, Agape utilizes music from many cultures and the prophetic voices of our day, to bring alive a story of struggle, hope, and celebration with parts for adult and children's choirs, soloists, and instrumentalists, and audience participation as well. In addition to Marty's own music and texts, "Halle, Halle, Halle" from the Iona Community and "On Holy Ground" by Donna Peña are also included, plus "Sing Our God Together," co-authored by Marty and David Haas.

God Will Delight is a joyful celebration of David Haas and Lori True’s contribution to the world of congregational song. This compilation of eighteen of David and Lori’s most cherished works—taken from their most popular recordings—includes such classics as “You Are Mine,” “One Lord,” “A Place at the Table,” and “Blest Are They." The music of God Will Delight will stir your soul and move you to raise your voices in praise.

The Old Gravel Road is a fascinating new recording that combines Jeanne Cotter’s music with the rich, rustic storytelling of her uncle, Michael Cotter. Throughout history stories have been an important part of every culture, nation, and race, and good storytellers are revered. Michael Cotter is a professional storyteller. His wit, wisdom, and whimsy weave vivid pictures of a life filled with “experiences from a unique time and place” that teach us of our commonalities and remind us that whether beggar, butcher, or banker, politician, pauper, or priest—we all walk the same road together and that we are called to reach out and build bonds with our fellow travelers. Between each recounting is a song from Jeanne’s collection Tenderhearted. The fervor with which Michael tells each tale coupled with the poignancy of Jeanne’s music will captivate, stir, and inspire your soul.

This collection is definitive Lawton: expressive texts, soaring melodies, and deep emotions all imbued with the power of God's comforting embrace. Inspired by life and his experiences in the world around him Lawton captures these holy moments, gives them a song, and preserves them for all eternity. Beautifully scored and orchestrated by Chris de Silva, song after song inspires a swell of love for God and the gifts bestowed upon us day by day.

An innovative new theatrical work by Fran O'Brien. In an oratorio style, Can You Hear Me Now? by Francis Patrick O’Brien is an exploration of God’s call to humanity and our response illustrated through events in the lives of biblical characters and contemporary believers. While this striking and evocative work is written as a theatrical performance piece, individual octavos will be available separately and can be used in liturgical celebrations where call and response, conversion, faithful witness, and faith sustained are the focus. Can You Hear Me Now? was debuted to stunning reviews at the 2010 NPM National Convention.

Quiet Cities, the sophomore recording of Ryan Meyers, is a collection of heartfelt songs that clamor for awakening. Meyers bravely bares his feelings from the depths of a soul truly enlightened beyond its years. Songs like "Running Out of Faith," "Quiet Cities," and "Boy" are honest depictions of the soul-searching, growing pains of a young man of faith, while "Middle America," "Life as a Carnival," and "Wherever Your Treasure Is" all beg for an eye-opening awareness to the cynicism, dispassion, and injustice so prevalent in our world. This thought-provoking recording is sure to resonate within anyone who has ever questioned his or her beliefs or path in life, and yet Quiet Cities will leave you filled with hope.

For those who admire Marty's special musical contributions—composers, listeners and singers alike—this collection represents an important compilation of the many and varied musical journeys of one of our time's most beloved liturgical composers. This new two-volume offering, containing the best of Marty's earlier years, brings new life and meaning to many of your favorite songs.

The first American recording of the music of Taize.

In Beauty We Walk, an exciting new collection from composer Ian Callanan, is a perfect combination of real-world songs for worship that implore us to become the body of Christ—to live together in unity as “one holy people.” The songs are suitable for use throughout the liturgical year and encompass a variety of musical genres infused with Celtic grace. “Lord Heal the Darkness,” “Come and Eat This Bread,” and the title track, “In Beauty We Walk,” all seek to encourage, embolden, and enliven the spirit. A striking song of farewell, “The Warm Embrace,” offers courage and consolation to those who have experienced the loss of a loved one. Track after track, Callanan deftly draws us toward conversion and healing while inspiring us to live out the gospel message every day of our lives. The music of In Beauty We Walk profoundly speaks to the heart—messages of love, hope, praise, joy, and thanksgiving. Immerse your liturgy and your soul in beauty!

While an increasing number of parishes are celebrating Morning and Evening Prayer, these are but two elements of the Liturgy of the Hours, the church's official hours of prayer. Though the practice of marking the day through prayer precedes Christianity, the fifth-century Rule of St. Benedict provides a structure for the prayers. Compline is perhaps the easiest prayer to add to your daily prayer life as it takes place right before bedtime. As Nighttime Falls is an attempt to bring the richness of Compline Prayer to a wider audience. GIA Publications is happy to offer this resource of hymns, psalms, and prayers for Night Prayer. This release contains seven separate settings of Compline, one for each day of the week. Each prayer lasts about 15-20 minutes and includes an introduction, an examination of conscience, a hymn, psalmody, a scripture reading, a responsory, the Canticle of Simeon, a concluding prayer, and a blessing. Finally, each day concludes with the beautiful antiphon to the Blessed Virgin Mary, "Salve Regina." As Nighttime Falls can be prayed by an individual in solitude at the end of the day (after which, they go quietly to bed), but it may also be used by small groups and communities who wish to prayer together (after which, all depart in silence).

Includes…"All Are Welcome," "Unless You Learn," "Abundant Life," "He Came Down," and "The Hand of God Shall Hold You."

Seasons of Grace, Volume 5 features fourteen more intermediate level arrangements for the liturgical pianist. As with previous volumes of the series, Tate delights us with his take on many traditional hymns (including the liltingslane as well as an exciting multi-metric arrangement of "I Sing The Mighty Power of God"), chant melodies (such as in paradisum, beautifully paired with funeral songs by Liam Lawton and David Haas), seasonal pieces (such as a medley of Polish Christmas carols), and even a suite of Gospel favorites (including "In The Garden," "There Is Power In The Blood," and "Blessed Assurance"). Also featured are original tunes by Tate, including "Open Our Eyes, O Lord, We Pray" and two flexible interludes for those moments when you need a short, last minute instrumental piece during the liturgy. If you like the music of Jim Brickman, George Winston, and Jeanne Cotter, you will want to include Seasons of Grace, Volume 5 in your CD and piano book collection today.