Lighthearted with simple harmonic textures and rhythmic passages, these brief arrangements of classic carols will add a delightful and nostalgic air to your Christmas celebrations. Use them as prelude music
Tony Alonso's first Christmas recording has much to offer. The selections include fresh new arrangements of many Christmas favorites plus original material by Alonso, John L. Bell, and Liam
The service of Compline derives its name from the Latin word completorium meaning "completion." It is a prayer of quietness and reflection, and is most effective following the completion of one's daily
With many opportunities for expressive singing with close harmonies, this a cappella setting of the Kirkpatrick melody is tender and intimate. Subtle rhythmic changes and a nod to jazz harmonies in the
This superb selection of Advent and Christmas favorites contains many favorite carols and songs that will help cheer your heart and home during the Christmas season. In addition to the brilliant
Straightforward arranging, accessible parts at the easy level, and flexible scoring make this a wonderful set to have on hand for the holiday season. Scored for two trumpets, French horn (or trumpet),
This well-known and frequently performed carol is scored for brass. After a unique 16-measure intro, the first time through is very close to the choral version. The second and third repetitions contain
This arrangement of the chant PUER NATUS IN BETHLEHEM begins with a solo stating the theme from which the piece builds in intensity and interest. Percussion and handbell accents are added gradually, with
This grand, stately chorale from Saint-Saens' Christmas Oratorio is arranged here for brass quartet or quintet with optional organ, and requires minimal rehearsal.
Perfect for prelude music, recital, “background” music or just for fun, these five medleys feature well known hymns and carols. 31 pages.
The Choirs of Holy Name Cathedral in Chicago include the two ensembles heard on this recording: The Cathedral Chamber Singers and the Gallery Singers, both founded in 1980.
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For seasonal worship or school concerts, this lovely setting of Blake's text focuses on the inherent clash between the corruption of the world and the innocence of youth. The choral verses progress
Starting with the lovely combination of solo flute and harp, this distinctly British-sounding arrangement of a beloved tune is developed masterfully through the juxtaposition of legato and staccato passages
From the opening measures, Dan Forrest's massive setting of this foundational carol implies that something marvelous is in store. Scored for mixed voices, brass quintet, organ, timpani and
The ultimate goal of Movement Exploration, one of the eight parts of the First Steps in Music curriculum, is to use the body to appropriately demonstrate the expressiveness of the music.
With a cheerful, buoyant pulse, this traditional English melody will be fun to perform and bring delight to the listeners. The dancelike rhythm provides a festive atmosphere to any Christmas worship or
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