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Parry presents a fresh take on this popular 15th-century macaronic carol through appealing imitation, strong rhythmic interest, mixed meter, and imaginative harmonic language, culminating in a satisfying

The glorious events of Christmas and the scene at the manger are brought to life as the bells in paradise ring together, announcing the birth of a savior on earth. With classic lines and feel in the style

With a colorful text by Brian Wren, the mystery of Christ's journey from cradle to cross is explored through shifting time signatures and lovely, intertwining vocal lines. Accompanied by keyboard (piano or

This lively, inventive setting by Benjamin Harlan of the 19th century French carol Angels We Have Heard on High features interesting choral textures, a great keyboard accompaniment, and 7/8 meter.

A radiant original setting of the familiar words, this carol displays Will Todd's characteristically emotive harmonic language, rich in poignant suspensions. The arching melodies for verse and refrain

A touching, tender song for the tiny Baby in the manger, and a perfect offering for Christmas worship.  The simplicity and beauty of the carol are captured with wonderful skill in this superb, singable

William Blake's poem provides a tender text for this lullaby to the infant Jesus. Alternating between a cappella and accompanied passages with organ, this motet-like original setting swells with the

This thought-provoking carol takes up the topical theme of the plight of refugees, drawing parallels with the stories and reception of Christ's birth. The text, by the composer, alludes to familiar lines

Voices, keyboard and cello obbligato reflectively tell the story of the Wise Men's journey to the manger in Bethlehem. Every step of the journey is felt in the music until the joyful arrival of the royal

This effervescent setting of David Warner's poetry includes both Christmas and general texts, with either piano four-hands or chamber orchestra accompaniment. The choral texture is distinguished by

In this original carol by John Rutter, a lilting 3/4 meter carries the listener gently through the familiar Christmas story, beautifully depicted in a text by the composer and expressed through artful

Commissioned by Graham Ross and the choir of Clare College, Cambridge, this is a truly beautiful Christmas anthem.  With an original text by the composer, soaring vocal lines and intricate textures,

This compelling original work features an exquisite text that is perfectly wedded to a lilting melody, all within a rich vocal texture worthy of this master composer. It's a rare gem, easy to perform and

Based on the tune CRADLE SONG, this wordless piece (the choir hums over lush accompaniment) was written as underscoring for a reading of the Nativity story (Luke 2:1, 3-14). In the tradition of incidental

Based upon a familiar 15th century text, this celebratory carol employs textural contrasts, antiphonal vocal pairings, and occasional vocal divisi to great effect. The colorful and soloistic organ part adds

This gentle arrangement of the well-known 15th-century carol features a soprano or baritone soloist and a melancholy atmosphere. From Carols for Choirs 6.

This tunefully lilting carol will prove popular with audiences and choirs alike. From Carols for Choirs 6.

This delightful setting of a popular traditional carol boasts a really nice variety of textures, rhythms, and keys as the setting builds verse by verse. The mimicking of bells in the vocals contributes to a

This bracing arrangement of the traditional carol is replete with catchy rhythms and harmonic surprises. It boasts a glittering organ part. From Carols for Choirs 6.

Depicting a journey to the Bethlehem stable where Jesus was born, this lilting original carol features both the lower and upper voices separately before joining together in glorious harmony. The third verse

A beautifully interpreted arrangement of the Appalachian folk carol, this a cappella setting written for the Tabernacle Choir provides a gentle harmonization suitable for a lullaby to the Christ child. A