Christmas Anthems for the Church Choir

This artful rendition of a lesser-known 19th-century carol presenting the angelic visitation to Mary is especially appropriate for lessons and carols programs. Creative harmonic motion is accompanied by a

A captivating original melody is paired with the familiar Christmas poem What Child Is This?, creating a fresh setting of a beloved text. Reminiscent of a lullaby, the engaging tune draws listeners

A simple plea that this Christmas season will bring peace, hope, and joy, this setting employs the ancient refrain "Dona nobis pacem" after each stanza to link the present with the past. The tune is based

This arrangement of DIVINUM MYSTERIUM begins mysteriously, with six handbells punctuating each phrase as if in procession and then expanding with shimmering organ. The choral texture varies by stanza, and

Based on the traditional Irish hymn Suantrai na Maighdine, this beautiful lullaby from Mary to Jesus features a haunting modal melody, choir and organ, vocal solo and optional C or B-flat

Hinted in the title, this hymn text looks at the Nativity through the lens of people's longing to gather for fellowship and community. The pentatonic melody begins in the bass and moves almost antiphonally

Envisioning the promise of Christmas as a time when "all sounds of hatred cease," this lovely original opens with optional solo voice or unison choir before opening to an SATB texture. It is ideal for

This delightful Christmas anthem is inspired by Longfellow's text and celebrates the joy of singing and ringing to proclaim "peace on earth, goodwill to all." Choral echoes are used to "repeat the sound,"

This gospel original tells us of Moses and Mary: "If you have faith and believe, open your heart and receive, hope of the world: Emmanuel." Sensitive choral writing makes this a joy to teach and sing. It is

This joyous Christmas anthem is based upon the carol tune BRING A TORCH paired with wonderful new lyrics. After two verses, the hymn tune HYFRYDOL enters to provide contrast and a key change before the

Incorporating the traditional West Indian spiritual The Virgin Mary Had a Baby Boy with the traditional French carol GLORIA, this lively Christmas calypso moves along with a fun percussion part

In a fresh and flexible take on a traditional carol melody, this setting offers options for a shorter introduction, inclusion of an a cappella third verse, and the choice of text. With a returning motive

This dazzling medley of traditional Christmas carols is a wonder of creative arranging, with an orchestration that radiates energy and brilliance! It is perfect for Christmas concerts and celebrations.

This well-known text by B.R. Hanby has been adapted for the church choir. Featuring a beautiful original melody, this selection is perfect for Christmas services. Allow the thoughtful text, the lyrical

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

Your choir will enjoy singing this tender carol arrangement. With the traditional text by Phillips Brooks as the anthem's foundation, the music employs a warm original melody, richly voiced harmonies, and