Christmas Anthems for the Church Choir

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

You've never heard Carol of the Bells quite like this! Beginning with ethereal orchestra chimes, the anthem builds in excitement until the full choir and orchestra are engaged. In this boisterous

The beauty of love and peace that can be found in the wondrous mystery of Christ's birth is the focus of this text. The bright light from the star and angels shining down on the manger is

This delightful setting by Pepper Choplin recalls the encounter that the shepherds and angels had on the night Jesus was born. Lush harmonies abound in this original a cappella anthem for Christmas, which

Arnesen's beautifully expressive piece is set to a poem by the famous hymn writer Isaac Watts. Featured on the 2013 St. Olaf Christmas concert broadcast from Norway, this hymn is perfect for Christmas or

Inspired by John Rutter's Candlelight Carol, this exquisite new carol gives us a lovely melody with complementary harmony in a fresh setting. "Brightly a star shines in the night; yet brighter

This standard Christmas carol has been reimagined by Tom Trenney. Tom asks, "What are we planning to do to this poor baby when we get there? Why do we sing O come, let us adore Him with such bombast?" Tom

This joyful, sprightly carol comes from Sir David Willcocks: A Celebration in Carols. With its uplifting 7/8 time signature, memorable melody, rich and diverse textures, and delightful orchestral

"What sweeter music can we bring than a carol for to sing the birth of Christ, our heavenly King."  This tender setting of the traditional carol text has become one of John Rutter's most cherished

A "fantasia" in the truest sense, this choral tapestry of English carols was composed in 1912 after Vaughan Williams had completed the scores for his first symphony ("The Sea") and the Tallis fantasia. In

For choirs seeking a challenge, this Mack Wilberg rendition of the old English carol is a holiday event in itself! Scored for divisi choir and piano four-hands, it also features parts for handbells with