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CHRISTMAS / NEW CONTEMPORARY OFFERINGS
The Wexford Carol—arr. Victor C. Johnson.
The tender strains of a cello and an opening solo
set the tone in this exquisite arrangement of the
traditional Irish carol. Canonic interplay between
the vocal lines adds interest while the gorgeous
Celtic melody and the sonorous quality of the cello
and piano accompaniment will create a hushed
moment of reverence and awe in your Christmas
concert or services.
10996352 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
10996353 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
4L What Child—Benjamin Knoedler. This anthem
offers a beautiful original setting of the traditional
carol text What Child Is This? Rich in musical
sophistication, this piece gives your choir an
opportunity to present a powerfully expressive
musical moment at Christmastime. Lovely with the
addition of a cello part.
11200899 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
11200900 CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
What Child Is This?—arr. Molly Ijames. This
humble and beautiful treatment of the traditional
carol is guaranteed to take your breath away! The
glory and the reverence of the Christmas season
and the scene at the stable are delicately brought
forth in moving chorals and a supportive piano
accompaniment. With performance options for
SATB and SSA voicings and a full orchestration, this
is a truly captivating setting worthy of your finest
moment in worship or the concert hall!
10093691 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
10367798 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
10367799 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
10367800 Instrumental Parts
For All Versions . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
4L What Child?—Ruth Morris Gray. What Child
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is This? receives a hip new treatment in this a
cappella original that features optional djembe and
body percussion. This arrangement is freshly set
in 2/4 with accompanying rhythmic vocal ostinato
patterns in the lower voices, and the original
feel is preserved in the middle with a lyrical 6/8
section that transitions back to opening meter.
Contemporary a cappella techniques meet a
traditional carol, and the effect is mesmerizing!
10906221 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
11202518 SSAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
10906222 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
10906223 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
L What Star Is This with Beams So Bright?—
Howard Helvey. Written to honor his mother,
Howard Helvey has created a piece of art. It is
also appropriate for Christmas, Epiphany and is
accessible for singers and accompanists alike. It is
further enhanced by the addition of a violin or other
C-instrument. Highly recommended!
10907675 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
10907676 Instrumental Parts
Violin or C Inst.. . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
What Strangers Are These?—Dan Forrest.
Adapted from an old Scottish carol, this sensitive
new setting is accompanied with piano, flute and
classical guitar. The piece celebrates not only
Jesus' humble birth but the plan of redemption
that began to unfold at the stable in Bethlehem
on Christmas night. A rich musical tapestry, this
striking choral offering is particularly effective for
Christmas Eve services.
10366983 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10373846 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10366984 Instrumental Parts
SATB Flute/Guitar . . . . . . . . . 17.50
10373847 Instrumental Parts
SSA Flute/Guitar . . . . . . . . . . 17.50
H What Sweeter Music—John Rutter. "What
sweeter music can we bring than a carol for to sing
the birth of Christ, our heavenly King." This tender
setting of the traditional carol text has become
one of John Rutter's most cherished Christmas
anthems. Don't miss the accessible SSA setting!
1693936 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.90
10523432 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.90
3008208 Full Score for SATB Version . . 24.95
10661564 Full Score for SSA Version . . . 20.25
L When God Is a Child—Joan Collier Fogg/arr.
Tim Osiek. A heartwarming choral anthem for
Advent, Christmas, or Epiphany. Tim Osiek's
arrangement features gorgeous part writing and
a warm, sensitive accompaniment. Brian Wren's
hopeful text assures us that "None shall be
afraid when God is a child" - a sentiment sure to
resonate within us all. The poetic stanzas name
the candles of the Advent wreath: Hope, Joy,
Peace, and Love.
11100199 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.45
lL While Shepherds Watched—arr. Jay Rouse.
Jay Rouse utilizes the
COVENTRY CAROL tune with
the familiar text of While Shepherds Watched their
Flocks by Night to great success. The piano part
supports creative vocal writing as the minor-key
anthem unfolds. Haunting.
11201569 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
11201570 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks—Craig
Courtney. Every syllable of Nahum Tate's Christmas
text is carefully rendered in Craig Courtney's new
melody, set for divisi choral forces and piano. A
sound rhapsody through every measure, this is
absolutely glorious music for mixed, men's or
women's choir that might be the expressive high
point of your December Christmas celebration.
10366985 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
10366986 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
10366987 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
4L Who Is He in Yonder Stall—Benjamin Harlan.
This charming Christmas anthem pairs an
1866 text with a fresh new tune. The restrained
piano part complements and supports the very
approachable vocal texture. Subtle yet gorgeous
key changes distinguish the changing verses. The
text is perfect for Christmas Eve, but with its cradle-
to-grave imagery, can be used more broadly.
11199582 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
l With the Rising of the Star—Victor C. Johnson.
Victor Johnson and Pamela Stewart join forces to
create this warm, thoughtful anthem. Pamela's
original text offers a unique perspective on the birth
of Jesus and the journey to see the newborn King,
bringing into focus what the manger means to us
today as we seek Jesus. "Like a beacon in the dark,
feel the hope within you rise. Can you see the rising
star? Do you hear the angels sing?"
11200913 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
4L The Work of Christmas—Dan Forrest. "When
t the song of the angels is stilled, when the star in the
sky is gone...the work of Christmas begins." This
setting of a poem by Howard Thurman, presented
as an ethereal benediction for a cappella choir,
is truly a captivating moment in song. Beautifully
conceived, it is impossible to overstate its impact
on those within its hearing.
10458784 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
11202840 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
11202841 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
New Contemporary
Christmas Offerings
4t All Is Well—Michael W. Smith & Wayne
Kirkpatrick/arr. Jamey Ray. From Voctave's
album The Spirit of the Season, this Christmas
favorite shimmers with contemporary a cappella
harmonies. Lush and beautiful divisi textures
that work for more advanced choirs or a cappella
groups are on display in this well-crafted
arrangement that evokes all the splendor and
mystery of the season.
11198935 SATB divisi, or SSAATTBB . . . . 2.50
l Angels We Have Heard on High (with Open
Up the Heavens)—arr. Cliff Duren. This
contemporary blending of a favorite carol and a
worship song is mightily worked out in the hands of
Cliff Duren. The orchestration, building dynamics,
and great vocal writing combine to make this
anthem special. A chance for your congregation
to participate is provided as well. What a way to
celebrate the season.
11206347 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.99
11206348 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
11206349 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79.99
11206350 Stem Mix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49.99
4 At This Table—Jonas Myrin & Idina Menzel/arr.
Mac Huff. This beautiful ballad celebrates the spirit
of inclusiveness and diversity and is a lovely choice
for the holiday season or anytime throughout the
year. "So come as you are. Remember that the door
is always open."
11203505 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
11203506 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
11203507 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
11203508 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
lL A Baby Child Is Born—Patti Drennan. This
upbeat, syncopated celebration of the baby Child
born in Bethlehem will get your toes tapping! Bluesy
melodies and rhythms build throughout the piece
to a climactic section of independent, layered
vocal parts before an exciting final chorus. Add the
optional rhythm accompaniment to take it to the
next level.
11200343 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
11200344 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
11200345 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . 34.95
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