There’s something so cozy about singing Christmas carols together. Haven’t you ever wanted to get a group together to go caroling down the streets, entertaining the neighbors and just generally getting everyone involved in Christmas? But you run into the problem that not everyone knows the same songs or the same arrangements… Well, not anymore! We’ve collected work from some of the best modern arrangers, fun Christmas arrangements, traditional Christmas arrangements, even some totally unique ones that will make even the oldest tunes new again. Come on, take a look, and spruce up that holiday activity!
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Nesciens Mater - Jean Mouton Quem Vidistis Pastores - Audrea Gabrieli Serenissma Una Noche - Geronimo Gonzales Sa Qui Turo Zente Pleta - Portugese Noel Nouvelet - French Tu Scendi Dalle Stelle - St. Alphonsus Maria De Liguori Kristallen Den Fina - Marian Ballad Lulajze Jezuniu - Steven Stucky O Come, O Come Emmanuel - Medieval Carol Star Of Wonder/We Three Kings - Roche And Hopkins A Lullaby/Away In A Manger - Thomas Bold In The Bleak Mid-Winter - Holst Glory To The Newborn - Traditional Silent Night - Gruber SSAATTBB |
Chanticleer's beloved Christmas tradition is now available in this collection of printed music, featuring a foreword by Tom Brokaw. Edited by Chanticleer Music Director Joseph Jennings and Chanticleer tenor Matthew Oltman. Includes extensive notes and pronunciation guide.
| 9396 SONGBOOK $12.95 |
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Written for SATB (or SAA) voices and harp (or piano), this popular christmas choral collection is perfect for your holiday concert.
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Christmas-tide |
The carols of Bob Chilcott have quickly become classics of the repertoire. Fresh, arrestingly beautiful, and exquisitely crafted, they signal a new direction for carol writing, and appeal to a wide range of singers of all ages. This collection of carols for mixed voices assembles nine of the finest pieces from Chilcott's first ten years with Oxford, including two new pieces specially written for the book. Together, they offer a reat range of styles and moods, and provide a moving narration of the Christmas story that will delight choirs and their audiences for years to come.
| 9350 SONGBOOK $10.95 |
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Bob Chilcott and Susan Knight have searched the globe for vibrant, exciting music representing a wide range of choral traditions and styles-from a powerful arrangement of an old Armenian hymn to a percussive Dominican "villancico," a carol in the style of Nigerian art music, a Polish folk carol, a new arrangement of popular Canadian carol, and much more besides. Each piece may be sung in its original language or in English, and pronunciation guides are provided for those who wish to sing the original texts. This collection will help to refresh the repertoire of choirs the world over, with most pieces suitable for choirs of all sizes and abilities. 31 carols for mixed voices.
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A Carol For Christmas |
This collection brings together twelve richly varied carols by six British composers well known in the Edwardian era. Here are simple strophic carols with elegant melodies and rich in harmonic interest typical of the 'High Victorian' style. With a fascinating introduction to the carols and notes on sources and editorial policy, this collection restores a range of highly attractive carols to the repertoire, and as such will be welcomed by all mixed choirs looking to refresh their Christmas programmes.
| 9475 SONGBOOK $14.95 |
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Ven, Veni Emmanuel |
Join the King's Singers as they celebrate an English Christmas Eve service. Taken from their album of the same name, these beautiful arrangements will certainly help spread the Christmas message.
| 9029 SONGBOOK $5.98 |
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Jingle Bells |
Eight holiday treasures, some of which will demand attention and care to perform. Differing arrangements include five voices, male or mixed, on "Noel! Sus Troupe Chanteresse," six (SATTBB) for "Gaudete," and SATB plus brass choir for "Joy To The World." The King's Singers are never pedestrian in their treatments, and this book once again demonstrates their agility.
| 6117 SONGBOOK $5.98 |
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Deck The Halls Still, Still, Still A La Nanita Nanita I Saw Three Ships Lullaby Of The Shepard Baloo, Lammy Merry Christmas One And For All O Christmas Tree Whence ComesThis Rush Of Wings Joseph Dearest, Joseph Mine Gloucestershire Wassail Silent Night
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Angels' Carol |
This excellent collection of some of John Rutter's oringal Christmas carols is a must-use for any choral Christmas program.
| 9353 SONGBOOK $9.95 |
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Traditional: Good Christian Men, Rejoice Mohr-Gruber: Silent Night Traditional: Patapan O Come, All Ye Faithfu |
This book includes all arrangements from the first suite of 'The Many Moods of Christmas,' with piano accompaniment, featured on CD with the same title, performed by the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and Chorus, conducted by Robert Shaw.
| 9105 BOOK $4.95 |
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Allon, Gay Bergeres |
Twenty-four carols arranged by the eminent choral director Robert Shaw and the respected Alice Parker. Shaw-Parker arrangements are famous and recorded by everyone, including Shaw's various ensembles. Described as a mixed voice collection, these twenty-four carols have varying voicings, with frequent solo opportunities. There are also a few tenor/bass charts. Most have piano for rehearsal.
