Christmas Anthems for the Church Choir

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

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

This upbeat, unison Christmas anthem from Piae Cantiones (1582) will bring joy to both choirs and congregation. Easily learned by children, youth, soloists, or adult choirs, the familiar melody TEMPUS ADEST

A multi-use text will make this anthem a valuable addition to your choral library. A grand fanfare-like introduction with optional handbells and snare drum establishes a festive spirit. The brief

Based on the Austrian carol Still, Still, Still, this anthem is a sweet, gentle, and easy-to-learn lullaby for the Christ Child. Multiple voicings are available, any of which may be sung in unison,

Children are an integral part of this arrangement that begins with haunting open fifths and grows into an exclamatory finish. Interludes make this piece perfect for a processional or a moment to showcase

You've never heard Carol of the Bells quite like this! Beginning with ethereal orchestra chimes, the anthem builds in excitement until the full choir and orchestra are engaged. In this boisterous

Gather around and listen to the sounds of Christmas! The angels singing, the people rejoicing, Christmastime is here! This glorious arrangement of Michael W. Smith's timeless Christmas song, arranged by

Created by Central Live, Mason Brown, David Wise, and John Roberts sing of the beauty of Christ's birth with anticipation and tender care at a Christmas Eve service or any reflective time during the

This classic Christmas carol has been reimagined with fresh energy and a hip-hop urban/gospel choir sound. This lively anthem created by Central Live, arranged by Mason Brown and Travis Cottrell, is the

This arrangement of the traditional Polish Christmas carol Przybiezeli do Betlejem celebrates the joy of both shepherds and angels as earth and heaven rejoice in the glorious event of the

This arrangement of CRADLE SONG is inspired by the traditional words but diverges just enough to provide a more theologically reflective alternative to the original. The anthem is written for SAT and

This piece is an arrangement of the beautiful pentatonic tune SHENG YE JING, written by Qigui Shi. Long, lyrical lines support the gentle peacefulness of this carol. The descant (perhaps sung by a solo

The rhythms of the Venezuelan folk carol Cantemos celebrate the country's rich Christmas tradition of aguinaldo, which is both the tradition of gift giving and a popular musical genre of

A lyrical, chant-like style shapes this choral arrangement. The flute, oboe, and cello parts provide polyphonic embellishment in conversation with the text. Solo voices take verses 1 and 2 with choir

A traditional Swedish carol receives a new arrangement and a paraphrased English text, yet the SATB voicing stays close to the original harmonic form. Newly composed music is featured in the oboe

From the sanctuary of Houston's First Baptist Church comes this poignant and pastoral medley of The First Noel; Away In A Manger; What Child Is This and Silent Night. Beautifully

Fresh new lyrics created for California Baptist University Choir Christmas concerts have been set to one of the most famous and gorgeous classical pieces of all time. This anthem is uniquely marked by the

Winter fantasy marks the sounds of the season in a choral celebration of cinematic landscapes. This is the perfect selection for choral concerts with SATB and piano or view details

Beginning with a toccata-like organ interlude, this treatment of Felix Mendelssohn's classic carol is a fresh choice for Christmas concerts and perfect for congregational singing. Scored for choir, organ,

A very fresh and different a cappella arrangement of this classic hymn. Using the traditional melody, new harmonic ideas are introduced which add a modern flair.

Combining the text of Infant Holy, Infant Lowly with the tune GREENSLEEVES, here is a powerful Christmas ballad ideal for worship or concert settings. A well-written piano part, strong vocal