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31 Order Toll Free! Call 1.800.345.6296 / w: jwpepper.com / e: satisfaction@jwpepper.com Go to cart the best new ADVENT & CHRISTMAS LITURGICAL ANTHEMS EDITORS' CHOICE 4 A Child Is Born in Bethlehem arr. Nicholas Palmer. Ring in the sounds of this 13th-century Christmas hymn with a dazzling new arrangement from Nick Palmer. This piece features two solo voices, with the choir (and assembly, if desired) singing the refrain "In cordis jubilo." The unchanging nature of the refrain makes this arrangement ideal for a processional. 10997318 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15 The Christ Child Hal H. Hopson. Hopson pairs a wonderful poem by Robert Southwell with a Scottish folk tune in this anthem, perfect for the Sundays after Christmas. The text explores the implications of Christ's birth; the addition of flute adds to the gentle lilt of the tune. Beautiful. 11103523 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95 Christmas Gloria Douglas E. Wagner. Douglas E. Wagner's festive anthem with optional brass and timpani is a burst of Christmas joy, evoking the angels singing in the sky to mark the birth of the Savior. A quiet inner section reflects on seeing the tiny child in the manger before the opening ebullience returns in a blaze of glory. 10999107 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20 10999108 Instrumental Parts Brass & Timpani . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.95 Christmas Lullaby Steven Ottomanyi. With text and melody written by M.D. Ridge, Steven Ottomanyi brings this beautiful lullaby to life with an arrangement for SATB choir, descant, piano or harp, and oboe. This octavo also includes both a concertato version and a hymn version. 11101099 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.60 For Christ Is Born! Alan Bullard. One of the most beloved carol texts, What Child Is This, is set to a new tune by Alan Bullard. Beginning softly, the gentleness of the manger scene gradually builds to the excitement of the birth of Jesus. An active right hand in the keyboard part is present throughout, except for some short phrases in the middle when the choir sings with little or no accompaniment. 10997342 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15 Hail, Holy Queen Martin Foster. This two-part anthem for women's choir is both simple and beautiful. The texture alternates between a cappella voices and keyboard interludes, with the two joining forces toward the end. With a text based on the English translation of Salve, Regina, mater misericordiae, this stirring anthem pays homage to Mary and is ideal for any Marian solemnity or feast. 11101102 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00 Adam Lay yBounden Ben Parry. Parry presents a fresh take on this popular 15th-century macaronic carol through appealing imitation, strong rhythmic interest, mixed meter, and imaginative harmonic language, culminating in a satisfying Tierce de Picardie. Brief, celebratory, and a cappella, it includes an inviting choral texture with well- written vocal parts in accessible ranges. 10993247 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.90 Advent Calls Stan Pethel. Stan Pethel and Herb Frombach explore the sense of preparation and anticipation that is at the core of Advent in this wonderful anthem. "Stem of Jesse, budding rose, Come to us and nevermore depart. Plant your seed of love and hope, and blossom in our hearts." 10999104 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10 The Advent of Our King Howard Helvey. Howard Helvey's setting of Charles Coffin's Christmas poem possesses a lyrical spirit and a warm, quiet beauty. A wonderfully introspective anthem or introit for the Christmas season. 10999105 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00 Behold a Virgin Shall Conceive David Lasky. David Lasky has written an accessible motet on the familiar words of the prophet Isaiah foretelling the birth of Jesus. An excellent selection for a Lessons & Carols service or as an anthem during Advent. 10999106 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10 Bethlehem Carol Paul Salerni. Charles Coffin's French carol text has been translated into English and gorgeously set in a stunning a cappella carol for mixed divisi choirs. Certain to touch the hearts of all who hear it, this piece captures the sense of joy and peace brought by the arrival of the Christ child. Modern harmonies, beautiful voice leading and tender text painting create a unique statement for your Christmas concert or services. 10984574 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95 The Carol of the Stork Michael J. Joncas. Michael Joncas has taken an old English carol and composed a modal anthem hinting at the text's origin. The piece employs optional soloists, and tells the heartwarming story of why we continue to link the stork and new born babies to this very day! 10997330 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20