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Christmas Anthems
4 God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemenarr. Wesley
D. Peters. With a delightfully playful rhythmic
interplay between 3/4 and 6/8 meters, this
joyous, fresh setting of the traditional English carol
seizes one's interest from its introduction to its
exuberant conclusion. The mixed meter sections
act as musical bookends to a sensitive a cappella
centerpiece featuring the reassuring angelic
presence at the Nativity. Equally appropriate for
both school and church use.
10601727 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
10601728 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
H God Rest You Merry, Gentlemenarr. Philip
Kern. This is, beyond a shadow of a doubt, the
finest arrangement of the traditional Christmas
classic to come along in years. Exceptional choral
writing with a fine piano accompaniment.
10091418 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.50
1603042 TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.50
God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen (with
Tchaikovsky's "Nutcracker Suite")
Tchaikovsky/arr. Larry Shackley. Inspired by his
arrangement in The International Carol Library -
British Isles, Larry Shackley presents an imaginative
choral setting of the perennial Christmas favorite.
Perfect for worship and concerts, it features
inventive references to Tchaikovsky's "Nutcracker
Suite," and the accompaniment lends additional
sparkle to this lively piece.
10089834 SATB with Two or
Four-Hand Piano . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
10089835 SAB with Two or
Four-Hand Piano . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
10089836 SSA with Two or
Four-Hand Piano . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
10520076 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
10089837 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26.95
Ht Going to BethlehemJay Althouse. Jay has
done it again with this exciting original Christmas
spiritual that grabs hold of you in the first measure
and doesn't let go! Energized rhythms propel this
piece and create a sense of haste as the visitors
travel to the manger to see the newborn King. The
verses are repetitive but contain plenty of surprises.
A fresh work that's solidly rooted in the classic
spiritual traditions, this is an absolute must!
3251923 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.85
3302977 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
t Good Christians All RejoiceTom Fettke &
Thomas Grassi. This superb setting of a German
carol opens with a jubilant fanfare. Excitement
escalates as the carol appears, modulating up with
the second and third verses, and the concluding
fanfare provides a thrilling close. From the Celtic-
inspired cantata, "Stars of Glory," this piece is great
for holiday concerts or Christmas worship.
10520136 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
10520177 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26.95
10520207 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59.95
10520208 Orchestration CD-ROM. . . . . . .59.95
Good People, All Rejoicearr. Philip Kern. Two
favorite carols combine to create a festive celebration
for Christmas. It begins with the women introducing
Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella, then the men
introduce Good People, All Rejoice. The two songs
weave throughout the arrangement above a joyful
piano accompaniment, with stunning moments of
a cappella singing. School and church choirs will
rejoice in singing this jubilant musical offering!
10510940 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.50
H Hallelujah Chorus (from "The Messiah")
George Frideric Handel. This is the G. Schirmer
edition that has become part of every musician's
experience with Handel's masterwork. A "must" for
every library.
401042 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.90
Hallelujah ChorusG. F. Handel/arr. Hal Hopson.
Don't miss this opportunity to sing the magnificent
Handel classic! In the key of C, Hal Hopson's
setting is every bit as effective as it is practical
for today's choirs. Comfortable choral ranges,
optional congregation parts, and a wide variety of
instrumental combinations, including handbells,
with organ accompaniment, make this a very
versatile and accessible edition. Include everyone
in your celebrations at Easter and Christmas.
8037830 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.30
8037848 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . .29.95
Hallelujah!G.F. Handel/Quincy Jones/Higgins.
One of the most well-known, beloved masterworks
of all time has now been given a new sound! Jazz/
Pop mogul Quincy Jones has recast this great
work of George F. Handel into "Handel's Messiah:
A Soulful Celebration." This single, Hallelujah, is a
rousing gospel number with great harmonies, hand
claps and a spiritual lift that will get everybody on
their feet!
1842749 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.95
1842764 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . .15.00
The Hands that First Held Mary's ChildDan
Forrest. An incredible text tells the extraordinary
story of a Child, whose journey begins in Bethlehem,
with the weathered hands of a carpenter holding
his newborn son. "The hands that first held Mary's
child were hard from working wood. From boards
they sawed and planed and filed and splinters they
withstood. This day they gripped no tool of steel,
they drove no iron nail, but cradled from the head
to heel our Lord, newborn and frail."
