SATB Sacred Christmas Choral Music

Sara Teasdale's poem contrasts the familiar stories of shepherds and magi with the priorities of a sleepy newborn. The poet gathers pilgrims from the north, south, east, and heaven above; they converge on

A triptych of pieces for harp (or piano) and SATB divsi chorus using texts by poet Christine Schenk. Her version of the "O Antiphons" provides a means of contemporary reflection on those ancient texts. The

The G. Schirmer edition of the beloved chorus from Messiah is an important part of every choral library.

This haunting melody of the Basque carol seems to capture the mystery and wonder of the traditional Christmas story. The carol was collected in the nineteenth century and views that story from a uniquely

In a festive a cappella arrangement, this 13th-century medieval carol is sung in Latin with a variety of harmonic textures and an easy flowing mixed meter. It's an ideal programming choice for Christmas

Broadway arranger and conductor David Chase brings his broad musical talents to this exciting and wonderfully creative arrangement of the traditional French carol, written for Judith Clurman's Essential

Your singers will shine in this carefully crafted contemporary a cappella arrangement. Arranged to work with piano accompaniment or as an a cappella selection, this fresh take on the traditional carol

Part of the legacy of the Shaw–Parker Christmas carols, this a cappella arrangement of the traditional French carol is a sonorous and rich choral offering for mixed ensembles in worship and concert

Here's the classic carol in an arrangement that's anything but! Set in a contemporary a cappella style, the unique syncopation and vocal percussion add to that upbeat, joyful feeling in a way that your

Written in swing style with choral writing that is both intelligent and musical, the big-band flavor adds a classy element to the swing sound - and this charm will bring a smile to both performers and

This thrilling carol arrangement begins with a hush and builds in momentum, invoking images of the angel hosts gathering into a multitude to announce Jesus' birth. With just a few

Now Available for SAB. This 13th-century carol has been arranged in a contemporary style that retains some of its ancient roots. With intertwining voices and interesting two-against-three rhythms, it has a

Henry John Gauntlett's familiar carol text gets a fresh contemporary a cappella setting from Latvian composer Jekabsone. Led by alto and baritone soloists throughout, the choir uses background vocables to

This a cappella setting is a joyful and energetic treatment of the traditional 19th-century Austrian carol. Unique and island-flavored, this Christmas piece will be a wonderful addition to your concert.

Straightforward rhythms, dissonances, and close harmonies depict the clear and radiant divine essence of this a cappella meditation on the angel Gabriel's greeting to Mary. A poetic translation is included,

The sweet sounds of this familiar Christmas carol are wrapped in softly cascading background harmonies and tied with a bow. This nostalgic and warm arrangement, with subtle jazz harmonies and contemporary a

Lovely harmonies surround this traditional Christmas lullaby in this gentle and lyrical arrangement from former King's Singer Philip Lawson. Alternating between accompanied and a cappella textures and with

An original work, this homophonic setting offers a new perspective on the beloved carol's text. Options for violin obbligato and solo, quartet, or small ensemble singing are included.

A thoughtful text marvels at the wonder of the Christmas story, while gorgeous, lyrical choral lines express the emotion and lyrics in a tender piece for mixed choirs with limited divisi. A flowing and

A traditional Basque carol from the 13th century, also referred to as Gabriel's Message. Explore this textured arrangement of the poetic text and lilting choral lines, which works especially well