• New Songwriting Book

•What Are People Saying About The Craft of Christian Songwriting?

Sue Smith (blogger of "Writing About Writing About Jesus") wrote us to say:

"Hey Robert... Loved the book! I wrote about your book in my blog today." Here's an excerpt from her blog:

"...What I really enjoyed and what makes this book different is that it uses great examples from both secular and Christian songs and quotes a number of accomplished Christian writers. I feel honored to be quoted in a few chapters, along with the likes of Lowell Alexander, Claire Cloninger, and Tony Wood, for starters. I found myself reading with my pen in hand so that I could underline things I wanted to go back and refer to again."

For the complete blog, visit: Writing About Writing About Jesus

•What Are People Saying About Robert...

"Robert Sterling's presentations at the composer symposium in Atlanta were not only insightful and instructional they were an inspiration to all who attended. His seminars were the highlight of the week. His thoughtful approach to teaching composition brings clarity to the craft of arranging and song writing. Everyone left the event challenged to reach a new level of excellence in their writing."

Joseph Martin
President Martin Creative Services
Director of Publications Shawnee Press

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• New Release Highlights

"Beyond the Cross" - Choral Anthem Book
(Available through Word Music)

Created and arranged by Robert Sterling, Beyond the Cross is a powerful but easy-to-learn musical for your choir and congregation this Easter. This new offering includes "Christ the Lord Is Risen Today" from the best-selling Hymns for Praise & Worship as well as six other familiar songs. Beyond the Cross is thematically focused on redemption, renewal and the Resurrection, and only requires a single narrator or worship leader. From the driving, energy-filled anthem "Hosanna, Holy Savior" to the climactic "For All You've Done," Beyond the Cross will enrich your congregation's Easter celebration as your choir lifts its voice in praise!

"All the Glory" - Anthem
(Available through Word Music)

Energetically arranged for your worship-leading choir or praise team, All the Glory makes a terrific service opener throughout the year.

"Firm Foundation Medley" - Anthem
(Available through Lifeway)

Package of Praise for choir and congregation includes A Mighty Fortress Is Our God; The Church’s One Foundation; The Solid Rock; and How Firm a Foundation.

"I Will Rise" - Anthem
(Available through Word Music)

This soaring, elegant song of aspiration by Chris Tomlin and Louie Giglio challenges us to claim the power of Christ's resurrection in our daily lives.

"Just a Closer Walk With Thee" - Anthem
(Available through Lorenz Music)

Contemporary soul radiates from Sterling’s stellar arrangement of this classic 19th-century hymn. Regular syncopation and striking choral harmonies are fully supported by the stylized accompaniment. Optional brass and rhythm will enhance a truly soulful performance. It’s an exceptional arrangement that will appeal to both traditional and contemporary congregations.

"Keep Me Near the Cross" - Anthem
(Available through Lorenz Music)

Rest beyond the river. Robert Sterling has given William Doane’s 19th-century hymn standard a country gospel spin that brilliantly contemporizes the hymn while remaining true to its origins. A repetitive two-against-three rhythmic figure provides an intriguing flow to the accompaniment, which is underscored in the optional rhythm part. Showcase your choir and a female soloist with this inspired arrangement.