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This Advent piece is a reimagined Magnificat for the modern world, portraying Mary as a warrior who sings for the voiceless and stands up for justice. It also weaves in the familiar O Come, O Come,

Nicholas Dakin's mystical nativity text is brought to life in dramatic fashion. The octatonic melody and open harmonies with parallel fourths and fifths are invigorated with an energetic 6/8 meter that is

Upper and lower voices are divided into two distinct choral worlds. The sopranos and altos narrate Wordsworth's majestic text, while tenors and basses take on the role of minstrels playing "their Christmas

A 15th-century text inspired this a cappella setting reminiscent of medieval tonality and rhythm. The dynamics are restrained overall, but contrast is important in each verse.  Frequent time signature

These four motets create a fresh approach to well-known ancient texts. They may be sung either as a complete set or individually within a carol service or other liturgical setting. Virga Jesse

Six a cappella carols with modern texts by Andrew Hawes are in this collection. The Infant; The Shepherds and The Magi follow the structure of verse and chorus and are upbeat and full of

The traditional Austrian carol sparkles within a modern construct. Shimmering, close harmonies and an optional soprano solo add to the dreamlike quality of this comforting Christmas lullaby.

"Unto thee, O Lord, do I lift up my soul." The hymn for the first Sunday of Advent, Psalm 24 (25) soars in this setting for double choir. Sustained vocal lines, chain suspensions, and antiphonal writing

This gentle arrangement of the well-known 15th-century carol features a soprano or baritone soloist and a melancholy atmosphere. From Carols for Choirs 6.

This touching carol sets a tender text by G.K. Chesterton. From Carols for Choirs 6.

Bridging ancient and modern, this arrangement of an historic English Christmas carol re-invigorates it with a highly expressive contemporary harmonic palette. The choral texture is a cappella with quite a

This spirited 21st-century madrigal set to a medieval Christmas text throws singer and listener alike into a joyous dance in Dorian mode that culminates in a cascade of alleluias when the mode shifts to

Rich, warm harmonies surround the melody, which passes between voice parts as the piece unfolds. This beautiful a cappella arrangement of the familiar Greensleeves will be a stellar addition to

From Voctave's album The Spirit of the Season, this Christmas favorite shimmers with contemporary a cappella harmonies. Lush and beautiful divisi textures that work for more advanced choirs or a cappella

The wintry starkness of this 15th-century text is beautifully portrayed through its minor key and exposed treble-voice opening, while the warmth of the full-choral voicing on the words "light" and "might"

This is an evocative setting of a powerful text by Sean Street describing the call for assistance made by the occupied Channel Islands in 1944 and the response of the Red Cross ship, the Vega,

The beauty of love and peace that can be found in the wondrous mystery of Christ's birth is the focus of this text. The bright light from the star and angels shining down on the manger is

For tenor solo and SATB divisi a cappella. Setting a beautiful text by Charles Bennett, this is a gentle, optimistic piece that remembers those lost to conflict and looks encouragingly towards peace. The

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

Matthew Culloton has crafted a fresh, sensitive setting of The Holly and the Ivy for SATB divisi a cappella voices. The four stanzas flow gently through shifting tonal regions and nicely varied

Arnesen's beautifully expressive piece is set to a poem by the famous hymn writer Isaac Watts. Featured on the 2013 St. Olaf Christmas concert broadcast from Norway, this hymn is perfect for Christmas or

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 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