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CHRISTMAS ANTHEMS
Bell Carol (Ukrainian Bell Carol)—Peter
J. Wilhousky/arr. Heather Sorenson. What
is a Christmas concert without this classic
carol? This stunning setting breathes life into
the seasonal favorite, spanning the dynamic
spectrum and offering a musical presentation
replete with joy and energy!
10453725 SATB with 4-Hand Piano . . . 3.20
10753006 SAB with 4-Hand Piano . . . . 3.20
10453729 SSA with 4-Hand Piano . . . . 3.20
10753007 TTBB with 4-Hand Piano . . . 3.20
10453730 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.95
Bethlehem Carol—Dan Boone. Pairing the
beloved text, O Little Town of Bethlehem,
with a lovely new melody, this lovely setting
approaches art song. It is introspective, with
more complex harmonies, and challenges
choirs to seek a more expressive presentation.
The descant and piano accompaniment add
special dimensions.
11569228 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
Bethlehem Morning—arr. Mary McDonald.
This classic song written by Morris Chapman
and recorded by many artists including Sandi
Patty focuses on the significance of Jesus
being born to fulfill God's promises and to set
us free. The choir leads the worship ballad
which grows in intensity throughout.
11514748 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
Bethlehem Star—David Lantz III. This
anthem tells the Christmas story with original
music and textual references from What Child
Is This? and the first verse of O Little Town
of Bethlehem. The anthem concludes with
melodic references to
GREENSLEEVES paired
with text from O Little Town. Written in 3/4, the
lyrical music also features an optional flute (or
C instrument), included in the octavo.
11390447 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.55
11510169 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.55
11565171 Two-Part Mixed. . . . . . . . . . . 2.55
11565172 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.55
11565173 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.55
A Blessed Messiah Born—arr. Mary
McDonald. This modern setting of the beloved
English melody
WEXFORD CAROL is truly
stunning. The classic harmonies in the piano and
vocals are elevated by Ed Hogan's finely crafted,
soaring orchestration. The traditional nature of
this carol is respected while incorporating fresh
and vibrant musical character.
11514736 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella—arr. Jimmy
Baas. This exciting new arrangement of a holiday
favorite has a contemporary jazz feel fueled by
the shifting meters throughout. The lively and fun
piano accompaniment can be enhanced with
the optional triangle, bells and string bass parts
which heighten the rhythmic fun. These along
with the well-written and accessible vocal lines
ensure that this arrangement will give a spark to
any holiday concert.
11501686 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10735165 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
Bring a Torch, Jeannette, Isabella—arr.
Lloyd Larson. This uplifting arrangement of
the French carol captures the wonder of the
nativity. Accessible to choirs of all levels,
this setting will bring energy and the joy of
Christmas to your worship service or concert.
11568352 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
Calypso Gloria—arr. Mary McDonald.
Incorporating the traditional West Indian
spiritual The Virgin Mary Had a Baby Boy
with the traditional French carol GLORIA, this
lively Christmas calypso moves along with a
fun percussion part (included) and a part the
basses will love. Accessible and easy to teach,
it's a piece your whole choir will love!
11567088 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
Candlelight Benediction—arr. Benjamin
Harlan. This creative setting of In the Bleak
Midwinter set to the
CRANHAM tune is
transparent and simple. Beginning quietly
with treble voices then building to the full
harmony with subtle harmonic surprises, the
setting is perfect for closing any Christmas
worship service or concert. An optional piano
accompaniment is provided.
11515202 SATB opt. Accompaniment . . . 2.40
Candlelight Carol—John Rutter. This
absolutely stunning Christmas lullaby tells
the Christmas story in a unique and sensitive
way. Singable voice parts and rich harmonies
resonate well with large or smaller choral groups.
A short a cappella passage adds depth to this
expressive work that has earned a cherished
place in the Christmas choral repertoire.
1576248 SATBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
1596410 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
1581909 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . . .56.25
10653489 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31.50
Caribbean Cradle Song—arr. Jay Rouse. In
this time-honored calypso classic, the text has
been given an infusion of new words by Tom
Fettke resulting in a captivating, toe-tapping
new take on The Virgin Mary Had a Baby Boy.
Easily learned and pure fun to sing!
11397565 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
11397566 Accompaniment CD . . . . . .29.99
11397568 Orchestration CD-ROM . . .50.00
A Carol Fantasy—arr. Mark Shepperd.
A sumptuous banquet of six Christmas carols,
this festival setting includes two verses each
of Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming; Infant
Holy, Infant Lowly; Winds Through the Olive
Trees; Ding Dong! Merrily on High; Hark!
