Lift Me Up, Lord Jesus

Vocal Solo with Piano

Lift Me Up, Lord Jesus

An elegant and thoughtful solo about repentance, Lift Me Up, Lord Jesus was written for a 2003 fireside and received an Award of Distinction in the 2014 Church Music Submissions.

It was performed beautifully in the 2014 Fall Church Music Festival by Katie Bastian. (I do not own the recording – it is freely available on LDS.org, and a link is provided for your convenience.)

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Wexford Carol

SATB choir with piano

Wexford Carol

Written in a similar harmonic language to the extremely popular Infant Holy, Infant Lowly, this new arrangement of the Wexford Carol is a beautiful choice for SATB choir. The beautiful ancient Irish tune, combined with a gorgeous, introspective piano part, make this a memorable selection for church and community choirs.

This arrangement is available exclusively from HolySheetMusic.com.

Gratitude

SATB a cappella

Gratitude is lovely modern Thanksgiving hymn for a cappella SATB choir. The original text expresses appreciation for the earth, family relationships, the restored gospel, overcoming trials, and ultimately the Savior – “the giver of them all.”Gratitude is available through HolySheetMusic.com.

The Other Prodigal

Male Vocal Solo with Piano

The Other Prodigal from NathanHoweMusic.com
The Other Prodigal

This is by far the most requested piece by Nathan Howe.  The Other Prodigal is a song about redemption, forgiveness, and the power of a father’s love for both of his sons. The song was written in 2003 in the coastal town of Ulladulla, New South Wales, Australia.  The text was inspired by a 2002 address by Jeffrey R. Holland. Purchase and download the recording and sheet music below (you can pay with a credit or debit card or a PayPal account):

The Other Prodigal mp3 recording:

The Other Prodigal sheet music (PDF): You may print two copies for your personal use with this purchase.

Baptism

Vocal solo with piano

capture-baptism

It has become a tradition in our family that I write a song when each child is baptized.  That tradition started with our nephew Brandon in 2007.  This piece, simply titled Baptism, is largely based on the promise described by the prophet Alma in the Book of Mormon: Continue reading Baptism