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A Christmas Carol by Sheena Phillips
The G.K. Chesterton poem is treated to a hauntingly beautiful melody. Listen to this piece once, and you will long to hear it again.
SSAATBB - a cappella [difficulty level: medium] duration: 4:25
catalog number: SBMP 723

[© all rights reserved] performed by the Lancaster Chorale, Robert Trocchia, conductor
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A Christmas Carol by Joshua Shank
series: Daniel Hughes
Excerpts from Dicken’s Christmas Carol, now set to music. This piece could be the fascinating centerpiece of a Christmas concert -- the message will give the audience a chance to sit back and think about what life is all about, any time of the year.
SATB - piano [difficulty level: medium] duration: 6:20
catalog number: SBMP 759

[© all rights reserved] Mesa High School A Cappella Choir, Germán Aguilar, conductor
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A Feast for Christmas by Emma Lou Diemer
In five movements:
   The Christmas Tree
   Blow, blow thou winter wind - published separately, SBMP 122 - ORDER HERE
   On Christmas Eve - published separately, SBMP 17 - ORDER HERE
   Sweet dreams, form a shade - published separately, SBMP 18 - ORDER HERE
   Make we joy now in this feast
"A Feast for Christmas  is a major addition to the Christmas repertoire," Choral Journal review. A wonderful work for the chamber choir or the elite large choir. Audiences love this piece.
SATB - brass (3 trumpets, 3 trombones) - or piano, vibraphone, chimes, percussion
13 minutes duration
Choral scores catalog number: SBMP 15 [RENTAL ONLY - available from the publisher]
Brass parts available for purchase: SBMP 15.1
Optional piano, vibraphone, chimes, percussion version available for purchase: SBMP 15.2
SATB - piano or brass (3 trumpets, 3 trombones) 13 minutes duration
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[© all rights reserved] San Jose State University Choraliers, Charlene Archibeque, conductor
A la Nanita Nana arr. Ed Henderson
The piano imitates a guitar rhythm. Three-part choral writing adds an ethnic feel to this Hispanic carol. For more color, add the instruments.
SATB - piano; opt. guitar, churango, bass, percussion + opt. strings [difficulty level: easy]
catalog number: SBMP 374
[© all rights reserved] Vancouver Chamber Chorus, Jon Washburn conductor
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A Winter Landscape by Lane Johnson
series: Edith Copley
Highly mood sensitive with great attention to the text, this is a special piece for the winter season.
SATB div. - a cappella [difficulty level: medium, for the mature choir] duration: 3:40
catalog number: SBMP 790

Performed and recorded at the 2008 Western Division ACDA Convention in Anaheim, CA by the Northern Arizona University Shrine of the Ages Choir, Edith A. Copley, conductor
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Adeste arr. J. Edmund Hughes/Dan Hooper
"Angels We Have Heard on High" joins "Adeste Fideles" for a unique Christmas offering. Chant, handbells, optional audience/congregation sing-along, and a rousing, dramatic ending make this a great addition to the Christmas literature. Choirs can process in to this piece, a children's choir could sing the unison melodic section--endless are the possibilities. Six minute duration.
SATB - organ, handbells [difficulty level: medium] duration 6:00
catalog number: SBMP 371
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Ain’t that A-Rockin’ All Night arr. Laurie Betts Hughes
choral series: Janeal Krehbiel
Number two of Three Mary Carols, the arranger draws from her personal experience as a young mother in this tender and clever arrangement
SATB - a cappella [difficulty level: medium] duration: 3:05
catalog number: SBMP 919
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Alleluia, Rejoice! arr. J. Edmund Hughes
The Hodie chant is skillfully combined with O Come Emmanuel.  The piece may be sung in the round, or used as a processional. It is a great program opener or closer.
SATB - handbells (organ may be substituted for handbells) [difficulty level: medium] duration 4:30
catalog number: SBMP 54
[© all rights reserved] Highland HS Concert choir, Rita Scholz, conductor
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Alleluyah Sasa by Ben Allaway
series: Edith Copley
A rhythmic, upbeat, Kenyan-style piece with a Christmas text, though it could easily find it’s way into programs year-round. The lyrics are tossed back and forth, the English often coming first in one voice part, the Swahili translation following in another.
SATB div. - a cappella with percussion [difficulty level - mediuim] duration - 3:50
catalog number: SBMP 881

