 Image by Claude Alleva from Pixabay Violinist Amy Welsh returns to present Mozart's "Violin Sonata No. 18 in G Major, K. 301" at this Sunday's Jubilee Sunday service. This sprightly work was composed in 1778 by a then twenty-two year old Mozart in dedication to Countess Palatine Auguste of Sulzbach. The two movement sonata is therefore also known as the Palatine Sonatas.
The Chancel Choir resumes its service offerings with the communion anthem "Bread of the World" in a plaintive arrangement by Dennis Eliot. The composer sets the 19th century hymn text by Reginald Heber to the well-known American folk tune "Wayfaring Stranger" to create a moment of prayerful repose during our time of communion.
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 Image by Avi Chomotovski from Pixabay Works by three American organ composers will be shared during worship on this holiday weekend.
We welcome the morning with two brief statements ("versets") on the Gaelic tune "Bunessan," a melody often associated with the text "Morning Has Broken" in a setting by Richard Proulx. For the Offertory, an "Impromptu" from Ned Rorem's "Organ Book III" serves as a brief moment of repose as the gifts are gathered for presentation at the table. The service ends with an exclamation (point!) of joy in a jig-like dance setting of the famous "Ode to Joy" tune by Charles Callahan.  Image by Gundula Vogel from Pixabay Rooted in Christ, we step forth into the world as witnesses to God's true creation—Spirit led. Songs of faith and new life this Sunday morning.
Flutist Aaron McGrew joins us for two Celtic-inspired offerings. At the Prelude, the lovely "Celtic Hymn" by Hans-André Stamm will greet you into the sanctuary. Arranged for flute and organ, this work is composed of original themes inspired by the folk traditions of Ireland and England. During the Offertory, my arrangement of the English folk tune "O Waly, Waly" will be shared with playful quotes from the legendary Celtic rock band Jethro Tull. The tune has often been paired with hymn texts such as "When Love Is Found" (#362 in The New Century Hymnal). At the Postlude, the joyful "Toccata in 7" by eminent British composer John Rutter sends you stepping out into the world in a way only a 7/8 time signature can! (Perhaps your gait could be met with great approval by Monty Python's "Ministry of Silly Walks":)  Image by Barbara Jackson from Pixabay At the Prelude, the serene "Cantabile" by French Romantic composer César Franck invites you into a prayerful state before worship this Sunday. The Italian musical term "cantabile" literally translates to "singable" or "songlike" and refers to a playing style intended to imitate the human voice.
The Summer Choir offers the classic song of hope of community "Let There Be Peace on Earth" by Jill Jackson and Sy Miller in a lovely setting by Dollo Dilworth. Feel free to join us for this last outing of the summer! Rehearsal begins just prior to the service at 9:15 a.m. From Johann Sebastian Bach, a bold musical statement of faith closes worship in a setting based on the Martin Luther composed hymn "Wir glauben all an einen Gott" (We All Believe in One True God.) Luther's original hymn is a paraphrase of the Nicene Creed.  Image by youngki son from Pixabay Prepare for worship in a quiet space as the serene "Largo" by Mark Thewes sounds from the organ. The Summer Choir offers the popular Marantha! Music praise song "Seek Ye First" in an arrangement by Douglas Wagner. Feel free to join us for this second "pick-up choir" opportunity of the summer! Rehearsal begins at 9:15 a.m. Finally, our worship time together concludes with the jubilant and relentlessly hopeful "Festal Voluntary" by 20th century Belgian organist Flor Peeters.
 Image by Marcin Paśnicki from Pixabay Selections from the American songbook will be offered at this holiday weekend outdoor service. Plaintive tunes from the rich American heritage of folk and gospel music and robust hymnody remind us of the hardy and hopeful spirit of this nation and of God's people everywhere. Vocalist Lucas Jackson and bassist Con Woodall join us on the patio. Rev. Kimberly Salico-Diehl also teaches us her original service music theme to accompany July's book series study, As Long As You Need: Permission to Grieve.
See you out on the green!  Image by Clker-Free-Vector-Images from Pixabay The spirit of improvisation and harmonic innovation inform the musical selections in this Sunday morning's jazz-inspired service. Folk and hymn tunes from around the globe are treated to a colorful re-imagining by flutist Aaron McGrew, guitarist Alan Skowron and bassist Peter Strening. The timeless Baroque lute piece "Bourée," the fifth movement from J.S. Bach's "Suite in E Minor, BWV 996" is also offered with generous inspiration from the rock band Jethro Tull.
 Image by Maicon Fonseca Zanco from Pixabay On this Pride Sunday morning, musical selections by composers from the LGBTQ community will be offered. At the Prelude, a "Soliloquy" from Cleveland native David Conte welcomes you to worship. The Summer Choir sings of the need for more love and less hate by prolific composer Mark Miller. At the Postlude, a joyful "Fanfare" sends you out into the world by notable American composer and writer Ned Rorem.
 Image by khema sok from Pixabay Vocalist Lucas Jackson joins us for a rendition of "I Need You to Survive" composed by David Frazier and made popular in a recording by Hezekiah Walker. The African-American tune "McKee" is given a jazz makeover paired with the inclusive text "In Christ There Is No East or West." From the organ comes a lively setting of the spiritual "Every Time I Feel the Spirit" by Richard Elliott, principal organist for the Tabernacle Choir in Temple Square.
 Image: Fotorech, Pixabay Sing aloud to God our strength; shout for joy to the God of Jacob! Raise a song, sound the timbrel, the sweet lyre with the harp. Psalm 81.1-2 From the Baroque era, two settings of hymns of praise will be offered: the Genevan Psalter tune "Old Hundredth" by Johann Pachelbel and the 17th century German tune "Lobe den Herren" by Johann Walther. During communion, flutist Aaron McGrew presents "Echoes of Joy," a delightful composition by German organ virtuoso Hans-André Stamm.
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