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2025 Fall Christmas Church Catalog

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22 2025-26 Editors' Choice New Basic Library Large Print Edition A Cappella Available via ePrint Downloadable All Prices in U.S. Dollars & Subject To Publisher Revision ADULT ADVENT ANTHEMS Angels We Have Heard On High— arr. Dan Forrest. From sparkling joy to moments of tender awe, this setting provides an incredible opportunity for your Christmas programming. Additional accompaniment options allow great flexibility and are available separately: four-hand piano accompaniment; brass ensemble or string quartet, both with optional percussion; and a flexible full orchestra version. An accompaniment track is also available. 11621070 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95 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 a fresh and vibrant musical character. 11618641 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75 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— 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 Christmastime— Michael W. Smith & Joanna Carlson/ arr. Lloyd Larson. Based on the original Michael W. Smith Christmas song, this celebratory setting is teeming with energy and joy. The carol Angels We Have Heard on High blends in, while an optional children's or unison choir part provides the opportunity for this to be an intergenerational Christmas worship or concert offering. 11621428 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.30 Cradle Hymn—Kim Andre Arnesen. Beautifully expressive, this 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. Patti Drennan. Share the good news with this refreshing take on a beloved carol. This modern arrangement for treble voices delights the ear and warms the heart. The piano writing is colorful, and the vocal writing is expressive yet accessible. 11620741 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.65 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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50 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 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.95 Gotta Whisper, Gotta Shout!— Victor C. Johnson. This perennial favorite, also available for SATB, is a fun and energetic a cappella Christmas spiritual featuring distinctive dynamic contrasts that both whisper and shout the good news. Call and response between soloist and choir adds interest, and sequencing modulations build to a rousing finish. 11619060 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95 In the Bleak Midwinter—arr. David Lantz III. Based on the composer's arrangement for piano found in his collection Celebrated Carols for Christmas, this popular favorite has been reimagined for vocal ensembles. It has very soothing moments as well as sections that are more dramatic and emotive. It is appropriate anytime during the Christmas season. 11617368 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35 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 Lo, How a Rose E're Blooming— arr. Laura Farnell. Options abound in this flexible arrangement of the traditional carol for either treble or tenor-bass voices. Sing in unison, two, or three parts, in either German or English, a cappella or with the optional piano accompaniment - it works for almost any ensemble! Easy to put together and effective to perform. 11397043 SSA, Unison or SA. . . . . . . . . . 2.25 Long Ago (In the Bleak Midwinter)— arr. Jacob Narverud. A new twist on a timeless carol, this setting of Christina Rossetti's poem features Holst's original melody and harmonization along with new connective material between the verses and beautiful cluster harmonies. Paired with an artistic piano accompaniment and optional string parts, it is a lovely statement for the season. The string parts are available as a download from the publisher. 11535651 SSA or SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.60 CHRISTMAS FOR TREBLE VOICES

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