Adam-Ondi-Ahman

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This is the old hymn, Adam-Ondi-Ahman arranged for SATB with divisi. If you like it and use it, I would love to hear about it.

My New Best Friend

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This is a special piece for me. My eldest grandson is turning 8 in November and he is very excited about his upcoming baptism and confirmation. Since there is no way that my wife and I can attend his special event (we live in Utah and he lives in Pennsylvania), I thought the next best thing to do would be to write a song for him. I asked his mother to "interview" him about his baptism. Here is what he responded:

he is looking forward to having the holy ghost as a new best friend, and that he's excited to be the newest member of church. He said he is also excited to "be like mom and dad" and be a member of the church.

So, I started penning some lyrics in a haphazard way (without even having a clue what the tune would be) - This was last Thursday evening. I turned my lyrics over to one of my collaborators who took my chaos and turned it into a wonderful song and has all the points that my grandson made. This was last Friday evening.

As I read through the words that evening, a tune started to formulate in my head. I wanted it to be a happy song because of the excitement of my grandson for this event.

I hope you like it and welcome any comments. And thanks again to Sue Anderson for her gift in turning chaotic words into a wonderful chronological song. We will miss you, Aidan but will be there in spirit. :)

1. This birthday is a special one, I'm finally turning eight!

    My baptism is coming soon, and I can hardly wait!

    The Bishop wants to talk to me about that special day.

    When I'm confirmed, my new best friend will help me to obey.

2, I'll go beneath the water clear, washed clean from head to toe.

    and rise up with my spirit pure, as freshly fallen snow.

    Then I'll be ready to receive a gift I cannot see:

    the Holy Ghost, my new best friend to guide and comfort me.

3. While others place their hands upon my head, I will be still.

    "Receive the Holy Ghost", they'll say, and joyfully, I will!
    At last I'll be a member of the Church like Mom and Dad.
    The Spirit will be with me, and that makes MY spirit glad!

Though I am Young

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A nice flowing Primary song about how Primary children can be of service. Thanks to Michael Young for the lyrics.

Though I am young, I too can serve. My little hands and feet can help the Lord.
Though I am small, I can be strong. Building God's kingdom because I belong!
My little voice can help others obey. I know that God hears when I use it to pray.
Though I am young, I, too can serve. My little hands and feet can help the Lord.

Though I am young, still I can be a light to others that helps them to see.
Though I don't know all things to do, the Holy Spirit will help guide me through.
Though I don't stand tall, I still stand for right. For I know that courage is better than height.

Though I am young, still I can be a light to others that helps them to see.

A Child's Testimony

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This was another one of those songs that popped into my head and then my collaborator came up with words almost instantly. It was meant to be. Thanks to Sue Anderson for the wonderful lyrics to go with this tune. Appropriate for Primary children. I hope you enjoy it. If you like it, please leave feedback!

Sometimes when I feel afraid and alone I remember the things that I know. 
I have a Father in Heaven who loves me, and I lived with Him long ago. 
He said that I could be like Him one day. I came to earth to learn how. 
God gave me parents to show me the way and to help Him watch over me now. 

I have a Brother in Heaven as well. Jesus loves me, and I love Him too. 
He gave His life for me; He made things right for me I know His teachings are true. 
I can be faithful and I can be strong. I have His goodness in me. 
I have a family to help me along and to love me for eternity. 

The Sabbath Day is my Favorite Day

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I was reading talks one morning, and in particular the talk by Sister Neill F. Marriott. While I was reading that talk, this tune popped into my head. I knew that it had to be a Children's song about the Sabbath, so I consulted with my collaborator with the idea and she took it from there. I am grateful to have so many wonderful collaborators to help in getting this music out. If you like it, please leave feedback and if you use it, I'd love to hear about it.

1. The Sabbath Day is my favorite day, and so I want to prepare. 
When I'm on time and I look my best, I show the Lord that I care. 

2. The Sabbath Day is my favorite day, I start by saying a prayer. 
When I am reverent and worshipful, my Heavenly Father is there. 

3. The Sabbath day is my favorite day, my thoughts are only the best. 
No chores, no playing with friends, a sacred day when we rest. 

The First Noel

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Here is a joyful arrangement of The First Noel for your Ward Choir to do. It has some challenges, but with practice can be done. :) As always, if you use this piece, please leave me feedback. I love feedback. Thanks to Nathan Howe for helping me with some scoring issues. I'm still learning.

All Things Testify of Him

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Thanks once again to Dixie Lea Henrie for the beautiful lyrics to go with this song. This is appropriate for Young Men/Young Women to sing. The words reflect Moses 6:63. If you do perform this, I would appreciate a note and even better if you can get an audio recording of the performance and send it to me that would be so appreciated.

The beauty of a setting sun, a newborn baby's birth, 
A blade of grass, the azure sky, all creatures on the earth. 
The flowers open to the sun, the oceans roll ashore, 
For evidence of heavens touch, I could not ever ask for more. 

When I awake to each new day I say a little prayer, 
Of gratitude for all I see, the beauty everywhere. 
Our Father made the universe for all who dwell within, 
My heart and mind convey to me that all things testify of Him.