Sara Teasdale's poem contrasts the familiar stories of shepherds and magi with the priorities of a sleepy newborn. The poet gathers pilgrims from the north, south, east, and heaven above; they converge on

A traditional 15th-century English text is given a modern setting in this original work for a cappella mixed chorus. Luscious harmonies, legato lines, and homophonic writing bring freshness to ancient

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

This haunting melody of the Basque carol seems to capture the mystery and wonder of the traditional Christmas story. The carol was collected in the nineteenth century and views that story from a uniquely

Your singers will shine in this carefully crafted contemporary a cappella arrangement. Arranged to work with piano accompaniment or as an a cappella selection, this fresh take on the traditional carol

This thrilling carol arrangement begins with a hush and builds in momentum, invoking images of the angel hosts gathering into a multitude to announce Jesus' birth. With just a few

Now Available for SAB. This 13th-century carol has been arranged in a contemporary style that retains some of its ancient roots. With intertwining voices and interesting two-against-three rhythms, it has a

Number three in the series of four Appalachian Carols set for both mixed and treble voices. The complete set contains Wondrous Love; The Cherry Tree Carol; Jesus, Jesus Rest Your Head; and Go Tell it on

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 artful unaccompanied setting of Away in a Manger opens with a gentle original "away" theme that connects the verses and leads to a satisfying close. The carol sections are full of rich

The sweet sounds of this familiar Christmas carol are wrapped in softly cascading background harmonies and tied with a bow. This nostalgic and warm arrangement, with subtle jazz harmonies and contemporary a

An original work, this homophonic setting offers a new perspective on the beloved carol's text. Options for violin obbligato and solo, quartet, or small ensemble singing are included.

If you're looking for an easily learned mixed choir setting for Christmas, consider this mostly two-part arrangement of the classic carol, breaking into four parts for the last verse. From Wilberg's

A traditional Basque carol from the 13th century, also referred to as Gabriel's Message. Explore this textured arrangement of the poetic text and lilting choral lines, which works especially well

Composed for the Choral Scholars of University College Dublin and the Irish Chamber Orchestra, this piece evokes the sheer joy of Christmas. The texture bubbles up and spills over with something reminiscent

"There's a song in the air!" The famous text by Josiah Gilbert Holland is treated with great sensitivity in this superb composition. Lush harmonies and soaring melodies make this an elegant addition to the

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