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True choral textures set the time-honored text of this 17th-century carol with beauty and the spirit of wonder. The well-crafted homophonic choral parts are enhanced by a descant on the final verse. The

Based on Angels We Have Heard on High, this new arrangement opens with shepherds, represented in the music by tenor and baritone soli, hearing angel voices "o'er the mountains, guided by a Holy

Pull out all the stops and gather all your instrumentalists for this exhilarating arrangement. It is flexible – it may be performed with all parts listed, or incorporate just the instruments you have

Created for Ely Cathedral's Hark! The Herald concerts, this setting of the While Shepherds Watched text is joyful and celebratory. The text was the first carol admitted to Church of England hymnals

William Blake's poem provides a tender text for this lullaby to the infant Jesus. Alternating between a cappella and accompanied passages with organ, this motet-like original setting swells with the

This hymn has a memorable melody that is supported by organ or piano, guitar, and/or optional instruments. Flexibly voiced with soprano descant on the last verse and written in accessible 3/4, it is sure to

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

In this original carol by John Rutter, a lilting 3/4 meter carries the listener gently through the familiar Christmas story, beautifully depicted in a text by the composer and expressed through artful

From Peter Hilliard comes this dynamic musical offering on a text by 17th-century Welsh metaphysical poet Henry Vaughan. A simple melody is embellished throughout to underscore images from the text, and a

This festive anthem with optional brass and timpani is a burst of Christmas joy, evoking the angels singing in the sky to mark the birth of the Savior. A quiet inner section reflects on seeing the tiny

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

Conveying the dreamlike mood of the William Blake poem that begins, "Sweet dreams, sleep, sleep happy child," this anthem features jazz-inflected harmonies that gently sway beneath expressive choral

The traditional carol text is set to lively new music for SATB voices accompanied by a dance-like organ accompaniment. The vocal texture is simply scored and varied by verse, united by delightful refrains

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

This cheerful set of Eucharistic Acclamations, based on the Christmas melody Resonet in laudibus, was written for assembly, SATB, and organ with optional brass quartet. It is clear

One of the final compositions by the late Carl F. Schalk, (1929-2021), the soaring tune and captivating setting of the familiar carol text was envisioned to be used as a processional carol. The new tune and

This SAB setting of this Renaissance tune is given a superb treatment by Chris DeSilva. It can be accompanied by percussion, flutes, and trumpets. It's rhythmic vitality and Advent proclamation is suitable

Haydn's eighth setting of the ordinary of the Mass was composed in 1782 for performance in Mariazell, Austria. The brief opening portion of the Gloria has been selected for this anthem, featuring Haydn's

The fourth movement of Dan Forrest's new LUX:The Dawn from on High is now available as a stand-alone octavo. Its jazz-influenced harmonies, infectious rhythmic energy, soaring vocal lines, and

Stuart Forster's festive arrangement breathes new life into this beloved carol. Verses for choir alone, for men, and for women provide variety before the descant and enthralling harmony of the final verse

This music will surprise you as the merriment and mirth of secular Christmas merges with the text of a traditional British Christmas carol. This music dances with glee at the coming of Christ. A joyous and

An original text and tune combine in this anthem, perfect for Christmas Eve. It asks the listener to consider how we relate to the Christ Child and our neighbors. The organ part is also playable by a string

This setting breathes new life into the familiar Christmas carol, giving it a contemporary flair. The setting is arranged for choir and orchestra or may be performed with piano only.