You will be pleasantly surprised to hear "Deck the Hall" set in a ballad style. Plus, the original "'Tis the season" theme makes a heartfelt introduction and interlude for the popular carol. A sweet, secular selection for holiday concerts.

Arranger: Ruth Morris Gray

Wish your audience a iMerry Christmas and a Happy New Year” in just a half a minute. This madrigal-style a cappella novelty is equally easy to learn and enjoyable to sing. Plus, itis a great choice for any seasonal performance: Christmas concerts, community events, madrigal feasts, door-to-door caroling, singing telegrams---you name it! Fun, flexible, and festive in all voicings.

Arranger: Donald Moore

Leroy Anderson's Christmas Festival has long been a staple of concert performances for both bands and orchestras. Russ Robinson has created SATB choral settings that can be used in performance. Sure to enhance any Christmas concert!

Arranger: Russell Robinson

This gentle lullaby is equally appropriate for school and church, offering a nativity text and a light choral texture. Lush harmonies reflect a faint jazz influence, while ethereal words softly sing the baby to sleep. "Angels are watching over thee."

Composer: Donald Moore

A holiday medley containing three cherished Baroque masterworks woven together in a festive musical celebration of the season. Showcase your entire music department on Vivaldi, Bach, and Handel by combining with the band, orchestra, or both!

Arranger: Douglas Wagner

This clever a cappella original is reminiscent of doo-wop groups from the '50s and '60s. The choir sings a "bop-bop-bop" refrain alternately with classic back-ups, as a soloist or small group croons the flirtatious text, weaving in popular song titles from back in the day. Novelty; Secular

Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Kirby Shaw

This incredibly versatile medley is a true tour de force, combining voices and instruments in a remarkable blending of carols to the newborn King. Incorporating "Hark, the Herald Angels Sing," "While by My Sheep I Watched at Night," "God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen," "Pat-a-Pan," "Still, Still, Still," and "Angels We Have Heard on High," "A Festival of Carols" can be performed with piano or organ, or - for extra sparkle - add the optional brass and percussion. And for those churches with full orchestra, an orchestral accompaniment is also available. What a glorious culmination for your Christmas services!

Arranger: Douglas Wagner

A 4-minute touch of class for your holiday program. This polished medley is rich with classic choral settings of favorite traditional carols. Fine fare for Christmas time.

Arranger: Andy Beck

What a treat: a gospel style original choral piece that fills the holidays with excitement. The infectious melody and full harmonies are highlighted by dynamic contrasts which add to the inherent power of the piece. Feature your best singers on two short solos backed up by choral "oo's." The strong choral writing and the easy, yet full sounding piano accompaniment make this a winner for your December concert. Great SoundTrax.

Arranger: Greg Gilpin

This artfully-crafted medley brings together several of Holst's best known and loved Christmas titles in just under four minutes. Sing with the provided piano part, the richly scored concert band accompaniment, or a step higher with a full or string orchestra.

Arranger: Douglas Wagner | Composer: Gustav Holst

Victor's arrangement of this gentle nativity carol from Spain is sung entirely in the original language (a pronunciation and translation are included). This sensitive treatment captures the lullaby mood and adds a light rhythmic undercurrent in moderate 3/4 time. The tonality shifts seamlessly between D minor and D major to reflect a text that moves from quieting the baby to a rushing fountain and singing birds. While the words do return, no two verses are set in the same manner, creating an ever-evolving arrangement. Piano fingers dance over the keys with triplet turns and easily grasp the bigger chords in the supportive and stylistic accompaniment. A nice contrast on holiday programs.

Arranger: Victor C. Johnson

Christina Rossetti's beloved "In the Bleak Midwinter" sings beautifully in this lovely setting for expressive choirs. The meaningful text and breathtaking music are worthy of artistic interpretation. A gracefully supportive piano contributes a few soloistic flourishes and an optional C-instrument (oboe on our recording) adds a gentle obbligato.

