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This carol can be used either within a Christmas service or as a stand-alone Christmas centerpiece. The text portrays a work of contrast and variety, conveying a full palette of colors- majestic and

This joyful setting of text by Alfred Tennyson is particularly appropriate at the beginning of a new calendar year or during other times of renewal or new beginnings. This anthem is easily learned; the

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 short reflection of the mystery of God's presemce among us dwells on one phrase, "Emmanuel, God with us."  The composer notes, "Take your time, be in no hurry, breathe evenly and

A 15th-century text inspired this a cappella setting reminiscent of medieval tonality and rhythm. The dynamics are restrained overall, but contrast is important in each verse.  Frequent time signature

The vibrant melody of this carol glides above harmonies that are almost entirely diatonic - but whose originality and frequent passing dissonances mean that predictability is never a danger. From Carols

This a cappella setting of the traditional carol opens with a spotlight on the tenor section with background choir "oohs." The second stanza is more homophonic, and in the third, the carol is sung

This straightforward and effective arrangement of the well-known English carol speaks directly to the listener. From Carols for Choirs 6.

The original 15th century English text has been slightly shortened and adapted to provide the basis for this simple, atmospheric carol. The Virgin Mary sings the Infant Jesus to sleep, conveying the love

This medieval German carol centers around the beloved imagery of the "flowering rose, both ordinary and miraculous." In this a cappella setting, sopranos sing the opening stanza accompanied by the remaining

Upper and lower voices are divided into two distinct choral worlds. The sopranos and altos narrate Wordsworth's majestic text, while tenors and basses take on the role of minstrels playing "their Christmas

This beloved text finds a fresh new presentation in this modern a cappella carol setting. Using effective textural changes and syncopation, it has the feel of a contemporary worship song with the structure

"O light born of light." This traditional Latin text shimmers in a stunning a cappella setting with thoughtful voice leading and cluster harmonies. Accessible enough for concert or service use, it will make

This wondrously beautiful and inviting music embodies the magic and wonder of the Nativity. Based on ancient chant, the modern a cappella harmonies move and explore sonorities that bring colorful dimension

Bridging ancient and modern, this arrangement of an historic English Christmas carol re-invigorates it with a highly expressive contemporary harmonic palette. The choral texture is a cappella with quite a

With effective use of mixed meters that alternate in feel between the English and Latin texts, this piece incorporates a wide range of dynamic expression and a divisi texture that adds warmth.

This thoughtful a cappella setting of the traditional text flows between swells of emotion and warm chromatic inflections in the Latin refrains. A soprano solo is present through much of the setting, and

This fresh take on a familiar 15th-century Christmas text artfully utilizes dotted rhythms in 6/8 meter to create a lilting feel, and the memorable melody for the carol text passes through each of the voice

This set of three charming Latin Christmas carol arrangements includes Personent Hodie; Quem Pastores Laudavere and Qui Creavit Coelum. For more advanced ensembles.

Setting original words by the artist Marc Bratcher, this tender and evocative carol for unaccompanied SATB choir is suitable for performance at Christmas or Epiphany. The work opens with a gently flowing