Revival is a long overdue resource that provides fresh accessible arrangements of classic hymns for contemporary ensembles. Each arrangement is scored for SAB choir, piano, guitar, and optional instrumental parts. For added texture, the final stanza of each hymn includes an alternate harmonization of the accompaniment with a soprano descant.
These fourteen arrangements will open a whole new set of treasured hymns to piano and guitar based ensembles. Compatible with the versions found in GIA's most recent hymnals, each arrangement is intended to support and inspire the sung prayer of the assembly.
- Performer:
- Tony Alonso
- Tracks:
- 14
- Total Time:
- ~44 minutes
- Format:
- CD · MP3 · LP
- Item #:
- CD-1012
- Copyright:
- © 2017 GIA Publications, Inc.
- 01.Praise to the Lord, the AlmightyTony Alonso2:12$1.29
- 02.How Firm a FoundationTony Alonso2:41$1.29
- 03.Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty!Tony Alonso3:11$1.29
- 04.Let All Mortal Flesh Keep SilenceTony Alonso3:16$1.29
- 05.Come, Holy GhostTony Alonso2:21$1.29
- 06.The King of Love My Shepherd IsTony Alonso3:38$1.29
- 07.Come, You Sinners, Poor and NeedyTony Alonso2:45$1.29
- 08.Christ the Lord is Risen TodayTony Alonso3:29$1.29
- 09.Jerusalem, My Happy HomeTony Alonso4:01$1.29
- 10.Comfort, Comfort, O My PeopleTony Alonso1:57$1.29
- 11.For the Beauty of the EarthTony Alonso4:16$1.29
- 12.Come, You Thankful People, ComeTony Alonso3:31$1.29
- 13.Lord, Who Throughout These Forty DaysTony Alonso2:44$1.29
- 14.Alleluia, Sing to JesusTony Alonso3:39$1.29
- Revival - Music CollectionG-9405Ship$27.00
- Revival - Music Collection | Download EditionD-9405Download$27.00
- Revival, Spiral editionG-9538Ship$21.95
- Revival, Spiral edition - Guitar editionG-9538GShip$19.95
- Revival, Spiral edition - Instrument editionG-9538INSTShip$21.95
- Revival + Revival II - Choral editionG-9922Ship$9.00
- Revival - Music CollectionG-9405Ship$27.001
- Revival - Music Collection | Download EditionD-9405Download$27.001
- Revival, Spiral editionG-9538Ship$21.951
- Revival, Spiral edition - Guitar editionG-9538GShip$19.951
- Revival, Spiral edition - Instrument editionG-9538INSTShip$21.951
- Revival + Revival II - Choral editionG-9922Ship$9.001
Customer Reviews
Based on 24 reviews
- Sr. Margaret O'DonnellVerified Purchase
Director of Music · St. Brigid Parish, Boston, MA
March 14, 2026A worthy addition to our parish library
Our SATB choir picked these up for the OCIA cycle and the assembly responses caught on immediately. Bowers writes with a real sensitivity to text — the chant settings flow naturally and the organ accompaniments support without overwhelming. We've used it for three rites so far and I have no hesitation recommending it.
- David ReinhartVerified Purchase
Organist & Choirmaster · Cathedral of the Holy Cross
February 28, 2026Singable for assembly, satisfying for choir
What I appreciate most is that the harmonic language is accessible without feeling generic. The descants on a few of the acclamations are a real gift. My one note: I wish the spiral edition were the default — these get a workout in rehearsal.
- Elena VasquezVerified Purchase
Liturgy Coordinator
February 9, 2026Beautiful, but plan rehearsal time
These pieces reward careful preparation. We had to spend a couple of weeks on the longer chant sections before they really settled. Once they did, the assembly responded warmly. The PDF edition is a relief for cantors who need a tablet-friendly score.
- Fr. Thomas WhelanJanuary 22, 2026
Pastorally sound
I purchased these for our RCIA team to use in formation as well as liturgy. The texts have catechetical weight, and the music carries them well. Highly recommended.