Christmas Anthems for the Church Choir

Beginning with hushed reverence, this accessible anthem soon crescendos to a joyful celebration! The sweeping melody in 6/8 meter creates a lilting and driving energy that carries the words and music to

Text and tune combine to create a gentle, innocent anthem that tells the Christmas story in a simple manner. While optional, a children's choir used for the verses will underscore the childlike and lilting

This lovely partner song introduces a charming new text and tune which seamlessly pairs with the classic O Little Town of Bethlehem. The alto part first harmonizes wtih the soprano and then the

In this time-honored calypso classic, the text has been given an infusion of new words by Tom Fettke resulting in a captivating, toe-tapping new take on The Virgin Mary Had a Baby Boy. Easily

Based on Away in a Manger (CRADLE SONG), this flexibly voiced anthem resonates with the truth that Christ exchanged heaven's glories for a lowly manger, a message with particular resonance for

Based on the tune CRADLE SONG, this wordless piece (the choir hums over lush accompaniment) was written as underscoring for a reading of the Nativity story (Luke 2:1, 3-14). In the tradition of incidental

A simple but lovely original melody fits the Rosetti text beautifully, making this a sure winner for your upcoming Christmas season. Adult or youth choirs will find this an effective anthem for the season,

The familiar and cherished Away in a Manger text is set to a lovely new melody that flows gently, creating an intimate lullaby feel. The simple voicing with piano and optional flute obbligato add

Perfect for that reflective, quiet moment on your holiday concert, a haunting original minor melody showcases Katherine Parker's well-known "winds through the olive trees" text which seamlessly leads into

Based on the Austrian carol Still, Still, Still, this anthem is a sweet, gentle, and easy-to-learn lullaby for the Christ Child. Multiple voicings are available, any of which may be sung in unison,

Perfect for that reflective, quiet moment on your holiday concert, a haunting original minor melody showcases Katherine Parker's well-known "winds through the olive trees" text which seamlessly leads into

Reflecting on the cycle of the seasons in nature, the message is a resounding confirmation that one thing definitely grows at Christmastime, and that is love. People are kinder, more charitable, and think

This ethereal Advent anthem based on the familiar 13th century plainsong Divinum Mysterium is easily learned. Two-part writing predominates the SATB texture underscored by a lightly flowing piano

This beautiful arrangement partners Silent Night with an original melody, lending a delightful ambiance to this beloved classic. The flowing piano and cello accompaniments enhance the lyrical

Even your youngest singers can enjoy Carol of the Bells with this sparkling arrangement for treble, tenor-bass or mixed voices with piano accompaniment. The unison version includes optional

The anticipation of the Lamb of God's crucifixion is woven throughout this tender ballad of devotion. The music is simple yet poignant, well crafted and thoughtful. This cradle to cross text is useful year

Lightfoot's expressive and poignant setting of the traditional Latin text, "on earth, peace," is graced by sweeping melody lines, a contrasting middle section in minor mode, and a pensive, thoughtful

Here's as easy introduction to part singing for young voices. It's the familiar tune O Waly, Waly, also known as The Water Is Wide, set to original lyrics: "A tiny child was born this

A popular choice year after year, this simple song is a partner song with Silent Night. Accompanied by both piano and organ, it is so easy to prepare and fits so well with the traditional