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Traditional Christmas carols are given modern interpretations by some of today's leading choral arrangers. Not the same old arrangements here!
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Review: "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".
Songlist: Masters in This Hall, O Holy Night, Of the Father's Love Begotten, Silent Night
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Here is a stately setting of the traditional hymn with four stanzas in Latin (with optional English verses) that will be accessible and very useful for many Christmas programs and services. Optional strings. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ChoirTrax CD. String parts (vln 1, vln 2, vla, vcl, bs) available as a digital download. Duration: 3:05.
Arranger: John Purifoy
This German Baroque composer known primarily as a hymn writer gives us this sturdy hymn setting words by Paul Gerhardt. Master composer and arranger John Leavitt does not get in the way of this stylish Baroque writing while adding a descant for the final verse. This works in church or in a school concert.
Arranger: John Leavitt | Composer: Johann Georg Ebeling
A lilting flute obbligato floats above the dance-like vocals of this French carol in an accessible arrangement that will enhance performances by treble choirs of all ages. Beginning with a unison first verse and progressing to two and then three parts, this will be a welcome Christmas addition.
Arranger: Julie Ann Ballard
This sparkling gem from the pen of John Leavitt makes a marvelous addition to the Christmas season. Accompany with keyboard or with the delightful chamber orchestration.Available separately: SATB and 2-Part. Instrumental ePak includes Score and Parts for Flute 1, 2, Oboe, Clarinet 1, 2, Bassoon, Percussion 1, 2, Harp, Violin 1, 2, Viola, Cello and Bass. ShowTrax CD also available. Performance Time: Approx. 3:05
Arranger: John Leavitt
This festive 4-minute medley combines three favorites into an easily learned celebration of carols. Opening with a joyful Deck the Hall, it moves into a spirited Joy to the World, before the exuberant concluding song Angels We Have Heard on High. Perform with piano alone or the sparkling full orchestration for a Merry Christmas, indeed, for choirs in school, church and community!
Arranger: John Leavitt
Here is a tapestry of carols that you will perform again and again! Opening brightly with a mixed meter choral fanfare, it then moves into a smooth and unhurried verse and chorus of Angels We Have Heard on High, followed by Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming and culminating with a joyful Hark! The Herald Angels Sing. It can be performed with piano or a cappella, making it especially useful for community performances. Available separately: SATB, SSAA. Duration: ca. 3:20.
Arranger: Emily Crocker
The first verse of this traditional Spanish carol is sung in Spanish. The second verse is in English. Both verses are accompanied by piano. Verse three is rubato, a cappella and once again in Spanish. The last verse is energetic and ends up tempo leaving everyone understanding that, although the time of year may be cold, there is much to love during Cold December.
Arranger: Audrey Snyder
One of the most recorded songs in history, this beloved Christmas classic addresses both meek and powerful with a compelling plea for peace. This setting captures the mystery and drama inherent in the lyrics along with a fresh harmonic palette that gives it a contemporary flair. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Combo parts available digitally (cl1/fl, cl2, cl3/bcl, tpt1, tpt2, tbt3, tbn1, tbn2, btbn, syn, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 3:30.
Arranger: Mark Brymer
This carol tells the story of the king who on Saint Stephen's Day endures harsh weather as he and his page bring food and fuel to a poor peasant. This sturdy setting (optional a cappella) presents the verses with textural, tempo and harmonic variations for a colorful Christmas showcase!
Arranger: Audrey Snyder | Composer: Piae Cantiones
This sparkling setting of the traditional French carol has a dance-like quality that infuses the entire work! Whether performed by voices and keyboard or the optional chamber orchestration, it will be an accessible addition to Christmas concerts and worship settings. Available separately: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, ChoirTrax CD. Score and parts (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, perc 1-2, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download. Duration: ca. 1:45.
Arranger: John Leavitt
Your mixed and treble choirs will sparkle when performing this exuberant setting of the traditional English carol! The melody passes from part to part with the others forming a festive tapestry of sound. Whether performed accompanied or a cappella, this selection will add to the joyful atmosphere of the season!
Arranger: Audrey Snyder
Here is the joyous carol with Latin and English texts in a flexible and accessible setting that will create many performance options. The piano accompaniment is optional and the vocal parts are varied and colorful making this ideal for Christmas concerts and services.
Composer: Audrey Snyder
Create a special moment in your holiday programs with this contemporary treatment of the lovely song by Gustav Holst and Christina Rossetti. The flowing piano accompaniment enhances the warm choral textures.Available separately: SSA. Performance Time: Approx. 4:00.
Arranger: John Leavitt | Composer: Gustav Holst
Here is the traditional Christmas song in a gently contemporary treatment with full choral sounds above fresh harmonies and easy folk-style accompaniment. Lovely and reflective!
Arranger: Mark Brymer | Composer: Gustav Holst
This gentle Christmas lullaby is lovingly set for unaccompanied mixed voices. The expressive choral textures will create a moment of tender reflection in concert or worship settings. Duration: ca. 1:45.
Arranger: Keith Christopher
A spirited jazz waltz treatment of this standard Christmas carol that will excite your singers and audience. The contemporary jazz harmonies will be slightly challenging for your singers, but gratifying, once learned. Suitable for jazz or concert choirs.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Richard S. Willis
A spirited jazz waltz treatment of this standard Christmas carol that will excite your singers and audience. The contemporary jazz harmonies will be slightly challenging for your singers, but gratifying, once learned. Suitable for jazz or concert choirs.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Richard S. Willis
Feature a soloist or small group over the festive "fa-la-la-la" vocal accompaniment in this perfect arrangement for caroling or the concert stage. Starting in unison it builds to a marvelous four-part finish with optional percussion and melody instruments.
