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Christmas Sacred, Spirituals & Gospel
Ecce Novum—Ola Gjeilo. This gorgeous
setting of the Ecce Novum Latin text reflects
the gentle wonder of the story of Christmas.
Found on Ola Gjeilo's album Winter Songs,
this lovely choral setting features lyrical voice
leading, extended phrases and a flowing
texture. The piano accompaniment gives a
spinning repetition that provides movement,
and the optional string quartet provides
achingly beautiful connective material to
create an ambient feel. Wonderful!
10850202 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 3.40
10850203 Instrumental Parts . . . 40.00
Everywhere I Go—arr. Joseph Jennings
& Stephen Coker. Feature a soloist on the
verses throughout this dynamic concert
setting of a traditional Christmas spiritual
for a cappella mixed divisi voices. The
choir lines provide background harmonies
that respond to the soloist and then shine
in choruses with intuitive parts that tell the
Christmas story with a powerful ending. It's
a great way to close a concert or service!
11608899 SATB divisi. . . . . . . . . M 3.25
Festival First Nowell—arr. Dan Forrest.
From the opening measures, Dan Forrest's
massive setting of this foundational carol
implies that something marvelous is in store.
Scored for mixed voices, brass quintet,
organ, timpani and multiple percussion, this
soundtrack for the epic story of Christ's birth
is absolutely extraordinary!
10457364 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.80
10457685 Instrumental Parts.. . . . . 37.00
10792965 Orchestration . . . . . . . . 160.00
Festival Gloria—Craig Courtney. The
transcendent glory of the traditional Latin
text is treated with great sensitivity and
depth in this superb setting for capable
sanctuary, concert or festival choirs!
With sweeping vocal lines and masterful
harmonic layering, this work gives integral
musical material to each section of the
choir. This enthralling choral opus will
be a centerpiece of concerts or worship
experiences whenever it is performed.
10458758 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .MA 2.75
10458759 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . .MA 2.75
10458760 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . .MA 2.75
The First Light of Christmas—Mark
Burrows. This uplifting original song draws
attention to the true meaning of Christmas
and the gift of love. Treble voices share
a message of warmth and wonder,
incorporating the familiar melody of Angels
We Have Heard on High. Beautifully written
for developing singers, this piece is also
appropriate for concerts and services during
the Advent season.
11620431 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . E 3.15
The First Noel (with Pachelbel's
Canon in D)—arr. Christopher Alexander.
Beautifully crafted for two-part treble voices,
this clever pairing of the traditional carol with
Pachelbel's Canon in D is an accessible and
elegant choice for school, community, or
church choirs of all ages. The familiar carol
moves easily above the flowing harmonic
pattern, creating a warm, graceful setting
that feels traditional and yet fresh.
11673991 SA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 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. The work takes its time to savor the
beauty and meaning of the scene, and to
communicate directly to the heart of every
listener. Sweeping crescendos and tasteful
piano lines deliver the message of this
carol in a completely unforgettable way.
Captivating.
10069886 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.50
10281676 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.50
10281681 TTB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.50
The First Noel—arr. Chris Kamerling.
Vibrant and festive, this arrangement of
the classic carol is the perfect up-tempo
number for your holiday concert. Clever
countermelodies, engaging harmonies, and
a playful piano accompaniment make this
spirited selection fun for all who sing and
hear it!
11611467 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.25
The First Noel—arr. Pinkzebra. The
traditional English carol receives a fresh
arrangement with contemporary harmonies
and a gently syncopated piano line. It's a
beautiful choice for both Christmas concerts
and services for choirs of all ages.
11504866 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.65
11504867 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.65
11504870 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . .ME 2.65
11504868 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.65
The First Nowell—arr. Ola Gjeilo. Set
beautifully for school, community, and
collegiate choirs, this beloved Christmas
carol arrangement provides the opportunity
to feature a soprano soloist above the gentle
and supportive vocal accompaniment. A
truly standout selection for holiday concerts
and wintertime performances.
11682776 SATB divisi. . . . . . . . . M 3.50
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.
11620359 Three-Part Mixed . . .ME 2.45
Fum, Fum, Fum—arr. Alice Parker &
Robert Shaw. This classic Shaw-Parker
arrangement of the traditional Catalan
dance carol may be performed with piano
or a cappella. A truly enjoyable telling of the
Christmas story.
