The music page has been updated with several new pieces, including responsive Psalms, hymn tunes, choral music and vocal music. Please take a peek at some of the new material and let me know what you think.

I also have some exciting bits of news:

1. My piece, “Glory to God, Whose Goodness Shines on Me,” has been included in the new Presbyterian Hymnal Sampler, a brief collection of music and liturgy being considered for the denomination’s new hymnal.  Congregations that have purchased copies of the sampler are welcome to use the piece in worship and I’ve already received much positive feedback from musicians and pastors. If your congregation hasn’t purchased the Sampler and you’d like to use it, you must request permission from me directly.  To that end, I am offering a modestly-priced license that will enable you to use the piece whenever you like. Prices vary based on the size of your congregation. Click on the following link for an idea of what a license will cost for a congregation of 100-500. Other pricing options are available on the same site.

2. The piece also being used in the “Many Voices, One Song” initiative, which invites all Presbyterians to sing the same hymn/song in worship on the same day. “Glory to God Whose Goodness Shines on Me” will be sung around the country on Jan. 8, 2012 (Epiphany/Baptism of the Lord). Congregations are granted permission for bulletin or projection use, however, each congregation must use the copyright lines printed underneath the selection in the Sampler, followed by “Permission granted by the copyright holder for use in worship service on [insert specific Sunday date].”  This is not a blanket permission for reproduction on dates outside of the “Many Voices, One Song” campaign; individual permissions must be requested from me directly.

3. I’ll be participating in my 4th Music that Makes Community conference in Houston, TX from October 6-8. The event is designed specifically for clergy, musicians, and lay people who want to learn how to lead music effectively without the use of hymnals or other printed materials. If you are in the Houston area please consider attending this remarkable event.

Keep posted for further updates. I’ve got a few recent commissions that I’m working on and finished a few new pieces this summer. I’ll post new material as soon as I’m able.