Arranger: Christina Rossetti

Here's a gorgeous setting of the text from "Angels We Have Heard on High" that includes a beautifully arranged verse of "Silent Night." Featuring long legato lines, expressive phrasing, and warm choral writing, this ethereal piece ignites musicality.

Arranger: Ruth Morris Gray

During the holidays, each of us yearns to have family and friends by our side. For those who canit be with us, we sing this special heartfelt song to encourage them to "find a place that feels like home." Dedicated to a special choir at Camp Lejeune, NC.

Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composer: Sally K. Albrecht

This serene pairing of "Still, Still, Still" and "Silent Night" will be a quick learn during your busiest time of year. Occasional counterpoint is scattered among traditional harmonies to create a lovely and luscious mini-medley. Equally appropriate for school and church, and for singers of any age.

Arranger: Sally K. Albrecht

Three cherished carols are incorporated into a lovely 4-minute Christmas medley for your whole music department. Perform this classic-sounding choral work with any combination of piano, concert band, or full orchestra accompaniment. A main event for holiday programs.

Arranger: Douglas Wagner | Composer: Vaughan Williams

With words adapted from the poem "Welsh New Year's Eve," this dance-like setting is a festive choice for wintertime concerts. The hand drum and bell parts are optional but enhance the new-age feel, and the easy-to-achieve mixed meter fits perfectly. Four refreshing voicings to choose from.

Arranger: Dave and Jean Perry | Composer: Jean Perry

To the trained ear, this Jay Althouse original displays onomatopoeia, harmonic intricacies, and skillful vocal writing. But for most, it's a tender ballad, beautiful in its simplicity and elegant in its austerity. Any choir can master the gentle tune and every choir will enjoy its musical expressiveness. A contemporary ballad just right for wintertime concerts. Optional SoundTrax and SoundPax parts are playable by student musicians. SoundPax includes parts for fl., cl., ob., Fr. horn., bsn./cello, gtr.

Arranger: Jay Althouse

This haunting minor-key original combines images of frosty winter with memories of the very first Christmas. "Child is born, the angels call, 'peace on earth, goodwill to all'." Perfect for school or church.

Arranger: David Waggoner

A new carol for Yuletide! The merry melody, punctuated by festive "Sing Noels" is passed through the choir, giving each section a small feature before a celebratory chorus unites the group in harmony. A minor section provides contrast in the middle, and the sopranos place joyful ornaments on the final joyful refrain.

Arranger: Jean Perry

With selections that are familiar but not overdone, the spirit of the season abounds in this festive four-song medley that transitions seamlessly from carol to carol. Performed in just over three minutes, this piece features traditional choral arranging techniques that will showcase every section of your choir.

Arranger: Andy Beck

This exuberant Christmas original features lots of echo sections, perfect for developing choirs. It also quotes parts of the well-known carol. Download a free snare drum part at alfred.com/choralparts.

Arranger: Sally K. Albrecht

This lyrical setting of the traditional Latin text overflows with warm harmonies and expressive melodic lines. Developing mixed and treble choirs will achieve a polished sound and appreciate an enriching musical experience. Accomplishable A-B-A form.

Composer: Brian Lewis

Beginning with an almost hymn-like section, Dave sets up a feeling of solemnity before he breaks into a joyful gospel feel. The result is electrifying and exciting. Very chordal in nature. This piece is from his large mass To Hope! A Celebration.

Composer: Dave Brubeck

Dr. Patrick Liebergen layers classic choral writing over an intricate piano invention from the Baroque era, creating an excellent opportunity to develop solid intonation, rich tone quality, and expressive ensemble phrasing. Rarely is it this simple to sound so good. Whether sung in English or German, Alleluia is a wonderful teaching piece, and a joyful addition to any program.

