Choral Music

Christmas & Holiday

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Oxford University Press

With newly composed text from Wendat poet Andree Levesque Sioui, this reimagined arrangement of the Huron Carol is retitled to honor its origins and invites us to learn from the past while working to shape a more cohesive future. There are extensive notes about the history and texts of the carol included in the octavo, and the arrangement gives the option to sing an English text. It is a beautiful choice for Christmas concerts or services.

Iesous ahatonnia'

SATB Octavo

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BriLee Music Publishing

Joyful and exuberant, this lively selection combines English and Swahili phrases to encompass the seven principles of Kwanzaa – principles that everyone can follow to become more compassionate and to make the world a better place. Add the optional percussion and electric bass to further enhance the rhythmic energy of this piece that celebrates love, community, and African and African American culture.

Kwanzaa Song

Three-Part Treble Octavo w/ opt. Bass & Percussion

Editors Choice Year

Alfred Music Publishing

Add some multicultural flair to your holiday concert with this lively arrangement of the Puerto Rican carol. The playful "la la" section and syncopated verses are extra fun with the addition of hand claps and percussion. You can even make a conga line!

A la Media Noche

Three-Part Mixed Octavo

Lawson-Gould

Andre Thomas is a master at the spiritual form, and his skill is clearly evident in this gem! Easy to sing tonally, but with divisi voices, the layers of sound and the constant rhythmic patterns add vitality and intensity and are sure to make this the highlight of your Christmas program! Add the optional congas and tambourine for that authentic effect. Don't miss the exciting new men's arrangement!

African Noel

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

The Happy Choir

This gentle piece with a Spanish text reminds us to care for what's most precious to us in the same way as we would care for the baby Jesus. Expressive and tender, it is a lovely and unique addition to your holiday program.

Pastores

Walton Music

With the option to sing either the English or the Polish text, this delicate and festive arrangement of the traditional Polish carol is useful in a variety of concert settings or services. It features both the upper and lower voices in separate verses before they join together in full harmony. The memorable melody is accompanied by a march feeling that accompanies the Magi on their famous journey.

Wise Men of the World

Hope Publishing Company

Ideal for many uses throughout the year, this energetic original composition proclaims a message of justice and peace. Bringing voices together to stand in umoja (unity), it can be used to celebrate Kwanzaa or as a concert or service selection for any occasion. A piano part is included, but it can also be sung a cappella with the included percussion part.

Umoja Tunaimba

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Choristers Guild

Bring the spirit of celebration to life with this arrangement of a traditional South African carol that can be sung for Christmas or at any time of year. With its infectious rhythms, rich harmonies, and dynamic call-and-response sections, it is accessibly arranged so that any choir can enjoy it. It also includes notated parts for optional percussion and clapping patterns as well as with a pronunciation guide and translation for the brief isiZulu text.
 
This title includes a downloadable Rehearsal Resource Page, created by Sing! editor Victor C. Johnson, featuring a range chart, solfege chart, vocabulary, preparation exercises, and extension activities for use in choral rehearsals.

Sizalelwe Indodana

Small Voices Publishing

"Eneza upendo uendako, umoja ni upendo" translates to "Spread love everywhere you go, unity is love." This piece celebrates the hopeful sentiments of unity and love through both Swahili and English lyrics that can be used throughout the year or to celebrate the Kwanzaa principle of Umoja (unity). Djembe and soft metal percussion add flair, and singers can also get in on the fun with some light body percussion.

Eneza Upendo

SSAB Octavo or SSA, opt. Baritone

Hal Leonard Corporation

A traditional Spanish villancico from the Galician region, this sweet song tells the story of the nativity. The refrain incorporates a repetitive series of syllables, "tu-ri-u-ri-u," giving it a flute-like quality, and the text alternates between Spanish and English.

Rapacino de Mi Vida

This vibrant, rhythmic original song is a universal celebration of hope and unity, featuring a memorable Swahili chorus that proclaims, "We are together, we walk in faith." It echoes the principles of Kwanzaa and can be sung as a statement of togetherness at any time of year. Enrich the performance with exciting optional world music percussion parts for djembe, shakers, wood block, and cowbell.

Together We Rise!

Bright and joyful, this Christmas song comes from the Yoruba-speaking region of Nigeria. Perfect for choirs of all ages and sizes, this a cappella treatment features rich stacked harmonies, optional solos, and lively percussion parts characteristic of traditional Yoruba music.

Keresimesi Odun de O

SAB Octavo w/ Percussion

A very popular Christmas song from Venezuela, this Spanish-language selection is fun to sing for all voice parts. Lively and syncopated, the vocals are accented by optional wood block and drum parts which are included in the octavo, along with a translation and a pronunciation guide.

El Burrito Sabanero

This a cappella arrangement of the Nigerian Christmas carol opens with a captivating chant before breaking into a joyous, rhythmic celebration. This well-written adaptation allows even developing groups to sing a beloved staple of choral repertoire. Pronunciation guide, translation, and optional percussion parts are included.

Betelehemu

Carl Fischer LLC

This Mexican folk song is instantly recognizable with its gentle Latin rhythms and peaceful tenderness. Fluid vocal lines sing over a nice piano accompaniment reminiscent of a Spanish guitar. Sing this in Spanish or English for a lovely sacred moment or multicultural feature in your December concert!

A la Nanita Nana

Heritage Music Press

Now choirs at all levels can enjoy this festive holiday setting with optional tambourine, hand claps and Spanish text. This is an excellent way to experience the well-known Spanish carol, either accompanied or a cappella! Outstanding!

Riu, Riu, Chiu

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Boosey & Hawkes, Inc

Alternating between 6/8 and 2/4, this quiet, flowing arrangement of the Italian carol is a popular choice for unison voices in concert programs and contests and festivals alike.

Dormi, Dormi

Unison Octavo

Perfect for the holidays or any time of year, this setting of the Spanish Renaissance carol invites choirs to explore vibrant rhythms and intricate harmonies. Playful melodies are complemented by rich vocal textures, making this festive, dance-like selection ideal for choirs looking for a setting that is not only musically satisfying, but fun!

Riu Riu Chiu

Earthsongs

In its juxtaposition of a European chant melody and a song from South Africa, this work is a deeply moving celebration of diversity. Combine your choral forces from children to adults on this choral tapestry that centers on Of the Father's Love Begotten and Thula Sizwe (Nation, Do Not Cry) for an unforgettable musical offering in your December concert.

Hope for Resolution

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