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Hal Leonard Corporation

Robert Frost's celebrated 1922 poem shines in a setting for developing choirs that is lush and peaceful with sublime word painting throughout. The works' descending melodies are evocative of falling snow and are a perfect way to teach the harmonic minor mode. Truly, a piece that is well crafted to be both accessible and artistic for young singers. A wonderful winter feature!

Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening

Three-Part Mixed Octavo

Simple and welcoming, Glow was premiered by the World of Color Honor Choir at Disney's California Adventure Park. The Honor Choir, made up of over 700 singers from across America, were selected to be part of the night-time spectacular Winter Dreams show.

Glow

SATB Octavo

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Excelcia Music Publishing, LLC

"Winter comes with the ice and snow, winter comes for to lay them low." With a haunting central melody, this original cumulative song captures both the beauty and danger of winter from the perspective of the animals in the forest. Upbeat and syncopated with a minor-key setting, it's easily learned with plenty of unison lines and well-placed harmonies, ideal for choirs from elementary through middle and high school.

A Winter Warning

SAB Octavo

Santa Barbara Music Publishing

This very accessible piece pairs a beautifully written vocal and piano score with the Langston Hughes poem that warns us to "Hold fast to dreams... for when dreams go, life is a barren field frozen with snow." With multiple voicings, it can work well for any choir from middle school or older and is a perfect choice for graduations or any event when you want to inspire.

Hold Fast to Dreams

J M Starr Music

With lyrics from a poem by Margaret Widdemer, this selection is about finding peace and beauty in the juxtaposition of empty tree branches against a backdrop of clear blue skies. With vocal writing that is accessible yet mature, this winter feature is the perfect choice for middle school choirs.

Winter Branches

Pavane Publishing

This tranquil original work celebrates the metamorphosis from fall into winter. A perennial favorite selection for fall concerts, the text and tune capture the turning of the leaves in song.

Autumn Gives Her Hand to Winter

Shawnee Press

This piece is filled with lovely melodies and beautiful harmonic moments supported by the piano accompaniment. Suitable for both fall and winter concerts, the expressive text tells of the change from summer to fall to winter in a contemporary fashion. Very nice!

Listen to the Winter Wind

Reproducible

www.jillandmichaelgallina.com

This infectious easy to learn winter song lends itself perfectly to creative dramatization, costumes, and choreography! Be sure to watch the charming video for some engaging ideas!
 
The Complete Choral Kit has been specifically designed to easily facilitate traditional choral rehearsals and instruction. Each CCK is available for immediate download and comes with: a non-transferable license that provides the purchaser with mechanical, synchronization, and streaming rights; a reproducible PDF of the octavo to make copies for each member of your choir; a reproducible PDF of lyrics to distribute to all singers; a reproducible PDF of Director notes with links to videos highlighting choreography suggestions; a demonstration performance MP3, part-dominant MP3s to aid students in practicing and learning their parts, an accompaniment track MP3 for performances.
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Winter's in the Air

Two-Part Choral Kit Reproducible Complete Choral Kit

Heritage Music Press

Opening with "Keep your lamps trimmed and burning!" as a dramatic rubato statement, this incredibly creative arrangement then kicks into a driving, rhythmically intense feel that never lets up!  A most welcome addition to the choral repertoire!

Like the Falling Snow

A memorable rhythmic melody sets Christina Rossetti's well-known text in this exciting concert work that will find a natural home at fall or winter concerts. Offering many teaching opportunities, middle or high school choirs can practice agility, precision, and diction as well as longer legato phrases that are all well supported by the piano accompaniment. A fine choice for singing with drama and character!

Who Has Seen the Wind?

Fleet Foxes' hit single from 2008 and the popularity of the Pentatonix 2014 a cappella cover have turned this winter-themed song into a must-perform piece for every choir. Presented here in an accessible version with a supportive accompaniment that doesn't get in the way, choirs can enjoy this catchy tune complete with the well-known body percussion that everyone wants to perform.

White Winter Hymnal

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Alfred Music Publishing

A musical tribute to the aurora borealis, this original work flickers and flashes with colorful imagery. Carefully crafted for beginning harmony singers, it opens with independent parts that come together in a glowing chorus like lights swirling in the winter sky. An optional descant at the end adds even more sparkle. Easily learned and effectively performed, it is a great choice for December or winter concerts.

Northern Lights

Two-Part Octavo

"There will be rest, and sure stars shining over the rooftops crowned with snow, a reign of rest, serene forgetting, the music of stillness holy and low." This masterful setting of Sara Teasdale's picturesque poem sparkles with wonderful musical imagery! Soaring melodic lines, an artfully crafted accompaniment, contrasting dynamics, and warm, colorful harmonies create a magical effect. This is an extraordinary choice for performances all year!

Stars I Shall Find

Oxford University Press

Sara Teasdale's poem There Will Be Rest frames this stunning piece for mixed divisi choirs. Soaring choral phrases conjure up images of "stars shining, rooftops covered with snow, crystal peace ... finding the music of stillness." Following a serene opening, the piece rises and falls through affecting climaxes as well as passages of great tranquility, ending with the same sense of stillness with which it begins.

The Music of Stillness

SATB Octavo divisi

Walton Music

Comparing the constellation Orion to the strength that we can find in times of trial, poet and composer Faith Zimmer's text empowers singers to find their inner worth. The choral setting for treble choir shimmers with elegant harmonies and singable melodic lines that capture the wonder, mystery, and ultimate triumph of the human spirit. An exceptional choice for winter or general programming.

Orion

SSAA Octavo

Beginning like a Christmas madrigal in Pentatonix's signature style, the singers reflect back on happy memories of holidays gone by. The optional instrumental parts add style and support to this beautiful ballad.

Once Upon a December

SATB Octavo opt. A Cappella

Majestic scenes from Ola Gjeilo's native Norway inspired Charles Silvestri's text for this contemporary tone poem. The words and music are fused in a poignant, lyrical way to convey the intense beauty of the landscape. An excellent winter feature or festival choice for mature choirs.

Tundra

Here's a highly entertaining musical depiction of what happens when Old Man Winter comes knocking at the door, complete with onstage coughing, sneezing, and optional choreography!

Cold Snap

A surprise hit from the Disney animated film "Frozen," this tender song depicts the relationship between the two sisters, Anna and Elsa. Its emotional impact has resonated deeply with audiences and propelled it on a steady climb up the charts. This is a wintertime favorite that your choirs will love to perform!

Do You Want to Build a Snowman?

Hinshaw Music, Inc.

Sara Teasdale's lyric poem looks to the stars for serenity and promise, and this handsome setting is superbly crafted by noted composer Frank Ticheli. Tasteful harmonic suspensions and rich choral textures bring this work to life with a delicate beauty that perfectly expresses the spirit of the poem. A superior choice for concert appearances with more capable choirs.

There Will Be Rest

SATB Octavo divisi, or SSAATTBB

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