Christmas Anthems
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H he Snow Carol (Still, Still, Still)arr.
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Audrey Snyder. Absolutely gorgeous! The beloved
German carol, partnered with a charming
original countermelody, shimmers with the
beautiful image of newly-fallen snow. Now
available for treble or mixed choirs, it includes
both German and English lyrics and a beautiful
descant that may be done with voices or a solo
instrument. Highly recommended!
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1975564Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
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ome Children See HimAlfred Burt/arr.
Martin. One of the great carols of the last century
is carefully arranged and brilliantly orchestrated for
the blessed Christmas season. A true classic in
every sense of the word, this carol has an important
message for all. Offer this stunning work at your
Christmas Eve worship service and it is sure to stir
the hearts of all believers!
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10046490Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
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omebody Build a MangerJoel Raney. If
this doesn't get you up and moving to the music,
you'd better check your pulse! Totally jazzed and
ready to rock, this Christmas original is full of
high energy. With an incredibly effective piano
part and a catchy, repetitive text, it will be easily
learned and the rhythm parts really spice things up.
An excellent choice for pageants and Christmas
programs, it will get your congregation groovin' in
anticipation of the newborn King!
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8064451 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
8064452 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . 24.95
4 on of GodMark Hayes. This stunning offering
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from Mark Hayes references the traditional
carol Angels We Have Heard On High and
includes a lovely cello obligato. Sure to become
a favorite due to its sheer musical beauty and
worshipful nature.
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l ong In the AirBrad Nix. Brad Nix gave
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the traditional carol text a lovely new melody in
this beautiful arrangement. The gentle carol is
accompanied by keyboard, and is accessible
for choirs of any size. "And we greet in His
cradle our Savior and King!"
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4 ong of the AngelsMark Hayes. This
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sparkling Christmas carol medley opens with
a festive setting of Angels We Have Heard on
High. Entwined with a creative setting of Hark!
The Herald Angels Sing, this piece boasts
spirited rhythmic playfulness.
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10366446 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
10366445 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . 29.95
l Song Was Heard at ChristmasLarry
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Shackley. A poetic text united with this original tune
gently and vividly conveys thoughtful images of the
Christmas story. "The angels sang at Christmas
with all the hosts above, and still we sing the
newborn King, His glory and His love."
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Star CarolJohn Rutter. The masterful pen of
John Rutter created this marvelous Christmas
selection that has become a Christmas tradition for
mixed choirs. Use of children's choir or orchestration
with SATB choir will only enhance your presentation.
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6382782Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . 55.95
4 till, Still, StillJoey Hoelscher. Few carols
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capture the hush of winter and the wonder of
Jesus' birth with such beauty as this beloved
carol. Using a rhapsodic piano part and exquisite
vocal layering, the composer carries the listener
away with the dreams of joy and peace as
the setting comes to a breathless conclusion.
Save a particularly meaningful spot in your
Christmas Eve service or December concert for
this stellar musical offering.
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Tapestry of Joyful CarolsDouglas Nolan.
A mosaic of seasonal favorites decorates the air
in this pleasing holiday medley. Lilting joyfully in
a pleasing 6/8, these carols really capture the
spirit of Christmas. Arranged for easy rehearsals,
choirs will find the linear voice leading to be
naturally fulfilling and the gentle text changes
allow for use during Advent. A rhythmically
engaging accompaniment provides an effective
backdrop for these beloved tunes.
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10306664 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
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till, Still, Stillarr. David von Kampen. The quiet
and dream-like setting of the familiar carol evokes
images of a tranquil and hushed scene at the Manger
in Bethlehem. Lush harmonies carry a tasteful jazzlike quality and create a wonderful experience for
choir and congregation alike.
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4 till, Still, Still (with Silent Night, Holy Night)
Cindy Berry. A precious Austrian carol is
treated with special care and combined with
the world's most recognized carol in this easyto-learn Christmas anthem! Delicate piano
decoration supports the voices and adds a
tender quality to the style of the arrangement.
Enjoy the dynamic potential of your choir by
taking advantage of the layers of sound that
characterize this lovely cradle song.
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H till, Still, Stillarr. Norman Luboff. Norman
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Luboff's arrangement of this lovely Austrian carol
has become a Christmas classic that deserves a
place in every choral library.
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l he Sun Rose on SalvationBert Stratton/
arr. Vicki Tucker Courtney. A noble hymn tune is
combined with an inspiring new text in this choral
concept for groups of any size. Careful crafting of
the parts enriches the sound of your group and
the inclusion of both Christmas and Easter texts
makes this anthem of praise a beautiful and useful
addition to your choir's repertoire.
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lt weet Babe CarolMichael Elgin. It is the lovely
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and lofty harmonies that set this a cappella anthem
apart. Using a contemporary madrigal style with a
beseeching tune, this work is more of a psalm of
praise than a Christmas lullaby.
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Vaughan Williams ChristmasRalph
Vaughan Williams/arr. Wagner. Three of Vaughan
Williams' cherished carol settings are incorporated
into this lovely four-minute Christmas medley for
your whole music department. Perform it with
any combination of piano, concert band, or full
orchestra accompaniment. Included are: O Little
Town of Bethlehem (Forest Green); Gloucestershire
Carol and The Sussex Carol.
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10275202 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10275203 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39.99
2418663 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 70.00
2475193 String Orch or Full Orch . . . . 63.00
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he Virgin Mary Had a Baby Boyarr.