[© all rights reserved] performed by theNorthern Arizona University Shrine of the Ages Choir, Edith A. Copley, conductor
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Angels We Have Heard on High Traditional - arr. Linda Paschal Gingrich
A marvelous antiphonal setting of the familiar carol. The SSAA echo could be sung by a quartet or a small group.
SATB/SSAA - a cappella [difficulty level - mediuim] duration - 3:15
catalog number: SBMP 125
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Angels We Have Heard on High arr. Drew Collins
series: Matthew and Michael Culloton
In 7/8 time, and set in the mixolydian mode, this is a colorful setting of this favorite carol
SSATBB - a cappella [difficulty level: medium] duration: 2:00
catalog number: SBMP 805

[© all rights reserved] The Singers: Minnesota Choral Artists, Matthew Culloton, conductor
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Ave Maria by Michael Eglin
series: Nathan Kreitzer
The third movement of MISSA MARIA. Lush harmonies, intensely beautiful with a dramatic climax and a sensitive conclusion.
SATB - a cappella [difficulty level: medium] duration: 3:50
catalog number: SBMP 828

[© all rights reserved] Santa Barbara Quire of Voyces, Nathan Kreitzer, conductor
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Away in a Manger traditional - arr. Brant Adams
series: Jerry McCoy
A lush, beautiful a cappella setting of the familiar carol.
SATB - a cappella [difficulty level: medium] duration: 3:40
catalog number: SBMP 121
[© all rights reserved] Oklahoma State Universtity Chamber Choir, Jerry McCoy, conductor
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Barter by Michael Eglin
series: Nathan Kreitzer
A beautiful, lush setting of the famous text by Sara Teasdale.
SATB div. - a cappella [difficulty: medium/difficult] duration: 6:10
catalog number: SBMP 823

[© all rights reserved] performed by The Pacific Chorale, John Alexander, conductor
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Bethlehem Traditional, arr. J. Edmund Hughes
series: Edith Copley
Based on a Southern Harmony pentatonic tune, ever-creative Ed Hughes gives us a delightful new piece for Christmas with strains of Silent Night peaking in via the accompanying instruments.
SATB - piano. violin, cello [difficulty level: medium] duration: 5:05
catalog number: SBMP 856
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Blessed be that maid Marie English traditional carol - arr. Joy Sherman
This piece has appeared on many a Christmas concert, high school through semi-professional. The minor mode and simple drum part add a unique touch to this little known melody.
SATB - a cappella [difficulty level: medium] duration: 2:30
catalog number: SBMP 53
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Blow, Blow, Thou Winter Wind by Emma Lou Diemer Whisper chorus. The audience will be amazed by this very effective contrast for the December program. Can be performed by any group.
Any - a cappella [difficulty level: easy]
catalog number: POD 122
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[© all rights reserved] Second movement from large work Feast for Christmas - SBMP 15
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Breath of Angel by James McCray
A children's choir provides the angelic sounds that enhance this four movement work.Using a variety of texts about angels, the choir narrates the story and the children join in as cherubs making this a special, dramatic work.
SA/SATB [difficulty level: medium]
catalog number POD 78
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Bring a torch, Jeanette, Isabella French Traditional Carol - arr. Neil Ginsberg
Supported by a fabulous piano accompaniment, the voices breathe fresh life and new drama into this old favorite.
SATB - piano [difficulty level: medium] duration: 2:15
catalog number: SBMP 205
[© all rights reserved] Choral Project, Daniel Hughes, conductor
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Calm on the Listening Ear of Night by David Dickau
series: Matthew and Michael Culloton
The flute adds to the beauty of the piece, with its introduction setting the mood, and interludes that lend an elegant touch. Limited divisi in the choral parts makes the piece quite accessible.
SATB div. - a cappella [difficulty level: medium] duration: 4:10
catalog number: SBMP 786

