Intermediate Level
PLAY PRAISE, BOOK 3
Arrangements of top praise and worship music for the early intermediate pianist.
PLAY PRAISE, BOOK 4
Arrangements of top praise and worship music for the intermediate pianist.
PLAY PRAISE, BOOK 5
Arrangements of top praise and worship music for the intermediate pianist.
KEYS TO PRAISE
Arrangements of hymns and spirituals for the intermediate pianist. Offertory length.
HALLELUJAH! AMEN!
a diverse collection of classic hymns, time-tested gospel favorites, and beloved spirituals - is perfect for the pianist or teacher seeking a resource for use in varied settings. These fourteen arrangements, crafted by the superb pianist and creative arranger, Victor Labenske, are written at the moderately easy level and geared for the less experienced pianist.
O WORSHIP THE KING
Perfect for piano study, church, and other performance venues, this collection of standard hymn tunes has been wonderfully arranged by Victor Labenske.
HOLINESS
This suite consists of three pieces united by the spiritual theme of Holiness. The three pieces may serve as prelude, offertory and postlude, or may be played in full as a suite for a longer performance setting.
MY JESUS I LOVE THEE
This collection features ten devotional hymns to enhance times of devotion in corporate and personal worship.
SUNDAY MORNING COMPANION
Including more than 30 of the greatest hymns of all time, Sunday Morning Companion is designed as a practical resource for church pianists. These arrangements are appropriate for preludes, offertories and postludes, and are written so that minimal preparation time is required. Additionally, the pieces are arranged in a variety of styles that will fit many different worship settings.
SUNDAY MORNING HOLIDAY COMPANION
Victor Labenske has created 33 stylistically diverse arrangements for important holidays and observances including Lent, Easter, Pentecost, Reformation Sunday, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Several patriotic titles are included as well. To assist the busy church pianist, Labenske created arrangements that sound professional, yet require minimal preparation.
SUNDAY MORNING CHRISTMAS COMPANION
The third volume in the Sunday Morning series, this collection is designed as a practical resource for church pianists during the Christmas season. The 33 pieces included range from perennial favorites to lesser-known classics. To assist the busy church pianist, Labenske created arrangements that sound professional, yet require minimal preparation.
SUNDAY MORNING PRAISE COMPANION
Victor Labenske has created 33 professional-sounding yet technically accessible arrangements of today's top contemporary Christian hits. This collection is ideal for busy pianists who would like to perform worship selections that require minimal preparation time. To assist in planning, approximate performance times are included.
SUNDAY MORNING STYLES COMPANION
The fifth volume in the Sunday Morning series, this collection contains arrangements in each of the following styles: Black Gospel, Celtic, Jazz, Pop, Southern Gospel, and Latin. These arrangements can be used by students or by music professionals who are looking for pieces that can be quickly prepared for worship services.
SUNDAY MORNING SPECIAL SERVICES COMPANION
The sixth volume in the Sunday Morning series, this book contains music for times of celebration, times of sorrow, and times of sacrament. Over a third of the arrangements are for weddings, another large portion is devoted to music for memorial services and funerals, and the remaining selections are appropriate for communion and baptism services.
SUNDAY MORNING BLENDED WORSHIP COMPANION
Sunday Morning Blended Worship Companion presents 33 medleys that combine a hymn or traditional sacred song with a contemporary favorite. It includes arrangements at the late intermediate to early advanced levels for the church pianist who needs material for preludes, offertories, postludes, and other service music.
SUNDAY MORNING PRAISE DUET COMPANION
Victor Labenske has created 16 professional-sounding yet technically accessible duet arrangements of today's top contemporary Christian hits (for one piano, four hands). This collection is ideal for busy pianists who would like to perform worship selections that require minimal preparation time, as well as for students at the intermediate to late intermediate level.
SUNDAY MORNING CHRISTMAS PRAISE COMPANION
Victor Labenske has created 16 professional-sounding yet technically accessible duet arrangements of today's top contemporary Christian hits (for one piano, four hands). This collection is ideal for busy pianists who would like to perform worship selections that require minimal preparation time, as well as for students at the intermediate to late intermediate level.
SUNDAY MORNING HYMN DUET COMPANION
Victor Labenske has created 17 professional-sounding yet technically accessible duet arrangements of the most commonly used hymns. This collection is ideal for busy pianists who would like to perform worship selections that require minimal preparation time, as well as for students at the intermediate to late intermediate level. To assist in planning, approximate performance times are included. The comb binding creates a lay-flat book that is perfect for study and performance.