| 6230 SONGBOOK $11.95 |
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O Come, O Come Emmanuel |
All a cappella SATB arrangements by two of the best.
| 9106 SONGBOOK $5.98 |
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O, Do Not Move |
John Tavener first rose to fame in 1969 when his cantata "The Whale" was recorded on the Beatle's Apple record label. Now one of Britain's leading choral composers his works included the poignant "Song For Athene". Here are eight mostly a cappella Christmas songs.
| 9115 SONGBOOK $13.95 |
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O come, o come, Emmanuel |
The Naxos Book of Carols is a collection of both the very old and very new. It is a selection of best-loved and new-found carols, drawing on centuries of tradition. The settings are all new, commissioned by Naxos for this book. The carols unfold in four narrative sequences each focusing on a different part of the Christmas Story – from The Hope of Advent to the announcements of The Message, the joy of the birth of The Baby and the celebration of the coming of The King of Kings. There are 24 carols, one for each day of Advent. Included with the book is the original Naxos CD, performed by the award-winning choir Tonus Peregrinus and directed by the composer Antony Pitts.
| 9111 SONGBOOK & CD $15.95 |
This is a selection of the best-loved carols and hymns for Advent, Christmas, Epiphany, and Easter: 74 of the most popular titles from Carols for Choirs 1, 2 and 3, plus 26 titles new to the series. There are carols suitable for both sacred and secular occasions, and both accompanied and unaccompanied material. The Order of Service for a Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols is included.
| 9087 SONGBOOK $18.95 |
The volumes of Carols For Choirs have established themselves as the quintessential carol books for carol singimng around the world. Each volume presents a wide range of carols to suit every occasion, from well-known tunes superbly arranged to the best original compositions. 50 carols for mixed choir.
| 9088 SONGBOOK $15.95 |
Fifty more classic arrangements including carols by Benjamin Britten, William Mathias and William Walton.
| 9089 SONGBOOK $15.95 |
Fifty varied carols including a selection of Baroque and Medieval carols. Also favorites from Gustav Holst and Tchaikovsky.
| 9091 SONGBOOK $15.95 |
Featuring upper voice versions of arrangements from the classic "Carols for Choirs" series of songbooks.
| 9092 SONGBOOK $15.95 |
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Virga Jesse floruit - Bruckner |
This songbook is part of the Oxford Choral Classics series and gathers in one volume sixteen of the finest motets and related pieces for the season of Christmas. The collection gives due space to the magnificant works of the Renaissance period, with well-known motets such as Victoria's O magnum mysterium and Sweeelink's Hodie Chritus natus est placed alongside works by Byrd, Palestrina and Mouton. There are also works from later peiods, including Bruckner's Virga Jesse, an estatic motet in praise of Christ's birth, and Cui's fervant and sonorous setting of the Magnificat. As such, the collection is an outstanding and richly varied survey of the repertoire, and provides a superb choice of pieces for all choirs seeking a broad selection of music for this season.
| 6608 SONGBOOK $10.98 |
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Blue Christmas (arr David Maddux) |
This is the perfect choral anthology for all mixed choirs who are sure that Santa Claus is coming to town! This collection boasts twelve dazzling arrangements of the top Christmas classics by some of America’s best jazz and vocal arrangers. There’s the holiday sentiment, Broadway verve, cool wit in all twelve exciting and engaging arrangements. In addition, each arranger has written practical performance notes, which offer advice to both conductor and singer on how to make music of this style come to life. Christmas just got spicier, so get ready to liven up your holiday concert and leave audiences (and singers) asking for more! Jerry Rubino is a noted composer and arranger. He served as assistant conductor, arranger and pianist for the Dale Warland Singers.
