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Candle, Shine Your Light—Karen Crane.
This original work in minor sets an inviting mood,
singing of candles shining in the night. Whether for
Christmas, Hanukkah, or any other time of year
the theme of candles is used, you will love this
text of joy, peace, and love set with vocals that are
beautifully written and easily learned.
11427464 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . E 2.20
The Cold Winds Blow—Paul David Thomas.
Walter de la Mare's adventuring text is aptly set in
this wonderful piece for tenor-bass choirs. A natural
fit for any winter concert, the piano accompaniment
brings the roll of the sea while the vocal lines
bravely traverse the wintery wind and waves with
confidence and strong harmonies that suit the story.
11501681 TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
December in My Hometown—Pinkzebra.
This warm ballad is a tribute to everyone's
hometown during the special month of December.
Relatable to choirs in both warm and cold climates,
this song is about the festive decorations and good
vibes that come around each year. Perform with the
accompaniment MP3 and help your choir members
rehearse with the part-dominant MP3 practice
tracks, available in a multi-user bundle to share with
your whole choir.
11504871 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.65
11504872 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.65
11504874 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.65
11504873 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.65
French Carol Duet—Mary Donnelly &
George L.O. Strid. A bright pairing of Il est ne and
Angels We Have Heard on High - sing in English
throughout or include some French text using
the included pronunciation guide. The optional
glockenspiel part will add some sparkle to two
classic Christmas carols.
11503217 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . .ME 2.05
11503218 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.05
Gather 'Round the Christmas Tree—
Greg Gilpin. This festive original work takes us to
the sparkle and twinkle of the Christmas tree! Using
both minor and major modes, this choral asks us
to share the holiday spirit together as family and
friends. Very simple to learn and put together, it is
an ideal choice for beginning choirs. Add the festive
accompaniment track for even more excitement!
11427771 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . E 2.35
Gaudete! —Ruth Morris Gray.
Employing the ancient Latin text in a modern
original setting, this three-part work is a dynamic
and rhythmic opening selection or processional.
Accompanied by piano and optional hand drum, it
is in 3/4 meter and includes an English verse that
celebrates the Christmas season, though it can be
performed any time of year.
11427773 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . .ME 2.20
11427774 Three-Part Treble . . . . . . . . .ME 2.20
Jing Jing Jingle Bells—James Pierpont/
arr. Dan Miner. This clever setting of Jingle Bells
has interesting repetitive patterns and a rhythmic
ostinato which keep the piece moving energetically
along until the final "Hey!" This quickly learned
yet effective selection is a fun choice for a holiday
concert closer or encore.
11501654 Two-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.50
Jingle ALLLL the Ways
(Variations on Jingle Bells)—James Lord
Pierpont/arr. Adam Podd & Matt Podd.
From Carmen to James Bond and everything in
between, your choir has never heard their favorite
Christmas carol like this before! Traveling through
a variety of styles, it builds to a really outstanding
finish that will be a great way to end your holiday
concert. Available free with your octavo purchase:
the accompaniment MP3, a lyric sheet, and a
valuable learning resource page with lesson plans
and extension activities.
11515374 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.50
11515375 Unison. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.50
Mixolydian Gloria—Remel Derrick. Using the
Mixolydian scale rather than a conventional major
scale, this rhythmically charged original setting of
the Gloria text is written for the developing choir
and expands into three parts. With the option to
sing with or without the piano accompaniment, it is
the perfect choice for beginning choirs that want to
sound mature and polished!
11501638 SSA opt. a Cappella. . . . . . .ME 2.25
O Christmas Tree—arr. Jimmy Baas.
Traditionally written in 3/4, this fresh arrangement
of a well-known Christmas carol is given an uplifting
twist in 9/8 compound meter. The piano part gently
propels the piece forward, and an original melody in
the second verse adds variety and interest. It's just
the right balance of something old and something
new for your holiday concert.
11501673 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.75
On This Winter's Day—Glenda E. Franklin.
