From the pages of Scripture to the words of our Founding Fathers, our nation has always been urged to pray for guidance and strength. Prayer for America answers this call in an inspiring 20-minute musical that features four accessible choral arrangements of traditional and contemporary patriotic songs, enhanced by quotations from the Bible, the Declaration of Independence, and beloved American heroes. Veteran arranger Marty Parks has arranged this easy-sing musical for choirs of all sizes, making Prayer for America a perfect addition to any Independence Day, Memorial Day, President’s Day or National Day of Prayer service.

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From best-selling writers Claire Cloninger and Russell Mauldin comes There Is Freedom Here, a patriotic musical that honors our nation and offers gratitude for the Christian faith that we are privileged to practice as Americans. This musical reminds us that America's greatness is solely dependant upon God's grace, and it is the God of our fathers and His Son that deserve our allegiance and our gratitude. Russell Mauldin's dynamic orchestrations and easy-to-learn vocal arrangements celebrate our country, our armed forces, and our faith. God bless America -- there is freedom here!

SEPTEMBER 11: A REMEMBRANCE As many are aware, this year marks the 10-year anniversary of a very painful time in American history. Many churches have contacted us inquiring of any material we have which is specifically appropriate for 9/11 remembrances they have planned for their church this September, especially since 9/11 falls on a Sunday this year. We commissioned our own Deborah Craig-Claar to compose a brief narrative which leads into the stirring, best-selling anthem "There She Stands" by Wes King and Michael W. Smith, arranged by David Hamilton. The result is SEPTEMBER 11: A REMEMBRANCE. This moving narration is available as a free download!

The official song for the 2004 National Day of Prayer, "Let Freedom Ring" by Dennis Jernigan, is being released as a choral arrangement from Word Music. This powerful patriotic anthem is arranged and orchestrated by Camp Kirkland for male trio and SATB choir.

". . . the land of the free and the home of the brave." These last two phrases of the National Anthem evoke a sense of pride, of determination and of admiration for this country. Her freedom, preserved by many generations of men and women of faith, is the subject of many songs. Deborah Craig-Claar and David T. Clydesdale have blended these classic patriotic favorites with newly composed works to bring you The Home of the Brave.

Boldly patriotic, The Home of the Brave focuses on the blessings that God has given us throughout our nation's history. The musical grounds itself in the actual events of history with narration that creatively integrates direct quotations from the diaries of Lewis and Clark, the Declaration of Independence, and the Oath of Citizenship. In addition, the accompaniment recording includes recordings of actual speeches by General Pershing, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt and President Ronald Reagan.

The Home of the Brave is composed of four sections which can be performed separately at Independence Day, Memorial Day, Thanksgiving and Citizenship Day. These sections are each arranged and linked chronologically so a cover-to-cover presentation provides your church ministry with a powerful program well-suited for a community performance. Think of the impact that your church could have at any patriotic celebration with The Home of the Brave.

From the words scrawled by Francis Scott Key in the dim post-battle light of 1814, to the valiant struggle of six Marines to plant American colors on Iwo Jima, to the empowering sight of New York firefighters raising the stars and stripes against the desolation of September 11th, the American flag has come to symbolize the freedoms, rights, and personal liberty that Americans cherish. It is out of this sense of national heritage and faith in freedom that the musical Our Flag Was Still There was borne.

From Deborah Craig-Claar and David Clydesdale, creators of the best-selling patriotic musical The Home of the Brave, Our Flag Was Still There masterfully blends narrations with inspiring testimonies and powerful new songs with traditional anthems, challenging the listener to "pledge allegiance again" not only to the flag, but to God and country. The accompaniment DVD includes real-life testimonies from military veterans and naturalized citizens, as well as actual footage of the Iwo Jima flag raising and more. The final song in the book is a bonus "showpiece," an all-new lyricization of the John Philip Sousa classic "Stars and Stripes Forever" that can be used on its own for patriotic celebrations of any kind. Our Flag Was Still There delivers a stand-up-and-salute performance that reassures your congregation that our flag is still flying, and God is in control.

Freedom is the most cherished of all American principles. It is the dream that launched the birth of our nation, and the prayer we all hold for our children's future. It is the hope by which we live, and the cause for which so many have died. Freedom is, quite simply, who we are.

Created by Deborah Craig-Claar and David T. Clydesdale, Freedom is a cross-generational musical that combines narrations with inspiring original numbers, patriotic favorites, and three powerful new songs: Avalon's "For Freedom," Dennis Jernigan's "I Salute You" and an exciting new arrangement of the official song for the 2004 National Day of Prayer, "Let Freedom Ring." There is also a moving medley of great American hymns, framed by the eloquent words of Franklin D. Roosevelt's famous 1941 "Four Freedoms" speech. The accompaniment DVD provides historical and contemporary visual enhancement to the musical, while still allowing members of your community to participate through personal testimony and tribute. The extended section honoring our armed forces, present and past, makes Freedom an ideal offering for Independence Day, Memorial Day, Veterans Day, or remembering September 11th. Freedom will inspire your congregation and challenge your community to hold high the unwavering light of our nation: freedom!

In a time of unrest and compromise, our nation needs people of faith and conviction, those willing to sacrifice personal comfort for the higher principle of equality. Sounding the call for selfless patriots who will uphold the Christian values in America, award-winning creators Deborah Craig-Claar and David T. Clydesdale present I Salute You. Inspiring narration is woven with a dynamic mix of several favorite patriotic songs and accompanied by soaring orchestration, leading listeners to remember America's great history, honor those who have fought for her freedom, and accept the challenge to uphold her Christian values.

While powerful in message, I Salute You requires minimal rehearsal time, offering easy-to-prepare song arrangements and flexible performance length. Featuring children's involvement and a DVD with spectacular images will enhance this moving tribute to America.