Setting a text from St. Martin-in-the-Fields, this high energy anthem is highly rhythmic and syncopated, and features this refrain: "Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel, Gloria in excelsis Deo." Verses (in English) are very conscious of taking Jesus' message of love, justice,...
A setting of a text by clergy from St. Martin-in-the-Fields, this relatively simple anthem-hymn celebrates and gives thanks for our abundance, but also envisions a world of greater justice and peace. Especially suitable in November. Parishes with strong justice movements...
This list contains music that Gibson composed specifically for use in church services. Although much of it is designed primarily for the Roman Catholic liturgy, there are many pieces that will work well in a wide variety of religious ceremonies. To narrow your search, please use the Filter on the left. To get copies of the music, please approach the publisher. If there are any problems, please contact webmaster@paulgibsonmusic.com.
ECS Publishing - Catalog #7111
(800) 777-1919
SATB, unaccompanied [c. 2:30]
One of Gibson's earliest works, this tenderly imploring prayer takes as its text fragments from several psalms. A choir accustomed to singing chant will feel the interpretation come quite naturally.
G.I.A. Publications - Catalog # G-3879
(cantor/congregation edition # G-3880)
SATB or cantor/congregation, optional keyboard [c. 3:40]
With words and music by Paul and Carol Gibson, these prayerful invocations center the assembly and call upon the presence of the Holy Spirit. Easy congregational responses alternate with choir, capped by a beautiful choral coda.
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[Excerpt from A Mass of Life, G.I.A. #CD-289.]
G.I.A. Publications - Catalog # G3358
SATB, unaccompanied [c. 2:00]
This tender, flowing anthem is especially suited for moments of meditation and reflection.
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[Excerpt from A Mass of Life, G.I.A. #CD-289.]
Trinitas - Catalog # 4533
SATB, flute (optional), optional strings [c. 3:15]
With a text that reflects on God's all-inclusive love, and a melody that suggests Celtic folksong, this lovely work was commissioned by the Diocese of Orange, CA, to celebrate the installation of Bishop Tod David Brown.
"Well-crafted, expressive choral writing utilizing a variety of textures. This is a small masterpiece that I wish I had written."
Richard Proulx, composer, organist, conductor
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[Excerpt conducted by Steve Peter with flutist Wendy Karden Bamonte; recorded at Immaculate Conception Cathedral, Portland, Oregon, for OCP Publications/Trinitas.]
ECS Publishing - Catalog # 5178
SATB, unaccompanied [c. 7:30]
Commissioned by Holy Family Cathedral (Orange, CA) this extended setting was specifically designed for lengthy Holy Thursday processions. The English text, in a new translation, is sprinkled with brief Latin fragments. Gregorian chants and new melodies interweave in this meditative anthem.
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[Excerpt performed by the American Repertory Singers (Dr. Leo C. Nestor, director) for ECS.]
G.I.A. Publications - Catalog # G-3905
SATB or cantor/optional congregation, keyboard [c. 3:15]
With words and music by Paul and Carol Gibson, this choral Communion processional in a flowing, contemporary style is suitable for almost any time of the year.
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[Excerpt performed by the Cathedral Singers (Richard Proulx, director) for G.I.A.]
