Carols from around the world - sheet music & songbook arrangements



Carols of the World Arrangements

Bob Chilcot (editor): World Carols for Choirs

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.

9095 SONGBOOK $15.95

Mixed Voice


Bob Chilcot (editor): World Carols for Choirs

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.

9411 SONGBOOK $15.95

Upper Voice


Various Arrangers: Carols from Around The World

Haitian Noel - arr. Felix Baptiste
Two Swedish Carols - arr. Lee R. Kesselman
Gloucestershire Wassail - arr. Norman Luboff
Whence Comes This Rush Of Wings - arr. Norman Luboff
Joulupuu on Rakennetu - arr. Charles Collins
The Stone House Caro - arr. Rupert Bond

SATB a cappella

"The Stone House Carol" is based on the old French Carol, “Noel Nouvelet” and has a beautiful melody and words. By joining this with the English Language Easter Carol version, it was possible to write a piece meditating on the Greatest Love (and Sacrifice) of all. After a short mysterioso introduction the main theme is stated three times, at first tentatively, then triumphantly. The final verse returns to the sense of awe and mystery of the introduction, ending with a musical question mark that is perhaps testing our response to the words being uttered. The two popular Swedish Christmas Carols, "Nu Är Detv Jul Igen" and "Na Juldagsmorgon Glimmar", capture complementary aspects of the Christmas spirit. Nu Är Detv Jul Igen is in the style of the Hambo, one of the most popular of Swedish folk dances. At Christmas time, the Hambo is danced around the Yule tree by children gaily singing these playful verses. Nar Juldagsmorgon Glimmar is a more expressive carol, filled with the magic of Jesus' birth in the humble manger. Throughout the arrangement, the dance carol should be sung lightly and accented, with a dancing buoyancy. Nar Juldagsmorgon Glimmar should be sung legato with expressive lines and should never be covered by the quicker carol. "Joulupuu on Rakennetu" is a Finnish carol and two Norman Lubuff arrangements makes this a great collection.

8070 SHEET MUSIC $9.95

Various: World Carols for Upper Voices



The Virgin Mary Had A Baby Boy - arr. Stephen Hatfield Treble
Two Baroque Christmas Classics - arr. Judith Blezzard SSA
The Angel Gabriel - arr. Audrey Snyder

SSA a cappella

The arrangement of "The Virgin Mary Had A Baby Boy" explores the Caribbean style known as “Afro-Cuban”: independent melodic lines with strong rhythmic pulses are superimposed to build up textures that are both rich and translucent. Every section of the choir is spot-lit; every section gets its turn to lead. The piece would especially suit a choir in search of something seasonal but upbeat which is not a “novelty number.” The Basque carol "The Angel Gabriel" in an exuberant setting by Audrey Snyder can be performed a cappella or accompanied. A wonderful showcase for SSA voices. These a cappella works are a nice addition to the repertoire for women's chorus and includes "Jetzt ist die rechte Freudenzeit" and" Ecce Maria" (Praetorius) with German and English texts.

8076 SHEET MUSIC $4.95

Various Arrangers: Christmas A Cappella From Around The World

Jamaican Noel (arr. Kirby Shaw)
Calypso Carol (arr John Bertalot)
Les Anges Dans Nos Campagnes (France) arr. Alice Parker
Fum, Fum, Fum (Spain) arr Ed Lojeski
Pasko Na Naman (Philippines) arr. George Hernandez
Rocking Carol (Czechoslovakia) arr. Dan Kallman
Zvim Na Zemlji Mir (Croatia) arr. Dinham
Shiao Bao-Bao (China)
Vamos, Pastorcitos! (Puerto Rico)
Dzisiaj W Betlejem (Poland)

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

Eduardo Marzo (editor): Fifty Christmas Carols of all Nations

God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen (English)
Silent Night (German)
In Bethlehem (Dutch)
Let Our Gladness Know No End (Bohemian)
Oh Sleep, Sleep On, Thou Fair Child Jesus (Alsatian)
As Lately We Watched (Austrian)
In a Manger He is Lying (Polish)
Kolyada (Russian)
O Fir Tree Dark, O Fir Tree Dear (Swedish)
Christmas Brings Joy To Every Heart (Danish)
And many more..

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

Various Arrangers: Peace On Earth

As Lately We Watched (Austria)
The Simple Birth (Belgium)
The Huron Carol (Canada)
Going to Bethlehem (Chile)
Quickly Now, O Shepherds (Columbia)
Hear, O Shepherds (Croatia)
Come, All Ye Shepherds (Czech Republic)
A Child Is Born in Bethlehem (Denmark)
Away in a Manger (England)
Angels We Have Heard on High (France)
and many more!

