Christmas Anthems for the Church Choir

This Appalachian folk song proclaims the birth of Jesus. The beauty of the song is placed in an accessible setting with descant and C or B-flat instrument. The music supports the events leading back to the

The vivid vocal tapestry in this arrangement features soaring melodic lines, rich harmonies, and imaginative text painting. The fluid, supportive piano accompaniment paired with the optional oboe part

Excerpted from Raney's top-selling cantata, Sing with the Angels!, this tender song combines All Night, All Day with another sweet folk melody, All Through the Night, to create a

Intertwining two Polish carols, this familiar text is treated with a new perspective. A simple flute obligato provides an appealing countermelody throughout, giving the congregation an additional color to

A creative pairing of two beloved seasonal tunes, THE HOLLY AND THE IVY and SANS DAY CAROL, this is appropriate for Christmas Eve or Christmastide. Lively and graceful, the music dances to an original text

An Appalachian carol based on a fragment collected by John Jacob Niles, this Christmas folk song has become a true classic, and this arrangement reflects sensitivity to the work's origins. The choral

This medley of two cherished carols from the cantata A New and Glorious Morn opens with an optional narration over a quiet underscore. The choir begins singing O Holy Night simply, and

The traditional English carol receives a fresh arrangement with contemporary harmonies and a gently syncopated piano line. It's a beautiful choice for both Christmas concerts and services for choirs of all

Susan Bentall Boersma's nativity text, full of imagery, beautifully depicts the simplicity of the manger scene: "Into the stillness of a stable Jesus came."  The music begins softly, progressing to a

This straightforward arrangement of the familiar carol weaves voices, piano, and optional flute to form an elegant setting of the tune CRADLE SONG. C-instrument part is included in the octavo.

This arrangement of a favorite West Indies carol will showcase your lowest voices. Perform with shaker, claves, and congas to enhance the rhythmic energy of the bright Caribbean song.

This arrangement alternates between Spanish and English verses, incorporating intuitive phrasing, appropriate tessitura, sensitive part-writing, and an optional flute obbligato.

Jolly and jaunty, rhythmic and fun, this energetic Celtic setting of the traditional English carol is sure to be a holiday favorite for your choir. Accessible ranges and a supportive accompaniment make this

This exciting new arrangement of a holiday favorite has a contemporary jazz feel fueled by the shifting meters throughout. The lively and fun piano accompaniment can be enhanced with the optional triangle,

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

Sometimes the simplest words, melody, and harmonies come together to make magic. This Christmas Eve anthem is a lullaby, yet also a proclamation of Christ's coming - the music somehow both reverent and

A simple song that ponders the future of the babe in the manger, surrounded by shepherds and angels on the holy night. Easily learned harmonies are interspersed among generous unison passages in this quiet

Suitable for both church and school choirs, this setting of the traditional English carol is absolutely exquisite and extremely well crafted. Each verse has slight variations, and the use of optional

This haunting version of this modern Christmas song will become a favorite with its moving parts and beautiful harmonies. The piano accompaniment compliments the choral piece with a combination of light

The traditional Austrian carol is set in a charming, accessible arrangement. Stanza two features a solo voice along with the choir, and the gentle piano accompaniment provides additional texture throughout.

Using the tune CRADLE SONG, this anthem is written with the feel of a graceful Austrian Landler and is both accessible and versatile. The range works well for both adult and adolescent voices. This familiar

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

Two well-known hymn tunes for the carol Away in a Manger, CRADLE SONG and MUELLER, are creatively and effectively brought together in this compact arrangement. Almost a partner song, an original