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Lillenas Publishing Co.

This joyful and accessible 22-minute Christmas musical was created especially for unison and two-part choirs. The musical combines traditional carols with gospel favorites and powerful new songs that are easy to learn. Five songs are included: Christmas Carol Medley; The Angels Sang Glory; Soon and Very Soon; Dawn of Everlasting Life and Jesus, O What a Wonderful Child. Deliver the good news with joy and simplicity.

The Angels Sang Glory

Unison/Two-Part Choral Score

Part of the Excel Plus series, this 35-minute Christmas musical honors that very first holy night when love came down in the form of a baby in a manger. Arranger Marty Parks utilizes a variety of styles, voicings, and original material, all while maintaining accessibility. An engaging narration allows your choir and congregation to take part in this incredible story.

Love Came Down at Christmas

SATB Choral Score

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Jubilate Music Group

The world was lost in darkness, awaiting a Messiah. Then, a dawn of new hope as the world had never seen, born in a modest stable. Come to Bethlehem and experience anew the magnificent Christmas story through words and music. From tender to triumphant, this cantata brings a fresh touch to beloved carols while introducing beautiful new songs that stir the heart and soul. It is truly an amazing and unforgettable celebration.

Hope Has Dawned, Noel

Lorenz Corporation

Ballads can tell the meaningful stories of our faith through music. The timeless story of Christmas is alive once more in this stunning cantata that dramatically moves from a recollection of ancient prophecies through the quiet manger scene to its joyous conclusion. Available for SATB or SAB choirs, with rehearsal aids and accompaniment options ranging from piano only to a thrilling full orchestration by Michael Lawrence to recorded tracks. This season, let this folk-like energy bring the birth of Christ to you and your listeners. "O sing a ballad of Bethlehem. I want to hear it once more. I love that story so often told to generations before."

The Ballad of Bethlehem

This edition provides a fresh perspective on Handel's time-honored oratorio. Designed to be compatible with the well-regarded Schirmer/Spicker edition, it includes notational and editorial error corrections, a fine keyboard accompaniment, and extensive endnotes that offer comprehensive and practical information for seasoned conductors. Other features include the addition of text sources, breath marks, measure numbers, timings, rehearsal and performance suggestions, and much more.

Messiah

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Brookfield Press

A versatile and unique offering for the holidays, this one-of-a-kind carol compilation was designed to bring your congregation or community to the forefront in Christmas worship. Perform the carols individually in a carol sing-along or Service of Lessons and Carols, or perform the whole work as a 40-minute cantata with the provided litanies and scripture readings. The myriad accompaniment options will be welcomed by a wide range of groups. Songs: Joy to the World; Away in a Manger; O Come, All Ye Faithful; God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen; O Little Town of Bethlehem; The First Noel and Silent Night.

Carols

SATB Vocal Score & Congregation

Hope Publishing Company

In this collaboration between two of the most popular sacred music arrangers in the country, Mary McDonald's exuberant, dynamic style blends seamlessly with Joel Raney's rhythmic and beautifully emotional music to provide your musicians with a unique Christmas event that is sure to become the highlight of the season. The work comprises four stand-alone suites. Each movement includes original music combined with favorite carols, creating a perfect blend of familiar and new. The writing is accessible for most groups yet contains enough richness to provide any choir with a fulfilling choral experience. The optional two-person narration knits the suites into a thrilling and complete retelling of the Christmas story. 45 minutes.

Sing Christmas

This gospel-flavored musical reflects on the promise of peace delivered by the angels on the night of Jesus's birth. An original composition, Love Is Born, is used as musical bookends: its theme is briefly stated in the second movement and returns in full-blown gospel style at the end to provide an emotion-filled climax. In between, the Christmas story is told through scriptural narration and familiar carols set in a variety of styles ranging from jazz to gospel to calypso. Accompaniment can be provided by piano, full orchestra, or a smaller set of rhythm parts, arranged by Ed Hogan. Performance time approx. 35 min. Contents: 1. Love Is Born 2. Lift Up Your Eyes 3. King of Love and Light 4. Love Came Down at Christmas 5. Away in a Manger 6. Christmas Joy (Go, Tell It on the Mountain; Rise Up, Shepherd; Angels We Have Heard on High) 7. Love Is Born (reprise).

