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Peace, PeaceRick Powell, Sylvia Powell/arr.
Fred Bock. This lovely Christmas piece introduces
a beautiful yet simple melody that is surrounded
by keyboard (optional handbells) and obbligato
C-instrument accompaniment. The warm melody
is later joined by the familiar Silent Night to create
one of the most touching of Christmas selections.
Don't miss the new SAB choral arrangement and
new orchestrations for this Christmas Classic!
Highly recommended!
1707496 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10513331 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
1573138 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
706952 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10527027 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00
1571918 Handbell Part 3 Octaves . . . . 3.50
10527030 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . 35.00
10527031 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . 75.00
4 A Peaceful LullabyDouglas Nolan. A precious
manger moment is delivered in this beautiful
berceuse for Christmas. Intimate and delicate,
we peek into the stable and see the holy family
as they greet their Son and sing their first lullaby.
A thoughtful choice for Christmas Eve!
10516775 Two-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
Personent Hodiearr. Mark Hayes. This
grand arrangement of the fourteenth-century
German melody features a mixture of unison,
polyphonic, and homophonic sections, echo
effects, and sudden dynamic shifts. In addition
to the traditional Latin text, Mark has written
two additional English verses that will work
in a school or church setting. With optional
brass and percussion, this is extraordinary!
Highly recommended!
10457449 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10457606 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
10457458 Instrumental Parts
Brass & Percussion . . . . . . 29.95
l Prelude to BethlehemRuth Morris Gray.
Pianists will instantly recognize Clementi's
Prelude in D minor, and now choral singers
can share in the beauty of his music during
the Christmas season. Ingenious composer
Ruth Morris Gray adds her own melody, choral
parts, and flute obbligato. The O Little Town of
Bethlehem text makes this appropriate for the
stage or the sanctuary.
10505067 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10505068 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10505069 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10515003 Multi-Song Accomp. CD . . . 44.99
Processional for ChristmasBenjamin
Harlan. Opening with a festive section on "Gloria
in excelsis Deo" that's followed by a triumphant
processional, this anthem is highly singable
and effective.
3084480 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
Rejoice and Be MerryJohn Rutter. Herald
the joy of the Christmas season with this stirring
original carol from John Rutter! Composed for
SATB chorus, brass ensemble, handbells, and
organ (piano), it promises to fill your sanctuary
with sounds of jubilation and praise to the
newborn Christ child. With dancing rhythms
and uplifting text, this setting is a perfect way to
celebrate this glorious time of year!
8069277 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
8069278 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . 50.00
4 Rejoice and Be MerryLarry Shackley. Full
of tonal color and stylistic variety, this sparkling
medley of British carols includes: Sussex Carol;
Rejoice and Be Merry; God Rest You Merry,
Gentlemen and What Child Is This, all with simple
vocal lines. Open your next December program
with the glorious sounds of Christmas!
10520006 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10520043 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
Rejoice with Joy to the Worldarr. Pepper
Choplin. Pepper Choplin combines two beloved
hymns with a delightful Celtic flair in this piece
that is perfect for Christmas worship and holiday
concerts. Optional instrumental parts add to
the folk flavor of this celebratory selection.
From the cantata "Together for Christmas,"
this arrangement combines Joy to the World
and Good Christian Friends Rejoice, and even
adds optional instrumental accompaniment
that includes penny whistle or flute, guitar, bass,
and percussion!
10454043 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
10454044 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
10454045 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . 29.95
Rise and Shine!Joseph M. Martin. This time-
honored carol is given new a vibrant new setting
that's just fun to sing! From the opening dance-
like gestures in the accompaniment to the more
classical styled interludes, this choral work is not to
be missed. A surprise middle section contrasts with
a quote from Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring before
surrendering once again to the celebratory style of
the theme. For Advent, Christmas or Epiphany, this
anthem will be a favorite!
10367711 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10367713 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
10367712 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . 69.95
4 Rise Up Shepherdsarr. Tom Fettke and
Thomas Grassi. All "jazzed up" for Christmas, here
is a dynamic presentation of the traditional spiritual
as arranged by Tom Fettke and Thomas Grassi. The
effective vocal solos, plus electrifying brass parts
combine for a memorable musical moment in any
worship service or concert setting.
