Advent Music for Choir

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

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

This two-in-one octavo provides service music for the Advent and Christmas seasons. The "Festive Introit" (Angels, We Have Heard on High) has a mixed-meter feel. The "Benediction" incorporates text

An original Advent text is paired with the hymn tune HYFRYDOL, while strains of The First Noel can be heard in the introduction. The piece eventually gives way to The First Noel

Originally featured in the Christmas musical When We Needed a King, this intense and energetic setting of the familiar Latin hymn features the traditional words and melody with modern elements and

Don't let the simple, lullaby-like nature of the musical setting fool you. The richness of this Christmastime text gives this beautiful and prayerful anthem a worthy place in your choral library. The anthem

This creative pairing of two beloved English carols, The Holly and the Ivy and Sans Day Carol, begins with gently rocking expositions of each tune before building to a robust partnering of

This popular hymn is useful for many occasions during the church year including Epiphany, Transfiguration, discipleship, and Advent. This setting of three verses has piano accompaniment with optional B-flat

This rustic approach to the early American tunes WARRENTON and NETTLETON will raise the joy level in your sanctuary! A bluegrass opening moves to a contrasting traditional middle section, then returns to

There is a theatrical flair to this original anthem for Advent or Christmas. The sounds of angels are on the wind and draw near throughout this good-natured offering. Uncluttered vocals are filled with

Children are an integral part of this arrangement that begins with haunting open fifths and grows into an exclamatory finish. Interludes make this piece perfect for a processional or a moment to showcase

A dream team of writers celebrate "God with us" in this seasonal offering. Owing much stylistically to traditional carols, the piece is almost classical in its festive nature. A shout of proclamation, the

This anthem incorporates the tune NOEL NOUVELET with a thoughtful Advent text. The result is a sensational SAB anthem for the busy season of Advent. As the piece ends in a repetition of the text "Prepare ye

Infectious and jazzy, with a dash of handbells thrown in for good measure, this original piece will bring enjoyment to all who hear it! A verse of O Come, O Come, Emmanuel is blended in the middle

A joyous setting for choir and piano four-hands, full of the excitement and anticipation of the Lord's coming. Perfect for Advent services or school concerts.

This great Advent anthem from Pepper Choplin is inspiring and very appropriate for the season. The classical feel of the piece is supported by the excellent orchestration. The piece also includes O

Recently celebrating its 50th year in print, this breathtaking choral essay is simply one of the finest choices for Advent or general services with a text based on Revelations 22. Conceived for a

Pepper Choplin pairs lovely harmonic colors and accessible vocals with a gentle and mystical text in this original anthem. The flowing piano part and quote from O Come, O Come, Emmanuel add to the

This Lloyd Larson arrangement takes a fresh look at this great spiritual. Scored for piano, hand drum and acoustic bass, this arrangement includes text not often associated with the spiritual and makes it

A tender and compassionate lullaby to the newborn King who was born to be our "God with us." Culled from Laura Story's Christmas CD, this stunning arrangement by Heather Sorenson is both accessible and

An awe-inspiring Christmas moment for choir, this song is written in an expressive conversational style that perfectly connects message with music. A strong hook reminds the listener of the miracle evening