Whether you live where there is snow or can only
dream about it, you'll feel the frosty chill of an artist
painting a snowy landscape on a cold winter's day.
There are two-part harmonies present throughout,
and the gently flowing melodies are memorable and
singable. A lovely addition to any winter concert!
11501622 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
Season of Light—Jacob Narverud.
"Come sit by the fire and share stories of old, bright
visions of time and of wonders we're told." Written
to evoke the feeling of a simple, old-fashioned
carol, this brief two-verse tune invites all people to
bring to mind remembrances of the season at this
meaningful time of year. It is available in the original
SATB a cappella version as well as three versions
with piano accompaniment.
11514871 SATB with Piano Accomp.. .ME 2.50
11514872 SAB with Piano Accomp. . . .ME 2.30
Snowy Day (from "The Snowy Day")—
arr. Roger Emerson. Originally recorded by
Boyz II Men, this song was featured in the holiday
special The Snowy Day. This contemporary
pop setting can be performed a cappella, and
developing choirs will appreciate the optional
supportive piano accompaniment. Perfect for Winter
or Holiday concerts!
11511571 SATB opt. Piano Accomp. . .ME 2.30
11511575 SAB opt. Piano Accomp. . . .ME 2.30
11511570 Two-Part opt. Piano Accomp. ME 2.30
11511572 TTB opt. Piano Accomp. . . .ME 2.30
The Solitude of Snow—Mark Burrows.
A simple setting that elegantly portrays the serenity
of winter, this contemplative piece is accessible and
enjoyable to sing.
11503054 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.05
11503055 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . E 2.05
11503060 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.05
Star of Wonder—Greg Gilpin.
This original a cappella work sings of the star
of Bethlehem leading all to the gift of love and
light. Optional percussion and body percussion is
suggested and encouraged, bringing rhythmic and
visual energy to the pulsed vocals. An outstanding
and accessible way to introduce a cappella singing
to younger voices while singing in the Christmas
season!
11501102 TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.20
Up on the Housetop—
Benjamin Hanby/arr. Vicki Tucker Courtney.
Here's a historic Christmas song in a swingin'
setting ideal for your young tenors and basses
with changing voices! Written in 1864, it has
been recorded by so many artists over the years
- a popular choice that will certainly enliven your
holiday concert.
11501641 Two-Part or TT . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.50
Veni, Emmanuel!—Zachary Steele.
This twist on the medieval French melody is a
great way to introduce singers to compound meter,
syncopation, and dissonance while working with
a familiar melody. Alternating between the Latin
and English texts, it is a cappella but for a simple
djembe or drum accompaniment and the two-part
version is flexible enough to be sung by any kind of
two-part choir, either mixed, treble, or tenor-bass,
with a little bit of divisi.
11513846 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.30
11401354 Two-Part divisi, or SA or TB. . M 2.15
A Winter Holiday—Lisa Benincasa.
The perfect piece to kick off winter break! Snow,
fun, skis, and boards, it's a festive celebration that
doesn't reference any other holidays. Set in 5/4,
the upbeat momentum carries the piece along with
excitement and a sense of adventure. It's easily
learned, and everyone will be sure to love it.
11510886 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
Winter Lights—Audrey Snyder.
An ideal choice for singing with candles, this original
piece conveys the beauty and peacefulness of a
winter night and the illuminating lights. Cascading
harmonies and a lyrical melody help teach
expressive singing while ensuring ease of learning.
The optional part for glockenspiel or bells adds a
sparkly quality to the beautiful setting.
11424026 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . .ME 2.20
11424028 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.20
The Winter Owl—Paul David Thomas.
This compelling setting of a William Shakespeare
text vividly describes the winter season with its frigid
temperatures and chilling wind. In contrast, the owl
hooting merrily is illustrated with a change in meter
and accented syncopated phrases. This minor-
mode piece provides an interesting change of pace
for winter concerts.
11501631 SA or SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
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