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Sacred Christmas, Spirituals & Gospel Selections
Ht Going to Bethlehem—Jay 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
H Hallelujah Chorus (from "Messiah")—George
Frideric Handel. This is the G. Schirmer edition that
has become part of every musician's experience
with Handel's masterwork.
401042 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
Hallelujah Chorus—G. F. Handel/arr. Hal
Hopson. This new practical edition' of Handel's
chorus from Messiah is unique in a number of
ways. Arranger, Hal Hopson, has lowered the key
one whole step to C, simplified the organ part, and
provided optional parts for congregation, handbells,
brass and timpani. More versatile and accessible
than ever, this is the perfect edition to include
everyone in your celebrations at Easter and/or
Christmas. New for this year we offer this accessible
classic for SAB voices.
8037830 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10669595 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
8037848 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . 29.95
Hallelujah!—G.F. Handel/Quincy Jones/Higgins.
One of the most well-known, beloved masterworks
of all time has 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
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing—arr. Dan
Forrest. Your centerpiece Christmas setting has
arrived! This Dan Forrest arrangement of Hark!
The Herald Angels Sing has everything you need.
It is arranged for SATB voices (also SSAA and
TTBB) and piano four-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 P/A
CD available. This music will truly create an awe-
inspiring experience during the most wonderful time
of the year!
10513797 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10757381 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
10757383 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
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He Is Born—arr. Joseph Joubert & Michael
McElroy. A jubilant reimagining of Il Est Ne le
Divin Enfant, a gospel celebration proclaiming the
Nativity. This uptempo French favorite will have
them dancing in the aisles. Get your holiday groove
going with this bold and energetic adaptation of a
favorite French carol.
10674584 SAT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20
10674585 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20
10682807 Instrumental Parts
Rhythm Section . . . . . . . . . . . 16.95
10689062 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
10689063 Orchestration Additional Score 7.50
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He Is Born!—arr. Ken Berg. Syncopated rhythms
in 5/4 meter bring a new sparkle to this well-
known Christmas carol. With a dancing piano
accompaniment and optional percussion parts for
claves, shaker and hand drum. Recommended for
treble choirs of all ages.
10684300 Two-Part or SA . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
H Hope for Resolution—Paul Caldwell & Sean
Ivory. In its juxtaposition of a European chant
melody and a song from South Africa, this work is
a deeply moving celebration of diversity. Combine
your choral forces from children to adults on this
choral tapestry that centers on Of the Father's Love
Begotten and Thula Sizwe (Nation, Do Not Cry) for
an unforgettable musical offering in your December
concert.
3186335 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
3295353 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
H How Great Our Joy!—arr. Craig Courtney. Give
your choir and audience the privilege of experiencing
this traditional German carol as never before! Craig
Courtney's setting for choir, piano and optional
string quartet gently redefines "joy" as it inspires
everyone to a new level of Christmas celebration!
10312008 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
10312009 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10312010 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10312011 Instrumental Parts
2 Violins, Viola & Cello . . . . . . 12.50
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Huron Carol—arr. Michael McElroy & Joseph
Joubert. Emotional, passionate and rhythmically
complex, this luscious adaptation of The Huron
Carol embraces the spirit of its Native American
roots through the passionate sounds of gospel.
Experience a night sky filled with stars in this new
and inventive version of a Canadian holiday favorite.
10674598 SAT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.50
10674599 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.50
10682808 Instrumental Parts
Rhythm Section . . . . . . . . . . . 19.95
10686567 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10686568 Orchestration Additional Score 7.50
l Huron Carol—arr. Sarah Quartel. This is a
traditional Canadian carol with a text by Saint Jean
de Brebeuf, a 17th-century French missionary
who worked primarily with the Huron. Following
an ethereal beginning with dissonant, haunting
harmonies from the piano, the carol builds to a
grand last verse with soprano descant. The vocal
writing is simple yet effective. Don't miss this fresh
setting of a favorite carol.