Love

SATB

The glory of Christmas comes to life in this inspiring musical by Lloyd Larson. Through a blend of familiar carols and original songs, choirs and congregations alike will experience the beauty of the incarnation story as if they’re experiencing it for the first time. This versatile work may be presented in multiple segments over the Sundays of Advent or as a single presentation; it will be equally effective with piano accompaniment or the full orchestra option. The script for two narrators is scripturally based and seamlessly weaves in and out of the music to provide an inspiring worship experience. Opportunities for the congregation to sing familiar carols as well as the availability of both SATB and SAB editions ensure that this resource is suitable for choirs large or small. 50 minutes.

The Glory of Christmas

Mary McDonald shares the Christmas story through a variety of styles. Centered around popular carols, the ten movements include: Overture; Christmas, Sing Noel; O Come, Emmanuel; This Joyful Christmas Day; The Midnight Clear; The Snow Lay on the Ground; O Holy Night; Noel; Go Tell the News! and Christmas, Sing Noel (Reprise). Various part learning and accompaniment aids are also available. 40 minutes.

Festival of Christmas

Every Christmas, we celebrate the birth of the Christ Child. In this cantata, the story of Christmas is told through familiar carols, inspired original melodies, and thoughtful narration. Enhanced with an optional orchestration by Ed Hogan, the work is available for SATB and SAB choirs and may also be accompanied by piano only. Audio tracks and other rehearsal aids are available in both physical and digital editions. This year, may we all take a few moments to reflect on the reason we celebrate, for this is great news! c. 35 minutes.

This Is Christmas

"A thrill of hope, the weary world rejoices!" Nothing captures the awe and wonder of Christmas better than that single phrase from John Dwight's O Holy Night, and it serves as the cornerstone of this Christmas musical. It looks at the birth of Christ from four distinct vantage points: celebrating the hope he brought; the love he showed; the peace he promised; and the joy of Emmanuel, God with us forevermore! Contents: Long Ago, Prophets Knew; Sing We Now of Christmas; The First Noel; Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus; Love Came Down at Christmas; Angels, from the Realms of Glory; Love Divine, All Loves Excelling; Away in a Manger; The Gift of Love; Silent Night, Holy Night; Let There Be Peace on Earth; O Holy Night; Rejoice; Mary Had a Baby; Angels, We Have Heard on High; Hark! The Herald Angels Sing; Joy to the World and Good Christian Friends, Rejoice. 30 minutes.

A Thrill of Hope

Shawnee Press

Take the journey to Christmas with this inviting cantata filled with music of hope and promise. The prophecy and acclamation of Christ's birth are wonderfully conveyed through new music and fresh arrangements of treasured carols alongside scripture-based narration. Filled with vivid musical contrasts, this work is designed to be approachable by choirs of any size. Stunning orchestrations give directors instrumental options, and a full line of support materials help encourage learning and successful presentations. Songs: A Flourish of Carols; Advent Lament; Credo in Candlelight; Comfort, Hope and Joy; A Joyful, Jubilant Song; A Palace in Bethlehem; Angels We Have Heard on High, Gloria!; Child of Promise; Let There Be Joy.

Journey to Joy

This gospel-flavored musical reflects on the promise of peace delivered by the angels on the night of Jesus' birth. The iconic ballad Let There Be Peace on Earth is used as musical bookends: its theme is briefly stated in the second movement and then returns in full-blown gospel style at the end to provide an emotion-filled climax. In between, the Christmas story is told through scriptural narration and six beloved carols set in a variety of styles ranging from jazz to gospel to calypso. Accompaniment can be provided by piano, full orchestra, or a smaller set of rhythm parts arranged by Ed Hogan. Titles include: A Prayer for Peace; Let Us Adore Him; Bring Us Heavenly Peace; Once in Royal David's City; Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella; Carry Me to Bethlehem; Still, Still, Still; Let There Be Peace on Earth and Let Us Adore Him (Reprise). 35 minutes.

