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n 'Twas in the Moon of Wintertimearr.
Robert 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.
10369867 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
A 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.
10275201 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
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
n We Three Kingsarr. Russell Robinson. This is
so cool! Now available for mixed or male voices, We
Three Kings meets Dave Brubeck's Take Five in this
jazzy setting that really works! It's surprisingly easy
to feel the 5/4 meter as the ancient story is told,
punctuated by doo-bop doo-bop and da-va-da-va-da
counterlines. It will be the hit of your holiday concert!
10303400 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
10192382 TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
n The Wexford Carolarr. Ruth Elaine Schram.
The gorgeous Irish carol has been paired with the
familiar Venite adoremus Dominum chorus from
The Snow Lay on the Ground to create a lovely
Christmas offering for treble voices. Optional
flute and cello parts add a crowning touch to this
exquisite selection!
10366698 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10366697 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10366699 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
n What ChildPaul Lohman. The beautifully
expressive text "What Child Is This" is featured
prominently with an original melody in this lush
choral essay for mixed or treble choirs. With sincere
devotion and stunning lyric lines the voices sing of
the newborn Christ child, moving from the climax
on "Joy, Joy for Christ is born" to a mere whisper at
the closing cadence. Exquisite!
3299166 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
3700994 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . 19.95
What Child Is This?arr. Russell Robinson. In
this setting of the traditional Greensleeves tune,
the meter alternates between 6/8 and 3/4 - it's
such a simple technique, but it breathes new
life into the traditional carol, and the flavor of the
Renaissance is not lost. Perfect for a madrigal
dinner or a Christmas concert or church service,
this is delightful!
10355923 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
10355924 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
10355925 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
10355926 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.99
l What Child Is This?Melissa Malvar-Keylock/
Jill Friedersdorf. The timeless carol Greensleeves is
given fresh treatment for women's voices. With a
simple meter change between the verse and chorus,
lovely harmonies and a very expressive piano part,
this setting is one that can be enjoyed by treble
choirs of all ages. Well crafted and deeply felt.
10456852 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . 2.10
n What Child Is This?arr. Molly Ijames. This
humble and beautiful treatment of the traditional
carol is guaranteed to take your breath away! The
glory and the reverence of the Christmas season
and the scene at the stable are delicately brought
forth in moving chorals and a supportive piano
accompaniment. With performance options for
SATB and SSA voicings, and a full orchestration,
this is a truly captivating setting worthy of your
finest moment in worship or concert hall!
10093691 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10367798 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10367799 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
10367800 Instrumental Parts Score
is for SSA Only . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
What Sweeter Musicarr. John Leavitt. Robert
Herrick's familiar seventeenth-century poem is
treated with exquisite taste in this gorgeous setting,
which opens with a lovely solo. "What sweeter
music can we bring, than a carol, for to sing the
birth of this our heav'nly King? Awake the voice!
Awake the string!"
10364324 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10364325 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10364326 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10364328 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
10364327 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
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H And the Glory of the LordG.F. Handel. The
G. Schirmer edition of the beloved chorus from
"Messiah" is an important part of every choral library.
389791 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
10004933 Accompaniment CD . . . . . . 16.99
4 Angels from the Realms of GloryDan
Forrest. This thrilling carol arrangement begins
with a hush and builds in momentum, invoking
images of the angel hosts gathering into a
multitude to announce Jesus' birth. With just a
few instrumental colors (violin, percussion, piano
4-hands) and some simple divisi, the work builds
to a joyous invitation to "come and worship." Use
this captivating service introit or concert opener
throughout the Christmas season.
10458751 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10458752 Instrumental Parts
Violin & Percussion. . . . . . . 20.00
10458753 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . 80.00
n Angels in SevenFelix Mendelssohn/arr. Kern.
You've never heard this festive carol sung quite like
this. Don't be frightened by the metric marking.
Your choir will have fun putting a new spin on
an old classic. It's bursting with holiday joy from
beginning to end. You can't help but sing this one
with a smile!
10031264 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
lt Angels We Have Heard on Higharr. Deke
Sharon. This fine arrangement in the Contemporary
A Cappella series will display your choir's
musicianship beautifully at Christmas.
10459663 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
t Away in a Mangerarr. Ola Gjeilo. The beloved
carol shimmers in this magnificent setting for
four-part mixed voices, a cappella. The familiar
Kirkpatrick melody is introduced by a soprano
solo which may be sung by either an adult or a
child. The gorgeous hummed chord progressions
create a smooth, deep texture, setting this apart
from all other arrangements of the carol. Equally
appropriate for school or church performances, it is
simply exquisite.
10304767 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
Ht The Best of RoomsRandall Thompson. A
meaningful verse by Robert Herrick forms the text
for this piece in an a cappella setting by Randall
Thompson. A good choice for choirs looking for a
bit of a challenge.