| 9323 SONGBOOK $14.95 |
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Angels We Have Heard on High Away in a Manger The Boar's Head Carol The Coventry Carol Deck the Hall The First Noel Go Tell It on the Mountain God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen Good King Wenceslas Hark! The Herald Angels Sing Here We Come A-Caroling It Came Upon the Midnight Clear Jingle Bells Joy to the World O Come, All Ye Faithful O Little Town of Bethlehem Silent Night, Holy Night We Three Kings of Orient Are We Wish You A Merry Christmas What Child Is This? Angels We Have Heard on High Away in a Manger The Boar's Head Carol The Coventry Carol Deck the Hall The First Noel Go Tell It on the Mountain God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen Good King Wenceslas Hark! The Herald Angels Sing Here We Come A-Caroling It Came Upon the Midnight Clear Jingle Bells Joy to the World O Come, All Ye Faithful O Little Town of Bethlehem Silent Night, Holy Night We Three Kings of Orient Are We Wish You A Merry Christmas What Child Is This? |
"Troll the ancient Yuletide Carols" in a whole new way with these bright, fresh a cappella arrangements by popular choral arranger Jay Althouse. The 20 carol settings juxtapose traditional tonalities with some modern harmonies, adding a unique, resonant sound to these time-honored favorites. You'll use this festive, contemporary collection of best-loved carols year after year. Great when sung by a full choir or by a handful of singers at concerts, for community performances, door-to-door caroling, or whenever singers get together just for fun during the holiday season. SATB
| 9621 SONGBOOK $5.95 SATB |
| 9622 SONGBOOK $5.95 SAB |
This excellent Christmas carol collection supplements Hawley Ades' best-selling general collection, the Fred Waring Songbook. Hawley Ades, long regarded as one of America's most skillful arrangers of music for singing, has been associated with the Fred Waring organization since 1937. This long and fruitful relationship is reflected in the imaginative treatment of the music in this book and in the many other published settings by Mr. Ades. Over 30 a cappella carols for either SATB, SSA or TTBB.
| 9109 SONGBOOK $7.95 |
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In Wintertime (Berkeley, Lennox) |
Some of the most exciting and original contemporary composers of sacred music are gathered together in this superb collection. Specially geared towards the choirmaster who is looking for something special to perform at Christmas.
| 9116 SONGBOOK $15.95 |
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A Lullaby Of The Nativity (Richard Blackford) |
Fourteen traditional and modern Christmas texts, all set by contemporary composers for various choral combinations and levels of accomplishment. Includes works for Unison, SSA and SATB choirs. But for one or two more adventurous pieces, these carols are sufficiently melodic and straighforward to be tackled by choirs of any size or with limited rehearsal time, while still being fresh and chalenging works of today.
| 9117 SONGBOOK $14.95 |
This--the performers' edition of the massive New Oxford Book of Carols--is a selection of 120 carols in 173 different settings. The music, which is divided into composed carols and traditional carols, covers nine centuries of Christmas music from around the world. Popular and unknown material is included: the settings are straightforward and each carol is accompanied by a note on historical background. The emphasis is on the fresh approach to the carol, and the editors have cleared away the accretions of years to recapture the original spirit and vigor of the music. Selections from the book are featured on EMI Classic's recordings "The Carol Album," "The Christmas Album," and "Carol Album 2," performed by the Taverner Consort, Choir, and Players under the direction of Andrew Parrott.
| 6612 SONGBOOK $17.95 |
Noel! is an exciting collection for mixed voice choirs, selected and edited by David Hill. The contents range from the Renaissance to the present: the polyphony of Victoria and Byrd, via Bach, familiar settings of traditional and lesser known carols through the ages, and works by today's composers including Richard Rodney Bennett, Judith Bingham, John Tavener and Judith Weir. Mixed voice choirs of all levels will find here new arrangements of favourite carols as well as stimulating works for the Christmas season, from the easy to learn to the more challenging and unconventional. SATB
| 9124 SONGBOOK $19.95 |
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What Child Is This?
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Manger Dance
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Sing We Now Christmas - arr. Fred Prentice SATB Divisi a cappella |
The a cappella, Fred Prentice arrangement of " Sing We Now Christmas" has been a popular selection for years and was made popular by the Dale Warland Singers. "See Dat Babe" was selected for the Paul A. Smith Choral Series, and this Christmas spiritual features excellent writing for the a cappella choir, with all the rhythm and vigor to bring the house down. Every a cappella choir will want " Christmas Is A-Comin'" on their Christmas program. Jack Halloran, of “Witness” fame, has captured an all-American sound in this energetic piece. His a cappella arrangements have a distinctive flavor that makes them choral favorites. An excellent choice for the Christmas season. "The Blessed Child" - Donald Bailey, Choral Director from Baylor University, has created a beautiful Christmas selection for a cappella voices. In this setting, the choral parts flow through tender suspensions to warm resolutions. Although a sacred text, the piece will find a place in many college and good high school venues as well. Three delightful Christmas miniatures complete the package.
| 9269 SHEET MUSIC $7.95 |
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There Is No Rose of Such Virtue SATB Divisi a cappella |
In 'There Is No Rose of Such Virture' Robert H. Young sets Christina Rossetti's Christmas themed text to music with a beautiful melody and soft yet poignant harmonies. 'Songs of Nativity' include 'The Virgin's Cradle Hymn,' and 'When Christ Was Born of Mary Free,' two timeless Christmas gems. Another Christmas themed poem by Christina Rossetti is 'Before the Paling of the Stars.' This piece starts out with a tenor solo and later has 4-part harmony in the women's voices and 3-part harmony in the men's. The classic tune 'A Babe is Born in Bethlehem' is brought to us with elegant 4-part harmony with occasional divisi in some parts. The 6-part arrangement of 'Sweet Was The Song' would be a great addition to your Christmas program with its beautifully catchy melody. The triumphant harmonies of 'What Sweeter Music Can We Bring' will also wow your audience, perfect for a Christmas Eve celebration.
