This is a simple, elegant setting of “This Is My Father’s World”. An original theme is surrounded by verses of the hymn. It can serve as a sacred song for a worship service or as a lyrical recital piece.
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This is the first to be released of a suite of Celtic music. Each movement will contain a different type of Celtic folk tune and a traditional hymn. The Hornpipe combines The Rights of Man with Standing on the Promises in a rousing barnburner. These were inspired by a collaboration with Irish Whistler Bob Pegritz.
This solo was written for Cornet Solo by Vincent Bach, a famous cornet soloist and instrument manufacturer. It has been adapted for Tuba Solo and scored for Orchestra by Ben Roundtree, who gave its premiere on the George Mason University Symphony Orchestra Concerto Concert under the direction of Anthony Maiello.
This aria from the oratorio Elijah is a beautiful, lyrical melody. The text is from the Bible and says:
If with all your hearts ye truly seek Me
Ye shall ever surely find Me.
Thus saith our God.
This arrangement was written to be played during Holy Week services. It is a minor-keyed contemplation of the African-American Spiritual “Were You There,” taking after a Chopin Prelude.
This handbell arrangement includes playing Dona nobis pacem as a 2-part round, rung with only 8 bells played 4-in-hand without needing any tables. It requires advanced 4-in-hand technique.
Each of the 3 verses of this duet feature the same notes, but in different octaves and on chimes to highlight different timbres. This makes it easier to learn and interesting to listen to. Advanced duet techniques required.
This 4-in-hand bell duet was written for the Liya Music Camp-USA Orchestra at McLean Bible Church. It can be performed without tables, and uses simple 4-in-hand technique.
Announcing the December 19, 2015 release of the Worship Orchestra of Washington performing Ben Roundtree’s Symphony No. 1, “Heroes” and worship music for orchestra. All of the CD sales will go to benefit the Liya Dovgalyuk Foundation and their work with musicians and children with disabilities in Ukraine.
All Hail the Power (with Toss the Feathers) is arranged for full orchestra, rhythm band, and optional congregation by Ben Roundtree. It has been performed and recorded by the Worship Orchestra of Washington with worship leader Martha Haines.
Awakening is arranged for full orchestra and rhythm band by Ben Roundtree. It has been performed and recorded by the Worship Orchestra of Washington.
Cornerstone is arranged for full orchestra, rhythm band, and congregation by Ben Roundtree. It has been performed and recorded by the Worship Orchestra of Washington with worship leader Ben Lashey.
Great I Am is arranged for full orchestra and rhythm band by Ben Roundtree. It has been performed and recorded by the Worship Orchestra of Washington.
In Christ Alone is arranged for violin solo and full orchestra by Ben Roundtree. It has been performed and recorded by violinist Yevgeniy Dovgalyuk and the Worship Orchestra of Washington.
Manifesto is arranged for full orchestra and rhythm band by Ben Roundtree. It has been performed and recorded by the Worship Orchestra of Washington.
Prayer of Ukraine is arranged for full orchestra by Ben Roundtree. It has been performed and recorded by the Worship Orchestra of Washington.
Ben Roundtree’s Symphony No. 1 in D, “Heroes” was composed in 2014-2015 and is in five movements. It is written in honor of Ben’s musical and spiritual mentors. It was commissioned by the Liya Dovgalyuk Foundation. It was first performed on October 23, 2015 by the Worship Orchestra of Washington.
Whom Shall I Fear (God of Angel Armies) is arranged for full orchestra, rhythm band, and congregation by Ben Roundtree. It has been performed and recorded by the Worship Orchestra of Washington with worship leader Ben Lashey.
This is a simple, elegant setting of “This Is My Father’s World”. An original theme is surrounded by verses of the hymn. It can serve as a sacred song for a worship service or as a lyrical recital piece.