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A familiar text from Lessons and Carols services in a brand new setting. Unexpected tonality shifts and waves of building tempos lead to a final climax of "Deo gracias!" A quintessential Advent addition to

Perfect for the Advent season and beautifully enhanced by handbells, this anthem incorporates the well-known carols Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence and Angels from the Realms of Glory

Straightforward rhythms, dissonances, and close harmonies depict the clear and radiant divine essence of this a cappella meditation on the angel Gabriel's greeting to Mary. A poetic translation is included,

A tender setting with a gentle instrumental motif that unifies the steady growth between stanzas. Alternate lyrics for stanzas 2 and 3 provide an opportunity for an even richer moment of reflection. Parts

This carol first appeared in the 1901 Cowley Carol Book, a collection of 15th-century tunes compiled by G.R. Woodward. The aeolian tonality gives the melody an ancient quality, while the surrounding variety

Featuring an accompanying bluegrass ensemble, this energetic setting of the traditional text is one movement from a larger work, Angel Band, which features tunes and texts of the Appalachian

The essence of Christmas is dramatically captured in the setting of this contemporary Christmas offering. Walk with Mary as she prepares for the birth of her son, alone and afraid. Experience the miracle of

This contemporary setting is a musical reimagining of the 19th-century hymn of the same title. The music with the words creates a strong sense of urgency using lilting rhythms and a suspended harmonic

This joyful setting of text by Alfred Tennyson is particularly appropriate at the beginning of a new calendar year or during other times of renewal or new beginnings. This anthem is easily learned; the

The traditional Latin text of this hymn for Christmas Vespers is set in wondrously crafted work for divisi chorus with tenor soloist, accompanied by solo violin and cello. Shimmering with beauty and

The first of several suites of Christmas carols, Suite 1 contains O Come, All Ye Faithful; Silent Night; Go Tell It on the Mountain and The First Noel. Suitable

The second in this series of carol suites, Suite 2 contains I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day; Carol of the Bells (instrumental); Kling, Glocken, Kling and Ding, Dong, Merrily on

African American poet Countee Cullen is the text source for this musical work which captures a flavor that respects the difficulties of the African American heritage. The title is used as a litany response

A fresh and inspiring piano accompaniment fills this dynamic arrangement of the traditional Catalonian carol. The verses are expressed in unison and simple textures, and the sections of full harmony are

This exhilarating festival setting of HYFRYDOL will quickly become a favorite opening for your Advent or Christmas worship! Rhythmic accents, brilliant scoring, motivic development, optional congregational

This great Advent anthem from Pepper Choplin is inspiring and very appropriate for the season. The classical feel of the piece is supported by the excellent orchestration. The piece also includes O

Recently celebrating its 50th year in print, this breathtaking choral essay is simply one of the finest choices for Advent or general services with a text based on Revelations 22. Conceived for a

Extracted from Kim Andre Arnesen's "Magnificat," this luscious setting opens with a hauntingly gorgeous soprano solo. Undulating choral rhythms and sublime a cappella moments make this a piece not to be

A new English a cappella setting ideal for Evensong or a special concert for your experienced singers. With echoes of the English cathedral, the uplifting warmth of the Magnificat contrasts with the

This exciting mixed-meter piece is excerpted from Kim Andre Arnesen's "Magnificat." The composer has the voices in unison, two parts and four parts throughout. This variety keeps the excitement going. While

One of the most popular texts to sing during the Christmas season, this compelling single-movement work breaks from the traditional liturgical text and surprises us with the English statement "For unto Us"

The 16th-century carol Personent Hodie has never sounded so thrilling! With an original text of peace and hope along with brilliant harmonic colors and rhythmic motifs, this six-minute

This is a new, original song, but it carries the sound of a favorite spiritual with both gospel and jazz influences. The form contains repeated phrases which make the piece easy to learn, and gives a unique