Peace

The title reminds us of the reality that, in Christ, the old is gone and the new has come. Through the birth of this tiny baby, the promise of eternal life is now given to anyone who will receive God’s message of salvation through faith. Using a blend of familiar lyrics and melodies coupled with compelling original material, this cantata celebrates the timeless story in a unique and memorable way. Orchestrated by Ed Hogan, there are numerous accompaniment options from piano-only to live instruments to a recorded track. Well supported and beautifully crafted, this 30-minute offering is a perfect option for choirs of any size that wish to start, or restart, a Christmas cantata tradition.

A New and Glorious Morn!

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"We gather to tell the story of Emmanuel, God with us! We gather to remember this story, to wait, and watch for Him to come again - even now. Come, Lord Jesus!" The overriding theme of this inspiring Christmas work by Lloyd Larson is joy. It celebrates the promise that joy comes to those who wait; that following the long dark night, the breaking of dawn brings joy for the new day. The music incorporates original melodies with familiar carols in a work that ranges from contemplative to celebratory. It can be performed effectively with piano and choir alone or with Ed Hogan's impactful orchestration. Kylee Larson’s scripturally based narrative may incorporate two narrators, and SATB and SAB editions ensure that choirs large and small can enjoy this moving cantata. 40 minutes.

Sing Joy to All the World!

Instrumental Parts Set of Parts Only

From the shimmering opening chords to the climactic finish, this Christmas cantata carries singers and listeners through a journey of the celebration of the Light of the World. Filled with beloved carols and exciting songs, this work captures the many moods of Christmas with a fresh voice. The narration explores God's light contrasted with the world's darkness and how the holy light of Jesus will never be quenched. The lighting of five symbolic candles during the cantata along with an optional congregational candlelight moment is thrilling. Joyful throughout, it's the sort of cantata that will be remembered for years to come. 35 minutes.

O Holy Light

From the collaborative efforts of Lloyd Larson, Mary McDonald, Jay Rouse, and Larry Shackley, Everlasting Light showcases the profound significance of the light of Christ come to earth. An insightful narration by Rose Aspinall incorporates scripture and personal reflection to tie together the compelling combination of powerful original music and beloved carols. The work concludes with a robust medley of carols that points back to the opening song. "He is the Light, Everlasting Light; born a Savior, born this night. He is the One, the Everlasting Son; Child of heaven, He is the Light!" Songs include: Everlasting Light; He Is the Light (Underscore); Longing for the Light; My Soul Proclaims; Bethlehem, O Bethlehem; Shepherds and Angels; This Child of Light; This Is Christ the King and Everlasting Light (Finale). 45 minutes.

Everlasting Light

Inspired by Celtic music traditions and time-honored carols, this Christmas cantata flows from prophecy to Epiphany, wrapping it in jubilant and approachable music. Supported by narration, dazzling orchestrations and a complete line of support products, this work will be a warm holiday welcome to your community of faith. Songs include: A Christmas Invitation; A Festival Gathering of Carols; Upon the Wind, There Comes a Song; From the Prophet Comes a Promise; A Song of Joy; The Silent Stars Go By; Comfort and Joy; Look to the Silver Sky; Sing of a Merry Christmas and Glad Tidings of Great Joy.

Tidings of Joy

This cantata is a colorful tapestry of carols, original seasonal songs, scripture, and poetry. The work can be offered as a music-only presentation or in combination with the text provided. The music visits treasured traditional melodies and reimagines them for Advent before surrendering to the joy of the incarnation. Festive orchestrations add sparkle to this inspiring gesture of joy and hope. Well-crafted vocal writing and exciting piano underscoring make the cantata perfectly at home in non-instrumental settings. Celebrate the sacred season with this joyous service of music and the spoken word.

The Poetry of Promise

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