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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he Contest of the Ivy and the Holly - Kerry Andrews |
The Ivy and the Holly is a superb collection of carols and motets for Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany by contemporary composers. Scored for mixed voices - a cappella and with keyboard - the pieces present a wide range of styles and sonorities. A great collection for church and concert choirs alike. The New Horizons series showcases the wealth of exciting, innovative, and occasionally challenging choral music being written today. It encompasses the whole gamut of small-scale choral genres, both secular and sacred, and includes pieces for upper-voice and mixed choirs. With titles by some of the most accomplished choral composers active in Great Britain and abroad, the series introduces new repertoire and fresh talent to a broad spectrum of choirs. New Horizons features composers with growing reputations for quality composition reflecting a strong individual voice. The series is continually expanding and should be the first place to look for attractive and performable contemporary choral music.
| 8110 SONGBOOK $19.95 |
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Procession |
Written for SATB (or SAA) voices and harp (or piano), this popular christmas choral collection is perfect for your holiday concert.
| 9394 SONGBOOK $7.95 SATB |
| 9393 SONGBOOK $7.95 SAA |
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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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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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Gaudete! brings together ten exciting new arrangements of traditional carols by one of the world's best-loved writers of Christmas choral music. From the simple understated beauty of 'Away in a manger' to an exuberant jazz waltz version of 'We wish you a merry Christmas', the volume takes a fresh look at classics of the Christmas repertoire and embraces a dazzling array of styles and moods. It includes both a cappella and accompanied items. This inspired collection is a must-have for all concert and church choirs.
| 7066 SONGBOOK $10.95 |
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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, 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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The Augsburg Choirbook for Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany is an exciting collection of choral music for the season. Includes SATB, two-part and three-part settings of much-loved liturature from the Augsburg choral library as well as newly composed settings. This comprehensive collection will immediately appeal to directors, singers, and listeners.
| 9639 SONGBOOK $14.95 |
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A Child Is Born in Bethlehem A Little Child was Born All You Shepherds Amid the Silence Angels We Have Heard on High As Joseph Was A-Walking Bearing Good News We ComeB Born Is Jesus Christ Is Come From Heav'n Today Christmas Bells Christ Was Born in Bethelehem Good Christian Friends Rejoice Go, Tell It on the Mountain He Who Made the Starry Skies Lo, How A Rose E'er Bloomings Mary Had A Baby O Come, All Ye Faithful O My Dear Heart On the Mountain Silent Night Sing Noel! The First Noel There's a Star in the East The Son of God The Virgin, Filled with Joy Thou Little Sweet Darling We Three Kings While By My Sheep |
Adapt the core repertoire of the season to match your resources and available rehearsal time. Contains unison, 2/3 equal, 2/3/4 mixed voice, accompanied and a cappella arrangements of the classics - pick the version that suits your needs or create varied arrangements by choosing stanzas from various settings.
| 5575 SONGBOOK $9.95 |
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Ave Maria |
Adapt the core repertoire of the season to match your resources and available rehearsal time. Contains unison, 2/3 equal, 2/3/4 mixed voice, accompanied and a cappella arrangements of the classics - pick the version that suits your needs or create varied arrangements by choosing stanzas from various settings.
| 5574 SONGBOOK $7.95 |
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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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In the Bleak Midwinter SATB a cappella |
Jay Rouse has been recognized as one of the finest arrangers of church choral music to emerge in the last few years. His musical insights, spiritual sensitivity, and skillful creativity come to life in this outstanding choral publication for Christmas. Jay Rouse broadens the scope of his choral arranging through these exquisite, challenging and rewarding arrangements of the Christmas seasons’ most timeless classics
| 7025 SONGBOOK $9.95 |
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SATB a cappella |
Jay Rouse has been recognized as one of the finest arrangers of church choral music to emerge in the last few years. His musical insights, spiritual sensitivity, and skillful creativity come to life in this outstanding choral publication for Christmas. Jay Rouse broadens the scope of his choral arranging through these exquisite, challenging and rewarding arrangements of the Christmas seasons’ most timeless classics
| 7026 SONGBOOK $6.95 |
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SATB a cappella |
You will find plenty of performance options with this practical and value-packed collection of a cappella Christmas favorites.
