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lL God's Greatest Treasure—Ruth Elaine
Schram. This tender and poetic anthem speaks
of earthly treasures that fall short of the treasure
given to all when Jesus was born. Easy to prepare
and with accessible ranges, it is an excellent
choice for an intimate Christmas service. "Silver
and gold and precious stones, the sum of the
wealth the world now owns; all these and more
do not compare to God's greatest Treasure
sleeping there!"
11200658 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
Gospel Nativity Carol—arr. Craig Curry. This
new gospel take on an Edisto Island spiritual is lots
of fun! Incorporating a walking bass line, a bit of
The First Noel, and solo opportunities in a call-and-
response section, this energetic anthem will have
toes tapping and spirits soaring. Nicely done!
11100411 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
L Hallelujah Chorus—G. F. Handel/arr. Hal
Hopson. Don't miss this opportunity to sing the
magnificent Handel classic! In the key of C, Hal
Hopson's setting is every bit as effective as it is
practical for today's choirs. Comfortable choral
ranges, optional congregation parts, and a wide
variety of instrumental combinations, including
handbells, with organ accompaniment, make this
a very versatile and accessible edition. Perfect for
Easter or Christmas, or any time of year. Now
available in an accessible SAB voicing.
8037830 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
8037848 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . 29.95
H
Hallelujah Chorus (from "Messiah")—George
Frideric Handel. This is the G. Schirmer edition that
has become part of every musician's experience with
Handel's masterwork. A "must" for every library.
401042 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
H The Hands that First Held Mary's Child—
Dan Forrest. An incredible text tells the
extraordinary story of a Child, whose journey
begins in Bethlehem, with the weathered hands
of a carpenter holding his newborn son. "The
hands that first held Mary's child were hard from
working wood. From boards they sawed and
planed and filed and splinters they withstood.
This day they gripped no tool of steel, they drove
no iron nail, but cradled from the head to heel our
Lord, newborn and frail."
10281684 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10281687 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10366938 TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10281685 Cello Part For SATB . . . . . . . . . 2.95
4 Hark! The Hearld Angels Sing—Felix
Mendelssohn/arr. David Moser McKay. Beginning
with a toccata-like organ interlude, this treatment
of Felix Mendelssohn's classic carol is a fresh
choice for Christmas concerts and perfect for
congregational singing. Scored for choir, organ, and
orchestra. Recorded performance is by the Belmont
University Mass Choir and University Symphony
Orchestra under the direction of Jeffery Ames for
Christmas at Belmont, 2012.
11207398 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
11207399 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
11207400 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . 55.00
H Hark! The Herald Angels Sing—arr. Dan
Forrest. Your centerpiece Christmas setting has
arrived! This Dan Forrest arrangement of Hark!
The Herald Angels Sing has everything you need.
It is arranged for SATB voices (also SSAA and
TTBB) and piano four-hands (or organ), optional
handbells, optional brass quintet with percussion
(or brass ensemble), or even optional orchestration.
Customize this highly flexible arrangement to fit
your program's needs or desires. There's even a
full P/A CD available. This music will truly create
an awe-inspiring experience during the most
wonderful time of the year!
10513797 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
10757381 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
10757383 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
L He Is Born—arr. Mary McDonald. This regal
representation of the tune
IL EST NE jubilantly
celebrates the birth of Jesus. The optional
orchestration builds from verse to verse to an
exciting climax. Available in two voicings and
accessible for most choirs. He is born!
10882144 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
10882146 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
10882147 P/A CD & Split Track . . . . . . . 26.95
10882148 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59.95
10882149 Orchestration CD-ROM. . . . . . 59.95
He Is Born!—arr. Dan Forrest. The sound
of Christmas shimmers and sparkles in this
arrangement of the familiar carol. SATB choir, piano
4-hand, and optional flute, oboe and percussion
join together in a jubilant song that conveys the
message of Christmas joy. A perfect choice for
worship, concerts and festivals alike!
10281668 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
10281669 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . 20.00
4L His Light Still Shines—Mary McDonald. Mary
McDonald's music and Rose Aspinall's lyrics
meet to create this powerful ballad about the light
of Christ that still lives within us. While the focus
is Christmas, the message rings true throughout
the year. Michael Lawrence's stunning optional
orchestration showcases the strength of the words
and melody.
11200685 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
11200686 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
11200687 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69.95
The Holding Carol (for all seasons)—Craig
Hella Johnson. A lush and emotive original carol
that can be sung at Christmas or any time of year.
Expressive and lyrical, with themes of love, joy,
peace and the promise of the season. Sweeping
melodic lines and gorgeous harmonies are well
supported by an artistic piano part to create a choral
experience that is truly special.
10880461 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
l Holy Is the Child—Robert White Johnson & John
Grimsey/arr. Richard Kingsmore. This poignant
anthem reminds the listener that the revered God is
central to the story of Christmas. With strong lyrics
and beautiful melodies, this piece carries the story
well. Pretty.
11201407 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
11201408 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
11201409 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79.95
Holy Night, Silent Night—Ruth Elaine Schram.