10514031 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10514032 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
10514033 Instrumental Parts Brass . . . 24.95
Run to BethlehemJoel Raney. The story of the
shepherds unfolds in this delightful choral setting
with words and music by Joel Raney. Choirs will
enjoy the rhythmic energy and memorable refrain:
"Run to Bethlehem and bring praises to the
newborn King. Fall down on your knees and worship
him." A snippet of What Child Is This? lends a touch
of familiarity to this Christmas celebration.
10451959 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10451960 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
10451962 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . 24.95
4 Run to the StableCharles McCartha. Drawing
on the beautiful Scottish folk melody, Loch Lomond,
this intimate and tender depiction of the story of
Jesus' birth is beautifully set by Charles McCartha.
A tasteful obbligato complements the gently flowing
Gaelic melody. The optional part for Violin or C
Instrument is included.
10513998 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
10513999 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
Shepherd Play Your Pipes TonightMark
Shepperd. Composed in a minor key with a gentle
forward lilt, this Christmas anthem renders the
scene at the manger with expressive wonder and a
restrained joy. Even the stars begin to dance in the
accompaniment as oboe and piano lines interlock
in a playful staccato. This sparkling moment will
be enjoyed by the more capable mixed choir,
especially during Christmas Eve services.
10458780 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
4 The Shepherd's LambDan Forrest. "A stable
bare, a starlit sky, and under Heaven's watchful
eye a miracle in manger lay, the Lamb of God
upon a bed of hay." This lovely text by Susan
Bentall Boersma is set to beautiful music by
Dan Forrest. Scored for SATB choir, piano, and
optional woodwind duet (flute and oboe) or optional
orchestra. The optional children's choir part
completes this sensitive treatment of the story of
Christ's birth.
10513817 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10513820 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . 80.00
4 Sweet Little Jesus Boy—
Robert MacGimsey/arr. Ken Berg.
Robert MacGimsey's Christmas classic is
masterfully arranged in this dramatic, sensitive
interpretation, full of color and emotion. Scored
for women's choir with soprano solo and piano accompaniment, it will be
equally effective in school or church settings. "Sweet little Jesus Boy, born
long time ago, sweet little Holy Child, and we didn't know who You was."
Highly recommended!
10509895 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
There Is Faint Music—Dan 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.
10068975 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
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This Little Babe—Benjamin Britten. This exciting 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.
162545 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
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Tidings 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!"
10307689 SSA with opt. Four-Hand Piano & Handbells. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10307691 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
10307690 Instrumental Parts Handbell & Piano Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.95
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Were You There on That Christmas Night?—Natalie Sleeth/
Martha Lynn Thompson.
The master melody writer Natalie Sleeth originally
composed this captivating Christmas selection in a unison/two-part setting.
That anthem has gone on to be one of the all-time best-selling pieces. It is now
available in an SAB version with piano or 3-5 octave handbell accompaniment
with optional 2-octave handchimes.
984542 SA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10305828 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
1921402 Instrumental Parts 3/5 Octave Handbell
with opt. 2 Octave Handchimes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.50
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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!
10367798 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
10367799 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
10367800 Instrumental Parts Score for SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
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What Sweeter Music—Hal Hopson. Robert Herrick's well-known
Christmas poem is lyrical and deeply spiritual in tone. Hal Hopson has set this
beautiful poem in a way that matches the lyricism of the text with long flowing
choral lines. The addition of the optional string quartet brings even greater
warmth to the mood of this beautiful piece. The SSAA edition is not compatible
with the instrumental parts.
10514452 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
10073016 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
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While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks—Craig Courtney.
Every syllable of Nahum Tate's Christmas text is carefully rendered in Craig
Courtney's new melody, set for divisi choral forces and piano. A sound
rhapsody through every measure, this is absolutely glorious music for mixed,
men's or women's choir that might be the expressive high point of your
December Christmas celebration.
10366986 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10