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HOLIDAY MUSIC
e Blow, Blow, Thou Winter Wind—Sarah
Quartel. This atmospheric setting of words from
Shakespeare's As You Like It is sprightly and
uplifting, with singers being asked to perform with
"a bit of frost and a knowing smile." Musically it
includes mixed meters and great voice leading. A
unique and meaningful winter feature.
10984434 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.25
e Brightest and Best—arr. Shawn Kirchner.
This lively arrangement with fiddle,string bass,
and piano accompaniment is based on a sturdy
American hymn tune with a text by Reginald
Heber. The accompaniment provides sparks while
the tune is presented first in unison, then in canon,
next adorned with mirrored countermelodies,
with the refrains growing in intensity following
each verse, culminating in a dramatic, a cappella
outburst.
10992397 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.95
e Christmas Canon—Johann Pachelbel & Paul
O'Neill/arr. Andy Beck. From Trans-Siberian
Orchestra's triple-platinum album Christmas
Eve and Other Stories, this famous combination
of Pachelbel's Canon with patterned vocal parts
that can be quickly taught and layered is finally
available in a faithful arrangement for your choir.
Accompany with either the full orchestration
arranged by Bob Phillips, the playable four-hand
piano accompaniment, or the classical-sounding
accompaniment track to create a highlight for any
holiday concert!
10993589 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.10
10993591 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.10
10993592 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.10
De Fruitcake?—Kevin T. Padworski. Fruitcake
gets a funny send-up in this cute song for young
choirs. Approachable ranges and harmonies will
set up your singers for success while they enjoy
the silliness of this holiday number. "Is it fruit? Is
it cake?"
11001351 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.10
e Hanukkah Hayom!—arr. Michael Larkin.
Celebrate Hanukkah with an authentic traditional
song in a flexible arrangement that allows
you to choose between the original Hebrew
text or a singable English version. Cued notes
provide additional options for younger choirs.
Lyrical verses focus on lighting the candles,
and the dance-like refrain grows to an exciting
conclusion.
10997437 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05
Jingle Bell Swing!—James Lord Pierpont/arr.
Christopher Eastburn. Commissioned by the
Jacksonville Children's Chorus, this is a lively
swing adaptation of the well-known and loved
19th-century song Jingle Bells. This arrangement
makes use of finger snapping, choice harmonies,
and a lively instrumental accompaniment - either
piano or orchestra.
10998323 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.35
e The Jolly Shepherd—John Rutter. This sprightly
setting of a sixteenth-century English text tells the
tale of a jolly shepherd named Wat. With upbeat
triple meter and a joyous message, this John
Rutter carol features imaginative, contrasting
textures, a memorable refrain, and a rousing
finish. Accompaniment options include organ,
piano, or orchestration.
10993539 SATB Piano Version. . . . . . . M 3.85
De Joy to the World—arr. Pinkzebra. A fresh
and upbeat approach turns this classic carol
on its end, injecting vibrant new energy with
modern pop harmonies and an unexpected
meter. Celebratory and joyful, this arrangement
starts big and continues to build throughout to
a grand finish. Reasonable ranges and dynamite
accompaniment options, including a full
orchestration, make this a sure-fire selection for
Christmas concerts or worship settings. Perform
with the accompaniment MP3, and help your choir
rehearse with the part-dominant MP3 practice
tracks - available for single users or in a multi-user
bundle to share with your whole ensemble.
10987888 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
te Mary Sat a-Rockin'—Greg Gilpin. Energetic and
rhythmic, this original a cappella Christmas
spiritual has all the right elements for an
impressive choral statement. With echoing parts
and layering of voices, plus some divisi and
an interesting key change, Mary Sat a-Rockin'
explores the full range of dynamics and is sure
to be a memorable selection for winter concerts,
worship settings, or holiday festivals. Now
available in a two-part/SSA voicing.
10981194 Two-Part opt. piano
accompaniment . . . . . . . . . . M 2.25
The Merriest Time of the Year—Dave &
Jean Perry. A fun, festive holiday song filled with
falling snow and reindeer on the rooftop! With
memorable melodies in a partner song setting
and the eventual addition of a third part descant,
there are wonderful opportunities for young
singers to emerge successful!
10990278 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
te Pasko Na Naman—Felipe P. de Leon/arr.
George G. Hernandez. This joyful Philippino
Christmas carol, masterfully arranged in a simple
SATB a cappella setting, is a welcome addition
to the season and will be thoroughly enjoyed by
performers and audiences alike.
10995774 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.45
Patapan—Howard Helvey. This rousing rendition
of the traditional French Burgundian Carol
begs to be sung by an ambitious SATB choir
accompanied by two capable pianists. Intriguing
rhythmic interplay and shifting tonalities add extra
sparkle to an arrangement that is exciting for
holiday concerts or Christmas worship.
11101030 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.25
Saw You Never, in the Twilight (Chartres)—
arr. Ken Berg. Both haunting and hopeful, this 15th
century French carol setting affords emerging
singers opportunities to develop musicianship
through colorful tone development and emphasis
on the text. Sung in English, the gorgeous lyrical
melody is further enhanced with the addition of
an optional descant to create a fuller harmonic
texture and an optional oboe obbligato to
enhance the accompaniment. Lovely!
10990282 Unison/Two-Part or SA . . . ME 2.25
De This Christmas—Pinkzebra. A beautiful and
uplifting original song that depicts the sights,
sounds, and sentimental moments of the
Christmas season. Warm textures and flowing
melodies are woven together to create a sweet
moment for your singers and audience at your
holiday concert. Perform with the accompaniment
MP3 or full orchestration, and help your students
rehearse with the part-dominant MP3 practice
tracks - available for single users or in a multi-user
bundle to share with your whole choir.
10987880 Two-Part or SA. . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
10987879 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
ltThis Endris Night—Sarah Quartel. Sarah
e Quartel gives us a fresh take on a familiar 15th-
century Christmas text with her arrangement for
unaccompanied SSAA voices with an optional
part for handbells, percussion, or the chime
stop on the organ. The dotted rhythms in 6/8
meter create a lilting feel, and Quartel creates a
memorable melody for the carol text that passes
through each of the voice parts.
10993554 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.25
t Videntes Stellam Magi (Seeing the Star)—
Cesar Alejandro Carrillo. Written for the Epiphany
of Christ to the Gentiles represented by the Magi,
this work is in Latin and uses Matthew 2:10-11
as the basis for the text. Homophonic in nature,
lovely harmonic progressions and chromaticism
sometimes push the harmonic language. Uplifiting
and bright, this a cappella piece is suitable for
worship or concert. Translation is provided.
11121883 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 1.80
l Way Down in Bethlehem—arr. Kyle Pederson.
This simple spiritual has been arranged for young
treble voices as a swingin' gospel-style piece for
Christmas. Explore dynamic contrasts, whispered
sections, fun harmonies, and easy syncopated
rhythms - all with a stylized piano accompaniment
that really sets the mood. Add some simple
choreography for even more festive fun!
11162397 SA or Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
De Where Are You Christmas? (from "Dr.
Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas")—
arr. Mark Brymer. Faith Hill's heartwarming ballad
from the 2000 adaptation of "How the Grinch
Stole Christmas" was arranged and recorded by
a cappella sensation Pentatonix on their album
Christmas Is Here. This arrangement gives the
option to perform a cappella a la Pentatonix, or
with piano or instrumental accompaniment for
extra support. Either way, your choir will love
singing this beautiful song for the holidays.
11002231 SSA opt. a Cappella. . . . . . . M 2.25
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