Percussion part is for a Drum.

Arranger: Sally Ann Morris

This evolution of the "Huron Carol" is a hauntingly far cry from the familiar hymn version of this folk melody.It is a compelling SATB version that allows the choir to express the mystery of this unique French Canadian text. Flute and oboe parts are not incidental but inherently important throughout.This piece concludes with a fitting instrumental coda, which seems to describe the tranquil Christmas night.

Composer: Francis Patrick O'Brien

Composer: Glenn Rudolph

Composer: Almon C. Bock, II

8 Handbells.

Composer: Robert J. Batastini

The handbell part is optional.

Composer: Robert Farrell

Ring in the sounds of this 13th-century Christmas hymn with a dazzling new arrangement from Nick Palmer. This piece features two solo voices, with the choir (and assembly, if desired) singing the refrain "In cordis jubilo." The unchanging nature of the refrain makes this arrangement ideal for a processional.

Arranger: Nicholas Palmer

5 Handbells.

Composer: Richard Proulx

This gently rocking 6/8 setting of the Puer natus in Bethlehem translation adopts a quasi-Celtic style that employs a device reminiscent of a Scotch "snap," as well as a verse in which the men's voices provide a drone to support the lyrical lines of the women's parts. A lovely piece to use when you have a string ensemble and wind players at your disposal.Flute, oboe, string quintet and percussion parts are optional. Percussion part is for finger cymbals and wind chimes

Composer: Kevin Keil

Descant and C instrument parts are optional.

Composer: Nylea L. Butler-Moore

Composer: Thomas L Weitzel

C instrument part is optional.

Composer: Jean Warren Nichols

Composer: Sue Furlong

Settings of the Gloria incorporating the refrain of "Angels We Have Heard on High" are a wonderful way to encourage and inspire the sung prayer of diverse assemblies throughout the Christmas season. Alonso has adapted the verse tune and, inspired by the invigorating piano accompaniment of Cotter's arrangement of the hymn, he has expanded the composition further, specifically for ensembles in which piano or guitar is the primary accompanying instrument. Includes an alternate accompaniment, which may be more appropriate in certain instances.

Arranger: Tony Alonso

Guitar part is optional.ÊÊ

Arranger: Larry Harris

This lullaby has a completely bilingual text-you may choose to sing it all in Spanish, all in English, or with a combination of the two. In any language, though, the image of the Virgin Mary gently rocking the Infant-Savior will inevitably come to mind.

Arranger: Brent McWilliams

An anonymous Latin American lullaby with Spanish and English unison verses and an SATB refrain that several times repeats the text "A la ru, a lame." A special feature of this edition is an instrumental trio for flute, oboe, and cello included in the octavo.

Arranger: John Donald Robb

The pairing of an unusual text and atypical music! In a gentle 6/8 with a rolling eighth-note pastoral accompaniment, the melody cavorts over a wide range in unexpected leaps. This is not your ordinary lullaby. Check it out.

Composer: Ronald Schmoltze

Voices and instruments share the spotlight in this gentle Christmas piece. The choral writing is primarily unison, and is suitable for children's choir, women's choir, or unison mixed choir.Harp part is optional.Ê

Composer: Richard Proulx

A short but satisfying contemporary choral anthem for Christmas. Repeated material saves on rehearsal time, while meter changes and varying dynamics add aural interest. A short choral coda conflates the text of all three verses and is the perfect way to end this a cappella gem.

Composer: Paul J. Rausch

Jeff Honore has set his simple, memorable text, "We hear a silent noel...we sing a silent noel, we pray a silent noel in peace throughout the earth," dedicated to the deaf community.It's a treasure for SATB, keyboard/ guitar, and flute or violin that truly deserves to be heard!

Composer: Jeffrey Honore

Other composers may have set Richard Wilbur's text over the years, but David Hurd's ANDòJAR remains the standard against which other tunes are measured. Hurd himself created this setting, which is enriched with instrumental resources.Flute, organ and string quartet parts are optional.Ê

Composer: David Hurd

Keyboard or Harp.

Composer: David Hurd

Healey has set a traditional English carol in a style that is ethereal and atmospheric. The choral parts combine in a way that recalls some of the loveliest writing for organ. The part that is written for the organist is supportive of the voices, but never dominates.

Composer: Derek Healey

Flowing imitative melodic fragments give this highly accessible SAB Advent song a beautiful, haunting unity all the way to its affirming "Picardy third" final cadence.Small choirs will find satisfaction learning this in one rehearsal while preparing more festive and challenging fare.Ê

Composer: Ronald A. Nelson

Clarinet B-flat or B-flat Soprano Saxophone.Assembly part is optional.

Composer: John L. Bell

Taken from the collection Encounter: From the Heart of Pope Francis, G-9616, the stunning text for this beloved tune is matched only by the outstanding arrangement. This surprisingly simple piece will easily find the perfect home in your choir for the Christmas season.ÊLearn a little more about this piece in this short interview with Tony Alonso.Listen to the recording and preview the score to A Weary Couple in thisÊscore video.