| 9310 SHEET MUSIC $7.95 |
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Parade of the Wooden Soldiers (arr. Jeff Funk) SATB a cappella |
"Dance of the Sugar-Plum Fairy" - Jeff Funk's choral adaptation of this selection from The Nutcracker Suite has been a huge success in its original SATB setting and will provide wonderful lighthearted programming for your next holiday concert. "Waltz of the Flowers" - Bring a touch of the Nutcracker to your next holiday concert with this classy bit of humor. Much of Tchaikovsky's original material is used in this a cappella setting. "Parade of the Wooden Soldiers" - This traditional holiday favorite comes alive in an exceptionally creative a cappella setting from Jeff Funk. It's the perfect sequel to Jeff's highly successful "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy." Sure to be a hit with both singers and audiences! Also included is "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas", one of our most performed popular Christmas songs that is most often identified with Judy Garland's stirring performance. This new Russ Robinson setting with its rich a cappella harmonies is simply marvelous. Your audience and singers will all delight in hearing this exceptional Christmas favorite.
| 9284 SHEET MUSIC $6.95 |
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Do You Hear What I Hear? (arr. Ed Lojeski) SATB a cappella |
'Do You Hear What I Hear' is an exquisite a cappella setting of the beloved Christmas classic! 'Ding Dong Merrily on High' is a delightful setting of this appealing dance carol! Ed Lojeski has developed a wonderful madrigal-style extension to the traditional melody, and counterpoints it all with “Good King Wenceslas”. 'I Saw Three Ships' i a fun and easily learned arrangmeent for any size vocal ensemble. The German baroque chorale ' Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming' (Est Ist Ein' Ros' Entsprungen), is a tasteful adaptation by John Leavitt, featuring the tenor on the melody of the second verse and a soprano descant on the third verse. Includes English and German texts. Edwin Fissinger's simple, elegant arrangement of 'Silent Night' features both English and German verses. It's easy to prepare, yet is sure to be one of the most stunning pieces on any holiday program.
| 9287 SHEET MUSIC $7.95 |
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Carols of the Nativity, arr. Richard Hynson SATB a cappella |
"Carols of the Nativity" is a set of treasured carol texts featured in these original new contemporary settings by composer Richard Hynson. Each carol has its own distinctive charm and together they create a profoundly beautiful effect. Includes: "Angels We Have Heard on High," "Infant Holy, Infant Lowly," "It Came Upon the Midnight Clear." The powerful setting of the cherished Christmas, "O Holy Night'" standard is ideal for mass finale or processional use. Builds to a dramatic conclusion! "Masters In The Hall" is presented in an exceptional a cappella setting which emphasizes the beauty of this traditional French carol. The distinctive choral artistry of conductor Dale Warland is clearly evident in this expressive choral version of "Of The Father's Love Begotten." The simplicity of the melody and the compelling majesty of the text are captured in an a cappella setting "Silent Night." Also included in this package is an arrangement of Britten's "The Holly And The Ivy".
| 9251 SHEET MUSIC $9.95 |
This Holiday songbook includes a mid-twentieth century collection of the best in contemporary British carol writing and arrangement. It includes previously published works and as well as new pieces and arrangements written specifically for this book. SATB
| 9409 SONGBOOK $23.95 |
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Christmas Time Is Here, arr. Audrey Snyder SATB divisi. a cappella |
With 'Christmas Time Is Here, the famous Vince Guaraldi theme song from A Charlie Brown Christmas in an expressive a cappella setting. What a great feature for jazz and concert groups alike! 'Do You Hear What I Hear?' has a beautiful solo for either a male or female voice with fun vocal accompaniment, sure to challenge and excite your choir. Snowflakes is a gorgeous original work by Lane Johnson based on the poem by Henry Longfellow. Perfect for your winter concert! Each verse in Biegels arrangement of 'The Twelve Days of Christmas' is different than the last, the audience is sure to stay interested till the very end.
| 9548 SHEET MUSIC $7.95 |
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In The Bleak Midwinter, arr. Alice Parker SATB a cappella |
Gordon Young's 'Joy to the World' starts out big and exhuberant with rich chords, then dials it down a bit with sweet unison vocals, soon splitting into triumphant-sounding four part harmony, a great way to start your holiday concert! Alice Parker's arrangement of 'In the Bleak Midwinter' is a beautiful piece full of rich chords and sweet vocal textures. 'The Angel's Carol' is a simple hymn, possibly your audience can sing along. Anita Kerr's arrangement of Billy Holliday's classic 'God Bless The Child' is a true gem, piano and percussion is optional, but we all know it will sound best A Cappella.