Mack Wilberg. The traditional West Indian carol
has a wonderful freshness and depth in Mack
Wilberg's expansive setting for mixed choir and
piano four-hands, with optional percussion and
string bass. This is glorious!
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l hat Day Is Far AwayBob Moore. This
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lullaby emotes pictures of being in the stable while
visualizing Christ's human journey. It is suitable for
voices with keyboard alone or with guitar and bass.
A C instrument could also easily double lines of the
accompaniment.
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here Is Faint MusicDan Forrest. The "faint
music" is descriptive of Mary singing lullabies
to hush her baby's sleepy sighs. This touching
anthem paints a beautiful musical picture of
Mary and her newborn Baby. "A shelter from
the winter storm/A straw-lined manger, safe
and warm/And Mary singing lullabies/To hush
her Baby's sleepy sighs." Poetic and lyrical,
this gorgeous offering will be a blessing to your
congregation on Christmas Eve.
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4t till, Still, StillMatthew Culloton. A choral
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moment that will take your breath away! Set
against a gentle rocking syncopation, the familiar
Austrian carol is surrounded by a choral halo that
recalls the wonder of the first Christmas night
with captivating beauty. Divisi choral parts, a
baritone solo, and luscious a cappella harmonies
come together in an unforgettable setting that
displays the artistry of your choir as well as
the mystery of the Nativity.
10368625 SATB with Baritone Solo . . . . 1.70
4 Twas in the Moon of Wintertimearr. Robert
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A. Benson. The origins of the Huron Carol are
highlighted in this simplistic arrangement. Minor key
harmonies, an understated piano accompaniment,
and moments of a capella voices enhance the
haunting quality of the beloved tune.
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here's a Song in the Airarr. Ruth Elaine
Schram. The lilting melody and triple meter give
this arrangement a tender quality. Images from
the text are sheer poetry, focusing on the nativity
and the message that Mary's babe is King of kings.
The flexible voicing makes it easily prepared for
Christmas Eve, Christmas, or Christmastide.
10307685 SATB with opt. Flute . . . . . . . 1.95
10307686 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
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his Holy Night with O Holy Nightarr.
Gary Rhodes. Probably the most well loved
carol, O Holy Night, is paired with the gentle
This Holy Night to bring you a lovely anthem for
Christmas. This singable piece will soon become
a standard in your Christmas repertoire because
of its beauty and grace. The sweeping, symphonic
orchestration adds depth and versatility to an
already lovely arrangement so that this can be
performed with full orchestration or just a piano.
This one is not to be missed!
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10305619 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.99
10305620 Orchestration CD-ROM . . . . 74.99
H his Little BabeBenjamin Britten. This exciting
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Christmas carol, originally for treble voices, comes
from Britten's "A Ceremony of Carols." The
accompaniment, written for harp, may also be
played by keyboard.
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l hree French Carolsarr. Russell SchulzT
Widmar. This small collection contains short
and accessible settings of three popular French
carols, scored for SATB or two-part choirs.
Includes: Three Great Kings; What Is This Lovely
Fragrance and Carol of the Birds.
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idings of Joy! (Ding Dong! Merrily on High/
Ukranian Bell Carol/God Rest You Merry,
Gentlemen)arr. Lloyd Larson. Here's a collage
of carols that sure to leave you filled with the
Christmas spirit! Ding Dong! Merrily on High serves
as the introduction. A change to minor mode and
a more brisk tempo accompany the entrance of
the familiar Ukrainian Bell Carol, which serves
at the accompaniment to God Rest You Merry,
Gentlemen. The merriment escalates through
two ensuing key changes and final repeated
acclamations of "Tidings of Joy!"
10307687 SATB with opt. 4-Hand Piano
& Handbells . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10307688 SAB with opt. 4-Hand Piano
& Handbells . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10307689 SSA with opt. 4-Hand Piano
& Handbells . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10307691 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
10307690 Instrumental Parts Handbell
& Piano Score . . . . . . . . . . . 19.95
4 e Three Kingsarr. Matthew Culloton. With a
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flair for the dramatic, this unaccompanied setting of
the well-known carol uses three male soloists (one
baritone, two bass) as the kings' voices over the
choir. There is accompaniment provided by oboe
solo as it dances around the melody and, in one
passage, even quotes Greensleeves. Creative divisi
chorus sings backup to the kings and then takes
the lead at all the refrains, which are set differently.
Here's a fun and sprightly piece that will give your
good soloists a chance to shine!
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10368624 Instrumental Parts Oboe . . . . 5.00
H ere You There on that Christmas Night?
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Natalie Sleeth. This has definitely become
a perennial favorite at Christmastime! Pleasing
lyrics coupled with a charming melody make
this an anthem that can be done year after
year with outstanding results. This easily
learned piece should be a part of every choir's
repertoire. A true choral classic!
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1864800 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
8069366 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . 55.00
1921402Handbells . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.50
l hat Can I Give to the Holy Child?Robert
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Lau. This simple, lovely Christmas anthem is
a winsome reminder of the adoration we bring
to the Christ Child. The focus of this tender
"cradle song" is to offer our heart, our song our
love at the foot of the manger. Sensible part
writing and rich accompaniment make this
accessible to choirs or any ability.
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hat Child Is ThisCraig Courtney. A
harmonically rich a cappella setting of the traditional
Greensleeves tune. This beautiful arrangement
offers two solo opportunities and is complete with
the alternate text "My True Luve's Like a Red, Red
Rose", providing a wealth of performance and
programming opportunities.
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