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Choral Performance Music | Christmas & Holiday
Christmas & Holiday
A la Nanita Nana—arr. David Eddleman.
This Mexican folk song is instantly
recognizable with its gentle Latin rhythms
and peaceful tenderness. Fluid vocal lines
sing over a nice piano accompaniment
reminiscent of a Spanish guitar. Sing this
in Spanish or English for a lovely sacred
moment or multicultural feature in your
December concert!
1728369 SA or Two-Part . . . .ME 2.25
A la Nanita Nana (with Coventry
Carol)—arr. Greg Gilpin. A la Nanita
Nana and Coventry Carol sing one after
another in this gentle choral setting. The
piano rocks sweetly below the lilting text,
creating a unique pairing of the familiar
carols. A quiet and tender selection with
lyrical lines and conservative ranges, this
is a great training piece for choral singers
that will also be a lovely addition to your
holiday concert.
10509009 Two-Part . . . . . . . . .ME 2.65
10499818 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44.99
Agnus Dei/Alleluia—Jeannine Lasky
& Masa Fukuda. Opening with a somber
setting of the traditional Agnus Dei text, the
texture soon shifts to an upbeat celebration
of Christmas in a Baroque style. Creating a
unique juxtaposition between traditional and
new, solemnity and joy, this original work is
full of contrast and fun to sing!
11616544 Unison . . . . . . . . . . .ME 3.50
All for a Merry Christmas—Mary Donnelly
& George L.O. Strid. Brimming with
joy, this spirited selection celebrates
mistletoe, bells, snowflakes, and more -
everything that makes Christmas such a
wonderful season. A charming melody,
easily learned harmony, and optional
glockenspiel make this a sure winner for
your holiday concert!
11602733 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . E 2.50
All I Want for Christmas Is You—arr. Mac
Huff. Since its release in 1994, this song,
cowritten and recorded by Mariah Carey,
has become a pop holiday classic! Mac's
arrangement with a retro '60s rock 'n' roll
feel is a perennial hit with both treble and
mixed choirs!
10660128 Two-Part . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
All That Holiday Stuff!—Andy Beck. You
won't want to miss this show-stopping
holiday novelty! This is musical theatre
at its best - from the moment the opening
curtain rises to the final kick line - this is
craving choreography, which is available
for free, or you can design your own.
Listing off all favorite holiday traditions,
the hilarious festive lyrics will bring down
the house!
11393258 Two-Part . . . . . . . . .ME 2.05
Amen—arr. Russell Robinson. Perfect for
holiday concerts or any time of year, this
arrangement of the beloved spiritual is
lively and brimming with joy! The rollicking
piano accompaniment enhances the
authentic gospel feel, while handclaps,
half-step modulations, and a short solo or
descant build excitement in this fun and
accessible selection.
11609564 Two-Part . . . . . . . . .ME 2.15
Believe (from "The Polar Express")—
Glen Ballard & Alan Silvestri/arr. Cristi
Cary Miller. Tapping into the feelings of
hope, love, and joy, this now-classic hit
from "The Polar Express" is sure to inspire
at your holiday performance. Accessible
part writing makes this arrangement ideal
for developing voices while the universal
message of believing resonates with
singers and audience members of all ages.
11601460 Two-Part . . . . . . . . .ME 2.50
Bring Christmas Home to You—Masa
Fukuda. This original pop ballad extends
a message of hope and love to those who
experience loneliness during the holiday
season. Sensitively arranged to feature a
soloist, it's sung from the perspective of
someone reaching out to a friend in need
of emotional support at Christmastime.
11620909 Two-Part or SA . . . .ME 3.50
Button Up Your Overcoat—arr. Sally K.
Albrecht. Perfect for young singers, this
popular standard has been revamped with
new lyrics, giving a bundle of advice on
keeping warm in the wintertime. A swinging
accompaniment track is available as well
as a free choreography video! Warm your
audience's hearts with this winter novelty!
11611107 Two-Part . . . . . . . . .ME 2.30
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!
10501205 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . E 2.25
A Christmas Sing-Along—arr. Christopher
Alexander. Perfect for Christmas concerts
and services, this delightful medley of carols
encourages audience participation to create
a festive, uplifting experience. Titles include
Joy to the World; Angels We Have Heard on
High; Away in a Manger and Good Christian
Men, Rejoice.
11611251 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.25
Christmas Through the Eyes of a Child
—Teresa Jennings. Full of childlike
wonder, this original song captures the
essence of Christmas with gentility and
joy, incorporating a motif from O Come,
Little Children. Part 2, which is optional, is
a countermelody that exquisitely weaves
together with the first part and is doubled
in the recorded accompaniment tracks (sold
separately). A heartwarming holiday feature
that can also be performed a cappella.
11619910 Two-Part or Unison. . E 2.30
Cold Snap—Mark Hayes. Here's a highly
entertaining musical depiction of what
happens when Old Man Winter comes
knocking at the door, complete with
onstage coughing, sneezing, and
optional choreography!
10590377 Two-Part . . . . . . . . .ME 2.95
10618151 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44.95
Cozy—Teresa Jennings. Set in a gentle
country pop style, this song paints a musical
picture of what it means to feel cozy. While
the piece works nicely in unison, there is
second part throughout, and a third treble
part that enters at the chorus; both are
optional but beautiful. Perform it a cappella,
with piano, or with the track (sold separately).
11619900 SSA or Two-Part . . . E 2.30
December Canon—Mark Burrows. "The
wind is cold, the branches bare, but
hearts are warm and bright. For there is
peace and hope to share this wondrous
winter night." This heartwarming canon
is characterized by a simple, small-range
melody that easily stacks into a complete
choral texture. A breathtaking addition to
holiday and winter concerts for elementary
or middle school.
11564456 Two-Part or S(S)A . . E 2.30
Ding Dong! Merrily on High—arr. John
Riggio. Arranged in a Celtic style, this
cheerful song is laden with drums, penny
whistle, and fiddle on the accompaniment
recording (sold separately). Parts two
and three are optional but accessible, so
you'll want to add the joyful harmonies!
Celebrate the Christmas season with this
dynamic arrangement!
11597298 SSA or Two-Part. . .ME 2.30
Dormi—arr. Tim Winebrenner. Medieval
Latin text about the first Christmas is set
as a gentle lullaby in this arrangement of
a traditional Chilean folk song. The simple
yet beautiful melody is accompanied by
an elegant piano part and a stunning cello
obbligato. Add guitar for even more of an
authentic feel.
11609573 SA w/ opt. Cello . . .ME 2.15
Early Christmas Morning—Zachary
Provost. Exuding the excitement of
sneaking downstairs to see the tree, this
whimsical work features creative lyrics,
dramatic dynamic shifts, and hushed
stage whispers. The spritely piano
accompaniment tiptoes through colorful
chords, brilliantly depicting the exhilaration
of Christmas morning!
11613268 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . M 2.20
11613325 P/A CD-
Pianotrax 17 . . . . . . . . . 54.99
Eight Lights for Hanukkah—Andy
Beck. This peaceful Hanukkah original
warmly counts each menorah candle,
recognizing the nights of the meaningful
holiday. Conservative ranges, manageable
phrase lengths, and foundational part
singing techniques are designed for quick
learning. As a special touch, interludes
and counterlines reference the traditional
Hebrew song Oy, Khanike, and Shalom
Chaverim is sung in a round just before the
hushed ending.
11503200 Two-Part or SSA. . . . E 2.05
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