Sacred Christmas Choral Music

Lush harmonies and vivid imagery create a absolutely gorgeous a cappella setting of Margaret Deland's text which depicts the Christmas story from the point of view of the shepherds calmly sleeping and being

A simple prayer of a servant, this a cappella work masterfully captures Mary's response to the angel Gabriel. "Behold, I am the servant of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your will." A

Creatively combining the traditional English carol text with a 17th-century text by Thomas Pestel, this lovely original Christmas work evokes a calm sense of the mystery and wonder of the Nativity. The

Based on a traditional English carol, this original a cappella piece for mixed divisi chorus is a great way to open a Christmas concert or service. The close harmonies and imitative textures give the work

This familiar Longfellow poem which is often thought of as a Christmas text is set as a resounding prayer for world peace with piano and optional handbells. The composer uses her own alternative text in

This beautiful arrangement of the Gustav Holst Christmas hymn has been arranged here for mixed choir with oboe and is appropriate for both concert and worship settings.

This arrangement of a familiar Christmas classic begins with a chant-like opening. The carol emerges in a strong statement from the treble voices; the tenor-bass voices enter soon thereafter to add

This is one of a series of three carols, each capturing the big-band swing sound. The choral writing is both intelligent and musical, with nicely placed syncopations that create a real bounce. The big-band

An original chant-like tune is used for the opening section, singing the Latin text "Veni, veni, Rex Gentium." Then the cello takes that melody as the choir sings the VENI EMMANUEL tune with English text.

This interpretation of the wonderful French carol is even more exciting than the original! Unexpected harmonies, call-and-response vocals, and the fabulous accompaniment build this setting to new heights.

Another fresh take on a classic Christmas carol from the fabulous a cappella group Voctave! From their album Snow, this arrangement features harmonic twists and turns, contemporary harmonies, some

From Voctave's album The Spirit of the Season, this Christmas favorite shimmers with contemporary a cappella harmonies. Lush and beautiful divisi textures that work for more advanced choirs or a cappella

Fresh contemporary harmonies with a smooth jazz influence surround this traditional carol in a shimmering setting that embraces the tender and serene feel of the season. A flowing piano accompaniment is

Voctave's arranger Jamey Ray has created a hauntingly beautiful setting of this traditional Christmas hymn in an arrangement that is accessible to any choir. The piano motive and chromatic accompaniment

From the opening driving piano accompaniment and throughout the rhythmically charged vocal lines, this arrangement of the timeless Veni, Veni Emmanuel tune is perfect for the burgeoning tenor-bass

This Celtic-style arrangement of the beloved French carol is delightfully fresh and fun, with a driving piano accompaniment and an optional Celtic fiddle. Strong and accessible choral writing with limited

A rhythmic ostinato on "Veni, veni" and optional percussion (triangle, tambourine and drum) infuse the traditional Advent carol with such unrelenting energy, the effect on the listener is mesmerizing!

This rhythmically charged arrangement of the well-known French carol opens and closes with new melodic material which is also used as a bridge between sections. The familiar tune receives a fresh treatment

An energetic piano accompaniment provides the foundation for this captivating take on the Huron Carol. The haunting middle section can be performed with piano doubling or a cappella to clearly set

The traditional We Three Kings of Orient Are is cast in a moderate swing style that will be a jazzy showpiece for tenor-bass choirs. The piano part sets the mood and the vocals remain in

A favorite Holst carol, In the Bleak Midwinter, is paired with a gentle original tune in this easy-to-learn partner song. The graceful piano and optional flute accompaniment lend subtle movement

Originally arranged for SATB divisi voices in the well-known a cappella version, this classic carol was then revised for SATB voices with an added harp or piano accompaniment and then again in an accessible

Designed for treble singers of any age, this sophisticated lyrical setting of the traditional Latin Christmas text is simply gorgeous. A haunting melody floats over an arpeggiated piano or harp

Excerpted from Forrest's Christmas Joy, this creative arrangement of the beloved Christmas carol combines the music and text to bring a fresh feel to the Handel classic. Use of the optional brass