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 SHEET MUSIC $10.95

Various Arrangers: Spanish Carols

A La Nanita Nana - arr. Norman Luboff
Riu, Riu, Chiu: El Lobo Rabioso - arr. Goff Richards
Adorar al Nino (Come Adore The Baby) - arr. Emily Crocker
Pastores a Belen - arr. Emily Crocker
Que Regalo? (What Shall I Bring?) - arr. Emily Crocker
Spanish Shepherds' Song - arr. Goff Richards
Over All The Land - arr. Goff Richards
E La Don Don Verges Maria - arr. Noah Greenberg
Riu Riu Chiu - arr. Noah Greenberg
Dadme albricias, hijos d'Eva - arr. Noah Greenberg

SATB a cappella

A fine collection of unaccompanied Spanish Christmas carols with both English and Spanish text along with a pronunciation guide. The Emily Crocker arrangements, as always, are delightful and are most rewarding in performance. The King's Singers arrangements of three traditional carols are a special treat and the Norman Luboff arrangement of "A La Nanita Nana" is from his Holiday hit album "Songs of Christmas". Rounding out the collection are three arrangements of sixteenth century carols from the New York Pro Musica series.

8042 SHEET MUSIC $11.50

Walter Ehret / George K. Evans: The International Book of Christmas Carols

164 Carols

164 easy arrangements with chords of carols from around the world, complete with lyrics in the original language as well as English. This special collection also includes historical background information on the observance of Christmas through the years and notes about specific carols to give added understanding. Songs are included from England, Italy, Latin America, Spain, Scandinavia, Poland, Czech Republic, and more.

9612 SONGBOOK $24.95

Satis N. Coleman / Elin K. Jorgensen: Christmas Carols from Many Countries

Boar's Head Carol (English)
An Weihnachten (German)
Bergers, pour qui cette fete (French)
Noel Nouvelet (French)
Voici le noel (Alsatian)
vom himmel hoch (Austrian)

And many more..

Arranged for unchanged voices, this collection of old favorites, familiar carols with new settings, carols in original foreign languages and newly translated carols is a great resource for those who want to add a little more repertoire to their Christmas caroling. Includes 75 carols,

9592 SONGBOOK $7.95

Various: World Christmas Music for Womens Choirs

A Babe is Born, arr. Philip Lane
Three Christmas Carols from Austria and Germany, arr. Lionel Lethbridge
Cradle Song (from Salzburg)
The Nightingale (from Fraconia)
Cradle Song (from the Tyrol)
Three Christmas Carols from South America, arr. Lionel Lethbridge
One Family (Brazil)
Shepherds Are Watching (Argentina)
The Journey (Chile)
Three Austrian Carols, arr. Andrew Carter
Lieb Nachtigall
Freu Dich
Yodel Carol
Ding Dong! Merrily On High, arr. Andrew Carter

SSA a cappella

This collection of world Christmas carols is perfect for any choir wanting to explore a broader selection of carols to sing for their Holiday concerts. Austrian, German, South American and North American carols, all in one package!

9515 SHEET MUSIC $9.95

Walter Ehret & George K. Evans: Christmas Carols of France

We Sing in Celebration
He is Born, the Holy Child
Angels O'er the Fields Were Singing
O Come Away, Ye Shepherds
The Sleep of the Infant Jesus
What is This Perfume So Appealing?
Neighbor, What Has You So Excited?
O Holy Night
Pat-a-Pans
Ballad of Jesus Christ
Although You Still are Weak and Helpless
Christmas Comes Anew
Sleep, Little Dove
Shepherd, Shake off Your Drowsy Sleep
Whence Comes This Rush of Wings Afar?
March of the Kings
Bring a Torch, Jeannette, Isabella
Touro-Louro-Louro
Whence Art Thou, My Maiden?

A collection of French Christmas carols for unison or 2-part voices with French and English texts.

9613 SHEET MUSIC $6.95

ionel Lethbridge: Six French Carols

Carol For Christmas Eve
The Journey of the Wise Men
The Shepherd's Carol
Will That Time Return Again?
Carol of of the Wise Men
Sing Praises

SSA a cappella

A selection of accessible arrangements of traditional French carols for treble voices.

8003 SHEET MUSIC $4.50

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