| 7092 SONGBOOK $3.95 |
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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 |
| 9623 SONGBOOK $5.95 SAA |
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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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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Angels We Have Heard on Highr Gladys Pitcher The Birthday of a King Carol of the Russian Children Christmas is Coming Coventry Carol Deck the Hall The First Nowell The Friendly Beasts God Rest You Merry, Gentlemenr Good King Wenceslas Hark! The Herald AngelGood King Wenceslass Sing The Holly and the Ivy It Came Upon a Midnight Clearr Jingle Bells Joy to the World Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming O Come, All Ye Faithful O Come, O Come, Emmanuel r O Holy Night O Little Town of Behtlehem Shepherds, Shake off Your Drowsy Sleep Silent Night Susanni Wassail Song r We Three Kings of Orient Are We Wish You a Merry Christmas What Child is This? (Greensleeves) r While By My Sheep |
30 Old and New Christmas Carols for church, home or community singing. This edition is for unison or four-part mixed voices.
| 9609 SONGBOOK $2.95 |
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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 |
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What Child Is This? |
Here's a striking collection of superbly arranged carols. Simple yet distinctive instrumentation provides added depth and excitement. Use them individually or perform them as a concert set. SATB
| 9041 SONGBOOK $9.95 |
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Manger Dance |
A collection of stunning arrangements featured on the Dale Warland Singers album "Sing We of Christmas". SATB
| 9042 SONGBOOK $9.95 |
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Arranged for unaccompanied mixed voices by Paul Arma with English text by Eric Smith these pieces are from "Melodien der Rumanischen Colinda".
| 8063 SHEET MUSIC $5.95 |
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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Veni, Redemptor Gencium SATB a cappella |
The New Oxford Book of Carols (1992) was born of the need for a practical collection presenting carols either in their original versions (where such a concept was relevant) or in versions that respected the essential character of the melodies and their texts. The original 700-page book, which contains alternative versions of many carols, also offers an extensive historical introduction and notes to individual carols, from which the information below is summarized. The word "carol" has had a variety of meanings, starting as a dance-song in the Middle Ages. Carols are now almost exclusively associated with Christmas, and their subject-matter is either midwinter cheer, or the conception and birth of Christ. While modern secular practice is to sing them before Christmas, they formerly belonged to the period between Christmas eve and Epiphany. Our own criteria for selecting carols re that the content must be narrative, contemplative or celebratory, the spirit simple, the form normally strophic.
| 9646 SONGBOOK $4.50 |
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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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What'cha Gonna Bring For Christmas? - arr. Andy Beck |
Develop your choir's a cappella skills with "Alleluia Madrigal", a straightforward original madrigal by Donald Moore. Traditional harmonies, modest ranges, and lots of repetition make it a quick-learn piece. Contrasting dynamics and a lilting three-four meter create a joyful song that is good for Christmas or general use. "What'cha Gonna Bring For Christmas?" - Feature your best solo crooner(s) on this ’50s inspired a cappella chorus that begs Santa for a timeless teen wish: “Won’t you bring me someone to love?” The choir serves equally as the featured act (of the chorus and bridge) and the backup singers (for two dreamy verses). The final falsetto phrases and 7th chord cadence deliver a sweet doo-wop ending. "Christmas Eve Is Here" - A fresh approach to this early French carol. Polyphony resounds as sections of the choir perform unique and overlapping lines in a minor mode. Performance options include any combination of a cappella choir, handbells or tonechimes, piano, hand drum, and tambourine. Impressive. "Come, See The Baby" is a new, original Christmas spiritual by Jay Althouse. This full-sounding work 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).
| 7011 SHEET MUSIC $12.95 |
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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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SATB |
'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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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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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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'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!
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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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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.
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O Sapientia |
Composed for the Reykjavik Cathedral Choir's "Solo Dei Gloria" Festival in 2004, Advent Antiphons is an exquisite concert setting of the Great O Antiphons. Traditionally chanted or sung between 17 and 23 December, the Antiphons comprise seven brief prayers which proceed in sequence, charting events from before Creation through to the birth of Christ. The powerful sentiments conveyed in these texts are brought to the fore in Chilcott's masterful writing for double choir; he embroiders a beautifully textured work in which echoes of plainchant combine with richly expressive harmony. In the third and fifth movements, the composer instructs the individual sopranos and altos in each choir to sing their parts in their own rhythm, to entrancing effect. Without doubt, this is some of Chilcott's finest music to date; subtle yet potent, haunting, and uplifting.
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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.
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