Some folks love the hymns with lush choral arrangements while others prefer contemporary praise & worship with a modern feel. Both have their place––and blending traditional and contemporary together can help us reach an even wider audience.
The following musicals offer some excellent blended options to lead your congregation in worship while delivering the life-changing message of Christ's redeeming love and His triumphant resurrection. Take a few minutes to sample and explore these blended Easter musicals with a timeless Easter message!
My Victory: An Easter Musical
Arranged by Kyle Hill, Regi Stone, Kristie Braselton, Russell Mauldin, Jim Hammerly
Blending light contemporary worship and compelling narrations, this 7-song, 40-min musical features brand new music from Regi Stone as well as other worship favorites from his catalog. "My Victory" delivers a powerful Easter message and worship experience for the entire church!
Redeemer: The Timeless Story of Easter
Arranged by Bruce Greer, Hal Wright, Kyle Hill, Robert Sterling, Luke Woodard
For traditional or blended worship settings, this very simply arranged 30-minute Easter cantata uses 8 familiar hymns and new compositions—along with short narration segments—to tell the timeless story of Easter for those who haven’t heard as well as for those who know it well.
He Arose
Arranged by John Patrick
Through passionate praise sung by choir or praise team, He Arose will bring your congregation to the throne in a mighty way! This 45 minute musical features new praise and worship songs as well as reinterpretations of classic hymns of the faith.
The Lion Became a Lamb
Arranged by John Patrick
The Lion Became A Lamb is a majestic Easter musical that adapts to your choir’s needs! Built around a simple two person drama, the songs can be performed in either “concert style” or as a full Easter pageant. Each song serves as a flashback to the story of man’s rebellion and God’s redemption.
Come to the Cross
Arranged by Dennis Allen
This musical invites everyone to experience the love of Christ as expressed on the Cross. It features 7 songs (many familiar hymns) arranged for easy adult choir by Dennis Allen and punctuated with short testimonies/narrations that can be used as they are or personalized by members of your choir.
The Glorious Story of Easter
Arranged by Dennis Allen, Lura Foster, Bruce Greer, Dave Williamson, Don Pardoe, Camp Kirkland, Russell Mauldin, Hal Wright
For congregations wanting to blend familiar Easter hymns with light contemporary anthems, this inspiring full-length (40-min.) musical invites us into the Resurrection story through short narrations & accessible arrangements from Dennis Allen, Bruce Greer, Russell Mauldin, Dave Williamson & others.
The Cup, The Cross, The Crown
Arranged by Dan McGowan, Camp Kirkland, Kyle Hill, Bruce Greer, Dennis Allen, John Patrick
Ranging from inspirational to lite contemporary in style, this 8-song, 34-minute, easy to medium-difficulty musical with narration traces Jesus’ journey from the triumphant entry to the empty tomb using the images of the cup, the cross, and the crown.
All Things New
Arranged by Kris Crunk
You are invited to take part in an Easter celebration for every generation! This very special 48 minute long musical, featuring worship leader narration, honors our God both through the singing of psalms, hymns and spiritual songs and by singing to the Lord a new song!
It Was Love
Arranged by Regi Stone
Welcome to God's house! This Easter, join Regi Stone for a gospel service of dedication and praise to our Lord and Savior, Christ the Lord. Your congregation is invited to join in the singing of these powerful gospel tunes, adding a special spirit to this year's Easter program.
Easter: A Time for New Beginnings
Arranged by Luke Gambill, Dennis Allen, Kris Crunk, Robert Sterling, Kristie Braselton, Regi Stone
Setting our hearts and minds on the incredible love of Christ, this moving and heartfelt musical is the perfect combination of blended to contemporary worship and inspirational narrations that together create a truly meaningful Easter experience!