Perhaps the world's two most beloved carols, Silent
Night and O Holy Night, are masterfully combined
in this powerful arrangement. The two classics
shimmer with holiday charm, while the addition
of rich harmonies and an optional string orchestra
create a strong sense of wonder and awe. Fitting
for worship services and seasonal concerts, this
heartwarming choral captures the true essence
and beauty of the spirit of Christmas!
10067704 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
10067705 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
10067708 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10067710 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
10067711 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
4L Holy! Holy! Holy! Lord God Almighty!—arr. Molly
Ijames. In this majestic arrangement, Molly Ijames
enhances the powerful words and melody of one
of the most beloved hymns of all time. The organ,
piano, and resounding brass and timpani truly make
this anthem something special. "Holy, holy, holy!
Lord God Almighty! All Thy works shall praise Thy
name, in earth, and sky, and sea." Powerful!
11200691 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
11200692 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
11200693 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . 34.95
H How Far Is It to Bethlehem?—arr. Molly Ijames.
The tender questions of childlike wonder embrace
the events of that miraculous night in Bethlehem.
Written for two-part voices, this touching carol
can be sung by women's ensembles as well as
children's choir. A quiet and captivating moment
for Christmas.
10520119 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.30
10280448 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
H How Great Our Joy!—arr. Craig Courtney.
Give your choir and congregation the privilege of
experiencing this traditional German carol as never
before! Craig Courtney's setting for choir, piano
and optional string quartet gently redefines "joy" as
it inspires everyone to a new level of worship!
10312008 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
10312009 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10312010 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
10312011 2 Violins, Viola and Cello . . . . 12.50
L The Huron Carol—arr. Dan Forrest. A haunting,
thoughtful setting of the French Canadian melody
with the original text in the native Huron language.
It is scored for SATB choir and piano with optional
full score and parts for string quartet as well
as optional full score and parts for an orchestral
accompaniment also available. Moving, insightful
and engaging!
10907653 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10907654 Instrumental Parts
String Quartet & Percussion . . 25.00
10907655 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80.00
lL Hymn for Christmas—arr. Marty Parks.
Beethoven's
ODE TO JOY tune makes for a strong
telling of the value of the Christ Child to earth. The
strong orchestration, accessible choral writing,
and energy give this piece a unique place among
Christmas anthems. Praise to the Child King!
11201410 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
11201411 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
11201412 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79.95
4L I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day—
J. Baptiste Calkin/arr. Heather Sorenson. Here is
a favorite Christmas carol sensitively arranged for
SAB voices. Heather Sorenson's craftsmanship
and creativity bring a freshness to this classic
carol. The optional additions of handbells as well
as a full orchestration bring more opportunities for
performance. Easy to medium in difficulty.
11200550 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
11201243 Accompaniment CD . . . . . . . . . 2.25
11200551 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . 35.00
4L I Saw Three Ships—arr. John Frederick
Hudson. With a driving accompaniment for two
capable pianists, this powerful arrangement of
the traditional English carol is a perfect choice
to begin or end a Christmas concert or service.
It's also great for festival or massed choirs, with
optional children's choir or soloist. Available
accompaniment options include brass quintet,
percussion and handbell parts.
11202764 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
11202765 Accompaniment CD . . . . . . . . 24.95
11202766 Handbell Part 7 Octaves. . . . . . 4.95
11202767 Brass & Percussion . . . . . . . . 30.00
t I Wonder as I Wander—arr. John Rutter. John
Jacob Niles' lovely Appalachian carol breathes new
life with this arrangement by John Rutter. The full
rich a cappella sound of this popular carol will give
your choir a true sense of accomplishment. This
incredibly fine arrangement rightfully deserves a
place in every choral library.
1521962 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
I Wonder as I Wander—arr. Ruth Elaine Schram.
This Appalachian carol has one of the most beautiful
and expressive melodies. Set here for treble or
mixed choirs, this lush arrangement features
beautiful harmonies, a flowing accompaniment
and an optional flute obbligato that really enriches
the arrangement. A tender and expressive piece
that will bring a quiet moment of reflection to your
Christmas concert or service.
10031040 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10984557 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
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Christmas Anthems
SAB Adult Choir
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Angel Song—Patricia Mock & Jon Paige.
10880641 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
Peace, Peace—
Rick Powell & Sylvia Powell/arr. Fred Bock.
10513331 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
Christmastime—Michael W. Smith &
Joanna Carlson/arr. Lloyd Larson.
10067493 SAB With opt. Children's
or Unison Choir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
Christmas Canon of Peace—Ruth Morris Gray.
10995213 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
Et in Terra Pax—John Purifoy.
11000574 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
A Weary Couple—Tony Alonso.
10882948 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.45
Noel Peace Canon—arr. Ruth Elaine Schram.
10882613 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
All Is Well—Michael W. Smith &
Wayne Kirkpatrick/arr. Lloyd Larson.
10514060 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
Noel Festival (incorporating African Noel;
Sing We Now of Christmas; and The First Noel)
—arr. Lloyd Larson.
10753093 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
Calypso Lullaby—
Jester Hairston/arr. Joel Raney.
10275228 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
