Advent Music for Choir

This poignant 19th-century text tells of God's redemptive work, beginning with Advent and Christmas and finishing with Easter. The setting is crafted with swelling choral cadences and supported by a

The excitement of Christmas is palpable throughout this setting. Driven by a dynamic piano accompaniment and accessible choral writing, this piece is fun to rehearse and edifying to offer in worship or

This arrangement of the well-known Christmas spiritual is fun to sing! The optional second part is an excellent introduction to part-singing, with a catchy countermelody and added rhythmic interest in the

The pairing of Wesley's well-known text with a sensitive new melody is a warm invitation to Advent. Equally hopeful and pensive, the beautiful writing captures the reality of the season: waiting in quiet

This festive setting of REGENT SQUARE is filled with joy, an exciting piece for Christmas Eve worship or a Christmas program. The extended introduction allows for a Christmas processional, and the whole

"Haunting" is the best word to describe this original setting of the traditional Advent text, scored for choir, piano and cello. Marked "mysterioso" in triple meter, it is such a creative interpretation,

Experience the enduring depth of the Magnificat, here set to a beautiful Scottish air, Farewell to Fiunary. Homophonic choral writing effortlessly accompanies the lilting melody, creating a

A familiar and deeply moving Advent text is matched to an original and lyrical melody that reflects our yearning for the Messiah's arrival. With a flowing and sensitive piano accompaniment, this is a

The idiomatic choral writing of this joyous Christmas spiritual features tight vocal harmonies and limited ranges as well as opportunities for several soloists. Your listeners will be blessed as the choir

Intended for Advent, this setting uses the traditional text set to the early American hymn tune MORNING SONG. Easily prepared by your choir, the final verse features an optional soprano descant. This is an

This Advent original carries with it an ethereal and dreamlike quality, evoking a reference to starlight in the candle itself. This lovely offering symbolizes the coming of Emmanuel.

The traditional VENI EMMANUEL advent hymn is set in 3/4 with a flowing piano accompaniment that provides a fresh look at this classic. Two verses with some original material woven throughout create a

This Advent hymn, found in the worship supplement All Creation Sings, is presented here in an expressive arrangement with a fluid piano accompaniment. This work provides an opportunity to teach a

Designed for use during Advent, each of these four choral miniatures centers on one of the four Advent candle themes. Easily prepared during the busy season, there are multiple options for use in the

Upbeat and filled with light, this clever reworking of an early American hymn tune pairs it with an original Advent text. Accessible and quickly-learned, it is a great option for busy holiday worship

The intermingling of the COVENTRY CAROL and GREENSLEEVES tunes creates the perfect match for the O Come, O Come, Emmanuel text. After a meditative introduction, the theme unfolds with unison voices

Dazzling and bright, this anthem radiates Advent hope and joy. The vocal texture is nicely varied, from homophonic to antiphonal to points of polyphony, and the accompaniment enhances the infectious

Charles Wesley's beloved Advent text Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus is creatively paired with Mozart's Alleluia from "Exsultate, Jubilate." Approachable vocal writing captures the

Practical and artful, this retooling of the popular tune BESANCON CAROL is an ideal processional for Advent. Arranged with success in mind, this introit will ring in the services of the season with a joyful