10738996 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.80
I Saw Three Ships—arr. John Leavitt. Opening
with vocal "droons" and whistles, this setting of
the traditional English carol breathes new life into
a beloved melody. With a rhythmic jig-like piano
accompaniment, this festive arrangement is sure
to be a favorite at your Christmas concert. Cleverly
conceived and available in multiple voicings, this
piece is equally accessible for school or worship
settings. Now available for TBB.
1832575 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
1832583 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
1832591 SB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10686541 TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
Ht In Dulci Jubilo—arr. Matthew Culloton. A
cappella choirs will enjoy this ethereal arrangement
of the traditional Christmas carol. The melody is
easily identifiable throughout, and a quiet energy
makes it an exciting setting. Available for mixed,
women's and men's voices.
10310929 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10606190 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10606183 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
H In the Bleak Midwinter—Gustav Holst/arr. Ruth
Elaine Schram. Discover the carols hidden in the
fabric of this beautiful setting of Gustav Holst's well-
known Christmas work. In addition to the allusions
to other carols, the fluid vocal parts feature virtually
every aspect of expressive choral writing. This is
an inspired work for Christmas! Now available for
men's voices!
3251196 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
10735224 TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
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Joy to the World! (Medley)—arr. Roger
Emerson. This festive medley of Christmas songs
allows younger choirs to develop a variety of
styles while building important choral performance
skills. Accessible and well crafted, this will be a
quick learn at the busiest time of the year. Songs
include: We Three Kings in a jazz waltz setting,
O Come, O Come Emmanuel in a plaintive slow
jazz arrangement, and a rockin' Joy to the World
for a rousing finish. A fantastic closer for your
holiday concert!
10688996 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10688668 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10760288 Teaching P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
The Little Drummer Boy—Katherine Davis,
Henry Onorati & Harry Simeone/arr. Joel Raney. A
choral classic has been given a fresh new setting
with a four-hand piano accompaniment (optional
two-hand accompaniment is also available). The
always-creative Joel Raney beautifully and faithfully
captures the spirit of the piece while offering some
interesting twists. Sure to be a hit in your holiday
concert or worship service.
10607591 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
4 Lo How a Rose—arr. Debra Morton. The coupling
of and interplay between the traditional setting of Lo,
How a Rose E're Blooming and an original setting of
There Is No Rose of Such Virtue provides numerous
opportunities for sensitive music making. With a
simplistic yet supportive piano accompaniment,
novice and refined treble ensembles alike are sure
to shine and grow musically. Pronunciation guide
and translation are provided. Highly recommended!
10735164 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
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Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming—Shawn
Kirchner. This is a new and fresh gospel
transformation of the ancient German Christmas
carol. The rhythm is changed to 3/4 throughout, the
melody is adorned with passing tones that create
graceful arcs, and the piano accompaniment is filled
with gospel-style rhythmic and harmonic gestures.
The saxophone accompaniment adds a jazzy feel,
and the saxophone solo in the middle takes this
arrangement to a whole new level. Extraordinary
writing - highly recommended!
10715878 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
Lo, How a Rose/The Rose—arr. Craig Hella
Johnson. This creative pairing of Amanda
McBrooms's The Rose with the Praetorius Lo,
How a Rose e'er Blooming has become a classic at
Conspirare's "Christmas at the Carillon" concerts.
Incredibly moving!
10035930 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
l Lullay, Infant Holy—Ruth Elaine Schram. A
gentle pairing of two beloved Christmas carols, the
Polish carol Infant Holy, Infant Lowly and the English
Coventry Carol. Together they create a lovely lullaby
setting for the celebration of the birth of the Christ
child. This gentle piece will set up a moment of
quiet reflection and introspection in your concert or
worship service.
10757044 Three-Part Mixed or SAB . . . . . 2.25
10757045 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
Ht Lux Aurumque—Eric Whitacre. Celebrated
composer Eric Whitacre has written this essay
on a Christmas text that weaves a rich choral
tapestry of light and the soft singing of angels for
the newborn child.
3281698 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.55
2481949 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 95.00
