MorningStar Music

MorningStar Music Music publisher focusing on liturgical music, part of ECS Publishing Group. MorningStar Music Publishers was founded in 1986 in St. Lee Scott.

Louis by Rodney Schrank and Ruth Lewis, both experienced in sacred music publishing from their time at Concordia Publishing House. From the beginning, MorningStar has functioned as a non-denominational publishing house offering music for churches whose worship focuses mainly within the liturgical tradition. The first publication list included composers such as Paul Manz, Charles Callahan, Hal Hops

on, and K. Later, composers such as Michael Burkhardt, Robert Hobby, David Cherwien, and John Ferguson were added to create an extensive catalog of music that has been well received over the years. The composer list has grown significantly, and new composers are added each year. In 1997, Rod Schrank sold the company to Mark and Ginny Lawson. MorningStar’s ASCAP affiliate is Birnamwood Publications.

Introducing "Choral Conducting: A Life of Building" by Dale Warland – a new essential resource for choral directors and ...
03/12/2026

Introducing "Choral Conducting: A Life of Building" by Dale Warland – a new essential resource for choral directors and educators.

Drawing from decades of experience, Warland shares leadership strategies, choir-building insights, and practical approaches to repertoire. This handbook is perfect for anyone seeking to inspire and elevate their choral ensembles.

Learn more about this exciting release and bring new wisdom to your choral community!

Celebrate the season of new music! The Spring 2026 Church catalog from MorningStar Music is here, featuring a wide range...
03/11/2026

Celebrate the season of new music! The Spring 2026 Church catalog from MorningStar Music is here, featuring a wide range of inspiring selections for all choirs and ensembles.

Explore fresh repertoire and discover our newly-curated spring playlists on YouTube and SoundCloud—perfect for energizing your next concert or worship service. Learn more and browse the complete collections online.

Whether you're shaping a church choir, leading a school ensemble, or building a new program from the ground up, Dale War...
03/02/2026

Whether you're shaping a church choir, leading a school ensemble, or building a new program from the ground up, Dale Warland's new release, 'Choral Conducting: A Life of Building,' is your trusted companion. This comprehensive handbook distills decades of leadership, repertoire curation, and choir-building expertise into practical guidance for today's choral directors.

Ready to elevate your conducting journey? Learn more about how this resource can support your next chapter.

ACDA Southern here we come! ECS Publishing Group will be at the Southern Conference in Memphis, TN, March 4-7.Join us fo...
03/01/2026

ACDA Southern here we come! ECS Publishing Group will be at the Southern Conference in Memphis, TN, March 4-7.

Join us for composer pop-ups and discover a range of new choral releases featured in live performances throughout the events. We look forward to connecting with directors, educators, and singers as we celebrate the latest in choral artistry.

Ready to inspire your singers this spring? Our new Spring 2026 Church catalog is here, featuring a wide array of music f...
02/27/2026

Ready to inspire your singers this spring? Our new Spring 2026 Church catalog is here, featuring a wide array of music for choirs of every kind. Explore fresh selections, alongside curated playlists on YouTube and SoundCloud to energize your programming.

Browse the latest collections and start planning your next season today. Learn more through the link!

Announcing a powerful new resource for the choral community: 'Choral Conducting: A Life of Building' by Dale Warland. Th...
02/26/2026

Announcing a powerful new resource for the choral community: 'Choral Conducting: A Life of Building' by Dale Warland. This comprehensive handbook offers invaluable insights on leadership, choir building, and repertoire selection drawn from a lifetime of experience.

Whether you're guiding a school or community ensemble, this release equips conductors at every stage with proven strategies for success. Learn more about how you can elevate your choir's artistry!

The ECS Publishing family and the broader church music community mourn the passing of Fr. James Chepponis. Our thoughts ...
02/23/2026

The ECS Publishing family and the broader church music community mourn the passing of Fr. James Chepponis. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends, and with his parish and colleagues. Fr. Jim was a talented musician, an avowed liturgist, and a prolific composer who had a tremendous impact on Catholic liturgical music for several decades. He had particular impact on diocesan liturgies, both in his home diocese of Pittsburgh and beyond—including composing “Festival Alleluia” and other pieces for papal liturgies. His passion for congregational song was the driving force behind his compositions, and he was eager to share that passion and encouragement with colleagues via the many workshops he presented throughout the country. Fr. Jim was a delight to work with, and we will miss him greatly.

We're excited to announce that ECS Publishing Group will be present at three ACDA regional conferences in 2026! Visit ou...
02/23/2026

We're excited to announce that ECS Publishing Group will be present at three ACDA regional conferences in 2026! Visit our booths at the Eastern and Midwest Region Conferences in Providence, RI, and Milwaukee, WI (February 25-28), and at the Southern Conference in Memphis, TN (March 4-7).

We'll be featuring composer pop-ups and showcasing new choral releases, with several of our publications highlighted in performance throughout the events. Mark your calendar and come experience the latest in choral music from across our community!

We're gearing up for an inspiring ACDA season in 2026! ECS Publishing Group is excited to connect with choral leaders an...
02/21/2026

We're gearing up for an inspiring ACDA season in 2026! ECS Publishing Group is excited to connect with choral leaders and singers at three regional conferences: Providence (Eastern), Milwaukee (Midwest), and Memphis (Southern).

Visit our booth to meet composers, explore new choral releases, and discover featured works showcased in performances.

Who else will be joining us for these incredible gatherings? Tag a colleague you hope to see there!

Every great choir begins with inspired leadership. Discover 'Choral Conducting: A Life of Building' by Dale Warland—a ne...
02/20/2026

Every great choir begins with inspired leadership. Discover 'Choral Conducting: A Life of Building' by Dale Warland—a newly released handbook filled with practical insights, expert advice, and a lifetime of choral wisdom. From building strong ensembles to selecting meaningful repertoire, Warland's career offers guidance for all who lead singers, whether in school, church, or community settings.

Ready to grow as a conductor? Learn more about this essential new resource for choral directors.

Our new Spring 2026 Church music catalog has arrived! Discover inspiring selections for all ensembles in our latest coll...
02/18/2026

Our new Spring 2026 Church music catalog has arrived! Discover inspiring selections for all ensembles in our latest collections, thoughtfully curated for your upcoming concerts and worship services.

Explore fresh programming ideas and enjoy our newly updated spring playlists on YouTube and SoundCloud. Learn more and find your next favorite piece in our digital catalogs!

We're counting down to the 2026 ACDA Regional Conferences! ECS Publishing Group will be at the Eastern and Midwest Regio...
02/17/2026

We're counting down to the 2026 ACDA Regional Conferences! ECS Publishing Group will be at the Eastern and Midwest Region Conferences in Providence, RI, and Milwaukee, WI (February 25-28), and at the Southern Conference in Memphis, TN (March 4-7).

Stop by our booth to connect with fellow choral directors, discover new releases, and experience composer moments—we can't wait to join the vibrant choral community at these landmark events.

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1727 Larkin Williams Road
Fenton, MO
63026

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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