The Herald Angels Sing and O Come, All Ye
Faithful. The choral texture is nicely varied by
carol and verse, including divisi and optional
congregational/audience singing. Perform it with
piano alone or with orchestration that features
lush string writing and beautiful woodwind solos.
Approximately 12 minutes long.
11394770 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.75
11394771 Full Score Brass, Percussion,
and Organ . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25.00
11394773 Instrumental Parts Brass,
Percussion, and Organ. . . .45.00
11394772 Full Score Orchestra
(Parts Rental) . . . . . . . . . . .35.00
Carol of the Bells—Mykola Leontovich &
Peter J. Wilhousky/arr. Steve Kupferschmid.
Even your youngest singers can enjoy Carol
of the Bells with this sparkling arrangement
for treble, tenor-bass or mixed voices with
piano accompaniment. The unison version
includes optional glockenspiel or chimes.
Easy, festive and fun, this is essential
repertoire for young choirs!
10735268 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10586070 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10871898 Two-Part Mixed/Opt. Alto . . . 2.25
10501205 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10352289 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10735218 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10735221 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
Carol of the Bells—Mykola Leontovych/arr.
David Moser McKay & Jeffery Ames. Winter
fantasy marks the sounds of the season in a
choral celebration of cinematic landscapes.
This is the perfect selection for choral concerts
with SATB and piano or orchestra. Recorded
performance is by the Belmont University Mass
Choir and University Symphony Orchestra
under the direction of Jeffery Ames for
Christmas at Belmont, 2015.
11207402 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
11207403 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
11207404 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . . .55.00
Celtic Nativity Song—Jay Rouse. The text
of Away in a Manger is effectively set to the
Irish tune
SLANE, creating a quiet and lovely
arrangement for Christmas. The text for
verse two, by Tom Fettke, speaks to the Child
representing the gift of salvation.
11515203 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
11515204 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.99
11515205 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
A Celtic Silent Night—arr. Patrick Tierney.
An enjoyable component of many Christmas
services or concerts is the inclusion of Silent
Night, and this is sure to become a choral
favorite with its authentic Celtic rhythms
and unique harmonies. The choral parts are
straightforward and easily learned, and the
instrumental parts add breathtaking enjoyment.
A fitting treatment of this beloved carol.
10090330 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
10305836 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
10090331 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.95
10090332 Instrumental Parts
Violin, guitar, bass, synth . .22.95
Christmas Adoration—arr. Tom Fettke.
A treasured French carol is paired with new
words in this lilting anthem. With a neoclassical
touch, the setting maintains its exciting
praise to the child in the manger throughout.
"Unto us a Son is given by the love of God's
outpouring." A singable and fitting celebration
of the Incarnation!
11397569 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
11397570 Accompaniment CD . . . . . .29.99
11397571 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Christmas Canon of Peace—Ruth Morris
Gray. The familiar Longfellow Christmas text
is paired with a sweet original melody in this
arrangement. The piano accompaniment is
based on Pachelbel's Canon in D and an
optional descant adds to the charm of this
meaningful selection for developing choirs.
10995213 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
10995215 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
Christmas Day—Gustav Holst. From the
master composer comes this beautiful
arrangement of four favorite Christmas carols.
Holst cleverly interweaves the melodies
throughout. An excellent choice!
915843 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.95
5983860 Instrumental Score . . . . . . .19.95
5505680 Orchestration
Set and Full Score . . . . . . .90.00
Christmas Hymn—Amy Grant & Michael W.
Smith/arr. Mary McDonald. With an energetic,
classical feel, this arrangement of the timeless
hit recorded by Amy Grant offers a lively and
stately arrangement for your Christmas service.
Utilizing the call-and-response characteristic of
the original recording within the choral writing,
this arrangement is designed to highlight your
choir and is scored to help your singers sound
their best.
11397861 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
Christmas Joy—arr. Joshua Clayton & Judith
Clurman. This 13-minute medley is a montage
of traditional and familiar Christmas carols,
expertly arranged and orchestrated. It includes
many of your favorite carols, and some are
sung in their original languages. It includes Joy
to the World; O Come, All Ye Faithful; Silent
Night and more! It's a wonderful way to close
your Christmas concert or service.
11568942 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
Christmas Joy!—Dan Forrest. Three timeless
yuletide melodies are packaged in fresh and
sparkling colors for individual mini-concert
presentation: On Christmas Night; O, Come
Rejoicing and Joy to the World! Optional brass
and percussion parts add luster and ensure that
this festive carol suite will be the crown jewel of
any Christmas concert or worship service.
10520145 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.60
10520146 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.60
10520187 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.95
10520214 Instrumental Parts
Brass and Percussion . . . .39.95
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