Ryan O'Connell : A Muppet Christmas Carol Medley

Three classic songs from a Disney holiday family-favorite movie is arranged for several voicings and will be enjoyed by various choir types and sizes. Lush instrumentation fills both piano and available instrumental parts.

Arranger: Ryan O'Connell | Composer: Paul Williams

Lindsey Buckingham's Holiday Road, made famous as the theme for National Lampoon's Vacation, serves as the chorus for this holiday medley. The fun and familiar beat carries verses of Jingle Bells, Deck the Hall and We Wish You a Merry Christmas, creating a one-of-a-kind medley for your next holiday program. This is just great!

Arranger: Greg Gilpin | Performed By: Lindsey Buckingham

These two well-loved Spanish and English lullabies sing one after another in this gentle choral work for SSA and 2-part voices. The piano rocks sweetly below the lilting text creating a unique arrangement of the familiar. A quiet and tender selection for your Christmas program.

Arranger: Greg Gilpin

What a sweet new arrangement blending these two popular pieces, one from Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory and the other first made famous by Bing Crosby, casting them into a choral holiday spotlight! It's a light, bouncy, and swinging arrangement that will sooth the holiday sweet tooth of your audience for sure!

Arranger: Mark Hayes

Women will love this choral for the holidays! It introduces the classical work Für Elise by Beethoven with humor and performance fun. The lyrics deal with the dilemma of selecting a gift for a hard to buy for girl named Elise. Smart, clever and fun. A novelty winner!

Arranger: Marti Lunn Lantz | Composer: Ludwig Van Beethoven

Beginning with a light jazz feel and optional a cappella voices, this medley floats along with contemporary piano accompaniment and touches upon the angelic lyrics of well-known Christmas carols. A beautiful selection for both secular and sacred settings. Available: SATB; SSAB; SSA; PianoTrax CD.

Arranger: Greg Gilpin

Autumn gives a final sigh, smoky clouds across the sky. Now the snow begins to fly on the breath of winter. Gorgeous imagery captured in a choral work that is elegant and mysterious accompanied by compelling piano writing. For mixed voices as well as women, this simple and poetic choral will be a stunning moment to be remembered.

Composer: Greg Gilpin

Familiar and original words combine with two well-known melodies creating a refreshing and lovely work for Christmas and winter. With ease and grace, this choral is a musical setting worthy of any December performance for mixed voices as well as men's and women's ensembles.

Arranger: Douglas Wagner | Composer: Gustav Holst

This bright and joyful French tune is a favorite for many a choir and is newly arranged for mixed voices in all levels as well as for women's voices. The lyrics are in French and English, making it a fresh and stand-out choice for your holiday concert.

Arranger: Jill Gallina

Beginning with a slow and quiet vocal intro, this favorite spiritual increases in tempo with a hushed energy and builds in sound with each subsequent verse. Creative choral writing fills the piece with harmonies and interesting melodic lines between vocal parts. A standout for your women's choir performance!

Arranger: Glenda E. Franklin

This jazzy number is perfect for your women as a novelty piece. Strong three-part harmony, sassy vocal slides, and an optional trumpet set the mood for Christmas shopping and all the craziness of the gift-giving season. Available separately: SSA, Trumpet; StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:53.

Composer: Ruth Morris Gray

The Christmas story is told in a gentle lullaby for SSA voices. Unison, 2-part and 3-part harmonies weave throughout and delicately paint the text while calmly teaching the singer nuance and quiet singing. Available separately: SSA, PianoTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:26.

Composer: Mary Donnelly

Uses: Christmas, Concert, Youth Choir Scripture: Luke 2:1-14 From Disney's hit movie A Christmas Carol comes the compelling theme song that will fill every heart with the holiday spirit. This inspiring message of peace and goodwill is a holiday call to kindness, and the festive orchestration is the icing on the cookie. With several voicings to consider, this is the must-do octavo of the year! Score and Parts (pic, fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, hn 1-3, tpt 1-3, tbn 1-2, btbn, tba, timp, glock, chms, perc, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available on CD-ROM and as a digital download. ScorePlay - click to view score with recording.ÿ ÿ ÿ

Arranger: Joseph Martin | Composer: Glen Ballard | Performed By: Andrea Bocelli

Carnie and Wendy Wilson made this a holiday classic in the early '90s and it is still just as popular! Perfect for SSA groups looking for strong 3-part writing, this fun pop-feel choral is great for show choirs as well as concert choirs looking for a lighter number for their singers. Rhythm parts are available and a terrific accompaniment track!

Arranger: Paul Langford | Composer: Wendy Wilson

A lovely piano accompaniment nestles beneath colorful vocal writing with a few harmonic nuances that add sparkle to the traditional melody. This arrangement is warm and inviting and beautiful for mixed as well as women's and men's choirs.

Arranger: Paul Langford | Composer: Walter Kent

This traditional French carol is set in an arrangement that sparkles with rhythmic vitality of mixed meter. Utilizing one verse and chorus, the French text is simple to learn and makes for a wonderful introduction to the language.

