Christmas Anthems for the Church Choir

"Children arise! Lift up your eyes! Darkness will turn to light!" With energy and great anticipation, this anthem soars with joy and hope. Perfect for any time during the Christmas season, this anthem from

Opening with a layered "Alleluia" vocal fanfare, this celebrative anthem's energy never stops as it proclaims the Christmas message with joy. The creative piano accompaniment or optional chamber

Beginning with hushed reverence, this accessible anthem soon crescendos to a joyful celebration! The sweeping melody in 6/8 meter creates a lilting and driving energy that carries the words and music to

Text and tune combine to create a gentle, innocent anthem that tells the Christmas story in a simple manner. While optional, a children's choir used for the verses will underscore the childlike and lilting

The contemporary classic originally recorded by Amy Grant is paired with the beloved carol Joy to the World to great effect. Accessible and creative, use this anthem in traditional or blended

The treasured Coventry Carol serves as a charming addition to a beautiful and heartfelt original song. This gentle cradle lullaby paints a warm and inviting picture of that first Christmas night.

The text of Away in a Manger is effectively set to the Irish tune SLANE, creating a quiet and lovely arrangement for Christmas. The text for verse two, by Tom Fettke, speaks to the Child

This creative setting of In the Bleak Midwinter set to the CRANHAM tune is transparent and simple. Beginning quietly with treble voices then building to the full harmony with subtle harmonic

This lovely partner song introduces a charming new text and tune which seamlessly pairs with the classic O Little Town of Bethlehem. The alto part first harmonizes wtih the soprano and then the

From the H.W. Gray catalog comes this dynamic arrangement of a cherished carol. Rich choral harmony contrasts with simple unison and two-part voicing, bringing a varied palette of choral textures to this

The angels are definitely singing in the skies in this energetic anthem of Christmas praise! Driving rhythms contrast with a brief legato section which gives way to a snippet of the beloved carol Angels

This lush manger lullaby from the inimitable Loonis McGlohon is beautiful in its childlike simplicity. The setting enriches the warmth of the piece and will capture singers and listeners alike. Perfect for

A treasured French carol is paired with new words in this lilting anthem. With a neoclassical touch, the setting maintains its exciting praise to the child in the manger throughout. "Unto us a Son is given

In this time-honored calypso classic, the text has been given an infusion of new words by Tom Fettke resulting in a captivating, toe-tapping new take on The Virgin Mary Had a Baby Boy. Easily

The familiar and cherished Away in a Manger text is set to a lovely new melody that flows gently, creating an intimate lullaby feel. The simple voicing with piano and optional flute obbligato add

Celebrate Christmas with this rich garland of carols! From the festive opening to the thrilling conclusion, three beloved carols are woven together with simple narration. Optional congregational

Seasoned composer/arranger Hal H. Hopson has crafted this celebratory setting of the classic Angels We Have Heard On High. With organ (or piano) plus optional handbells, this anthem dances with

Appropriate for the Christmas season, Thanksgiving, or all year long, this contemporary Christian classic comes alive anew. Lloyd Larson's setting resonates with energetic praise and a crisp, inspiring

Lilting and flowing, this anthem creatively pairs the classic It Came Upon the Midnight Clear text with Gesu Bambino. The result is a stunning new combination that sounds inevitable,

With energy and joyful celebration, this arrangement puts a bright new sheen on a Christmas classic. The optional woodwind/percussion instrument enhances the well-crafted accompaniment and singable vocal

A simple statement of the beloved Dona Nobis Pacem moves seamlessly to the cherished carol The First Noel in this striking choral work for Christmas. The two melodies are woven

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

For Christmas Eve or any time when a gentle Christmas anthem is desired, this warm and inviting offering combines a new setting of the text O Little Town of Bethlehem with Infant Holy, Infant

Literally ring out the joyous news of Christmas with this exuberant offering, appropriate for Advent or Christmas. The optional handbell part is simple yet sparkling and adds to the rejoicing sound. Easily