SATB Sacred Christmas Choral Music

A triptych of pieces for harp (or piano) and SATB divsi chorus using texts by poet Christine Schenk. Her version of the "O Antiphons" provides a means of contemporary reflection on those ancient texts. 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

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,

This lively arrangement is based on a sturdy American hymn tune with a text by Reginald Heber. The accompaniment provides a solid base and colorful riffs while the tune is presented in unison, canon, and

Opening with a solo or small group, this beautiful setting of the Latin text is filled with flowing legato phrases supported by an elegant piano accompaniment and an optional string quartet. Though set with

A simple prayer of a servant, this a cappella work masterfully captures Mary's response to the angel Gabriel. "Behold, I am the servant of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your will." A

A unique arrangement of a beloved carol. Set in 4/4, with layered counter melodies in a polyphonic texture, the traditional melody is given a modern, artistic setting. The optional cello obbligato adds

This work portrays the animals who protected Jesus and Mary during Jesus' birth. Each animal proudly takes its turn announcing its contribution. The donkey carried Mary "up hill and down." The dove "cooed"

This is the G. Schirmer edition that has become part of every musician's experience with Handel's masterwork. A "must" for every library.

Featured at the 2018 St. Olaf College Christmas Festival, this is a beautiful and lush setting of the Howard Thurman text. It reminds us that Christmas is a time of light over darkness. The message in the

A cappella choirs will enjoy this ethereal arrangement of the traditional Christmas carol. The melody is easily identifiable throughout, and a quiet energy makes it an exciting setting.

This pairing of two of the most popular tunes of all time, Beethoven's Ode To Joy and Handel's Joy To The World, create an exciting and inspirational work for holidays or any time of year.

This Shaw–Parker edition has become a staple in choral programs and libraries throughout the world. Victoria's masterwork is a stellar example of 16th-century polyphony.

Based on a traditional English carol, this original a cappella piece for mixed divisi chorus is a great way to open a Christmas concert or service. The close harmonies and imitative textures give the work

The Christmas albums from vocal supergroup Pentatonix are among their most popular offerings. This eight-minute accompanied medley combines four of their powerhouse holiday hits for a wonderful seasonal

This a cappella setting of the traditional Latin text for Christmas features a lush harmonization and a unique melodic voice. With significant divisi, this challenging work features some mixed meter and

Written for a CBS Christmas Eve special, this arrangement of "Silent Night" unfolds in an arc of transcendent beauty. Beginning in two-part harmony reminiscent of the first performance of the classic German

Oliver Tarney has re-worked his popular unaccompanied miniature The Waiting Sky for upper voices. While it would make a beautiful addition to a concert program at other times of the year, the