Arranger: Russell Robinson

This famous text is beautifully set to music by Texas music educator and composer Laura Farnell. The long, lush phrases of In the Bleak Midwinter help teach breathing and dynamics while the tempo and legato style allows time to focus on vowels and tone, both within unison and multi-part setting. Repetition of parts make the dissonances easy to learn. The text has been adapted to keep religious aspects as general as possible for school performances. Full piano accompaniment on Piano Trax 2004 (CD0218)

Arranger: Laura Farnell | Composer: Gustav Holst

And as the snow falls from above, we fill our hearts with joy and love and tidings of peace to one and all. A picturesque choral for winter, rich with nostalgia and glowing vocals is achieved in this original from Victor Johnson. A beautiful selection for Christmas or holidays as well as winter-themed concerts.

Composer: Victor C. Johnson

Lights are twinklin' and bells are jinglin'; there's a happy feeling in the air. This easy swing-original, It's Christmas and All of That Jazz, will light up your concert. Jazz harmonies and smooth voice-leading bounce through this bright choral. The multiple voicings make it suitable for every age level.

Composer: Marti Lunn Lantz

This is not your typical arrangement of the well-known classic! A 60's groove transforms this to appeal to singers of all ages, adding a bit of novel flair. Easy vocals and harmonies in a straight eighth feel with a grooving bass line will make this Jule Styne and Sammy Cahn favorite stand out this holiday season.

Arranger: Greg Gilpin | Composer: Jule Styne

Something for all ages! This novel little swing number is a cool selection to add humor and spirit to your holiday or winter concert. The upbeat song laments the return of Jack Frost and cold weather and pleads for him to get lost. A lesser known gem from the American songbook.

Arranger: Jacob Narverud | Composer: Seger Ellis

This bouncy number has been a popular selection and now has been released in new separate 2-part and 3-part voicings and a brand new SSA voicing as well! Set the holiday mood with these adorable lyrics and swingin' style.

Arranger: Greg Gilpin | Composer: Peter De Rose

Here's an exciting and upbeat a cappella version of the traditional spiritual combined with Beethoven's ever-popular tune from the ÚNinth SymphonyÚ. New seasonal lyrics for the Beethoven will be perfect for any winter concert!

Arranger: Philip Kern

From the MGM film In the Good Old Summertime comes this song sung by the great Judy Garland as a moving ballad. O'Connell has given this arrangement a casual swing, making it appealing to many ages and perfect for brightening any holiday program. Rhythm parts and track available.

Arranger: Ryan O'Connell | Composer: Fred Spielman | Performed By: Judy Garland

Looking for a romantic setting or perhaps a piece remembering loved ones far away? Mariah Carey's seasonal hit is a contemporary selection with a classic feel. The melancholy take of being alone at Christmas and missing loved ones will warm the hearts of those who sing and hear this special song.

Arranger: Mark Hayes | Composer: Walter Afansieff | Performed By: Mariah Carey

A Christmas nod to Mister Sandman, this Pat Ballard song is a must for the holidays. Perfect for either your 2-part choir or women's ensemble. Complete with bum bum bums, this letter to Santa is sure to entice your listeners - even Scrooge! Available: SSA; 2-Part; StudioTrax CD.

Arranger: Jill Gallina

From the movie Home Alone II, this innocent and gentle song depicts the timeless beauty of the Christmas season. Gorgeous for children's voices as well as adult choirs, the added instrumentation available will simply enhance the holiday glow. Christmas tree, I'm certain wherever I roam the glow from your branches will light my way home.

Arranger: Mark Hayes | Composer: Alan Menken

Nanita Lullaby is a simply stunning arrangement by Earlene Rentz of the familiar Spanish carol, where Nanita quietly sings as she rocks a baby to sleep. The slower tempo creates a quiet mood and allows the singers to achieve success with the Spanish language as well as with the harmonic and dynamic writing. Chord symbols are provided with the suggestion for a guitar accompaniment with or without the piano.

Arranger: Earlene Rentz

This original gospel work is filled with musical energy and sound. Whether you use the piano accompaniment alone, add the instruments, or use the hot track, this will surely bring down the house for your Christmas or holiday program.

Arranger: Greg Gilpin

Accompanied by a light, rhythmic drum and melodic flute, the otherwise unaccompanied voices playfully sing the happy text. This traditional Burgundian carol is a favorite for Christmas and holidays and will certainly shine in performances.

Arranger: Greg Gilpin

How about a little rock-n-roll this holiday? For mixed ensembles, women's groups, or children's voices, this Johnny Marks favorite will have your audience in a '50s rockin' mood! Everyone dancin' merrily in the new, old-fashioned way! Available: 3-Part Mixed; SSA; 2-Part; StudioTrax CD.

