The rhythmic energy and hip groove of this creative-programming original absolutely sizzle with fun and festive flair! The modal flavor of the opening chorus features slight hints of the familiar "Fa la la" strains from "Deck the Hall." A delightful middle section in major mode contrasts with the minor feel, and the concluding chorus culminates with a resoundingly joyful statement of the concluding phrases of "Deck the Hall"--with an unusual twist, of course!

Composer: Mary Lynn Lightfoot

"Deck the Hall," "Jungle Bells," and "We Wish You a Merry Christmas" are cleverly arranged and often partnered in the style of hand jive. Upbeat, easily-learned, and fun to perform, this novelty piece will set any concert apart from the norm! Suggestions for simple hand jive movements are included.

Composer: Greg Gilpin

Joyous "noels" resound in this bright, festive holiday celebration from gifted composer Victor Johnson. Contrasting legato sections add to the musical interest and help to spell success in this excellent programming choice for young and developing choirs.

Composer: Victor C. Johnson

Audiences young and old will delight in this well-crafted, jolly montage of Christmas pop standards that is written with ample unison passages to allow for choreography. Editions for multiple voicings are compatible to allow all of your choirs and bands to perform together in a joyous, rousing program opener or finale. Likewise, the grade 2 concert band arrangement may be performed with or without the choir.

Composer: Douglas Wagner

This concise arrangement seamlessly strings together six carol favorites, featuring various twists on meter and style while maintaining accessibility. It is perfect as a festive opener or closer that audiences and singers will love.

Composer: Greg Gilpin

This hauntingly beautiful arrangement features a gentle lullaby feel and an interesting mixture of major and minor modes. The setting employs both English and Spanish lyrics and is suitable for both school and church use. (From the musical, "It's Christmas Everywhere!"-30/2360H)

Composer: Ruth Elaine Schram

Sing good wishes to all in this festive offering that creatively incorporates the familiar "We Wish You a Merry Christmas." Accessible ranges and straightforward counterpoint make this seasonal winner from Douglas Wagner a snap to learn and a joy to perform.

Composer: Douglas Wagner

"For some, this is a season of hope. For some, this is a season of faith. For others, it's a season full of dreams...and there are those who just enjoy the winter snow and all the beauty nature can bring...And in this season, there's a wonderful reason to share ourselves and all that we are...Always believe the love that's deep in your heart." This gentle, seasonal ballad will touch the hearts of singers and audiences and leave them with a hopeful, positive message. (From the collection "Pictures of December" - 30/2112H)

Composer: Greg Gilpin

"Jingle, jingle, like Kris Kringle, spread some merry cheer! It's that time of year! Everyone can be a Santa Claus!" This original gem just sparkles! Complete with partner song format, a spoken 'rap-style' descant, and performance suggestions, it's replete with the holiday spirit. (From the collection "So Much MORE to Sing About!" - 30/1930H.)

Composer: Greg Gilpin

This new holiday offering sparkles with good wishes and holiday cheer. The optional bell (2 octaves) or glockenspiel part is easily learned and enhances the joyous and spirited flavor of this piece. The infectious original melody is treated canonically and true to its title, Christmas "bells" can be heard in Part II's harmony line, as well as in the piano accompaniment. Perfect for beginning choirs or general music settings and for introducing part-singing. Limited range. A snap to prepare. Sheer holiday fun!

Composer: Cynthia Gray

This extremely creative, seamless three-minute medley of popular Christmas standards imagines Christmas through the fantasy of a child's mind. Audiences will love hearing the three familiar tunes, and staging opportunities abound in this exceptional programming choice for young and developing choirs.

Composer: Mark Weston

"Look, the trees are bright, strung with twinkling lights; there's excitement in the air!" It's true! This playful piece will put excitement in the air for singers and audiences alike. Quoting "We Wish You a Merry Christmas," this cheerful and festive original work makes an excellent closer for any holiday program.

Composer: Ruth Morris Gray

A truly festive, spirited combination of these two traditional holiday favorites that works famously for young and developing choirs! The melodies are cleverly woven together, often in partner song format, ensuring built-in success and quick preparation.

Composer: Russell Robinson

With its quick-moving pace and pulse in two, the first "fa la la" in this unique medley of carols establishes the festive mood. This work intriguingly mixes major and minor modes to keep your choir on their toes and the listener engaged.

Composer: Ruth Elaine Schram

Celebrate the holidays with this bright, merry original selection that creatively incorporates fragments from the seasonal favorites "Jingle Bells" and "Over the River and Through the Woods." Ample unison passages and limited ranges make this piece easy to learn and a sure-fire success for developing choirs.

Composer: Mary Lynn Lightfoot

An ideal opener or closer that incorporates snippets of "Deck the Hall" and "We Wish You a Merry Christmas," this holiday selection is a snap to learn! The clever conclusion builds in intensity and culminates in a resounding wish for all to "Have a merry one!"