| 9549 SHEET MUSIC $7.95 |
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Here We Come a-Caroling SATB a cappella |
Traditional carols arranged by the highly-regarded Kirby Shaw as for a Renaissance choral performance. Fun and assessable for all choirs.
| 9606 SHEET MUSIC $2.95 |
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The Cornish folk tune 'The Holy Bears a Berry,' alternates between men and women's voices. Solo sections may be sung by small groups. This arrangement is best for church, community, or school choirs. 'Ding Dong! Merrily on High' is a vigorous 8 part a cappella piece with constant vocal imitation of bells. Elaborate counterpoint and canonic devices. Completely diatonic, harmonically and melodically conservative. Rhythmic ostinatos give non-stop energy leading to dazzling finish. 'Gloria in Excelsis Deo' begins and ends with a rhythmic and exciting statement of the Gloria text. The middle section is tranquil and effectively emotes the feeling of peace that is being presented in the text. The final statement is one of peace. Challenging, but well worth the work. Van's arrangement of 'Once in Royal David's City.' is an introspective and reflective setting of this Christmas standard. The composer includes many of the elements that have become associated with this hymn. This arrangement begins with either a treble solo, or with all sopranos, it then broadens into a rich setting of the following stanzas, and ends with a hushed treatment of the text “And our eyes at last shall see him.” May be used in worship or concerts. 'Angels We have Heard on High' is a beautiful and energetic arrangement that is appropriate for both worship and concert use. The piece is written in a unique way that incorporates vocal accompaniments that are shared between men's and women's voices. Includes soaring descants throughout. Composed in the Australian winter of 2005, 'Ave Maria' was written by Jacobs in response to the death of a close friend’s mother. Her passion for Renaissance music influenced many aspects of the piece, particularly text, and the decision to set it for two a cappella choirs.
| 9584 SHEET MUSIC $9.95 |
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The vibrant, festive original, 'Merrily Sing Noel!' is a marvelous opener or change-of-pace selection. Its fanfare-like style and bright mood also offer nice, effective dynamic contrasts. Superb treble writing! The madrigal-like setting of the traditional Christmas greeting, 'Sing hey!' features a festive dance-like flavor. Most accessible, engaging, and fun, it alsomakes an excellent choice for madrigal dinners. 'The Sound of Pipe and Drum' is a delightfully fresh new setting of the lively, dance-like Pierre Certon madrigal, complete with a new English text and appropriate for general concert/contest use or for Christmas. The original French lyrics are included as an option. The new voicings of this best-selling arrangement of the Spanish Carol, 'Riu, Riu, Chiu,' include text options for English or Spanish. Tambourine and hand claps lend a festive, colorful flair. Whether performed with or without piano accompaniment, the limited ranges, repetitious form, and opportunities for solos yield built-in success for holiday programs.
| 9503 SHEET MUSIC $6.95 |
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'Alleluia' was commissioned for performance at the 1999 National ACDA Convention. A hushed chant is woven into dramatic musical lines and lush harmonies that later fade to an ending of quiet splendor. With the grandeur of a more challenging work, this piece sings easily, enabling accessibility to a variety of performing groups. Spevacek has 'Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming' in a sensitive, transparent fashion with lush harmonies and textual contrasts. 'A Jubilant Gloria' is an exceptional work that offers driving rhythmic excitement from its fanfare-like opening to its exhilarating conclusion. This sophisticated piece sings easily and sounds gloriously full.
| 9504 SHEET MUSIC $4.95 |
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God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen (English) |
A most remarkable collection of traditional carols from around the world. These songs may be sung effectively in unison or in parts. English lyrics.
| 9366 SONGBOOK $4.95 |
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As Lately We Watched (Austria) |
144 carols from around the world including Spain, Italy, Mexico, Puerto Rico,Denmark, Germany, France, Chile and many others. Quality arrangements that are fun to sing.
| 9367 SONGBOOK $10.95 |
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Jamaican Noel (arr. Kirby Shaw) SATB a cappella |
Christmastime should certainly be a time for peace around the world so add an international flavor to your holiday program by including some Christmas songs from other nations. "Jamaican Noel" is a bright and cheerful original by Kirby Shaw and will surely be heard resounding throughout the halls of your school – it's that irresistible! Noted choral arranger John Bertalot with a delightful arrangement of " Calypso Carol". The traditional Spanish carol " Fum, Fum, Fum" highlights the night of Jesus' birth in joyful celebration! Light vocal style is highlighted by the placement of an “extra” quarter rest! Fresh! The joyful Filipino Christmas Carol "Pasko Na Naman: is a welcome addition to the season. San Francisco conductor and arranger George Hernandez, has masterfully arranged a simple SATB, a cappella setting that simply works!. High school, college and community choirs will love this piece.
| 9243 SHEET MUSIC $10.95 |
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Five Carols:- SATB |
Two creative and ear-catching sets of arrangements by noted choral arranger and composer Hubert Bird. Each arrangement is skillfully designed to be sung individually or in harmonic sequence: the final chord of each song becomes the beginning of the next.