Arranger: Jill Gallina | Composer: Johnny Marks

This Robert May and Johnny Marks' Christmas favorite is reborn in this bright arrangement by Paul Langford. The track makes you smile and Paul's thoughtful arrangement makes it easy to learn and sing. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, Digital Instrument Pack (trumpet, t.sax, trombone, drums, bass, guitar/rhythm), StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:09.

Arranger: Paul Langford

Mindy Smith's song is filled with childhood innocence and Christmas wonder. With the spirit of Christmas you'll never be lost if you truly believe in your heart. A timeless theme of hoping and dreaming and the wishing that Santa will find you this holiday season.

Arranger: Mark Hayes | Composer: Mindy Smith

Put some Elvis into your concert with this hit from 1957. Complete with combo parts (alto sax, bass, drums, guitar, trombone, trumpet) and voiced for mixed, women and male choirs, this arrangement rocks the stage and makes a great novelty number with movement, costumes and staging, too.

Arranger: Ryan O'Connell | Composer: Claude Demetrius

Mark Hayes has imagined a delightfully new arrangement for this holiday classic. In a bright shuffle feel, the song has bounce and syncopated rhythms not usually heard. The piece is just perfect for all ages and has a fantastic orchestral track available as well as instrumentation.

Arranger: Mark Hayes | Composer: Ray Evans

The traditional Welsh lullaby is given a winter text that tells of falling snow and silent wonder, still and quiet, autumn's slumber, winter's birth. Delicate piano accompaniment supports the voicings for mixed and treble voices and is a superb selection for quiet and expressive singing.

Composer: Greg Gilpin

Two Czech and Austrian carols are showcased here. Simple and gentle elegance flows throughout this work for young voices as well as women. The original text using The Rocking Carol beautifully introduces the snow theme of Still, Still, Still and highlights the quality of quiet and thoughtful singing.

Arranger: Greg Gilpin

This contemporary musical treasure is from the Home Alone movies we all adore and have enjoyed throughout the recent years. John Williams' famous music is set here with a simpler orchestration, capturing the innocence and magic of childhood at Christmas with gentle vocal writing, surprising musical turns building to home, and ending in harmonic wonder.

Arranger: Mark Hayes | Composer: Leslie Bricusse

Unique, accessible to all ages, and stunningly beautiful describes this arrangement of the beloved carol. Incorporating the use of American Sign Language throughout, the piece begins in German sung by a soloist, then by the choir, singing then in English, then with oos and finally only singing with American Sign Language, filling the room with silent splendor. It is truly a work that will become a tradition for your choir. The ASL vocabulary is included in the choral.

Arranger: Greg Gilpin | Composer: Franz Gruber

This jazzy Christmas standard has been recorded by such artists as Ella Fitzerald, Nancy Wilson, and SheDaisy, just to name a few! With a gentle swing feel, romantic lyrics, and rich, accessible vocal harmonies, choirs of all kinds will love performing this arrangement. It's especially nice for the ladies!

Arranger: Paul Langford | Performed By: Ella Fitzerald

A classic by Mel Torme and a signature song for Nat King Cole, this is simply one of the most famous and favorite Christmas songs of all time! The lush orchestration wraps every gorgeous voicing in a beautiful musical package to be opened at your next holiday or Christmas concert.

Arranger: Mark Hayes | Performed By: Nat King Cole

The classic holiday hit by Jule Styne and Sammy Cahn is crafted into a lovely arrangement for mixed and women's voices. Optional moments of a cappella singing and simple yet elegant harmonies keep the traditional sound of this holiday favorite while adding freshness for your singers and audience.

Arranger: Steve Zegree | Composer: Sammy Cahn

Trotta's fine vocal writing sets a text adapted from Stein's poem into a picture postcard of winter beauty. The piano is rhythmic with forward motion under interesting vocals lines that paint each phrase. There were frosted-painted people, and a frosted church and steeple and a frosted bridge and river tumbling over frosted rocks. A superb selection for women's voices and treble choirs.

Composer: Michael John Trotta

These two holiday favorites are a perfect match! Add some swing to your performance with Kris Kringle and sing about that luxury gift list as well. This selection is pure fun with fantastic jazz arranging for mixed choirs and will be a blast for your women too!

Arranger: Paul Langford

What a bright and lovely work for your holiday or winter program by composer Mary Lynn Lightfoot. The de la Mare text tells of how the snowflake, a lovely, icy filigree, can join forces and create beautiful winter landscapes and how we must hurry to see before it melts away. A delightful concert setting for SSA and 2-part voices.

Composer: Mary Lynn Lightfoot

Originating from Jerry Herman's Broadway musical ÚMameÚ, the popular Christmas song is thrilling in this newly orchestrated choral work. Children to adults will love this holiday gem, which is available in multiple vocings, including for men's and women's choirs.

Arranger: Mark Hayes | Composer: Jerry Herman

A mystic and silver-colored December twilight is described in this gorgeous concert work for women. Filled with warm three-part writing, painting the chill and frost of the winter season.

Composer: Valerie Showers Crescenz