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All on a Silent Night—Becki Slagle Mayo.
This beautiful arrangement partners Silent Night
with an original melody, lending a delightful
ambiance to this beloved classic. The flowing
piano and cello accompaniments enhance
the lyrical melodies and rich harmonies. Very
accessible for developing choirs, this selection
is sure to be a holiday favorite, perfect for school
and church settings.
10736711 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
Breath of Heaven—
Chris Eaton & Amy Grant/arr. Craig Courtney.
This touching, eloquent song recorded by Amy
Grant makes you think of how Mary must have felt
on becoming the mother of Jesus: overwhelmed
and afraid, yet trusting in the Lord and His plans
for her. With part-writing that is positively luscious
and a sparkling piano accompaniment, this superb
arrangement will sound like angels singing from
the heavens!
8064413 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
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!
10735218 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
Cold December Flies Away—
arr. Daniel Schreiner. A fresh and inspiring piano
accompaniment fills this dynamic arrangement of
the traditional Catalonian carol. The verses are
expressed in unison and simple textures, and
the sections of full harmony are expertly crafted
with engaging interplay that makes it enjoyable to
sing. This is an excellent choice for choirs looking
for something modern yet traditional for the
Christmas season.
11415515 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.10
Coventry Carol—arr. B.E. Boykin.
This gentle arrangement of the well-known
15th-century carol features a soprano or baritone
soloist and a melancholy atmosphere. From
Carols for Choirs 6.
11512317 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
Cradle Hymn—Kim Andre Arnesen.
Arnesen's beautifully expressive piece is set to
a poem by the famous hymn writer Isaac Watts.
Featured on the 2013 St. Olaf Christmas concert
broadcast from Norway, this hymn is perfect for
Christmas or any time of the year.
10425324 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
The First Noel—arr. Dan Forrest.
Dan Forrest's setting of this beloved carol
takes a wonder-filled, reflective gaze inside
the stable in Bethlehem. The anthem takes its
time to savor the beauty and meaning of the
scene and to communicate directly to the heart
of the miracle of the Incarnation. Sweeping
crescendos and tasteful piano lines deliver the
beloved message of this carol in a completely
unforgettable way. Captivating.
10281676 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
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.
11503218 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
Gesu Bambino—arr. John Leavitt.
A quintessential Christmas classic is skillfully
arranged for choir, baritone solo, and optional
orchestra. Equally at home in concert halls and
sanctuaries, it is faithful to the original, has stellar
part-writing, and is well within the capabilities of
most choirs.
11513917 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
Gloria and Alleluia—Ruth Elaine Schram.
Two short contrasting movements may either
stand on their own or combine into one longer
setting. The Gloria setting is upbeat, rhythmic,
and fanfare-like, while the Alleluia is quiet,
introspective and set in a minor key. Both are
lovely a cappella settings that are achievable by
choirs in a school, church or community setting.
11559596 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
God Will Give Orders/Sweet Child
(from "Snow Angel")—Sarah Quartel.
Beginning with a mystical, ethereal feel with a
haunting optional cello line, this piece opens
with lyrical choral lines singing over a baby and
promising heavenly protection and care. The
mood then shifts to a celebratory and rhythmic feel
with djembe, and eventually a quieter a cappella
refrain closes with the choir affirming the promise:
"Sweet child, you're the future... Sweet child, I will
show you how to love."
10642198 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.50
Hark! (The Herald Angels Sing)—
Felix Mendelssohn/arr. Josh Sparkman.
This festival setting of the traditional carol is a
stunner! The opening and closing sections are
set in mixed meter, bringing a fresh quality to
the familiar. A contrasting middle section offers
a tranquil and mysterious harmonic tone before
returning to the original feel that culminates in an
exuberant ending.
11510135 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.60
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing—
Arr. Dan Forrest. Your centerpiece Christmas
setting has arrived! This arrangement of the
Christmas classic has everything you need. It
is arranged for multiple voicings 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!
10757381 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
How Quietly—Joel Raney.
"How quietly the wondrous gift was given for
me. How sweet and gentle, how meek and mild;
the precious gift this Holy Child." This beautiful
partner song pairs your adult choir on original
material with your children's choir singing Away
in a Manger (MUELLER).
No children's choir is
used in the SSA voicing, so the voices are split to
partner in the two tunes. Add your bell choir and
you'll have a precious and meaningful offering
to the newborn Christ Child, just perfect for your
Christmas Eve services.
11567248 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
Jesus, Oh, What a Wonderful Child—
arr. Lloyd Larson. This joyous gospel anthem
is perfect for any Christmas concert or worship
service. Fun, dynamic, inspirational, and
accessible, with spirited rhythms and distinctive
harmonies, it is a rousing celebration of the birth of
Jesus, the wonderful Child! If you want to kick it up
a notch, add the phenomenal P/A CD or rhythm
parts. No matter which way you perform it, this is a
guaranteed crowd pleaser!
11567245 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
Joy to the World—arr. Dan Forrest.
You haven't heard Joy to the World like this
before! This traditional Irish music experience
pairs the well-known carol with a recently
composed Irish slide, and the result is an
explosion of joy that you simply must hear to
believe! With piano four hands, optional traditional
Irish ensemble, and optional full orchestra.
11514047 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
A Joyous Carol of the Bells—
Mykola Leontovich/arr. Vicki Tucker Courtney.
Do you love Carol of Bells but wish it were a little
longer? Combining the ever-popular carol with new
melodic material, this a cappella gem is sure to be
a favorite selection at your holiday concert! This
arrangement presents a new introductory section
of material in the same style before going into the
standard harmonization we all know and love.
11365816 SA or Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
CHRISTMAS FOR
TREBLE VOICES