10281684 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
10281687 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
10366938 TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
10281685 Instrumental Parts Cello SATB . .2.95
10281686 Orchestration SATB . . . . . . . . .40.00
10281688 Orchestration SSA . . . . . . . . . .40.00
10366939 Orchestration TBB . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Hark! The Herald Angels Singarr. Cathy
Moklebust. This very flexible arrangement of the
beloved carol may be played by bells alone, or
together with any or all of the optional forces. A
handbell peal accompanied by bell tones in the
trumpets is featured in the introduction to this
sparkling arrangement. Stanza 1 is fully scored, with
the choir in four parts. Stanza 2 begins with men's
voices accompanied by low brass, with the upper
treble handbells playing a lightly thumb-damped,
rhythmic countermelody. The women's voices and
high brass then take the lead, accompanied by
malleted bass bells. After a brief interlude, stanza
3 features a descant in the soprano voices and
bells. A short, optional ending is provided following
the final stanza. Since all the additional parts are
optional, this arrangement is a versatile addition to
the handbell Christmas repertoire.
10524643 3/7 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.95
10524599 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.95
10524662 Instrumental Parts Reproducible,
Brass Quintet & opt. Timpani . .15.95
10524646 Keyboard/Full Score . . . . . . . . . .6.95
10524648 Instrumental Parts Full Score . .15.95
Hark! The Herald Angels Singarr. Dan
Forrest. Your centerpiece Christmas setting has
arrived! This new Dan Forrest arrangement of Hark!
The Herald Angels Sing has everything you need.
It is arranged for SATB voices and piano 4-hands
(or organ), optional handbells, optional brass
quintet with percussion (or brass ensemble), or
even optional orchestration. Customize this highly
flexible arrangement to fit your program's needs or
desires. There's even a full PA/CD available. This
music will truly create an awe-inspiring experience
during the most wonderful time of the year!
10513797 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
10513798 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24.95
10526735 Brass & Percussion . . . . . . . . .40.00
10526736 Brass Quintet & Percussion . . .30.00
10526738 Handbell 3/6 Octaves. . . . . . . . .4.50
10526739 Organ Accompaniment. . . . . . . .5.95
10514502 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80.00
He Is BornMatthew Armstrong. An original
from Matthew Armstrong that features stirring
text and a tender piano accompaniment. Add a
compassionate violin obbligato and you have an
anthem that is both worshipful and meaningful. "He
is born to raise each child of earth, born to set the
captive free, born, a mighty King of humble birth, A
Savior, born for me!"
10514341 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.95
He Is Born!arr. Dan Forrest. The sound
of Christmas shimmers and sparkles in this
arrangement of the familiar carol. SATB choir, piano
4-hand, and optional flute, oboe and percussion
join together in a jubilant song that conveys the
message of Christmas joy. A perfect choice for
worship, concerts and festivals alike!
10281668 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
10281669 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . .20.00
l Here Among UsMarty Haugen. This is a simple
Christmas carol. It may be sung by children's choir
(in unison, if desired) as well as adult ensembles.
There are two parts provided for handbells: one with
a greater presence of the bells; one for a simpler
and quieter presentation. Other instruments
included are recorder, piano, guitar and strings.
10609670 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.90
Here on a Silent NightDon Besig. An exquisite
melody reaches out to the night sky in this
striking Christmas tableau. Like a tone poem, this
refined anthem has unison writing for clarity and
strategically placed four-part writing for richness
and texture. The delicate nature of this original text
is heart-warming, and the appearance of Silent
Night is truly a magical moment.
10516627 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.90
A Highland CarolMichael W. Smith, Charles
Wesley & Christopher Wordsworth/arr. Fettke
& Grassi. For the first time, Tom Fettke has
given a voice to Michael W. Smith's regal Celtic
carol from Smith's Christmas album, It's a
Wonderful Christmas. While originally written as
an instrumental piece, Tom has enhanced it with
classic Christmas texts, woven together from
Charles Wesley and Christopher Wordsworth.
Perform it either with keyboard or full orchestration
for a moving, celebrative experience during the
Christmas season!
