Christmas Anthems for the Church Choir

This beautiful work creates a mood of wonder, mystery, and anticipation of the solitude and serenity on that first Christmas night. Lush harmonies and an original section comprising cascading vocal lines

Robert Herrick's tender Christmas text is beautifully set with an original melody of flowing lines, warm harmonic colors, and an expressive accompaniment. A contrasting middle section provides rhythmic

Perfect for that reflective, quiet moment on your holiday concert, a haunting original minor melody showcases Katherine Parker's well-known "winds through the olive trees" text which seamlessly leads into

Jay Rouse utilizes the COVENTRY CAROL tune with the familiar text of While Shepherds Watched their Flocks by Night to great success. The piano part supports creative vocal writing as the minor-key

Beethoven's ODE TO JOY tune makes for a strong telling of the value of the Christ Child to earth. The strong orchestration, accessible choral writing, and energy give this piece a unique place among

This poignant anthem reminds the listener that the revered God is central to the story of Christmas. With strong lyrics and beautiful melodies, this piece carries the story well. Pretty.

Rhapsodic, picturesque, and fresh are three words we can use to describe this lovely setting of this familiar carol. Scored for piano, cello, and choir, this piece will make a real impression on those that

A popular Christmas spiritual is adapted with tasteful choral textures, including call-and-response and interesting inner lines. Nice original music propels the transitions with shouts of "Halle,

Heather Sorenson has reimagined this beloved text, fashioning a melody with beautiful arching leaps. Scored with piano accompaniment or full orchestra, it builds slowly through a repeated chorus of "Gloria

Written in 1962 during the Cuban Missile Crisis, this meaningful classic is a plea for peace and an affectionate portrait of the spirit of Christmas. The arranger brings a sense of cinematic scope and

Christina Rossetti's treasured text appears in a fresh setting with optional flute or chamber orchestra. The expressive piano part supports a beautiful choral tapestry that opens with three-part women's

A shimmering orchestration adorns Gilbert Martin's lovely Christmas anthem. Opening with an accompaniment reference to The First Noel, this arrangement features a beautiful solo, good vocal ranges,

This anthem offers a beautiful original setting of the traditional carol text What Child Is This? Rich in musical sophistication, this piece gives your choir an opportunity to present a powerfully

From Joel Raney's best-selling cantata Have You Heard?, this beautiful setting represents the traditional Irish carol in a charming Celtic character. A lovely solo opportunity and supporting

Celebrate the birth of the "Wonderful Counselor, the Everlasting Father, the Almighty God" with this bright anthem by Pepper Choplin. This crisp, dance-like selection from The Seven Noels will

Megan H. Morgan's energetic anthem proclaims the birth of Jesus with a lilting Celtic feel. Incorporating "Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus" and the SUSSEX CAROL, this jubilant piece will be an excellent and

Jay Rouse's artistic setting of O Holy Night builds to a stunning musical climax. With an emotive piano part driving the arrangement and a soaring optional cello line, it is a standout setting of a

Join your choir and congregation in song with this spectacular setting! An excellent selection for a Christmas concert or service, it begins with an energetic call to worship followed by a stanza of

Ideal for smaller choirs or those with limited rehearsal time, this worshipful anthem from Gwyn Williams and Tracey Craig McKibben will be a fitting close for a Christmas service. The text is full of

This contemporary Christmas song is given a very traditional setting by Larry Shackley in this beautiful anthem. Scored for piano, cello, and choir, the piece ebbs and flows with a sweet gloria to the Holy

Mark Hayes brings his skills as pianist and arranger to this exciting classical-style setting of Joy to the World! He joins the Handel hymn tune with a favorite excerpt from Messiah

Mary McDonald's music and Rose Aspinall's lyrics meet to create this powerful ballad about the light of Christ that still lives within us. While the focus is Christmas, the message rings true throughout the

Here is a favorite Christmas carol sensitively arranged for SAB voices. Imaginative writing brings a freshness to this classic carol. The optional additions of handbells as well as a full orchestration adds

This dazzling menagerie of festive carols will add sparkle to your Christmas program. Arranged for success, celebrate the birth of Christ with a glorious sweep of sound and message! Songs include: Ding,