Sacred Christmas Choral Music

A lovely lullaby-like setting of the familiar Kentucky folk carol develops into a significant telling of the Christmas story. While expanding upon the simple harmonies of the original, it retains its

With a driving accompaniment for two capable pianists, this powerful arrangement of the traditional English carol is a perfect choice to begin or end a Christmas concert or service. It's also great for

The beloved carol It Came Upon the Midnight Clear is beautifully melded with fresh original words and music to form this enchanting musical offering suitable for Christmas concerts or services.

This beautiful work creates a mood of wonder, mystery, and anticipation of the solitude and serenity on that first Christmas night. Lush harmonies and an original section comprising cascading vocal lines

This bright and festive Christmas selection features an original melody and lyrics paired with the traditional English carol Ding Dong! Merrily on High. The long, melismatic "Gloria" in the refrain

Robert Herrick's tender Christmas text is beautifully set with an original melody of flowing lines, warm harmonic colors, and an expressive accompaniment. A contrasting middle section provides rhythmic

Perfect for that reflective, quiet moment on your holiday concert, a haunting original minor melody showcases Katherine Parker's well-known "winds through the olive trees" text which seamlessly leads into

What Child Is This? receives a hip new treatment in this a cappella original that features optional djembe and body percussion. This arrangement is freshly set in 2/4 with accompanying rhythmic

Lush harmonies and vivid imagery create a absolutely gorgeous a cappella setting of Margaret Deland's text which depicts the Christmas story from the point of view of the shepherds calmly sleeping and being

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

Creatively combining the traditional English carol text with a 17th-century text by Thomas Pestel, this lovely original Christmas work evokes a calm sense of the mystery and wonder of the Nativity. The

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

This familiar Longfellow poem which is often thought of as a Christmas text is set as a resounding prayer for world peace with piano and optional handbells. The composer uses her own alternative text in

This beautiful arrangement of the Gustav Holst Christmas hymn has been arranged here for mixed choir with oboe and is appropriate for both concert and worship settings.

This arrangement of a familiar Christmas classic begins with a chant-like opening. The carol emerges in a strong statement from the treble voices; the tenor-bass voices enter soon thereafter to add

This is one of a series of three carols, each capturing the big-band swing sound. The choral writing is both intelligent and musical, with nicely placed syncopations that create a real bounce. The big-band

An original chant-like tune is used for the opening section, singing the Latin text "Veni, veni, Rex Gentium." Then the cello takes that melody as the choir sings the VENI EMMANUEL tune with English text.

This interpretation of the wonderful French carol is even more exciting than the original! Unexpected harmonies, call-and-response vocals, and the fabulous accompaniment build this setting to new heights.

Another fresh take on a classic Christmas carol from the fabulous a cappella group Voctave! From their album Snow, this arrangement features harmonic twists and turns, contemporary harmonies, some

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

Fresh contemporary harmonies with a smooth jazz influence surround this traditional carol in a shimmering setting that embraces the tender and serene feel of the season. A flowing piano accompaniment is

This happy Christmas medley incorporates three beloved carols in a rhythmic setting that includes both Spanish and English text. The Spanish villancico Riu, Riu, Chiu is combined with the English

Voctave's arranger Jamey Ray has created a hauntingly beautiful setting of this traditional Christmas hymn in an arrangement that is accessible to any choir. The piano motive and chromatic accompaniment

The traditional French carol is dressed up in a setting for mixed choirs with piano and optional hand drum that is sure to inspire. Treated polyphonically with layered melodies, countermelodies and moving