Description

Commissioned by Helen Kemp for the Kemp Endowment for Church Music Symposium at Westminster Choir College of Rider University, The Lost Boy tells the story of Luke 2:39-52. Mary and Joseph lose track of twelve-year-old Jesus for three days, and when they finally find him, he is sitting in his "Father's house"--demonstrating with his questions a great understanding of God. Within the musical is a reassuringly human message: even parents chosen by God can lose a child; even a perfect child can give his parents anxiety. The message is sure to comfort anyone who has ever been a parent, a child, or even those who have misplaced Jesus for a while. The musical can be produced with a minimum of costumes, props, and scenery. At under 25 minutes, it is short enough to fit into a worship service but is solid enough to stand alone. Stage directions, production notes, and simple prop, costume, and scenery ideas are included, but feel free to adapt any of the suggestions to your situation.

Performance Time: 25 minutes

Voicing: Unison/Two-part voice and piano

Composer: Tom S. Long and Allen Pote

Author: Tom S. Long and Allen Pote

Audio Downloads:
DLC531 This Day
DLC532 How Did We Fail To Notice
DLC533 Looking For Jesus
DLC534 Master In The Temple
DLC535 How Did We Fail To Notice Reprise
DLC536 This Day Reprise

Additional Resources:
DLRP53 Lost Boy Instrumental Parts Download
CGCD45 Lost Boy Demo CD
CGCDP41 Lost Boy Demo CD 10-Pack
CGCD46 Lost Boy Accomp CD
CGK29 Lost Boy Preview Kit