398529 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.10
4061107 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.50
10049532 Teaching P/A CD . . . . 16.95
Gaudete!—arr. Michael Engelhardt. From
Piae Cantiones, this setting of Gaudete!
is in a progressive style, yet well suited to
the medieval melody. Its energy is derived
from the accented rhythms and dance-
like percussive elements, all adding to the
joyous nature of the piece. Percussion parts
for four players are available separately.
10467505 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.10
10276399 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.95
10304776 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.95
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 5.95
10947167 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 5.55
1950088 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 5.55
10563626 Concert Band Score . 35.00
8058024 Instrumental Parts: . . 70.00
Gloria (from Missa Solemnis)—Ludwig
van Beethoven/ed. Allan Robert Petker.
Beethoven gave us some stirring choral
music, including the Missa Solemnis. In this
edition, all the notes are truly Beethoven's
except the final ones, which modulated
in its original form. Beethoven's original
orchestration is available for rental, or a
chamber version is available for purchase.
This is an excellent piece to add to the
choral library for high school, community, or
collegiate choirs.
11670089 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.55
11675683E Chamber Orchestra
ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112.50
11675686E Full Orchestra
ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132.30
Gloria—Noah Reese. Reese's a cappella
canon, based on a descending D major
scale, is fantastic for teaching unison
singing, reinforcing part singing, and
developing choral tone, all within the
framework of conservative ranges for the
treble choir. The celebratory Latin text adds
an element of excitement and maturity while
helping to shape the vowels and tone of
young singers.
10990292 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.30
Gloria Fanfare—Mary Lynn Lightfoot/arr.
Ronald Sayer. Changing meters propel
the phrases in this energetic setting. The
lyrical, flowing middle section provides
an interesting and unique contrast
before returning to the recapitulation and
exhilarating conclusion.
11640789 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.00
11640788 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.00
11682205 SAB Full Score. . . . . . 20.00
11682202 SSA Full Score. . . . . . 20.00
11682206 SAB Instrumental
Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35.00
11682203 SSA Instrumental
Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35.00
Gloria! Gloria!—Roger Emerson. Ideal
as an opening selection for Christmas or
at any time of year, this energetic original
work features unison lines in a syncopated
rhythm that contrast nicely with a short
lyrical section of harmony. Quickly learned,
its simple Latin text will highlight pure
vowels and tone, which will help build
confidence and success in young singers.
Consider pairing it with Emerson's Alleluia,
Alleluia.
11591414 Three-Part Mixed . . .ME 2.35
11584912 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . .ME 2.35
Glory, Gloria—Douglas E. Wagner. With
a simple Latin text, this upbeat and festive
concert selection is perfect for introducing
Latin or reinforcing choral fundamentals.
The memorable melody is shared across
all voice parts and is accompanied by easy-
to-learn harmony written in comfortable
ranges.
11641415 Three-Part Mixed . . .ME 2.30
Go Tell It on the Mountain—arr. Sonny
Willis. Don't miss this fresh arrangement
of the classic Christmas spiritual! Your
tenors and basses will love the rhythmic
drive, groove, and vocal layering, and the
accessible ranges make this approachable
by a variety of choirs to learn. Perform with
the instrumental track, with piano alone, or
with the electric bass and drum set parts
that are included in the score. Opportunities
for movement are endless, too!
11678839 TTB. . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 3.60
Go Where I Send Thee—arr. Derric
Johnson. For more advanced mixed
choirs, this signature arrangement for the
Voices of Liberty of the beloved Christmas
spiritual is a festive showstopper with
plenty of surprises along the way. Layered
vocal lines, clever builds, dynamic divisi
harmonies, and a touch of theatrical flair
keep singers engaged and audiences
smiling.
11674809 SATB divisi. . . . . . . . . M 2.75
Go Where I Send Thee!—arr. Paul
Caldwell & Sean Ivory. If you have a very
talented choir looking for a challenge, this
is an absolutely must-do spiritual! The
use of the many variants of the text allows
the music to maximize the use of gospel-
style modulations and to give the singers
significant one-line reminders of some of
the biblical stories the African-American
musical tradition is based on.
5775366 SSATB . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.30
3106614 SSA or SAT . . . . . . . . M 2.15
10451981 TBB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.15
Go, Tell It on the Mountain—arr. Bryan
Sharpe. Upbeat and accessible, this a
cappella arrangement of a traditional
Christmas spiritual features vocal writing
your choir will sing with ease. With a
stylized approach and subtle creative twists,
stacking voice parts lead into familiar verses
while an optional descant or solo brings it to
a thrilling conclusion.
11618647 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.95
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