Arranger: Patrick Liebergen

A classic edition of the choral masterpiece from George Frideric Handel's "Messiah." Patrick Liebergen has carefully edited this work for today's choirs, tidying the notation, suggesting dynamics for performance, and reducing the instrumental accompaniment to a playable keyboard part. And it's cleanly laid out in a 16-page octavo that will fit neatly into your choir folders. Perform this fine masterwork from the choral literature of Handel at your holiday concert, and again at contest in the spring.

Arranger: Patrick Liebergen

A lively, a cappella chorus opens and closes this original Christmas spiritual with a sweet rubato chorale in the middle. Composed in a traditional style with a contemporary flair, each section of the choir has a moment to shine, especially the basses/baritones--singing spirited interjections throughout.

Arranger: Andy Beck

Feature two outstanding accompanists at the piano with this exceptional arrangement of the favorite Christmas carol, "Angels We Have Heard on High." From its rhythmic opening, through the fresh a cappella section, to its spectacular finish, you'll marvel at Philip Kern's energized arrangement. Full, contemporary choral singing in every voicing. A full-sounding SoundTrax CD featuring the 4-hand piano part is also available.

Arranger: Philip Kern

With verses in 5/4 and a jazz waltz refrain, Kirby's mellow rendition of this familiar carol is something truly fresh. An optional flute solo (available free at alfred.com/choralparts) is a hip addition to smooth choral parts that are a blast to sing. A highly creative take on a song that everyone knows!

Arranger: Kirby Shaw

This exuberant Christmas medley offers a fresh feature for holiday concerts and worship. A recurring musical theme ties six time-honored carols together and provides a festive lilt. Carefully crafted voice parts insure success. Titles: Angels We Have Heard on High * Hark! The Herald Angels Sing * O Come, All Ye Faithful * Gesu Bambino * In the Bleak Midwinter * Silent Night.

Arranger: Laura Farnell

The traditional strains of "Deck the Hall" are set in a lilting 6/8 tempo and echoed from part to part in this festive arrangement. Features an original polyphonic "fa-la-la-la" sequence and a delightful accompaniment. Now available SATB!

Composer: Greg Gilpin

What a fresh, fun, and bluesy approach to the Christmas season! As the song says, "Hallelujah!" Great track, too--or add live horns and rhythm. Check this out! https://leapingbrain.com/modshop/product/?shop=9&product=5651

Composer: Jay Althouse

Return to the 60s, the golden age of pop, with this new Christmas blast from the past by Jay Althouse. Listen to the girls: "Look at him, he's standing right below the mistletoe!" Then the guys: "Here I am...waiting for her. And it may take all night!" We won't mind if there's a little flirting on stage during this number. The groovy SoudTrax CD is a classic 60s pop production, complete with sleigh bells and timpani!

Arranger: Jay Althouse

The guys in your choir will shine singing this a cappella original that sounds like a traditional spiritual. Opens with a syncopated ostinato, adds a compelling minor-key melody, and expands into full four-part harmony. Gradually, voice parts disappear one by one, fading to the end. Newly Available for TTBB.

Composer: Donald Moore

Enjoy this original a cappella Christmas spiritual with optional bongo drum accompaniment. A slower contrasting middle section quotes a bit of "Go, Tell It on the Mountain." Features optional solos and descant. Exciting and rhythmic. And church choirs will enjoy it, too.

Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composer: Jay Althouse

This artistic setting features a text adapted from Rossetti's reverent "Before the Paling of the Stars." A haunting melodic theme sets the tone for this minor-mode gem, which could be considered a contemporary nativity carol. Gorgeous. Accompaniment available on PianoTrax 4 CD (00-35870).

Arranger: Ruth Morris Gray

A choral medley of four favorite Christmas spirituals: "Mary Had a Baby," "Rise Up Shepherd and Follow," "What You Gonna Call Your Pretty Little Baby?," and "Go, Tell It on the Mountain." Easy part-writing and familiar melodies make it a quick-learn piece, important during the holiday season.

