NO MORE FEAR OF DYING – THE EASTER ORATORIO
The Resurrection of Christ is an absolutely thrilling story and the crux of the Christian faith. No More Fear of Dying is ideally suited for church choir ministry. 18 songs for SATB chorus and soloists vividly portray the Biblical account of Christ’s final days on earth – the Passion Week. Understanding the challenges and limitations faced by church choirs, Larry has written several songs which can be used in other contexts. Come to the Upper Room – for example – works well with any communion service or mass.
The choir pictured in the banner above was a non-auditioned come-one-come-all church choir with singers ranging in age from 14 to 72. Several parents were singing with their children. Please watch the performance – videos below. (from Easter Sunday – April 12, 1998)
1) We Want to Know Christ
by Larry Nickel
SATB with piano and optional instruments – CP 1672 – duration 3:20 (available now)
We Want to know Christ and the power of His resurrection!
watch the video of the premiere in 1998 here 
2) What is the Lovely Fragrance?
by Larry Nickel
SATB with piano and optional instruments – duration 3:05
Christ experiences a profound act of kindness before entering the city.
sheet music available upon request
3) Hosanna!
by Larry Nickel
SATB with piano and optional instruments – CP 1761 – duration 2:45 (available now)
Jesus enters the city riding a donkey. “Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion; shout, people of Jerusalem”.
watch the video of the premiere in 1998 here
4) Jerusalem
by Larry Nickel
SATB with piano and optional instruments – duration 3:10
Jesus looked out over the city and contemplates the task ahead.
sheet music available upon request
5) Jesus Drove the Merchants From the Table
by Larry Nickel
SATB with piano and optional instruments – duration 2:55
One of the few recorded instances of Christ’s anger.
sheet music available upon request
6) Blood Money
by Larry Nickel
SATB with piano and optional instruments – duration 2:45
The betrayal of Christ – for 30 pieces of silver.
sheet music available upon request
7) Come to the Upper Room
by Larry Nickel
SATB a cappella – CP 1671 – duration 3:20 (available now)
Come to the upper room – be seated at His table.
watch the video of the premiere in 1998 here
8) I Am Not Worthy, Lord
by Larry Nickel
SATB with piano and optional instruments – duration 3:00
Jesus washes the feet of His disciples.
sheet music available upon request
9) Before the Rooster Crows
by Larry Nickel
SATB with piano and optional instruments – duration 3:00
sheet music available upon request
10) Gethsemane
by Larry Nickel
SATB with piano and optional instruments – duration 2:25
sheet music available upon request
11) Twelve Thousand Angels
by Larry Nickel
SATB with piano and optional instruments – duration 3:05
“Do you think I cannot call on my Father, and he will at once put at my disposal more than twelve legions of angels?”
sheet music available upon request
12) Behold the Lamb
by Larry Nickel
SATB with piano and optional instruments – CP 1670 – duration 3:20 (available now)
The trial of Christ was so unfair and brutal – absolutely heart-breaking.
watch the video of the premiere in 1998 here
13) The Denial
by Larry Nickel
SATB with piano and optional instruments – duration 3:25
sheet music available upon request
14) Crucifixus
by Larry Nickel
SATB with piano and optional instruments – duration 6:10
sheet music available upon request
15) Wracked With Pain
by Larry Nickel
SATB with piano and optional instruments – duration 3:05
It’s hard to imagine the agony Christ suffered. “Father forgive them for they know not what they do”.
sheet music available upon request
16) Surely, This Was the Son of God
by Larry Nickel
SATB with piano and optional instruments – duration 3:25
sheet music available upon request
17) We All Like Sheep Have Gone Astray
by Larry Nickel
SATB with piano and optional instruments – CP 1142 – duration 3:20 (available now)
“each of us has turned to his own way and the Lord has laid on Him the iniquity of us all.”
watch the video of the premiere in 1998 here
18) No More Fear of Dying (Finale)
by Larry Nickel
SATB with piano and optional instruments – CP 1142 – duration 3:20 (available now)
The signature composition from the Cantata by the same name – ideal for the Lent and Easter calendar. Actually, since the resurrection is central to Christianity, this song resonates any time of year!
watch the video of the premiere in 1998 here
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Catalogue
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Gordon Lightfoot
Songs for the Sanctuary
Vancouver Youth Choir Series
Canadian Chamber Choir Series
Elektra Women"s Choir Series
La Série Enchantée (French))
The Zimfira Collection (Children)
Profondo - (Lower Voices)
Universal Gospel Choir
Jean-Sébastien Vallée Series
Diane Loomer Choral Series (Folk Song)