Arranger: Audrey Snyder
Welcome the season with joy and celebration in this fresh upbeat setting that is ideal for school, church and community concerts. Includes: Sing We Now of Christmas, The First Noel. Available separately: SATB, ChoirTrax CD. Score and parts (fl, cl, tpt 1-2, tbn 1-2, perc, timp, ac gtr, b, dm, kybrd str) available as a digital download. Duration: ca. 3:20.
Arranger: Mark Brymer
From the meek and lowly manger to the glorious alleluias of the angels, this setting of the traditional carol positively sparkles with joy! Perform it with piano or with the colorful chamber orchestra and celebrate the Nativity in school, community and worship performances!
Arranger: John Leavitt
African percussion serves as a fantastic background to a cappella voices in a compelling new arrangement by Kirby Shaw. Awe-inspiring!
Arranger: Kirby Shaw
Uses: Advent Scripture: Romans 8:28-39; Ephesians 3:16-19 Now available for women's voices, this bestseller features the traditional Advent text set to new music. Reflective at its opening, the song gradually unfolds into an expressive alleluia, builds to a glorious high point, and finally retreats to a gentle conclusion.
Arranger: Aurelius Prudentius | Composer: Barry Talley
Based on the plaintive 13th century plainsong, this contemporary setting begins softly and simply and then progresses through several harmonic and dynamic transformations, ending with a stately fortissimo divisi. For advanced high school groups and beyond.
Arranger: Richard Hynson
A fresh harmonization with a piano accompaniment that offers motion and support, this new setting of the traditional carol will shine a new light on the music. Traditional harmonies return near the end, which opens the door for a sing-a-long if you desire.
Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Joseph Mohr
Uses: Christmas, Concert Scripture: Matthew 1:1-11; Luke 2:1-20 This is your festive finale moment for holiday programming! A masterful rendition of a cadre of colorful Christmas carols, this choral tour de force is sure to be a hit with audiences everywhere. The significant piano part is filled with supportive yet artful moments sure to delight the accompanist, and with multiple voicings and a chamber orchestration available, this will work for almost every type of ensemble. Score and Parts (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, perc 1-3, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download.
Arranger: John Leavitt
The lively melodies of this traditional French carol play one with another in a brilliant setting that is perfect for school, church and community choirs. Festive and filled with joy! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, Chamber Orchestra score and parts (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, perc 1-3, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db), ChoirTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:00.
Arranger: John Leavitt
This accessible and faithful adaptation of the traditional 15th century French Christmas carol is given a robust and mature arrangement for mixed choirs. A fine choice for holiday concerts!
Arranger: Audrey Snyder
Score and Parts (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, perc 1-2, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download.
Arranger: John Leavitt
This arrangement features the two best-known settings of O Little Town of Bethlehem, interweaved over a gentle arpeggiated accompaniment that supports the expressive choral lines. Available separately: SATB, SAB, 2-Part. Duration: ca. 3:35.
Arranger: Audrey Snyder
Vibrant rhythms infuse this uptempo a cappella setting with energy in a fantastic concert showcase that is an ideal selection for pop, jazz and concert groups. Perform with voices only or add vocal bass and percussion for even more impact.
Arranger: Audrey Snyder
Arranger Philip Lawson is a gifted keyboard player and in this carol arrangement he brings these skills to the music. The piano never gets in the way of this delicate arrangement but provides wonderful motion to the music.
Arranger: Philip Lawson
Feature a soloist over the fun vocal accompaniment in this fresh arrangement. Arranged for a cappella voices, this piece is transportable for program options and caroling.
Arranger: Audrey Snyder
This setting of Away in a Manger includes both of the well-known melodies, interweaved with the gentle arpeggiated accompaniment that underscores the warm vocal textures. Includes part for optional melody instrument.Available separately: SATB, SAB and 2-Part. Performance Time: Approx. 3:00
Arranger: Audrey Snyder
Here is a delightful arrangement of the traditional Irish-English carol that is especially good for younger ensembles. Featuring careful attention to ranges, this work accommodates the changing voice and will be an excellent addition to Christmas concerts. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 1:50.
Arranger: Audrey Snyder
Here is the traditional English carol in a colorful setting full of rhythmic and harmonic surprises and playful effects. Easily learned and impressive in performance, your choir and their listeners will enjoy this joyful musical treat! Available separately: SATB, SSA, ChoirTrax CD. Chamber Orchestra score and parts available as a printed edition and as a digital download (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, perc 1-2, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db). Duration: ca. 2:10.
Arranger: John Leavitt
Excerpted from What Sweeter Music, this seasonal evergreen shines anew in a creative arrangement designed for success. Thoughtful directors will find this artfully rendered gem a splendid addition to their traditional Lessons and Carols services and holiday concerts. Each section of the choir will discover expressive interest and the accompaniment reflects the heart and hand of a pianist. A welcome addition to the Christmas canon!
Arranger: John Leavitt | Composer: John H. Hopkins, Jr.
Juxtaposing styles of the 16th century melody with classical and contemporary harmonies and rhythms, here is an unexpected and surprising twist on this traditional Christmas ballad that really works. With a quick and constantly moving piano accompaniment, long lines and surprising rhythms and harmonies in the choral writing, your audience will remember this long after the concert.
Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Traditional
This perennial Christmas carol is skillfully set here by master arranger John Leavitt. With flowing lines and accessible choral parts, this anthem will provide a beautiful worship moment in any Christmas worship setting. Available separately: SATB, 2-Part, BonusTrax CD. Score and parts (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, perc 1-2, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download. Duration: ca. 2:10.
Arranger: John Leavitt
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