10305321 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
10305322 Accompaniment CD . . . . . . . . .29.95
10305323 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69.95
10305324 Orchestration CD-ROM. . . . . . .69.95
Holy Night, Silent NightRuth Elaine Schram.
Perhaps the world's two most beloved carols, Silent
Night and O Holy Night, are masterfully combined
in this powerful arrangement. The two classics
shimmer with holiday charm, while the addition
of rich harmonies and an optional string orchestra
create a strong sense of wonder and awe. Fitting
for worship services and seasonal concerts, this
heartwarming choral captures the true essence
and beauty of the spirit of Christmas!
10067704 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
10067705 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
10067708 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
10067710 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26.95
10067711 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26.95
4 Hope Is BornLee Dengler. A delicate piano
pattern cascades down to touch a lovely opening
theme. Written in an enriching range for voices, the
warmth of this text is perfectly set. "Hope is born
this silent, holy night." Don't miss Hope is Born!
10594910 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.90
How Far Is It to Bethlehem?arr. Molly Ijames.
The tender questions of childlike wonder embrace
the events of that miraculous night in Bethlehem.
Written for two-part voices, this touching carol
can be sung by women's ensembles as well as
children's choir. A quiet and captivating moment
for Christmas.
10520119 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.05
10280448 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
How Great Our Joy!arr. Craig Courtney.
Give your choir and congregation the privilege of
experiencing this traditional German carol as never
before! Craig Courtney's setting for SATB choir, piano
and optional string quartet gently redefines "joy" as it
inspires everyone to a new level of worship!
10312008 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
10312009 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
10312010 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
10312011 Instrumental Parts
2 Violins, Viola & Cello . . . . . . .12.50
Huron CarolMark Burrows. This haunting carol
has now been beautifully set for mixed voices. The
Huron Carol text stirs new imagery in the mind of
both singers and listeners, bringing the Christmas
story to life in a new way. Both accompaniment
and vocal parts are simple to put together, and
the flute highlights the carol's Canadian Native
American character.
10356800 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
l I Heard the BellsJay Rouse. Jay Rouse gives
the timeless Henry Longfellow text a breath of fresh
air in this splendid yuletide anthem. Including a
charming original melody and a rich optional full
orchestration or chamber orchestration for 10
instruments by Ed Hogan, this lyric setting is a
universal prayer for peace. Don't miss this great
opportunity for ministry.
10601399 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.05
10601400 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26.95
10601401 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . .39.95
10601402 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59.95
I Heard the Bells on Christmas Dayarr. Mac
Huff. From their 2011 album Peace on Earth, this
original song by Casting Crowns offers a fresh
perspective on the familiar Longfellow lyric, with a
fusion of contemporary and classical sounds that
will provide a joyful, inspirational moment in your
Christmas worship service or concert.
10310243 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
10310244 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.95
10310245 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
10310246 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26.99
10364352 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
10310247E Instrumental Parts ePrint . . . . .25.00
I Saw Three Shipsarr. Jerry Estes. The vibrant
Celtic feel of this exhilarating arrangement of the
familiar English carol is absolutely infectious!
Handclaps, percussion (high drum and low drum),
and violin add to the merriment, and the series
of ascending key changes fuel the excitement to
its strong, rhythmic conclusion. It will be equally
effective programmed anywhere on your holiday
concert, and would be especially nice as an
opening number.
10512934 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
10512935 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27.95
I Saw Three Shipsarr. Lloyd Larson. I Saw Three
Ships and The Sussex Carol are artfully combined in
this lively, dance-like arrangement for Christmas
performance. A strong Celtic flavor resounds
throughout and is reinforced by the charming and
flexible optional instrumental accompaniment.
A true Celtic Christmas celebration!
10067713 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
10067715 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
10067716 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
10067717 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26.95
10067718 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . .29.95
H I Wish You ChristmasJohn Rutter. "I wish you
starlight, on fields of snow, The winter's morning
light and evening's glow, I wish you candles that
shine from every tree, So all the world can see the
light that there could be. I wish you Christmas, a
merry Christmas, A merry Christmas to remember
all the year." This stirring anthem will remind
Christians all over the world that Christmas is a
state of mind and heart we need to keep present
all year long.
10065954 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.90
10065957 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Tidings of great
Joy
