Music Editorial resources The Salvation Army's mission through the provision of brass and choral sheet music.
Since it's inception in 1883, Music Editorial has sought to provide The Salvation Army with music that is both compatible with and practical to the movement's needs. Primarily, this music resources brass bands and choral groups and is published by Salvationist Publishing and Supplies Ltd with the sole aim to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
29/05/2026
Congratulations to Music Editorial's own Michael Stayner for topping Music Editorial's Fantasy Premier League table for the 2025/26 season!
Michael just held off Retired Bandmaster Brian Johnson and Alan Hair to claim the title. A special mention should go to World of Sound's Mel Probert, who followed up her third place finish last season, with fourth place this year. Great consistency, Mel.
26/05/2026
Can you help Major Martin Cordner with some information?
CAN YOU ASSIST?
Hello everyone - I’m working on a project exploring the music of Robert Redhead, and I’m seeking information about the following unpublished brass pieces by the composer:
1. March – Cariboo Hill Temple (c. 1985–1990)
2. Concerto for Horn (date unknown)
3. March – Corner Brook Citadel (c. 1987)
4. Trombone Solo – I Know That My Redeemer Liveth (date unknown)
5. Odyssey of Praise (c. 2010?) – possibly written for Mountain Citadel Band, Hamilton, Canada
6. March – Oshawa ’94 (c. 1994)
7. March – Peterborough Temple (c. 1978)
8. Pioneers of the Kingdom (c. 1980) – possibly written for a California‑based Salvation Army band
9. March – SA100 (date unknown)
10. March – Toronto Temple (c. 1991)
11. March – White Hill Anniversary (date unknown) –likely written for the corps in Bermuda
If you have any details about these works - such as dates, dedications, performances, or surviving manuscripts - I’d be grateful to hear from you.
Thank you for your assistance!
23/05/2026
🎶 Sing to the Lord – New Songs to Explore (Vol. 33, Part 2)
We’re delighted to share seven inspiring pieces from the latest Sing to the Lord collection, each offering something unique for worship and ministry:
✨ It’s Time! – A bright, uplifting song inspired by Acts 16, reminding us to keep singing even in challenging times.
🕯️ The candles burn – Gentle and reflective, with flowing lines that encourage thoughtful, well-supported singing.
🙏 His way is best – A fresh setting of timeless words, full of depth and careful musical detail.
💛 Why I love Jesus – A relaxed, expressive piece with a heartfelt melody and a touching legacy.
🎁 What can I give him? – Simple, engaging, and ideal for inviting congregational participation.
🌟 A gift from God – An accessible Advent piece celebrating the gift of Jesus, with a familiar carol reference.
🙌 Two or three – An uplifting gospel arrangement that builds powerfully, affirming the promise of answered prayer.
We hope these songs will inspire your groups and enrich your worship. 🎧
This journal is available to purchase from SP&S at:
https://www.sps-shop.com/102383-sing-to-the-lord-mixed-voices-volume-33-part-2
Demonstration and backing tracks are available to download from:
https://www.sps-shop.com/STTL2602-download
22/05/2026
🎥 We’re on YouTube!
Did you know that Music Editorial now has its very own YouTube channel? We’ve recently spent some time refreshing and updating it, and we’re excited to share it with you!
While we’ll continue to post our videos here first, we’ll also be uploading them to YouTube so you can easily browse at your leisure — whether you’re exploring repertoire ideas or simply taking a moment to worship and reflect on God.
We hope this will be a helpful and inspiring resource for you.
👉 Why not take a look and follow us:
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🎶✨ Sing to the Lord – Behind the Scenes ✨🎶
Tomorrow, our Sing to the Lord singers return to the studio to record demonstration and backing tracks for the next volume of SING TO THE LORD — and we’re so thankful for the opportunity to serve through music once again. 🙏
Every note, every harmony is offered as an act of worship, echoing the words of Psalm 96:1: “Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth.”
Why not take a moment to watch this behind-the-scenes video and see a glimpse of the dedication, fellowship, and joy that goes into these recordings? It’s a blessing to witness how God brings people together to glorify Him through song. ❤️
🎥👇 Have a look and be encouraged!
🎹 Piano Offertory Reflection 🎹
Here’s a video of Meghan Pierson (USA Central Territory) playing an arrangement of George Marshall’s music and Arch Wiggins’ words that form the song 'Jesus himself drew near'.
We are deeply grateful to Ian Loxley for this beautiful arrangement and to Meghan for her wonderful playing.
We pray that this music brings you comfort and strength in these days.
Jesus himself drew near,
Jesus himself drew near,
When alone on the road.
Oppressed by my load,
Jesus himself drew near and walked with me.
The sheet music for this, and other piano offertories, is available from SAMI:
👉 https://samusicindex.com/contemporary?series=Piano+Offertories
🎶 Heaven came down! 🎶
Be blessed today by this great new piece from the General Series! Here is The International Staff Band bringing to life Michael Cooper’s latest composition, 'Heaven came down!'
With its vibrant big-band style and joyful energy, this music is a wonderful reminder of the glory, grace, and hope that fills our hearts. May it lift your spirit and encourage you today! ✨
This piece is one of four included in the April 2026 General Series (Nos. 2265–2268) — why not explore them all and bless your band with fresh inspiration?
👉 Available to download now: https://samusicindex.com/brass/heaven-came-down/12101
🎹 Piano Offertory Reflection
Robert and Gwenyth Redhead’s song 'God, we will give you glory', first published in The Music Salvationist in 1988, continues to inspire hearts today. In this beautiful video, Susan Avison (Bristol Citadel Corps) shares a moving piano offertory arrangement of this much-loved piece. We’re so grateful to Sue for recording and sharing it with us.
Take a quiet moment today to reflect on these powerful words:
Lord, I am praying:
Lord, will you give
Strength to your children,
Courage to live,
Rooted and grounded
Deep in your love,
With peace resting gently
Upon them like a dove?
God, we will give you glory,
For, God, you will answer prayer,
More than we dare to ask you
You’ll show us your care.
God, we will give you honour,
And God, we will give you praise.
God, we’ll renew our promise
To serve you all our days.
📖 You can find the sheet music for this and other piano offertories from SAMI:
👉 https://samusicindex.com/contemporary?series=Piano+Offertories
Here’s a video of Ian Loxley playing his own piano offertory arrangement of the song 'Nothing but thy blood', written by Richard Slater.
We are deeply grateful to Ian for both this beautiful arrangement and his thoughtful playing.
No! no! Nothing do I bring,
Buy by faith I’m clinging
To thy cross, O Lamb of God!
Nothing but thy blood can save me.
The sheet music for this, and other piano offertories, is available from SAMI:
👉 https://samusicindex.com/contemporary?series=Piano+Offertories
27/04/2026
FULLY SCORED - Episode 79 is out now!
This special episode features three inspirational role models! Bandmaster Yvonne Ferguson, Composer Dorothy Gates and Territorial Music and Arts Secretary Heather Osmond join guest host Eleanor Hedley to talk about their roles within Salvation Army music ministry.
Eleanor asks the panel some challenging questions including some posed by a few of the girls from this year’s Territorial Youth Band course.
You can listen to Fully Scored wherever you normally get your podcasts or by following this link: https://shows.acast.com/fully-scored/episodes/fully-scored-ep-79
24/04/2026
A new episode of Fully Scored is coming soon!