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A Collection of Hymns for the Nativity of our Lord and for New Year's Day
A collection of hymns written by John and Charles Wesley. Published in 1803.
John Wesley
Charles Wesley
1803
Handel's Messiah 1981 Part 2
Bethany Nazarene College Choral Society & Orchestra present Handel's Messiah. Performed and recorded in Herrick Auditorium on the campus of Bethany Nazarene College on 07 December 1981 at 8:00PM. This recording of the Messiah was Conducted by Dr. Dwight L. Uphaus with Continuo by Mark Reighard. Jaleen Morgan served as rehearsal accompanist. <br /><br />Soloists in order of appearance: Alan Johnson, Twilla Watkins, John Courtney, Jeanne Fuller, Bryan Merrill, Dena Brady, Joanna Oyler, Brenda House, Kelli Niles, Robert Cook, Barbara Harrell, Michelle Ross, Tim Hursh, Kerri Edwards.
Bethany Nazarene College Choral Society and Orchestra
1981
Handel's Messiah 1981 Part 1
<p>Bethany Nazarene College Choral Society & Orchestra present Handel's <em>Messiah</em>. Performed and recorded in Herrick Auditorium on the campus of Bethany Nazarene College on 07 December 1981 at 8:00PM. This recording of the <em>Messiah</em> was Conducted by Dr. Dwight L. Uphaus with Continuo by Mark Reighard. Jaleen Morgan served as rehearsal accompanist. </p>
<p>Soloists in order of appearance: <span>Alan Johnson, Twilla Watkins, John Courtney, Jeanne Fuller, Bryan Merrill, Dena Brady, Joanna Oyler, Brenda House, Kelli Niles, Robert Cook, Barbara Harrell, Michelle Ross, Tim Hursh, Kerri Edwards.</span></p>
Bethany Nazarene College Choral Society and Orchestra
1981
Mountaintop Meditations- Rev. Carlson
This radio segment was found on a wire recording held in the archives collections. Other radio programs were also found on wire recordings in the collection, leading us to believe that these are master recordings from the station. The radio station KLER, which operated in Rochester, Minnesota from 1948-1952, worked in association with the Rochester Ministerial Association to present this program. Mountaintop Meditations was an evangelism program hosted by Reverend G. Preston Bishop, pastor of the Rochester Church of the Nazarene. The guest speaker on this segment was Reverend Carlson from Pennsylvania.
1948-1952
Voices of Praise Side 2
<p>From the album's back cover: </p>
<p> "THE "COLLEGIATE" QUARTET is a name which symbolizes enjoyment, music, and a spiritual blessing to thousands of people throughout the Midwest. Under the direction of the Public Relations Department of Bethany Nazarene College, this quartet has traveled since October of 1958 representing the college in churches and other groups across its educational zone.</p>
<p> During its career with the college the quartet has sung predominantly in churches and youth gatherings of the Church of the Nazarene. These presentations have included the "Showers of Blessing" radio broadcast of the Church of the Nazarene, the "Texas Holiness Convention," revivals, youth camps, memorial services, dedication services, and college inspirational services. Some of its outside appearances have been "The International Convention" in Dallas, Texas, several District Kiwanis conventions, and innumerable local Kiwanis Club meetings. Outstanding times in other religious groups take in, the "Texas Baptist Laymen's Convention," and several "Youth For Christ" meetings. Whether singing in the home of one sick friend or in a municipal auditorium to fifteen thousand Kiwanians, there has always been a song to fit the need and the occasion.</p>
<p> Singing with the quartet on the song "How Great Thou Art" will be heard the familiar voice of Rev. Curtis Smith, the Public Relations Director of Bethany Nazarene College. His life and testimony add a spirit to this song which cannot be replaced.</p>
<p> Miss Sandra Browning, a music major from Tulsa, Oklahoma, accompanies the quartet in many appearances and is heard at the piano in the album.</p>
<p> The baritone and anchor man for the quartet is Steve Brown from Bethany, Oklahoma. Steve also comes from a family of singers and is well versed in the music area. At present he is majoring in music education and plans to go into the field of teaching. Steve's sincerity and warmth of spirit have given him many friends wherever he has gone.</p>