Arranger: Jay Althouse

Here is an irresistible gospel style Christmas number from Greg Gilpin that your students will want to sing again and again. And with infectious syncopated rhythms, resonant gospel chords, and spirited handclaps added on the final a cappella refrain, it's sure to be a hit with your audience as well. Feature a low voice soloist on the catchy first verse, and high voice descant singers at the big finish. Effective with the piano or with the optional highly energized SoundTrax CD.

Arranger: Greg Gilpin

A touching and tender ballad for those far from home during the holidays. Overlapping vocal lines weave a beautiful tapestry of sound and deliver a poignant and timely message. Not difficult to sing, but highly effective.

Arranger: Greg Gilpin

Sing about angels, shepherds, wise men, the star, and "the baby born in Bethlehem" with this spirited original for Christmas. Choirs of any age will sound their best on the gospel harmonies and catchy hook. After a modulating bridge lifts the piece to a higher level, invite your singers (and audience) to add handclaps over the final refrain!

Arranger: Greg Gilpin

A multi-use choral featuring two texts---one for Christmas and one for general use. The minor key echo-format melody on the verses contrasts with a sparkling major key sound on the chorus. Percussion parts are available free, online. Church or school use.

Arranger: Jay Althouse

This syncopated show-stopper is sure to be a standout in any holiday program. Capture the excitement and anticipation of "Santais big night" with catchy rhythms, Christmastime lyrics, and an enjoyable chorus youill want to sing again and again. Festive and fun!

Arranger: Douglas Wagner

A must-have novelty number for choirs with a sense of humor! Offenbach's most famous overture has been skillfully arranged with familiar melodic themes that pass between sections of the choir, while remaining singers provide a rhythmic choral accompaniment. Achievable a cappella that your choir "can-can" master.

Arranger: Julie Eschliman | Composer: Jacques Offenbach

An Althouse/Albrecht winner! It combines the sentiments of all the December holidays by celebrating the candle, a universal symbol of peace. "One tradition unites us all: one glowing candle so small." A lovely message for the holiday season. Would make a fine finale to your December concert. Or start a candle lighting tradition. Flowing, melodic, touching. What more can you ask of a holiday choral work?

Arranger: Jay Althouse

"Candlelight in the night, shining on the past, . . . make tradition last." No matter which December holiday you celebrate, everyone can appreciate the inspirational symbol of candlelight. Unify your choir members with this beautiful ballad that honors varied holiday traditions with uncomplicated contemporary choral writing. Musical quotes from "This Little Light of Mine" provide recognizable moments, and the optional SoundTrax CD adds a gentle pop touch.

Arranger: Andy Beck | Composer: Andy Beck

A reflection on the candle as a symbol of peace, this simple yet elegant selection is appropriate for choirs of all ages, at any time of year. The beautiful single-octave melody (from D to D) is sung in unison before becoming a round. A contrasting refrain pleases the ear and warms the heart. This title is available in SmartMusic.

Arranger: Andy Beck

A haunting minor-key melody overlaps to create a textured canon in this reflective selection for the holidays. The evocative text depicts the warmth of Hanukkah candles in contrast to the chill of winter.

Arranger: Dave and Jean Perry | Composer: Jean Perry

Winter words are a perfect fit for this popular Ukrainian folk tune, as we sing about bundling up, sledding over hills and valleys, and dashing through snow-covered trees. The introduction and a brief interlude hint at what's to come---the familiar melody is not sung until later in the piece!

Arranger: Ruth Morris Gray

This expressive original carol will take your breath away and bring out the very best in your choir. One Latin phrase provides an elegant refrain in this distinctive selection for Christmas concerts and services.

Composer: Donald Moore

Familiar strains from traditional "O Come, All Ye Faithful" echo through the modulating midpoint of this joyous holiday original. Shifting tonality during the "noel" refrains is highly effective and easily achieved. A perfect way to greet the holidays!

Arranger: Andy Beck