Sacred Christmas Choral Music

Don't miss this opportunity to sing the magnificent Handel classic! In the key of C, this setting is every bit as effective as it is practical for today's choirs. Comfortable choral ranges, optional

This joyful, sprightly carol comes from Sir David Willcocks: A Celebration in Carols. With its uplifting 7/8 time signature, memorable melody, rich and diverse textures, and delightful orchestral

The classic Carol of the Bells is given a fresh and contemporary twist by Isaac Cates. The initial statement begins with equal parts homophonic and polyphonic writing, underscored by a

The single title pull-out offering from Wachner's collection with the same name. A sparkling winter setting with a joyful brass and organ accompaniment featuring accessible choral parts on a traditional

This text by the Wedderburns is best known from Benjamin Britten's timeless A Ceremony of Carols. This lovely new setting serves as a manger lullaby, with the soprano soloist representing Mary.

A gentle rocking a cappella texture sets this anonymous 17th-century Nativity poem with simple open harmonies that harken back to the medieval and Renaissance periods. "Lulla, lullaby, sweet Babe, sang she;

First published in Carols for Choirs 5, this is a touching setting of the well-known fifteenth-century words. The contours of Stroope's melodic writing perfectly mirror the narrative from the

In The Three Kings, composer Bob Chilcott sets verses from Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's Christmas poem telling the story of the three kings' journey to Bethlehem. A sense of travel is created by

This charming carol, composed in 1975 by Barbara Bell, was discovered by John Rutter, who enlisted the help of John Suchet and Classic FM to track down the composer. This Christmas lullaby is haunting in

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

This tender Puerto Rican carol has a lilting feel to it and is a perfect addition to Christmas and other seasonal programs. Well crafted for success with younger and developing choirs! Translation and

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.

Broadway arranger and conductor David Chase brings his broad musical talents to this exciting and wonderfully creative arrangement of the traditional French carol, written for Judith Clurman's Essential

This setting is arranged after the amazing Pentatonix version from the 2014 album That's Christmas to Me and may be sung a cappella or accompanied. Ideal for pop/jazz or concert choirs, the beautiful

This carol tells the story of the king who on Saint Stephen's Day endures harsh weather as he and his page bring food and fuel to a poor peasant. This sturdy setting (optional a cappella) presents the

An excellent selection for younger or developing choirs, your students will develop many important choral skills as they rehearse and perform this piece. Several contrasting sections alternate with the

The magic and imagery of a candle's glow on a winter night is expressively depicted in this lovely original canon. The way the voice parts weave together is simply marvelous! With alternate words that make

The jazz waltz feel is perfect for this carol! Sweet choral harmonies float above the lilting accompaniment in this simple, straightforward setting, and the effect is marvelous! Optional parts for saxophone

A symbolic ascending fifth opens the main melodic idea in this bright original for Christmas. Taking inspiration from Angels We Have Heard on High, the chorus moves in a new harmonic direction,

This a cappella original rings with energy and joy for Christmas. Ripe with antiphonal qualities, the piece opens with a brief fanfare and proceeds through several meter changes to an exciting conclusion.

Gorgeous word painting sets the mood for the first Christmas night: "underneath starry skies, shepherds are watching their flocks by night, angels are singing as they are taking flight, and all are invited

With a delightfully playful rhythmic interplay between 3/4 and 6/8 meters, this joyous, fresh setting of the traditional English carol seizes one's interest from its introduction to its exuberant

This fast-paced, energetic and joyful pairing of Pat-a-Pan and Sing We Now of Christmas is enhanced by both flute and percussion. Available in five voicings to meet the needs of most any