<p> The youngest member of the group is Harrell Lucky from Little Rock, Arkansas, singing second tenor. Harrell's enthusiasm and zeal have made his Christian testimony burn into the hearts of many young people. He received the call into religious music while a senior in high school, and is now studying in that field. At the end of his freshman year Harrell exhibited his potential by receiving the award for All-Around Freshman of his class.</p>
<p> Danny Steele, from Coffeyville, Kansas presently occupies the first tenor position in the foursome. Although coming from a musical family and having much experience in that field, Danny has planned from early childhood to enter the ministry. While in college he has held several student offices including the Student Council Presidency in "the year 1959-60. Danny and Marshall, the bass, traveled together for four years in quartet work.</p>
<p> Singing bass is Marshall Pryor from Shreveport, Louisiana. Marshall has been described by many as the "little man with the big voice". Being small of stature but big in heart and voice, he has won his way into the hearts of multitudes wherever the quartet has sung. Entering college in 1956, Marshall soon felt the call to preach and later to the mission fields for which he is now preparing.</p>
<p> On this album the song styles are not professional nor are the voices highly trained. Most of the arrangements are original with this quartet. In devotion, in praise, or in testimony, whatever constitutes the message of the song, it is sung the way it is felt. These songs were recorded for one specific purpose: To preserve that which has once been a blessing in anticipation that it will again and again be a source of inspiration to those who listen.</p>
<p>Side 1:</p>
<p> I. How Great Thou Art</p>
<p> 2. At The Altar</p>
<p> 3. A Mighty Fortress</p>
<p> 4. For All My Sin</p>
<p> 5. Do You Know My Jesus</p>
<p> 6. Glory, Glory, Clear The Road</p>
<p>Side 2:</p>
<p> l. 'Tis Burning In My Soul</p>
<p> 2. Precious Lord, Take My Hand</p>
<p> 3. I Am A Pilgrim</p>
<p> 4. I'll Tell It Wherever I Go</p>
<p> 5. God Leads Us Along</p>
<p> 6. At The End Of The Road</p>
<p>With the sincere attempt to bless the hearts of many and with a consciousness of its limitations, the members of the "Collegiate" Quartet dedicate this album to the Glory of God, the building of His Kingdom, and the blessing of those who hear it."</p>
BNC Collegiate Quartet
1956-1957
Voices of Praise Side 1
<p>From the album's back cover: </p>
<p> "THE "COLLEGIATE" QUARTET is a name which symbolizes enjoyment, music, and a spiritual blessing to thousands of people throughout the Midwest. Under the direction of the Public Relations Department of Bethany Nazarene College, this quartet has traveled since October of 1958 representing the college in churches and other groups across its educational zone.</p>
<p> During its career with the college the quartet has sung predominantly in churches and youth gatherings of the Church of the Nazarene. These presentations have included the "Showers of Blessing" radio broadcast of the Church of the Nazarene, the "Texas Holiness Convention," revivals, youth camps, memorial services, dedication services, and college inspirational services. Some of its outside appearances have been "The International Convention" in Dallas, Texas, several District Kiwanis conventions, and innumerable local Kiwanis Club meetings. Outstanding times in other religious groups take in, the "Texas Baptist Laymen's Convention," and several "Youth For Christ" meetings. Whether singing in the home of one sick friend or in a municipal auditorium to fifteen thousand Kiwanians, there has always been a song to fit the need and the occasion.</p>
<p> Singing with the quartet on the song "How Great Thou Art" will be heard the familiar voice of Rev. Curtis Smith, the Public Relations Director of Bethany Nazarene College. His life and testimony add a spirit to this song which cannot be replaced.</p>
<p> Miss Sandra Browning, a music major from Tulsa, Oklahoma, accompanies the quartet in many appearances and is heard at the piano in the album.</p>