Arranger: Tony Alonso

Arranger: Tony Alonso

The "O" Antiphons have been prayed for over a thousand years as part of the Vespers services during the fourth week of Advent. Marty Haugen's setting (using five of the seven antiphons) is appropriate during Advent and for any occasions that focus on longing for God. The contrast of the minor and major keys expresses yearning for God's promised reign in Jesus juxtaposed with our hope that God is with us.

Composer: Marty Haugen

This setting of an anonymous English 15th-century text recounts the act of Adam's original sin and the subsequent events leading to the birth of Mary, the Mother of God. Reminiscent of a Renaissance motet, this short, a cappella piece starts in unison and then divides into a full SATB texture.Ê Useful throughout Christmastide and particularly for celebrations of Mary, Mother of God.

Composer: Douglas Green

Bring new life to your Lessons and Carols service through the ancient beauty of this 15th-century English text, which reflects on the mystery of the sin of Adam that led to Mary's queenship-thanks be to God! A pronunciation guide and paraphrase are provided.

Composer: Charles Snider

Composer: Nicholas Palmer

The Communion antiphons for each of the Sundays of Advent are presented here with appropriate verses set to psalm tones for unison or mixed voices. The easily sung settings set a dignified tone for the liturgical moment. Note that the accompaniments work equally well played on piano or organ-or try the verses with a cappella SATB voices.

Composer: Russell J Weismann

From the composer of the timeless "I Am the Bread of Life," comes this re-released classic for SATB voices. Featuring a rhythmic, two-part a cappella refrain for soprano and alto, this Advent song can be used several places within worship, or even as a call to worship. The verses may be sung with a soloist or in parts, accompanied or a cappella. Try this one with your choir-you'll be glad you did!The keyboard accompaniment is optional.

Composer: Suzanne Toolan

Composer: John L. Bell

Composer: Godfrey Schroth

Compelling rhythmic variety and a heartwarming text make this short anthem especially useful for small choirs during the Christmas season. An optional C instrument part brings a delicate playfulness to the keyboard accompaniment.More music for small choirs

Composer: John D Becker

An arrangement of the popular 15th-century carol puer nobis. From a quiet beginning that builds in volume and texture through the first four stanzas, it moves into a bold fifth stanza that shifts from triple meter into an accented duple that climaxes on the words "we sing our thanks in ceaseless praise." It then begins a rather nicely elongated return to a quiet conclusion ending with the last sixteen bars hummed pp.

Arranger: Robert Denham

This festive, versatile setting of the psalm for Christmas morning captures the joy of the day. The flexible scoring makes the piece perfect for the organ-based choir or piano-led ensemble.

Arranger: Lynn Trapp

There are many ways to present this multifaceted piece. A combination of texts and tunes from some of the most revered music for Advent, this contrapuntal work incorporates the tunes CONDITOR ALME SIDERUM in the tenor, STUTTGART in the C instrument part, and ES IST EIN' ROS' ENTSPRUNGEN in the alto and bass parts. The sopranos sing an original tune using the text of Veni, veni Emmanuel. Each part can be sung individually, together as a whole, or any combination in between.Contents: melodies of ES IST EIN' ROS' ENTSPRUNGER; CONDITOR ALME SIDERUM; STUTTGART and an original tune for "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel."

Arranger: Orin Johnson | Composer: Orin Johnson

This elegant text by Adam Tice is perfectly set by Sally Ann Morris. The delicate accompaniment and graceful melody support and enrich, but never overshadow, the narrative. You will definitely want to add this beautiful piece to your Christmas or Epiphany celebrations.Ê

Composer: Sally Ann Morris

Composer: John Siler

A beautiful Advent text.Ê

Composer: Almon C. Bock, II

Begin with this piece as your prelude to really set a tone of rejoicing at your Christmas celebrations. This festive work for organ and SATB voices is filled with the cheer of the season.

Composer: Steven Van Wye

Trumpet woven into octavo or available alone 4322INST.Ê

Arranger: Richard Proulx

Composer: Robert J. Powell

The feature of this arrangement for unison voices (children's choir, or small adult ensemble) is contained in the adventurous piano accompaniment. While wonderful on its own, the independent nature of the accompaniment makes the unison voices sound like a whole lot more than what's actually on the page. The assembly can easily join in the familiar refrain.

Arranger: Peter Niedmann

Take this all-time favorite Christmas carol and apply the arranging genius of Richard Proulx, and-well, that says it all!

Arranger: Richard Proulx

Your choir will love this jaunty setting of the familiar carol tune. This short piece explores a number of meters that, when sung with a spirited lightness, will captivate the assembly-and maybe leave them just a little breathless! Great for youth choirs as well as adults!

Arranger: Eric M. Pazdziora

A sturdy arrangement.

Arranger: Eugene Englert | Composer: Henry Smart