Leon C. Roberts weaves past and present into an exciting celebration of Advent and Christmas. Beginning with the painful, questioning cries of children, the din of traffic and the urban nightmare of gunfire and sirens, The Coming leads us to a vital celebration of our Savior's birth. Leon dramatically reminds us how much our contemporary world needs Jesus to be born within us.
The Coming's music resonates with the hopes and prayers of all assemblies. Its rich, traditional choral harmonies are balanced with basic modal chants, spirited gospel-style rhythms and a taste of urban rap. Leon's writing reflects our darkest experiences and our brightest expectations in Christ.
The Coming is written for cantor, choir, soloist and assembly with piano, organ, percussion, acoustic and bass guitar accompaniment. Designed to fit the needs and resources of the typical music ministry, Leon gives even novice musicians a precise method for accompanying choir and assembly in authentic gospel style.
Note: This collection contains some Mass parts that are no longer approved for liturgical use.