<p> The baritone and anchor man for the quartet is Steve Brown from Bethany, Oklahoma. Steve also comes from a family of singers and is well versed in the music area. At present he is majoring in music education and plans to go into the field of teaching. Steve's sincerity and warmth of spirit have given him many friends wherever he has gone.</p>
<p> The youngest member of the group is Harrell Lucky from Little Rock, Arkansas, singing second tenor. Harrell's enthusiasm and zeal have made his Christian testimony burn into the hearts of many young people. He received the call into religious music while a senior in high school, and is now studying in that field. At the end of his freshman year Harrell exhibited his potential by receiving the award for All-Around Freshman of his class.</p>
<p> Danny Steele, from Coffeyville, Kansas presently occupies the first tenor position in the foursome. Although coming from a musical family and having much experience in that field, Danny has planned from early childhood to enter the ministry. While in college he has held several student offices including the Student Council Presidency in "the year 1959-60. Danny and Marshall, the bass, traveled together for four years in quartet work.</p>
<p> Singing bass is Marshall Pryor from Shreveport, Louisiana. Marshall has been described by many as the "little man with the big voice". Being small of stature but big in heart and voice, he has won his way into the hearts of multitudes wherever the quartet has sung. Entering college in 1956, Marshall soon felt the call to preach and later to the mission fields for which he is now preparing.</p>
<p> On this album the song styles are not professional nor are the voices highly trained. Most of the arrangements are original with this quartet. In devotion, in praise, or in testimony, whatever constitutes the message of the song, it is sung the way it is felt. These songs were recorded for one specific purpose: To preserve that which has once been a blessing in anticipation that it will again and again be a source of inspiration to those who listen.</p>
<p>Side 1:</p>
<p> I. How Great Thou Art</p>
<p> 2. At The Altar</p>
<p> 3. A Mighty Fortress</p>
<p> 4. For All My Sin</p>
<p> 5. Do You Know My Jesus</p>
<p> 6. Glory, Glory, Clear The Road</p>
<p>Side 2:</p>
<p> l. 'Tis Burning In My Soul</p>
<p> 2. Precious Lord, Take My Hand</p>
<p> 3. I Am A Pilgrim</p>
<p> 4. I'll Tell It Wherever I Go</p>
<p> 5. God Leads Us Along</p>
<p> 6. At The End Of The Road</p>
<p>With the sincere attempt to bless the hearts of many and with a consciousness of its limitations, the members of the "Collegiate" Quartet dedicate this album to the Glory of God, the building of His Kingdom, and the blessing of those who hear it."</p>
BNC Collegiate Quartet
1959-1960
Bethany Nazarene College 50th Anniversary 1909-1959
<p>Notes from the Album Cover:</p>
<p>Bethany Nazarene College, as it is known at the present time, developed through the merging of six educational institutions with the college located at Bethany. This year we are celebrating the Fiftieth Anniversary of the school located at Bethany, Oklahoma.</p>
<p> The primary purpose of Bethany Nazarene College is to foster, in a world of uncertainty and unrest, a faith in the spiritual and enduring values of Christianity. In these fifty years, the College has outgrown buildings and added new ones. She has not outgrown - and praises God, never shall outgrow - her high tradition of sincerity, faith, conviction, and service. B. N.C. is a college of liberal arts with an emphasis thoroughly Christian. The Division of Fine Arts at B. N.C. was designed from the beginning as an integral part of the liberal arts program. It is not organized as a separate school, but as a Division within the liberal arts college. The department of Music offers a major in the field of applied music, church music, and music education. The work that is given is of high quality, and it is under the supervision of a highly trained and competent music staff.</p>
<p> The A Cappella Choir was first organized in 1938. Since that time, it has appeared in annual concerts over the entire West Central Educational Zone of the Church of the Nazarene. We take pleasure in presenting Professor Lester Dunn and the 1959-60 A Cappella Choir, the Oratorio Chorus and Orchestra, and the A Cappella Choir and Band.</p>
