A rhythmic ostinato on "Veni, veni" and optional percussion (triangle, tambourine and drum) infuse the traditional Advent carol with such unrelenting energy, the effect on the listener is mesmerizing!
Recently celebrating its 50th year in print, this breathtaking choral essay is simply one of the finest choices for Advent or general services with a text based on Revelations 22. Conceived for a
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This genre-bending piece blends elements of rock, gospel, spiritual, and the spoken word. Useful for the Advent season or school concert anytime, the text invites chorus and listener to imagine a world of
This expressive meditation is an English setting of the prayer "O Lord, lettest thy servant depart in peace." Thoughtfully prepared suspensions and close harmonies that stay on the staff make this piece an
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Coming from the rich St. Olaf tradition, this a cappella setting of the well-loved Advent hymn will be enjoyed by choirs for years to come.
This arrangement, first published in 1937, features all of F. Melius Christiansen's signature harmonic and melodic touches. Perfect for Christmas Eve, choirs will love learning or relearning this enduring
A new English a cappella setting ideal for Evensong or a special concert for your experienced singers. With echoes of the English cathedral, the uplifting warmth of the Magnificat contrasts with the
Howard Helvey's impeccable attention to voice leading and exquisite sense of style are on full display in this a cappella advent anthem that sets Thomas Campbell's text to an early American ballad tune.
A familiar Advent hymn paired with two unexpected tunes: a German chorale, ERSCHIENEN IST DER HERRLICH TAG, and an English folk tune, DEO GRACIAS. The musical paring gives the words new life and depth in
Lyrical romanticism and Renaissance influences unite in this short and accessible polyphonic chorale. Originally harmonized by Johannes Brahms, it has an English text with the German text available. A fresh
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This beloved 4th century text is set with new music for a cappella voices in a mostly homophonic texture. The unmetered flow provides a beautifully sensitive text declamation and the compelling harmonies
Originating from Advent & Christmas: Prayer for the Journey, these seven pieces are sung in the seven days before Christmas and represent seven titles used for the coming Messiah.
A joyful and soaring a cappella work, this English setting of "My soul doth magnify the Lord" is a wonderful way to show off the sound of your choir. Homorhythmic movement and careful voice leading make it
Crafted by a master of lush a cappella writing, this arrangement of the beloved ancient plainchant opens simply, then gradually thickens through the first verse. A lovely transition on "oohs" evoking a
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Perfect for the Advent season and beautifully enhanced by handbells, this anthem incorporates the well-known carols Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence and Angels from the Realms of Glory
This setting of the traditional advent piece captures the lilting feel of a joyful renaissance motet. The flute and tambourine are delightful additions to the arrangement.
A familiar text from Lessons and Carols services in a brand new setting. Unexpected tonality shifts and waves of building tempos lead to a final climax of "Deo gracias!" A quintessential Advent addition to
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For Advent choral programming or winter concerts, these two beautiful texts are set in a stunning and fresh harmonic palette that lends itself to many different possibilities. Suitable for church, high
Howard Helvey’s setting of Charles Coffin’s Christmas poem possesses a lyrical spirit and a warm, quiet beauty. A wonderfully introspective anthem or introit for the Christmas season.
This wonderful text has accessible settings by David Ashley White for either two-part or SATB choir with an optional C instrument. Different textures are used throughout, and many sections are a cappella.
This William J. Bullock edition brings this lovely Brahms favorite for the season to new audiences. The prosodic translation beautifully captures the spirit of the original German text to make this
This atmospheric setting for treble voices of the traditional Song of Mary and Song of Simeon texts is unaccompanied with a meterless feel. Set with English lyrics, both movements shimmer with assertive
This a cappella setting of the liturgical text is mostly homophonic and showcases lyrical, flowing lines that continue to bloom and blossom throughout the work. This work evolves and grows in tension