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Angels in the Bleak Midwinter
Incorporating In the Bleak Midwinter by Gustav Holst and Gloria in Excelsis Deo (Traditional)
Larry Clark & Rae Moses
SATB Voices with Keyboard
The combination of Angels We Have Heard on High and In the Bleak Midwinter, while contrasting in nature, provide variety and interest to the listener. A band arrangement, YPS104, can easily be substituted for the accessible keyboard part. Choirs of all abilities will sound fantastic in their presentation of this piece. Junior High and above. Duration: 4:04
SATB Voices with Keyboard and Optional 2 Harp and Strings
From Missa Brevis, this movement contains many imitative, yet accessible melismas proclaiming “Hosanna in excelsis.” Optional instrumental parts are available for free online. This choral can stand alone or in combination with other movement(s). High school and above. Duration: 1:57
A Bouquet of Carols
Traditional Carols, arranged by Don Moore
SATB (Optional Soprano Descant) Voices with Keyboard and
Optional Orchestral Bells, Two Trumpets in Bb & Two Trombones
This triumphant arrangement of the well-known carols: Hark! The Herald Angels Sing, The First Noel, and Angels from the Realms of Glory would make an excellent combined closer for any holiday concert. Your choirs will sound even more glorious with the addition of the optional brass, bells and soprano descant. A must for the holiday season! High school and above. Duration: 3:04
Cindy
American Folk Song, arranged by David Eddleman
SATB Voices with Keyboard
David Eddleman captures the essence of Cindy in this highly energized, rhythmic arrangement in which opportunities abound to showcase each vocal part. The playful accompaniment has a vital role in the storytelling. Sure to be an exciting closing selection for any concert or festival performance. High school and above. Duration: 2:04
SATB Voices with Keyboard and Optional 2 Harp and Strings
From Missa Brevis, this highly energetic movement is very rhythmic in nature. Optional instrumental parts are available for free online. This choral can stand alone or in combination with other movements. High school and above. Duration: 2:13
This a cappella holiday piece, arranged in spiritual style, is full of dynamic contrasts and is perfect for the developing chorus, whether small or large. Junior high and above. Duration: 1:25
Thomas Juneau’s haunting setting of this traditional carol with added Latin text is laden with harmonic interest and diversity. High school and above. Duration: 4:08
Your mixed choir will sound wonderful singing this well-crafted accompanied setting by Laura Farnell. Full of beautiful, sonorous chords, Farnell exploits the poem by Hildegarde Hawthorne in which most verses begin with the words “Sing to me….” Sure to be a favorite among your singers and an excellent addition to any concert or festival program. Junior high and above. Duration: 4:05
Three Carols from France
Incorporating Shepherd, Shake off Your Drowsy Sleep; Angels o'er the Fields Were Singing; He Is Born, the Holy Child
Traditional French Carols, arranged by Vicki Tucker Courtney
SATB Voices with Keyboard
Your mixed choir will sound fantastic singing the well-known carols: Shepherd, Shake Off Your Drowsy Sleep, Angels o’er the Fields Were Singing, and He is Born, the Holy Child, artfully arranged by Vicki Tucker Courtney. The call and response between the men’s and women’s sections throughout the verses of each carol allow for creative, efficient teaching and learning. This will add variety to your holiday concert. Junior high and above. Duration: 2:36
Tu pauperum refugium (Thou Art the Refuge of the Poor)
Josquin des Prez, arranged by Mike Ware
SATB Voices a cappella
In his arrangement of the choral masterpiece by Josquin des Prez, Mike Ware offers the teacher/conductor a musical grouping of beats based on text stress, but without bar lines. Your choir will sound seamless as they learn and perform this timeless early Renaissance choral while learning about performance practice of the musical time period. High school and above. Duration: 2:57
Wade in the Water
Traditional African-American Spiritual, arranged by David Eddleman
SATB Voices with Keyboard
This well-known African-American spiritual, full of rhythmic energy, is masterfully arranged by David Eddleman. Syncopated rhythms found throughout the vocal line and the accompaniment help tell the story of the Underground Railroad. Sure to be a crowd pleasing closer at any concert. High school and above. Duration: 1:55
The Water is Wide
Traditional Folk Song: O Waly, Waly, arranged by Darmon Meader
SATB Voices with Keyboard
Darmon Meader’s arrangement of this well-known folk song expertly blends lyricism with jazz. Gorgeous harmonies and solo opportunities abound in this sure-to-please choral. Also available SSAA. High school and above. Duration: 3:37
We Three Kings
John H. Hopkins, arranged by Russell Robinson
SATB Voices with Keyboard
This traditional carol is well suited to its jazz-flavored 5/4 setting in the style of Dave Brubeck’s classic jazz tune Take Five. We Three Kings will be a standout at your next holiday concert. High school and above. Duration: 2:05