Composer: Mary Lynn Lightfoot

This touching piece offers a wish for the world to find hope, peace, and love. With memorable melodies and a bridge featuring hints of "Star Light, Star Bright," this selection will make an especially effective addition to winter and holiday concerts.

Composer: Greg Gilpin

Composer: Cynthia Gray

This lively setting of the wintertime favorite absolutely sparkles! A few creative twists and turns throughout the piece add to the fun, and the slower, expressive treatment of the second verse adds some nice variety! "Oh, what fun it is to ride in a one-horse open sleigh!"

Composer: Lois Fiftal

Ring in all the excitement, festivities, and slightly frenzied rush of the holiday season with this delightful, up-tempo original, incorporating lots of different kinds of bells in ad-lib fashion. Singers will love the contrasting rhythmic speech sections, which are also full of teaching elements, and your audiences will quickly be lured into the holiday spirit.

Composer: Greg Gilpin

Join us on a lively musical romp through snow-covered open fields! Based on a familiar masterwork theme by Prokofiev, this delightful, accessible work offers a less than one octave range for each vocal part, and the sleigh bells add to the merriment and fun.

Composer: Mark Weston

An original melody and lyrics are partnered with this tender Catalan lullaby to create an accessible, multicultural-programming gem. Catalan lyrics are included, or you may sing the entire piece in English. A pronunciation/translation guide is available as a free download, as are the instrumental parts.

Composer: George L O Strid

Composer: Phyllis Wolfe White

This bright and cheerful work for the Christmas season cleverly incorporates the "Deck the Hall" motive. The optional idiomatic bell part adds just the right bit of sparkle for this terrific concert opener.

Composer: Douglas Wagner

Yes, it's Santa's New Year's resolution: He's going on a diet! The opening narrative introduction quickly moves into a '50s style rock feel, so appropriate for these absolutely hilarious lyrics! 

Composer: Stephen L Lawrence

Toe-wiggling excitement abounds in this crowd-pleasing holiday delight! You might not believe your eyes as elves, reindeer and even St. Nick are sighted (well...we're pretty sure they were sighted!) in this charming, playful original. Smiles guaranteed!

Composer: Phyllis Wolfe White

This festive, upbeat pairing of two African folk-song favorites is a dynamite choice for filling that multicultural or creative programming slot for your Christmas or holiday concert. Optional sacred lyrics are provided, allowing this work to be used in both schools and churches. Employing a variety of percussion instruments adds to the fun, and specific suggestions are included. (From the musical, "It's Christmas Everywhere!" - 30/2360H)

Composer: Ruth Elaine Schram

"Ten days and counting 'til Christmas is here! Uno, dos, tres, cuatro, cinco, seis, siete, ocho, nueve, diez! Christmas is here!" Add some multicultural flare to your holiday concert with this festive original piece from Linda Spevacek. The accompaniment has a bright Spanish rhythm, and claves and maracas add to the fun. With ample unison, this sure winner will be a snap to learn.

Composer: Linda Spevacek

Look no further for this year's Santa song! This swingin' original will have your singers and audiences in the Christmas spirit in no time! You'll ensure success and confidence in your choir with the accessibility and limited ranges of this fun, spirited winner. There is also an optional opening narration included. (From the collection, Pictures of December - 30/2112H)

Composer: Greg Gilpin

Usher in the Christmas season with this bright selection incorporating Clement Moore's classic text. This gem features familiar musical phrases from "Up on the House-Top" and "Jolly Old Saint Nicholas," an effective "Merry Christmas to all" ending, ample unison, and comfortable ranges that will have your choir singing this one right off the page!

Composer: Mark Weston

Get ready for the social event of the holiday season! That's right, Santa is taking you to the Reindeer Prom! Set in an energetic Fifties rock-n-roll style, and complete with hilarious lyrics and choreography suggestions, this partner song will be the smash hit of your December concert! Oh...and that talented teaching staff at your school? Feature them (optionally) as the Dancing Faculty Chaperones!

Composer: Stephen L Lawrence

This hilarious musical treat tells the tale of Santa's farm he bought last spring which had twelve dogs he taught to sing (along with a mooing cow, Bernice). Optional audience participation on the barking chorus of "Jingle Bells" will bring down the house. The optional canine cadenza will have your singers growling, howling, and yipping into your audiences' hearts. Creative programming suggestions included. A snap to learn. Works for any combination of voices and age levels. Lends itself to creative staging/costuming. Truly clever! Don't miss this winner!

Composer: Stephen L Lawrence

Yes, it's our "favorite time of the year" and this lively piece is certain to put everyone in the holiday mood! Playful and vivid images of family, friends, food and fun offer plenty of holiday cheer and staging possibilities. Deck your concert hall with this spirited seasonal original!

Composer: Lynn Shaw Bailey