Advent Music for Choir

Opening with an optional duet, this piece presents a song of pure longing for Emmanuel's arrival. It builds slowly and steadily, then tapers to a hushed conclusion. Pairing the gorgeous KINGSFOLD tune with

"We are longing for the Light." Appropriate for Advent or a Service of Lessons and Carols, this very effective piece is based on a Russian folk song, with brief references to VENI EMMANUEL. Accompanied by

The prophetic Word becomes song in this warm Advent selection that includes long flowing phrases and a graceful modulation that ultimately leads to the quiet close. The extended interlude in the middle has

This poignant 19th-century text tells of God's redemptive work, beginning with Advent and Christmas and finishing with Easter. The setting is crafted with swelling choral cadences and supported by a

The excitement of Christmas is palpable throughout this setting. Driven by a dynamic piano accompaniment and accessible choral writing, this piece is fun to rehearse and edifying to offer in worship or

This tender, dream-like anthem for mixed voices brings listeners to that little town of Bethlehem. Exquisite choral writing is supported by the expressive piano accompaniment. The piece builds organically

An absolutely lovely setting of the beloved carol for Advent and Christmas. It flows delicately from duple to triple meter, features beautiful choral writing throughout, and includes an opportunity for a

The pairing of Wesley's well-known text with a sensitive new melody is a warm invitation to Advent. Equally hopeful and pensive, the beautiful writing captures the reality of the season: waiting in quiet

This festive setting of REGENT SQUARE is filled with joy, an exciting piece for Christmas Eve worship or a Christmas program. The extended introduction allows for a Christmas processional, and the whole

Experience the enduring depth of the Magnificat, here set to a beautiful Scottish air, Farewell to Fiunary. Homophonic choral writing effortlessly accompanies the lilting melody, creating a

An ethereal reverence pervades this accessible and interesting musical setting of the ancient prayer that expresses our yearning for the long-awaited Messiah. The VENI EMMANUEL tune is heard occasionally in

A delightful invitation to Advent, this setting of BENSANCON is especially appropriate for the third (Gaudete) Sunday. The music, from the four-part choral writing to the accompaniment for keyboard or

This historic text is paired with bright new music that alternates 6/8 and 3/4 meters. It includes an optional trumpet part that announces "Prepare the way!" An alternate text, Hosanna in excelsis,

This gospel original tells us of Moses and Mary: "If you have faith and believe, open your heart and receive, hope of the world: Emmanuel." Sensitive choral writing makes this a joy to teach and sing. It is

The traditional Advent text is lovingly paired with Bach's chorale, Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring. Bach's genius transforms the tunes, and the displaced metric stresses seem quite natural. True to

Designed to support the lighting of the Advent candles, this includes a choral opening followed by a call-and-response litany with piano underscore, then a text to be read with each candle lighting. As it

A familiar and deeply moving Advent text is matched to an original and lyrical melody that reflects our yearning for the Messiah's arrival. With a flowing and sensitive piano accompaniment, this is a

The idiomatic choral writing of this joyous Christmas spiritual features tight vocal harmonies and limited ranges as well as opportunities for several soloists. Your listeners will be blessed as the choir

Explore the Advent themes of hope, peace, joy, and love as promised by the prophecies of the coming Savior. The choral writing features many canonical moments as well as beautifully crafted homophonic

Arranged for choir, organ, and brass quintet, this triumphant setting of ST. THEODULPH will thrill your congregation. Organ interludes, a cappella sections, optional congregational singing, and a descant

This selection includes the optional German text of the popular 15th-century carol. Beautifully and inventively arranged for voices and piano, this Advent and/or Christmas classic is sure to please. The

Intended for Advent, this setting uses the traditional text set to the early American hymn tune MORNING SONG. Easily prepared by your choir, the final verse features an optional soprano descant. This is an