David Winkler Music - Music For Orchestra


Easy Orchestra
For less experienced players, or advanced groups with little rehearsal time

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The following titles are from the Allegis "Praise Paks" Series ($49.99 each):

Hallelujah (Your Love Is Amazing) (OR-3609). Great contemporary sound for praise band (2 trumpet, alto sax, trombone, and rhythm) all the way to full orchestra.

Lord, Reign in Me (OR-3607). For praise band (2 trumpet, alto sax, trombone, and rhythm) all the way to full orchestra.


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The following titles are from the Genevox Jubilation Series ($54.95 each):

Brethren, We Have Met to Worship (0-7673-3399-3)

Go, Tell It on the Mountain (0-7673-9286-8)

He Is Lord/Bless the Lord, O My Soul (0-7673-0108-0)

I've Got Joy (0-7673-0124-2). Upbeat medley of "Give Me Oil in My Lamp," "Down in My Heart," and "Spring Up, O Well." A fun piece!

Joy to the World (0-6331-9464-6). A good, easy and upbeat piece for Christmas, arranged by Dennis Allen, orchestrated by Dave Williamson, and adapted for the Jubilation Series by David Winkler.

O Worship the King (0-6330-0724-2). Lilting, Celtic feel, using guitar and flute at the beginning, builds to a strong conclusion. Guitar part is very easy, great for involving a guitarist or two with your orchestra.

Praise God -- Doxology (0-7673-0102-1). Contemporary treatment. A best seller.

The Newborn King (0-7673-0115-3). "The First Noel," "Angels We Have Heard on High," and "O Come, All Ye Faithful." Optional handbell parts are included with the orchestration, making this a great piece to do with orchestra and bells!

Worthy of Worship with Thou Art Worthy (0-7673-9765-7)

You Are My All in All (0-6330-3873-3). Dennis Jernigan's popular chorus set in a style reminiscent of the Pachelbel Canon.

Also available from Genevox:

Exaltation Series. See listing under "Music For Instrumental Ensemble."


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The following titles are from the Word "Sunday Sounds" series ($64.95 each):

Almighty (0-80689-05829-5). Wayne Watson tune.

God of Our Fathers with Faith of Our Fathers (0-80689-30257-2)

There is a Fountain (0-80689-07789-0)

Thy Word (0-80689-11149-5)


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The following titles are from the Allegis Silver Series ($59.99 each):

Blessed be the Name of the Lord with Come Into His Presence (BCOR-3027)

Crown Him With Many Crowns (BCOR-3202)

I Give You My Heart (#765762140301). From the Allegis Silver Series, an easy arrangement for orchestra which captures the spirit of this contemporary song of surrender and devotion. $59.99.


We Will Glorify

We Will Glorify (4575711248) -- from the new Benson Orchestra Series. From the opening African drum beat to the majestic ending with full brass, this setting of Twila Paris's classic song is the perfect opener for any service of worship and praise. The music is available as a disc with PDF files plus an MP3 demo recording. $69.95.


The following Easy Orchestra titles are available from Psalm 150 Publications:

NOTE:  All music published by Psalm 150 Publications is now handled by David E. Smith Publications. To order, please call 1-800-OSACRED or go to http://www.churchmusic.biz.

Praise the Lord, Ye Heavens Adore Him (SA7601 -- $32.00). "Brass Plus" format, using "Hyfrydol" tune.

Thanksgiving Medley (SA7605 -- $32.00). "Come, Ye Thankful People, Come," "For the Beauty of the Earth," and "God is So Good." Scored in the "Brass Plus" format.


Advanced Orchestra
More challenging arrangements for larger groups

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The following titles are from the Genevox Celebration Series ($59.95 each):

Above All (0-6330-9890-6). A powerful arrangement of the popular worship song by Paul Baloche and Lenny LeBlanc. Includes parts of two hymns: "O Sacred Head, Now Wounded," and "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross."

Beautiful Savior (0-6330-1560-1). Written originally for my wedding, has been a best-seller. Now available in a updated, "20th anniversary" edition from Genevox.

Children of the Lord (0-6330-2326-4).A fun and upbeat piece based on several children's songs -- "Deep and Wide," "Praise Him All Ye Little Children," and "Rise and Shine (Arky Arky)". Utilizes several novelty elements, including an optional kazoo choir (played by the orchestra members or by a separate group).

Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing (0-7673-9758-4). For flute or clarinet solo, with orchestra.

Holy, Holy, Holy (0-6330-9872-8). As the chime strikes five o-clock, a lonely trumpet is heard -- "early in the morning, my song shall rise to Thee." Little by little, the music grows and builds to a glorious conclusion as we enter His presence where "all the saints adore Thee." An optional dramatic reading (not heard on the demo recording) is included.

Morning Praise (0-6330-9231-2). Based on the hymn, "When Morning Gilds the Skies," this piece is loosely constructed after the famous "Sunrise" from Ferde Grofe's Grand Canyon Suite, starting softly and building to a grand conclusion with full pipe organ.

Silent Night (0-6330-2327-2). A warm and sensitive setting, somewhat reminiscent of the well-known arrangement by Mannheim Steamroller. Includes some nice passages for solo flute.

