Chants for Meditation & Celebration - leader ed

Fresh, contemporary songs for prayer and worship! New music for the life and journey of your community. THE MUSIC -- Total of 77 chants and liturgical songs. Simple, repeated melodies, easy to learn. Musical flavor of traditional Irish and English tunes, as well as Appalachian folk hymns. Subtly rhythmic, gently earthy and heart-felt. Piano/keyboard with guitar chords. THE TEXTS -- Contemporary, inclusive and ecumenically sensitive. Inspired by Biblical scriptures, Christian theology and spiritual-mystic traditions of both West and East. Bridging from the roots of our heritage toward fresh understandings for the 21st century. USES -- For small groups to large gatherings. Informal to formal. Appealing to all ages – children, youth, adults, elders. Quiet, reflective contemplation to joyful, exuberant celebration. Prayer services to Holy Communion-Eucharist. Advent to Pentecost.