SUNDAY MORNING CHRISTIAN HITS COMPANION
Victor Labenske has created 33 professional-sounding yet technically accessible arrangements of contemporary worship hits. This collection is ideal for busy pianists who would like to perform worship selections that require minimal preparation time. To assist in planning, approximate performance times are included. The comb binding creates a lay-flat book that is perfect for study and performance.
WEDDING DAY CLASSICS
This practical resource is a must-have for any pianist who plays for weddings. It is filled with traditional wedding favorites and scored specifically for the piano by talented pianist and arranger Victor Labenske.
THE POWER OF WORSHIP
From the time of ancient Israel until the church of today, music has held an important place in worship, both public and private. The Power of Worship contains some of the most popular contemporary praise choruses. The accessible arrangements sound rich and full, and lyrics are included. Additionally, approximate performance times are provided with each arrangement, making them easy to incorporate into church services.
LORD, ABIDE WITH ME HYMNS OF PRAYER AND PETITION
This collection by Victor Labenske features hymns that are all prayers. The piano arrangements take a contemplative approach to the music, providing an ideal background for quiet moments of devotion.
2019 GREATEST CHRISTIAN HITS
This collection includes 12 easy arrangements of the most popular Christian songs from 2019. From ballads to up-tempo styles, these songs will be inspirational for all pianists.
THE BLESSING
"The Blessing' is one of the top new worship songs written to bless us during this time of uncertainty. Veteran arranger, Victor Labenske, has arranged this song in Easy Piano format with chord symbols and words to allow for singing along.
REJOICE AND GIVE THANKS
PIANO ARTISTRY FOR FOUR HANDS
This collection by Victor Labenske features hymns that are all prayers. The piano arrangements take a contemplative approach to the music, providing an ideal background for quiet moments of devotion.
Here’s an enthralling challenge for partners at the piano bench! Veteran arranger Victor Labenske has drawn on his experience as a college piano professor in these six hymn-based pieces for piano four-hands that will engage players and listeners alike.
Includes seven glorious arrangements of beloved hymns at the late intermediate level that can be prepared rather quickly for worship services. The lyrics of each verse are musically portrayed by this talented arranger. Useful and deeply meaningful choices as worship preludes, offertories, postludes, or for personal enjoyment and inspiration.
Early Advanced Level
JESUS SHALL REIGN
Ten superbly crafted hymn setting for the accomplished pianist. Victor Labenske is a minister's son, raised in an environment where hymns were familiar and appreciated. He also holds a doctoral degree in piano performance. A variety of styles are here represented, from the gospel and jazz stylings of His Eye Is on the Sparrow and Swing Low, Sweet Chariot to the new age flavors of Trust and Obey and What Child Is This? Hymn texts included for reference and inspiration.
GRATEFUL PRAISE
Grateful Praise is a multi-dimensional collection including beloved and historic hymns like For the Beauty of the Earth and All Creatures of Our God and King. It also includes contemporary favorites like Here I Am to Worship and God of Wonders, making it an ideal resource for churches using a blended worship format. Victor Labenske's piano arrangements are extremely fresh and innovative - yet truly practical for the local church setting.
HEAVEN'S SONG
The music of the church has often focused on the promise of heaven. This collection of beloved gospel songs and spirituals celebrates the eternal reward of heaven for the Christian. These creative, fresh, and varied arrangements of familiar melodies will be enjoyed by pianists and listeners of all ages.
Advanced Level
WE BELIEVE
The most fundamental tenets of our faith are often best expressed in our music. Victor Labenske gives fresh treatment to some of our best-loved hymns and worship songs in this collection that is especially effective for preludes, offertories, postludes, and concert settings.
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HIGHER GROUND
This collection is a balanced blend of classical and impressionistic interpretations of traditional hymn tunes for the solo pianist. These seventeen songs in ten arrangements can be used for preludes, offertories, postludes, concerts, personal enjoyment, personal worship, and instruction.
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GREAT THINGS HE HAS DONE
Great Things He Has Done contains arrangements in contrasting styles that can be used in a wide range of settings, including worship services and recital performances. Victor Labenske creatively exploits harmonic, melodic and rhythmic devices while sensitively communicating the hymn texts of each piece.
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ARTISTRY IN WORSHIP
HIGHER GROUND
Popular arranger/clinician Victor Labenske has created a set of exciting arrangements designed for pianists who enjoy expanding their horizons. These challenging settings enhance favorite hymn melodies with new rhythmic and harmonic ideas to brighten up your church services or recitals.
T Written for the truly advanced pianist, Victor Labenske's immense creativity and flawless pianism shines through in every note. These pieces will require some extra practice time, but the results are worth it. Brimming with inventive piano textures and invigorating rhythms, these arrangements are also perfect for recitals and contests. This is one of Victor's best!