| 9249 SHEET MUSIC $11.95 |
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Lullay, Lullow (Arr. Betty Bertaux) SA |
'Lullay, Lullow' (aka 'Mary's Lullaby') is a 2 part arrangement of the 15th Century English carol. Short, but sweet, this carol is perfect for your beginning choir. Betty Bertaux's 3 part arrangement of 'The Holly and the Ivy' is an excellent edition to your Holiday program, and it also is a great tool to help your children's choir learn to sing polyrhythmic harmonies. 'Christmas Bells' is based on the text written by Heny Wadsworth Longfellow, which he wrote in 1863. During that Christmas season, his son was critically wounded in a war, and the text expresses his anguish over war and his longing for peace on earth. The message is as timely today as it was over 125 years ago. While technically challenging, this setting is a must have in your repertoire! Mary Goetze's arrangement of 'Wexford Carol' (from Ireland) has exquisite 3 part harmonies and gives that special voice in your choir the opportunity for an 8 measure solo. Her arrangement of 'Infant Holy' is another 3 part masterpiece, not to be missed! Both pieces would work well for an advanced children's choir or young women's choir.
| 9078 SHEET MUSIC $8.98 |
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A Holiday Madrigal |
"A Holiday Madrigal" - This merry madrigal will be a nice addition to your women's choir's a cappella seasonal repertoire. Characteristic counterpoint makes this original Donald Moore piece a familiar form but, unlike many Renaissance chorals, the vocal ranges, subject matter, and number of voice parts have been specifically designed for developing choirs. A festive feature for holiday concerts and Madrigal feasts. "A Joyful Madrigal" - Here's a new work by Donald Moore in madrigal style that's appropriate for general or Christmas use. Dynamic changes create interest; repetition makes for quick learning. Perfect when you need just one more piece for your Christmas or Spring concert. Lots of optional notes and is an outstanding learning piece for young and developing choirs. "A Merry Madrigal" - A "fa la la" section in this joyful number makes it appropriate for both Christmas and general use. It's a fine learning piece in the madrigal style, yet the singable melodies make the independent vocal lines easy to learn. Don Moore is a master at creating works that develop choral singing, teach a classic choral style and, most importantly, sound great. Use it in concerts and at festivals and adjudications.
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9290 SHEET MUSIC $4.95
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| 9291 SHEET MUSIC $4.95
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'Christmas Madrigal Roundezvous' is a sparkling, festive, and extremely clever original madrigal, sung in a round, with a contrasting, lilting middle section. The uplifting lyrics of 'A Festive Madrigal' begin that bright, jovial original madrigal, which 'sings in' the holiday season. A marvelous, accessible choice which also works well for smaller ensembles. The refreshing, new, secular Christmas madrigal 'Come, Sing! Come, Dance!' will definitely capture the spirit of the season. Designed for small or large groups, this a cappella gem is easy and accessible, yet sophisticated and challenging. Delightfully creative and absolutely charming!
| 9505 SHEET MUSIC $4.95 |
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A Cappella Christmas Vol. 1 |
The sheet music we've all been waiting for, finally some of Derric Johnson's finest Christmas arrangements have been printed for us to sing! Included are 3 Volumes of 4 songs each from the namesake recordings.
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9598 SHEET MUSIC $7.95
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What Tidings Bringest Tho, Messenger? SSA |
The gentle arrangement of the Basque traditional tune, 'O Bethlehem,' uses subtly deployed drones to mark it as a shepherds' carol. The paraphrased text is suitable for general Christmas use, especially on Christmas Eve. The medieval English carol, 'What Tidings Bringest Tho, Messenger?' has question-and-answer dialogue between refrain and verses, making it very effective for pageant performance, as well as for church or concert use. Thie full, yet gentle setting of the beloved Christmas hymn, 'Silent Night' is perfect for a candlelight service or quiet concert closer. The low, rocking chords of the background choral parts are the same for all three stanzas. Interest is built by the addition of a second-stanza solo and third-stanza descants. Experiment with assigning the descants to instruments, or with supporting or replacing the lower voices with organ.
| 9562 SHEET MUSIC $7.95 |
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He Is Born (Arr. Scott, K. Lee) |
'He is Born' is fun to sing, with varied textures and has a great variety of compositional techniques. 'My Dancing Day' is a popular old English text and carol, perfect for High school choir Christmas concerts or church choir. It has a variety of contrasts and vocal colors. 'O Holy Child' is a lovely, original carol with lilting "Alleluia" refrains and contrasting introspective verses. Thought provoking textual imagery. Basically two musical ideas (refrain and verse) repeated several times. It is koyful to learn, rewarding to perform and requires flexibility and sensitivity from the singers. 'This Night Did God Become a Child' is a 3-stanza homophonic setting with syncopated "Alleluias" and antiphonal-echo effects. In 'There Is No rose of Such Virtue,' arching melodic line and warm harmonies join hands in the elegantly simple setting for the Christmas season. Laubengayer's arrangement of 'Silent Night' has the traditional text set to a new tune.
