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"Unto thee, O Lord, do I lift up my soul." The hymn for the first Sunday of Advent, Psalm 24 (25) soars in this setting for double choir. Sustained vocal lines, chain suspensions, and antiphonal writing

Two separate original musical settings of the same text for Advent evoke the late medieval era when the lyrics were written by using pedal points, drones, and modal harmonies. The first, more florid SATB

This short choral setting of the 15th-century text using a mixture of languages is scored for SATB a cappella choir with minimal divisi in the soprano and bass sections and is of easy to medium difficulty.

A familiar text from Lessons and Carols services in a brand new setting. Unexpected tonality shifts and waves of building tempos lead to a final climax of "Deo gracias!" A quintessential Advent addition to

Inspired by the seven O Antiphons traditionally sung immediately preceding Christmas. L'Estrange begins with a refrain that floats over a drone in the lower voices. As the anthem progresses, tight harmonies

As similar as the O Antiphons are in terms of their form, the feelings they evoke can be just as different: anticipation, yearning, restlessness, quiet expectancy, confidence, or excitement in the days just

A chant-like sensibility pervades this challenging meditation on the nuances of waiting for the Holy Child's coming. Unison lines interwoven with divisi parts require vocal control and discipline, but the

Stan Pethel and Herb Frombach explore the sense of preparation and anticipation that is at the core of Advent in this wonderful anthem. "Stem of Jesse, budding rose, Come to us and nevermore depart. Plant

Perfect for the Advent season and beautifully enhanced by handbells, this anthem incorporates the well-known carols Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence and Angels from the Realms of Glory

An ideal introit for Advent services, this short and effective offering is written with a medieval feel. The minor key infuses the tune with the mystery and longing of the Advent message. The optional

Howard Helvey’s setting of Charles Coffin’s Christmas poem possesses a lyrical spirit and a warm, quiet beauty. A wonderfully introspective anthem or introit for the Christmas season.

This Marian antiphon is traditionally sung after night prayer from the beginning of Advent through February 1. Robert Benson has beautifully arranged this ancient chant for SATB choir, piano and cello. In a

This 13th-century traditional Basque carol is paired with the Annunciation text found in Luke 1:26-38. The choral texture varies by verse, with sectional contrast and women's divisi highlighting the

The haunting melody and unique color of this Basque carol usher in the Advent season with Gabriel's visit to Mary. Written for SAB voices, there is part independence and close harmony singing in a minor

This carol (in Latin) is based on a 14th century Irish melody that is quite tuneful. A translation is included and this work makes a great addition to any carol service.

A beautiful and stirring text by Jeannette M. Lindholm that presents a poignant scene of what the day of Annunciation may have been like for Mary. The piece is in three movements with the middle movement

Framed by a setting of the Ave Maria in Latin, this rich setting of a poem by Vincent Stucky Stratton Coles - which incorporates the opening of the Magnificat-is a musical gem that will enhance both the end

This wonderful text has accessible settings by David Ashley White for either two-part or SATB choir with an optional C instrument. Different textures are used throughout, and many sections are a cappella.

Created for the choir of the American Church in Paris. The ancient Latin text is sung as a refrain by the choir: "Ave Maria, dulcissima Maria, vera spes et vita!" The soprano soloist intersperses an

Parts of the well-known Latin text of the Ave Maria are masterfully worked into this passage from Luke. Set for SATB choir, organ, and flute, this piece will bring joy. Thoughtful and engaging.