Wherever He Leads, I'll Go (0-6330-1559-8). Solo for euphonium with orchestra, would also work well with trombone or cello. Written in memory of Gerald Armstrong, a great friend of church instrumental music.


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The following titles are from the Allegis Church Orchestra Series:

Celebrate Jesus (BCOR-3005). Very upbeat and contemporary. $69.99.

How Beautiful (BCOR-3006). Twila Paris tune. $69.99.

Mighty Fortress (BCOR-3104). Very majestic and martial, with organ solo towards the end. $69.99.


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The following titles are from the Allegis Gospel Band Series ($69.99 each):

Down at the Cross with At Calvary (BCOR-3406). Upbeat swing feel for big band or orchestra.

I've Been Changed with Somebody Touched Me (BCOR-3405). Fun piece for big band or orchestra.


"Prism\

The following titles are from the "Prism's Light" Orchestra Series ($49.95 each):

All Creatures of Our God and King (OR-079102). Opens with a statement of the hymn tune by two antiphonal trumpets. Progresses through a series of symphonic developments and ends with a strong figure in the brass.

Jesus Is Calling Medley (OR-39010). "Softly and Tenderly," "Jesus is Tenderly Calling," and "Where He Leads Me, I Will Follow."


"Have Faith in God"

Have Faith in God (Genevox #4183-52). Features piano, includes a part for optional congregation towards the end. Note: This title is currently out of print. If you are interested in this piece, please contact David Winkler directly.

Just a Little Talk with Jesus

Just a Little Talk with Jesus (45757-1289-8) -- from the Benson Orchestra Series. A fun and and novel treatment of the familiar Southern Gospel classic which is sure to set your audience's toes tapping. The opening solo for alto sax is cued in the first trumpet, and other cueings and doublings provide for maximum flexibility. The published CD format includes the orchestra score and parts (PDF documents) and an mp3 demo. $69.95.


The following Advanced Orchestra titles are available from Psalm 150 Publications:

Note:  All music published by Psalm 150 Publications is now handled by David E. Smith Publications. To order, please call 1-800-OSACRED or go to www.churchmusic.biz.

"Hymns of Christmas" cover Great is the Lord (SA7411 -- $40.00). Michael W. Smith tune, originally recorded on the Word Church Orchestra Series, Vol. 2.

Hymns of Christmas Medley (SA7008 -- $45.00). "Joy to the World," "Angels We Have Heard on High," and "O Come, All Ye Faithful."

Jesus Paid It All (SA8203 -- $35.00). Very symphonic, includes the chorus of the gospel hymn "I Will Praise Him." Full string section required.

Jesus Saves! (SA7602 -- $32.00) "Brass Plus" format.

Love Divine Medley (SA7207 -- $35.00). Unusual piece depicting rescue from a stormy sea, based on "Love Lifted Me" and two other tunes. Good concert piece (not a typical offertory).

My Tribute (SA7406 -- $40.00). A favorite of years passed. Requires strong lead trumpet.

Praise to the Lord Medley (SA7002 -- $36.00). "Praise to the Lord, the Almighty," "O Worship the King," and "To God Be the Glory."

Praise the Lord (SA7415 -- $36.00). Song made popular by the Imperials.

Prelude to "Te Deum" (SA7590 -- $32.00). Nice Baroque piece, great for wedding, concert, or worship prelude. For solo trumpet version, see listing under "Music for Solo Instrument".

Sing and Rejoice! (SA7201 -- $32.00). Combines two scripture songs, "I Will Sing of the Mercies" and "Rejoice Evermore."

The Lord is My Light (SA7217 -- $36.00). Based on the scripture song by Pauline Michael Mills.


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The following titles are available from the Word Coronation Series ($69.95 each):

The Name of the Lord with Blessed be the Name (0-80689-31157-4). Fun and upbeat.

Tidings of Joy  (0-80689-31457-5). Contemporary-style arrangement (a la David Foster), includes "O Come, O Come Emmanuel," "God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen," and "Joy to the World." Exciting and challenging.


Incidental Music

Majestic Fanfare. A short (90-second) piece for orchestra, written as an overture to a dramatic musical Easter production. $30.00. Order directly from David Winkler Music.

Music for Biblical Drama series (from PSALM 150 Publications). Music originally written as background music for the San Antonio Christmas Pageant. Parts are included for full orchestra, though most of the pieces don't involve everyone playing at once. There are various types of underscore, fanfares, "Hebrew-style" music, etc. (NOTE: I also have more of this type of thing in unpublished form -- let me know if you need something in particular).

Set I #SA5501 -- $45.00
Set II #SA5502 -- $45.00
Set III #SA5503 -- $45.00
Set IV #SA5504 -- $45.00
All four sets #SA5505 -- $150.00

Overture for a Biblical Drama (PSALM 150 #SA5521 -- $25.00). An original composition designed to set the mood for a dramatic/musical production based on Old and/or New Testament scenes. Begins with a stirring fanfare, followed by a short melodic section in A minor, and ending with a return of the fanfare theme.