Choral Music

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Beckenhorst Press

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 instrumental colors (violin, percussion, piano four-hands) and some simple divisi, the work builds to a joyous invitation to "come and worship." Use this captivating service introit or concert opener throughout the Christmas season.

Angels from the Realms of Glory

SATB Octavo

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Santa Barbara Music Publishing

This festival setting of the traditional carol is a stunner! The opening and closing sections are set in mixed meter, bringing a fresh quality to the familiar. A contrasting middle section offers a tranquil and mysterious harmonic tone before returning to the original feel that culminates in an exuberant ending.

Hark!

Copyright Year

Carl Fischer LLC

A beautiful way to prepare for the season, this medieval carol is arranged with lyrical lines that bring both freshness and familiarity. The piano accompaniment provides exciting movement with driving rhythms that complement the chantlike choral lines.

O Come, O Come, Emmanuel

SAB Octavo

Traditional Latin phrases are interspersed with lines of English text in this rhythmic and exciting sacred work for more advanced tenor-bass choirs in high school and beyond. Layered vocal writing with closer modern harmonies is punctuated with a driving piano accompaniment that heightens the syncopated rhythms and mixed-meter setting. Sing it at Christmas or throughout the year.

Hodie

TTBB Octavo

BriLee Music Publishing

The beloved Austrian carol is cleverly arranged to break up the melody between the two voice parts to keep the ranges small for changing and developing voices. Some interesting harmonic shifts and descant-like features for the tenors bring a freshness and lyrical quality to this setting. A supportive piano accompaniment and English lyrics throughout bring even more accessibility.

Still, Still, Still

TB Octavo

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MorningStar Music Publishers

This rhythmic and energetic setting of the Advent classic expresses longing and the promise of Christmas. The music captures the excitement of the text. Your choir will enjoy singing this unusual and effective treatment of the plainsong melody.

SSAATTBB Octavo

This rhythmically charged arrangement of the well-known French carol opens and closes with new melodic material which is also used as a bridge between sections. The familiar tune receives a fresh treatment with a bit of syncopation in this fun-to-sing and accessible selection.

Sing We Now of Christmas

Pavane Publishing

The 16th-century carol Personent Hodie has never sounded so thrilling! With an original text of peace and hope along with brilliant harmonic colors and rhythmic motifs, this six-minute single-movement work is an exciting addition to the Christmas repertoire. It can be performed with piano accompaniment alone; however, three dynamic orchestrations for brass quintet, chamber orchestra, or full orchestra are also available for rental.

Gloria, Hodie!

With a driving accompaniment for two capable pianists, this powerful arrangement of the traditional English carol is a perfect choice to begin or end a Christmas concert or service. It's also great for festival or massed choirs, with optional children's choir or soloist. Available accompaniment options include brass quintet, percussion and handbell parts.

I Saw Three Ships

Heritage Music Press

In a laid-back, smooth jazz style, this creative pairing of two carols, Silent Night and O Holy Night, will be a highlight of your winter concerts. The gentle vocal jazz harmonies and the opportunity to feature a soloist will be appreciated by your singers, and the optional bass and drum kit accompaniment will transform your performance venue into a cozy jazz club to usher in all of the nostalgic feelings of the holidays.

Silent, Holy, Jazzy Night

Hal Leonard Corporation

A cappella throughout, with divisi and some challenging harmonic sections, this concert arrangement of the traditional carol God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen will be a strong addition to any holiday concert program.

Comfort and Joy

SATBB Octavo

A rhythmic ostinato on "Veni, veni" and optional percussion (triangle, tambourine and drum) infuse the traditional Advent carol with such unrelenting energy, the effect on the listener is mesmerizing! Detailed performance notes give fascinating historical perspective to the work. Includes an English translation of the text, which is Latin throughout. This is a unique take on the ancient carol that will be an exhilarating a cappella highlight of your holiday concert!

Veni, Veni Emmanuel

Fred Bock Music

This lovely Christmas piece introduces a beautiful yet simple melody that is surrounded by keyboard, optional handbells, and obbligato C-instrument accompaniment. Orchestration is also available. The warm melody is later joined by the familiar Silent Night to create one of the most touching of Christmas selections.

Peace, Peace

This exuberant original will make an excellent fanfare or processional for Christmas concerts or services. The call-and-response style is easy to learn and lends itself to antiphonal performance. The text utilizes just a few simple Latin phrases mixed with some English lyrics. Add flute, handbells, and percussion to impart a classic feel to this modern work!

Adeste Fideles

E.C. Schirmer Music Co.

This charming a cappella setting of the familiar carol has a bright, rhythmic ostinato pattern that moves between the sections of the choir. The Christmas story is told from the perspective of shepherds playing simple instruments - flutes and drums - the onomatopoetic sound of which gives the carol its name. "Pat-a-pan" is meant to mimic the sound of the drum, and an accompanying lyric, "tu-re-lu-re-lu," the flute.

Pat-a-Pan

G. Schirmer, Inc.

This classic Shaw–Parker arrangement of the traditional Catalan dance carol may be performed with piano or a cappella. A truly enjoyable telling of the Christmas story.

Fum, Fum, Fum

Excelcia Music Publishing, LLC

With an iconic soprano obbligato that soars above the serene harmonies, this arrangement of the favoite Christmas carol has been notably performed by the Voices of Liberty and Re'Generation (Derric Johnson's vocal orchestra). Featuring soloists on each voice part and close jazz-influenced harmonies, this arrangement captures the peaceful spirit of the season while showcasing vocal beauty and musical elegance.

Silent Night

This poignant 16th-century English carol is carefully set in an arrangement with modern harmonies and shifting tonalities. Designed to be sung a cappella or with the supportive piano part, the sweeping choral lines echo an original four-note motif that surrounds the traditional melody. Beautiful!

Coventry Carol

SATB Octavo with optional piano accompaniment

A heartfelt celebration of the miracle of Christmas, this original selection features a tender melody and evocative lyrics that tell the story of the star, the angels, and the manger. Its gentle harmonies and lyrical beauty make it a perfect choice for Christmas services or holiday concerts, offering a reflective and inspiring moment.

The Promise

Walton Music

This curious text depicts a town in southwest England with ties to the Arthurian legends, the Holy Grail, and the story of Joseph of Arimathea. Beautifully crafted, the music soars and weaves, painting the many pictures of the beautiful story.

The Glastonbury Thorn

SATB Octavo or SSATB

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