| 9586 SHEET MUSIC $6.95 |
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Gabriel's Message |
Gabriel's Message is an 8-part divisi (the beginning splits into 16 parts!) triumphant Christmas Chart. 'Jingle Bells' features a fun vocal accompaniment with great opportunities for soloists. 'I Wonder As I Wander' is a sweet carol with beautiful vocal textures. In this arrangement of 'Go Tell It On The Mountain' the composer focuses on the text, bringing out the meaning of the song, which is often not understood. The 'Twenty Christmas Canons' are easily accessible as they can be performed by all voice types and in any key.
| 9567 SHEET MUSIC $8.95 |
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Christmas Time Is Here (Arr. Vince Guaraldi) |
With 'Christmas Time Is Here, the famous Vince Guaraldi theme song from A Charlie Brown Christmas in an expressive a cappella setting. What a great feature for jazz and concert groups alike! 'Do You Hear What I Hear?' has a beautiful solo for either a male or female voice with fun vocal accompaniment, sure to challenge and excite your choir. Snowflakes is a gorgeous original work by Lane Johnson based on the poem by Henry Longfellow. Perfect for your winter concert! Each verse in Biegels arrangement of 'The Twelve Days of Christmas' is different than the last, the audience is sure to stay interested till the very end.
| 9548 SHEET MUSIC $7.95 |
Christmas Spirituals
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And His name shall be called (Ken Burton) Away in a manger (arr. Bob Chilcott) Behold that star (arr. Bob Chilcott) Children, go where I send thee (arr. Roderick Williams) Go, tell it on the mountain (arr. Ken Burton) Mary had a baby (arr. Roderick Williams) Mighty Wonder (Bob Chillcot) Rise up, shepherd, and follow (arr. Bob Chillcot) Remember, O thou man (Bob Chilcott) Star of the night (Ken Burton) The Virgin Mary had a baby boy (arr. Ken Burton) Wasn't that a mighty day! (arr. Ken Burton) |
Christmas Spirituals is a fresh and inspiring collection of new spiritual arrangements and orginal pieces in a gospel style for SATB groups of every size and ability. All the best-loved spirituals are here including "Mary Had A Baby", "Go Tell It To The Mountain" and "Rise Up, Shepherd and Follow", whilst the new songs are sure to become tomorrow's "classics". Together, the 12 pieces represent a wonderful diverse telling of the Christmas story to delight and inspire choirs and their audiences throughout this season of the year.
| 9035 SONGBOOK $12.95 |
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Go Tell It On The Mountain Mary's Little Boy Child Christmas In De Tropics Rise Up, Shepherd, And Foller Wasn't That A Might Day Ring De Christmas Bells Mary, Mary, Where Is Your Baby? Christmas Gift
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Rise Up Shepherd |
This exciting suite tells the story of the birth of Christ by weaving spirituals together. The shepherds start the journey with RISE UP, SHEPHERD. Two other spirituals follow -- WHAT MONTH WAS MY JESUS BORN IN and THE VIRGIN MARY HAD-A ONE SON -- leading into "Mary Had a Baby, SHOUT FOR JOY!" The suite ends with a rousing gospel arrangement of GO TELL IT ON THE MOUNTAIN. This idiomatic suite would be at home in school and church programs alike.
| 9107 SHEETMUSIC $4.95 |
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Goin' to Bethlehem SATB |
This exciting original Christmas spiritual, "Goin' To Bethlehem," by Jay Althouse opens with the men stating the rhythmic theme, followed by the middle voices and finally the sopranos. The three verses include much repetition but plenty of surprises-including a women's section contrasted by the men, and an optional high descant on the driving finish. A fresh new work that's solidly rooted in the classic spiritual traditions. An Althouse winner and a must for your holiday concerts! An exiting new Christmas spiritual from Mary Kay Beall and Jay Althouse. "Two folks comin' to Bethlehem town. No room, no room!," Includes brief solos for one male and one female. Every Christmas concert needs a spiritual and this powerful a cappella number is IT! "Have You Heard The News? Is everything you have come to love and expect from a Jay Althouse Christmas spiritual, and a whole lot more. Lively and quick lyrics, solid rhythmic hooks, and refreshing parallel chords fill every phrase, followed by melodic riffs from the men's section. A contrasting middle section gently holds back before the A section returns including a well-written modulation and rousing descant over the final flourish. A great addition to your choral library. "Star Of Glory" is an exciting, original, a cappella Christmas spiritual from Jay Althouse in the tradition of his "No Room," "Have You Heard?," and "Whisper! Whisper!" Lots of effective dynamic contrasts make this a thrilling choral work for both singers and audience. Lush, slow middle section contrasts with up-tempo opening and closing sections. A quality choral work for your Christmas concerts. Another memorable Christmas spiritual from Jay Althouse. Strong dynamic contrasts (from "Whisper, whisper, tiny baby in a manger lay" to "Shout it out from the hills and valleys; baby born today") make this a winner for your choir. A lush middle section contrasts with the rhythmic excitement of the opening theme. Brief, easy solos for both a male and female singer. A cappella.
