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2025 Fall Christmas Church Catalog

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24 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 Christmas Anthems For Unto Us a Child Is Born (from "Messiah")—G.F. Handel/arr. Earlene Rentz. Experience the joy of Handel's masterpiece in a fresh new light with this dynamic masterwork made accessible to developing choirs. Showcasing the brilliance of the original counterpoint but without the melismas and set one step lower, this arrangement is suitable for both Christmas concerts and services. This title includes a downloadable Learning Resource Page, created by Sing! editor Victor C. Johnson, with National Standards for Musical Education correlations, vocabulary, and extension activities for use in the choral classroom. 11620359 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . 2.45 Gaudete—Michael Burkhardt. A lively, sacred Renaissance piece from the 14th century. It may be sung in Latin or in English and uses both treble choir as well as SATB chorus. The percussion parts are included in the score and add a great deal to this lively piece. Congregation and choir alike will enjoy this one. 10514442 SATB/Unison. . . . . . . . . . 2.25 Gesu Bambino—Pietro Yon/arr. Tripp Carter. Beautifully arranged for mixed voices, this setting of the traditional carol captures the serene and tender essence of the original. With its gentle yet expressive accompaniment, the arrangement offers a heartfelt and accessible setting for holiday concerts and Christmas services. 11611308 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15 Gesu Bambino—arr. John Leavitt. A quint-essential 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. 11513916 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20 11513917 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20 11513918 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20 The Gift of Grace—arr. Sean Paul. Based on COVENTRY CAROL, this dynamic setting opens with dramatic piano and women on "oo." SATB voices enter unaccompanied with the Christmas verse. The piano returns with the women for verse 2, whose transition to "oo" marks the return of the men and then the whole choir. The piano swells and then the choir enters quietly, only to build to a climax for the resurrection text which closes the piece. 11566758 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35 Gloria—Randol Alan Bass. This vigorous seven-minute work is a rhythmic yet lyrical setting of the Latin Gloria in excelsis text that will be a highlight of both sacred and secular programs, especially at Christmas. Written for the New York Pops and recorded by the Boston Pops, it has been extensively programmed by professional and amateur groups in a variety of venues. No soloists; multiple accompaniments; full and reduced orchestrations available by rental only. 1800374 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.95 10947167 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.55 1950088 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.55 10563626 Instrumental Score Concert Band . . . . . . . . 35.00 3295258 Instrumental Parts Concert Band Score & Parts . . 125.00 8058024 Instrumental Parts Brass, Percussion & Organ . . . 70.00 11590209 Instrumental Parts Brass Quintet Score & Parts . . 55.00 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. 11501662 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25 3126158 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15 11559596 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15 Gloria in Excelsis Deo!—arr. Lloyd Larson. This joyous Christmas anthem is based upon the carol tune BRING A TORCH paired with wonderful new lyrics. After two verses, the hymn tune HYFRYDOL enters to provide contrast and a key change before the carol returns as the finale. The choral texture nicely alternates unison with four- part vocals, and the optional orchestration adds to the celebration. 11567070 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25 11567071 Split Track CD . . . . . . . . 29.95 11567073 Instrumental Parts . . . . . 89.95 Go, Tell It on the Mountain—arr. Molly Ijames. This spirited setting of Go, Tell It on the Mountain features a sparkling four-hand piano accompaniment and powerful vocal writing. A two-hand piano reduction and a full orchestration are also available. The P/A CD includes both the four-hand piano and full orchestra accompaniments. 10998929 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20 10998930 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95 God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen—arr. Molly Ijames. It would be difficult to find a more spirited arrangement of this much- loved carol! This setting for SATB voices and piano requires an above-average accompanist and an energetic choir ready to work with the promise that the end result will be artistic and worth the effort. This is an excellent choice for concert choirs, church, or school. 11101002 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50 God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen—arr. Wesley D. Peters. With a delightfully playful rhythmic interplay between 3/4 and 6/8 meters, this joyous, fresh setting of the traditional English carol seizes one's interest from its introduction to its exuberant conclusion. The mixed meter sections act as musical bookends to a sensitive a cappella centerpiece featuring the reassuring angelic presence at the Nativity. Equally appropriate for both school and church use. 10601727 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.45 10601728 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.45 11566946 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.45 10648375 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.95 Good Christian Men, Rejoice—arr. Molly ljames. The adaptation of this beloved carol features creative vocal layering, traditional four-part sonorities, and an energetic piano accompaniment that is a joy to play. This addition to your ensemble's repertoire will find a welcome place in worship services at Christmas. 11565454 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95 Gospel Nativity Carol—Lee Dengler. With a light swing, this Christmas anthem announcing the Good News is pure fun! The syncopated rhythms bounce off each With a light swing, this Christmas anthem announcing the Good News is pure fun! The syncopated rhythms bounce off each other between the vocal parts mixed with rich harmonies. Blending in a touch of a familiar carol, this angelic proclamation is delightful. 11570337 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.80 Hallelujah Chorus (from "Messiah")— G.F. Handel/arr. Adam Podd & Matt Podd. G.F. Handel's iconic Hallelujah Chorus is an annual tradition for thousands of choirs around the world. Here is the standard version in all its glory for SATB choir with a piano or organ part carefully edited to be playable, not merely an orchestral reduction. Or, use the fully orchestrated accompaniment MP3 to create a larger presentation. Also available as a virtual choir kit. 11388901 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75 10281687 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75 10366938 TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75 10281685 Instrumental Parts Cello SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.95 10281686 Orchestration SATB . . . 40.00 10281688 Orchestration SSA . . . . 40.00 10366939 Orchestration TBB. . . . . 40.00 Hark! The Herald Angels Sing—Felix Mendelssohn/arr. Jacob Dishman. A unique arrangement of the beloved Christmas hymn with organ and piano, this is intended as an invitation to the assembly to participate at the end of a Christmas service or as a standalone harmonization for congregational singing. The driving rhythms of the piano create a sense of energy and joy in an exultant celebration of Christ's birth. 11621105 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.70 11621320 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . 7.00 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! 10513797 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95 10757381 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95 10757383 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95 10513798 SATB P/A CD . . . . . . . . 24.95 10758760 SSA P/A CD . . . . . . . . . 24.95 10758766 TTBB P/A CD . . . . . . . . 24.95 Hear the Angels Sing—James Biery. A beloved carol is set with an original and enchanting new melody. The flowing vocal lines effectively match the natural rhythms of the text. The optional instrumental parts add a rich texture that will make this a favorite of your Christmas program. 11618248 SATB w/Organ . . . . . . . . 3.00 11618249 Full Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 29.00 11618250 Instrumental Parts . . . . . 60.00 Hodie—Jacob Narverud. Rhythmic and dramatic, this exciting piece is the perfect way to open your holiday concert. The traditional Latin text is given a perfectly crafted modern setting with optional body percussion and driving piano accompaniment. A short contrasting lyrical section and an optional descant that soars above the final statement bring breadth and sweep in a piece that will be a holiday highlight. A separate score for the body percussion and an accompaniment track are available as free downloads. 11315855 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.90 11535650 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.70 11564409 Two-Part or SA (without Body Percussion) . . . . . . . . . . . 2.60 11315856 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.90 11315857 TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50 Quick and Affordable "Quick and fast shipping. Great choral selection with affordable prices." —Patricia

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