<p> We are happy to present Professor Reuben Rodeheaver and the B. N.C. Band, Professor David Uerkvitz at the Piano, Professor Chambers as Tenor Soloist and Carolyn Swigart at the Organ. The art work on the front cover was done by the art department.</p>
<p> We feel that the history of the past of B.N.C. is a prophecy of the future. We dedicate ourselves to our unfinished task.</p>
<p>50<sup>th</sup><span> </span>Anniversary Record</p>
<p>Side 1</p>
<p>1. By the Water of Babylon – Howe</p>
<p> H. Eugene Chambers, Tenor</p>
<p>2. Praise the Lord – Clarum</p>
<p> A Cappella Choir; Lester L. Dunn, Director</p>
<p>3. I Fell on My Knees and Cried “Holy” – Cantwell arr. Lester L. Dunn</p>
<p> A Cappella Choir; Lester Dunn, Tenor</p>
<p>4. God of Our Fathers – Warren</p>
<p> A Cappella Choir and Band; Lester L. Dunn, Conductor</p>
<p>5. Hallelujah Chorus</p>
<p> Oratorio Chorus and Orchestra; Lester L. Dunn, Conductor</p>
<p>Side 2</p>
<p>6. Scherzo, from “Sonata in F# Minor Op. 2” – Brahms</p>
<p> David Uerkvitz, Pianist</p>
<p>7. Hymn of Glory (dedicated to the American Legion) – Pietro Yon</p>
<p> Carolyn Swigart, Organist</p>
<p>8. Panis Angelicus – Cesar Franck</p>
<p>9. Ariosa – Williams</p>
<p> Band; Reuben E. Rodeheaver, Conductor</p>
<p> <br />This record is recorded on clear red vinyl.</p>
50th Anniversary Choir at Pilot Point
A Cappella Choir 50th Anniversary Choir at Pilot Point, Texas: Recorded Oct. 13, 1958, Bethany Nazarene College. <br /><br />From the back cover: <br /><br />The Choir: <br />Professor Lester L. Dunn of Bethany Nazarene College, Bethany, Oklahoma, leading the A Cappella Choir in special song at the 50th Anniversary celebration of the founding of the Church of the Nazarene held at Pilot, Texas, October 13, 1958. <br /><br />The Bethany Nazarene College A Cappella Choir was first organized in 1938. Since that time it has appeared in concert in seven states. Choir personnel are chosen by tryouts each fall. The choir is not limited to students from the Fine Arts Division, but open to any student enrolled in the college who can meet the requirements. The choir is distinctly Christian in its beliefs and practices. The sole purpose of the choir is to present a program of sacred music with distinction backed by vital Christian experience. <br /><br />The College:<br />Bethany Nazarene College it’s a four-year college located at Bethany, Oklahoma, 2 miles west of Oklahoma City on Highway 66. It is the official college for the West Central Zone of the Church of the Nazarene. This zone includes western Missouri, and the states of Arkansas, Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Nebraska.The college maintains five divisions: Division of Fine Arts, Division of Humanities, Division of Natural Sciences, Division of Religion and Philosophy, Division of Social Sciences. It grants the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Music Education, Bachelor of Science in Business and Economics, and Bachelor of Theology. <br /><br />Bethany Nazarene College is accredited as a four-year college by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools. The college is approved by the State Department of Education of Oklahoma for the preparation of elementary and secondary teachers. Bethany Nazarene College is a member of the Association of American Colleges. The colleges welcome inquires concerning any part of its educational program. Address all requests to the Registrar. Bethany Nazarene College, Bethany, Oklahoma. <br /><br />Echo Records - Division of Austin Recording Company, Box 166. Austin, Texas CHU-33-5900 RIAA Curve<br /><br />Side 1:<br />1. How Great Thou Art<br />2. Jesus Saves<br />3. Holiness Unto the Lord<br />4. Jesus Had a Mother<br />5. Run to My Lord<br />6. Now Let the Full-Toned Chorus<br />7. Great and Marvelous<br />8. The Lord Bless You<br /><br />Side 2:<br />9. Onward Christian Soldiers<br />10. All Glory, Laud, and Honor<br />11. Let Us Break Bread Together<br />12. Good News<br />13. We're Marching to Zion<br />14. A Mighty Fortress is Our God<br />15. The Lord is My Light<br />16. I Know Who Holds Tomorrow
BNC A Cappella Choir
Echo Records
1958