| 9232 SHEETMUSIC $9.95 |
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Look-A That Star SATB |
A new, original Christmas spiritual by Jay Althouse in the tradition of his top-selling "Whisper!, Whisper!," "I saw a Star," and "Star of Glory." "Come, See The Baby" features much three-part singing over a solid, traditional bass part, as well as an echo section between the women and the men. Sudden dynamic changes are powerful and effective (and simple to sing). "Have You Heard The News" is everything you have come to love and expect from a Jay Althouse Christmas spiritual, and a whole lot more. Lively and quick lyrics, solid rhythmic hooks, and refreshing parallel chords fill every phrase, followed by melodic riffs from the men's section. A contrasting middle section gently holds back before the A section returns including a well-written modulation and rousing descant over the final flourish. A great addition to your choral library. If you're having trouble finding a good, singable spiritual, look no further! Patsy Simms' arrangement of the traditional "Good News" is your choice. Features a rollicking piano accompaniment, some handclapping and a swinging descant on the final chorus. "Festival Deck The Hall" is a fresh and contemporary a cappella approach to a traditional carol. Jay Althouse has added wonderful new rhythms and harmonies, and has added a completely unique "fa la la" section reminiscent of a Swingle Singers arrangement. The first part of each phrase is true to the original carol; it's the "fa la la's" which take off in a whirlwind of choral excitement. Original, exceptional...and your singers will love it! Also included in thiis package is "Look-A That Star," "Who's That Baby," and "The Twenty-Fifth Day Of December."
| 9233 SHEET MUSIC $9.95 |
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Have You Heard? |
"Have you heard the story of the baby boy, born in Bethlehem?" From that simple question Jay Althouse has crafted another superb, original Christmas spiritual. It features contrasting dynamics (excellent for teaching phrasing), male and female solos, and a tender middle section which contrasts with the hushed excitement of the opening and closing melody. Includes a descant on the final chorus. " Whisper! Whisper!" - Another memorable Christmas spiritual from Jay Althouse. Strong dynamic contrasts (from "Whisper, whisper, tiny baby in a manger lay" to "Shout it out from the hills and valleys; baby born today") make this a winner for your choir. A lush middle section contrasts with the rhythmic excitement of the opening theme. Brief, easy solos for both a male and female singer. "Star of Glory" is an exciting, original, a cappella Christmas spiritual from Jay Althouse in the tradition of his "No Room," "Have You Heard?," and "Whisper! Whisper!" Lots of effective dynamic contrasts make this a thrilling choral work for both singers and audience. Lush, slow middle section contrasts with up-tempo opening and closing sections. A quality choral work for your Christmas concerts. "Look-A That Star" - What a great new Christmas spiritual! It's the perfect a cappella number for your choir: the simple harmonies and rhythmic pulse propel this piece from beginning to end. Features dynamic contrasts, a lush middle section and two short solos. Your SATB and 3-part mixed choirs will sound their very best on Look-A That Star. " Alleluia Seven" - Much repetition and a catchy makes this 7/8 number deceptively easy to learn. Opens with eight measures in 7/8, then a smooth, homophonic andante section in 4/4, followed by a repeat of the opening 7/8 section. Great for competitions and festivals.
| 9289 SHEET MUSIC $8.95 |
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Good News! TTBB |
A selection of superb well-crafted orginal a cappella Christmas sprituals. "Good News" opens with an energetic melody sung by the low voice with the upper three voices singing in counterpoint above. Rhythmic energy develops the piece and it ends with an electrifyimg eight measure coda that's the pinnacle of excitement. No solos, no tempo changes make for quick learning. In the classic spiritual tradition, yet fresh and contemporary." Whisper! Whisper!" has strong dynamic contrasts (from "Whisper, whisper, tiny baby in a manger lay" to "Shout it out from the hills and valleys; baby born today") make this a winner for your ensemble. A lush middle section contrasts with the rhythmic excitement of the opening theme. "Who's That Baby?" opens with the basses asking, in a hushed, rhythmic melody, "Who's that baby in a manger bed?" The text is classic spiritual style, but the music is anything but... it's fresh, new, and alive! "Have You Heard?" features contrasting dynamics (excellent for teaching phrasing), male solos, and a tender middle section which contrasts with the hushed excitement of the opening and closing melody. Includes a descant on the final chorus.
| 9167 SHEET MUSIC $6.95 |
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