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A refreshing setting of a medieval Christmas carol, Christopher Maxim continues his series of motets for the worship service and concert. Sprightly "alleluias" begin and end each verse, with the Latin text

A thoughtful work, Advent combines a text by poet Pamela Cranston with the Lutheran chorale "Nun komm der Heiden Heiland" and original music by Jon Simsic. Advanced choirs will find this piece a

This sophisticated motet is reminiscent of the Renaissance, with its elegant polyphony and imaginative changes of texture. Based on the 11th century Marian antiphon for Advent, Samuel Backman has also

Cooman's lovely Marian motet is sung in Latin (a cappella) and has varied textures based on the text. Homophony, imitative writing, and divisi all contribute to underlining the text, appropriate for Marian

This carol (in Latin) is based on a 14th century Irish melody that is quite tuneful. A translation is included and this work makes a great addition to any carol service.

The refrain of “Hodie” begins this anthem and punctuates each verse changing the meter from 4/4 to 6/8 and giving a joyful, upbeat and dance-like spirit.

Based on an evocative James Agee poem, this is a lovely carol for advanced choirs. Diorio creates an atmosphere of mystery with close harmony and weaves a flowing melody throughout. The predominance of flat

This beautiful setting of a Christine Rossetti poem is well crafted and interesting. Written for organ and SATB voices, this is appropriate for Advent 3 or any service honoring the Mother Mary. 

Colorful and thoughtful alternation of voices intertwined with contrasting four-part harmony and SA or TB sections brings new life to this well-known Christmas text.

Another delightful carol from the pen of Christopher Maxim, this one features a 14th century text with a multi-metered rhythm. A central section in the minor mode provides contrast and each verse concludes

One of the most idiomatic settings of the evening canticles in recent years, Josh Bullock has absorbed the English style and added a few “American” touches to the work. Some texts are in unison

This Advent carol is both simple and imaginative. Each verse has different voicings with a richly textured final verse, which includes a part for congregation or unison choir. Highly desirable for carol

Offering an uncomplicated and joy-filled anthem for Advent, Christmas or Epiphany, this three-verse carol with text from the prolific hymn-writer Laurentius Laurenti is based on simple harmonies between the