337774 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
n Breath of HeavenChris Eaton & Amy Grant/
arr. 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!
8064411 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
8064412 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
8064413 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
8064414 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . 80.00
n Breath of Heaven (Mary's Song)Chris Eaton
& Amy Grant/arr. Lloyd Larson. The essence of
Christmas is dramatically captured in the setting
of this contemporary Christmas selection. Made
popular by Christian artist Amy Grant, this reflective
piece tells the Christmas story through a mother's
eyes. Lush close harmonies and a beautiful piano
accompaniment will make a poignant statement at
your holiday concert. This great story of a mother's
love will touch the hearts of all who hear it!
10009668 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
10090261 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
10009670 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
10361052 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
10009671 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
n A Carol Fantasyarr. John Alexander. If you're
looking for an impressive opener or closer for your
Christmas concert or worship service, be sure to
consider this marvelous setting of In Dulci Jubilo
with touches of Personent Hodie. Perform it with
choir and piano or with optional children's choir
and accompaniment for brass, timpani, percussion,
harp and organ to add power and punch!
10370108 SSAATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
10374607 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . 50.00
n Carols of the Nightarr. Craig Courtney. Here is
a breathtaking piece for your holiday concert that
pairs two of the most beloved carols of all time, O
Holy Night and Silent Night. You can't miss with
this exquisite Craig Courtney arrangement that
includes optional full or reduced instrumentation
orchestral accompaniments to further enhance
your performances.
8067985 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
8067986 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24.95
5144944 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . 80.00
8067987 Chamber Orchestra . . . . . . 40.00
t Coventry Carolarr. Jay Rouse. This gorgeous,
lyrical a cappella setting gives the traditional
English carol a freshness that is quite stunning.
Elegant phrasing and jazz-tinged harmonies bring
out all the beauty of the original, and then some!
Highly recommended!
10304368 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
lt Ding Dong Merrily on Higharr. George G.
Hernandez. In this superbly crafted setting of the
traditional carol, bell sounds resonate beautifully for
a cappella voices. This is a joy to sing and hear!
10454447 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
4 Festive Noels (A European Celebration of
Christmas)Bob Krogstad. With the touch of a
master orchestrator, Bob Krogstad has completed
this exuberant collection of "Noels" that everyone
can enjoy. Rich in vocal and instrumental color,
the setting takes us through Sing We Now of
Christmas; Bring a Torch, Jeannette, Isabella
and O How Joyfully to recall the triumphant news
of Christ's humble birth. This joyful Christmas
message is perfect for the chancel choir as well
as the community group, college ensemble or
combined musical forces anytime in December.
10454600 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10454921 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24.95
10454922 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . 69.95
n The First Noelarr. 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
10281676 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10281681 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10098697 Orchestration SATB . . . . . . 80.00
10281678 Orchestration SSA . . . . . . . 80.00
10281682 Orchestration TTB . . . . . . . 80.00
H For Unto Us a Child Is BornG.F. Handel.
The most popular and true-to-the-original version
of this familiar chorus from Handel's "Messiah."
Piano accompaniment.
934398 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
10004931 Accompaniment CD . . . . . . 16.95
In-depth Biography
Deep River
The Life and Music
of Robert Shaw
Keith Burris. Robert Lawson Shaw
was born in Red Bluff, California on
April 30, 1916 - another century,
another America. By the time he
died, 82 years later, he had become
one of America's classical music
icons - a key figure who helped
create a culture of classical music
in the United States. Shaw was the
principle re-inventor of the choral art
in America. He made choral music
important, artistic, and popular. Deep
River is a rich, in-depth, 631-page
biography of this complex man and
his relentless drive to transform
American choral singing. The
enclosed DVD features Robert Shaw
in rehearsal at Boston University.
10374871 Book & DVD . . . . . . . . 45.00
Christmas & Holiday
Sacred & Secular
Women's Choir
Buy with confidence! These works, listed in
order of their popularity, are chosen most often
by directors.
Stars I Shall Find—Victor C. Johnson.
10366693 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10047926 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
Santa Baby—arr. Mac Huff.
3299521 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
3299522 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
Sing Ding-a, Ding-a Dong!—Lynn Shaw Bailey.
10366684 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
All I Want for Christmas Is You—arr. Mac Huff.
1971050 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
Tundra—Charles A. Silvestri & Ola Gjeilo.
10276418 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10297376 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Go Where I Send Thee—
arr. Paul Caldwell & Sean Ivory.
3106614 SSA or SAT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.75
Bring a Torch, Jeannette Isabella—
arr. Dave & Jean Perry.
10352301 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
Under Winter Moon—Andy Beck.
10352508 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
10361690 Multi-Song Accomp. CD . . . 39.99
This Little Babe—Benjamin Britten.
162545 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
Amid the Falling Snow—arr. Audrey Snyder.
10364846 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10364848 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