[© all rights reserved] Choral Arts Ensemble, Rochester, MN, Michael Culloton, conductor
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Carol of the Birds traditional Catalonian Carol, arr. Robert Sieving
Series: Matthew and Michael Culloton
A beautiful, lush arrangement of this beloved carol.
SATB div. - a cappella [difficulty level: medium] duration: 3:40
catalog number: SBMP 803

[© all rights reserved] The Singers - MN Choral Artists,Matthew Cuiloton, conductor
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Cherry Tree Carol arr. Laurie Betts Hughes
choral series: Giselle Wyers
An artful arrangement, the open harmonies reflect the early roots of this carol. Number one of a charming set of Three Mary Carols.
SATB - a cappella [difficulty level: medium] duration: 2:05
catalog number: SBMP 918

performed by: University of Washington Chamber Singers, Geoffrey Bowers, conductor [© all rights reserved]
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Cherry Tree of Cumberland, The Appalachian Carol, arr. Michael Eglin
series: Nathan Kreitzer
A family man with three small children, the arranger shows his empathy for Joseph when asked by Mary to go pick those cherries! At this point in the music, we take leave of the sweet and innocent carol until this is dramatically resolved. A beautiful and moving addition to the Christmas literature.
SATB with some divisi - a cappella [difficulty level - medium] duration - 5:30
catalog number: SBMP 877

[© all rights reserved] performed by the Santa Barbara Quire of Voyces, Nathan Kreitzer, conductor
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Choir Invisible, The by David N. Childs
Composer Childs reaches new heights with this dramatic piece. The provocative text is brought to colorful life with soaring melodies, passages for both the women's and men's sections to shine, canonic moments, and all the way, close attention to textual meaning. The poem by 19th century English poet George Eliot (pen name for Mary Ann Evans) is worth a read -- note: the sections in brackets were not used in the musical setting. Enjoy the outstanding recording conducted by this talented composer.
Read the poem
SATB with occasional divisi - piano [difficulty level: medium] duration: 4:15
catalog number: SBMP 845

[© all rights reserved] performed by: Collegium Vocale, Vanderbilt University, David Childs, conductor
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Christmas Goes Classical Strauss - Wagner - Grieg - Verdi - Bizet - Khatchaturian - Tchaikovsky
arranged by David Maddux series: Daniel Hughes
Borrowing from some of the most famous tunes in all of music literature, the arranger cleverly added a Christmas text giving us a unique and festive piece for the Christmas season. Mature voices recommended: perfect for the adult community choir. Hearing is believing this one—do listen to the excellent recording.
SATB - piano [difficulty level: medium] duration: 7:50
catalog number: SBMP 671

[© all rights reserved] The Choral Project, conducted by Dan Hughes
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Coventry Carol English carol, arr. J. Edmund Hughes
What would Christmas be without an arrangement by Ed Hughes! This one is delightful. Sing it in the round, from the balcony, as you process, or from the stage. Simply beautiful.
SSATBB - windchimes, handbells [difficulty level: medium]
catalog number: SBMP 599
[© all rights reserved] performed by The Shrine of the Ages Choir, Edith Copley, conductor
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Coventry Carol/Make Me to Know the Measure of My Days by Shawn Kirchner
One beautiful song, two possible texts. The folk-like melody builds to a dramatic climax and ends in pensive repose.
SATB - a cappella [difficulty level: medium]
SBMP 569
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Cuncti simus 14th century Spanish tune, arranged by Eric A. Johnson
series: Edith Copley
The text, in Spanish, tells the story of the Annunciation. Sing this lively, upbeat piece at Christmas and retain it for use after the holiday.
SATB - a cappella [difficulty level: medium] duration: 2:00
catalog number: SBMP 857

[© all rights reserved] performed by Northern Illinois University Chamber Choir, Eric Johnson, conductor

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Dadme albricias (No. 1 of Tres Villancicos) Anon. - arr. Ben Allaway
A new setting of this favorite featuring exciting, virtuoso flute and harp accompaniment. It utilizes the original Castilian Spanish language and includes guidelines for pronunciation plus a pronunciation underlay, and an English translation.
SATB - harp/flute [difficulty level: medium] duration 1:36
catalog number: SBMP 134
[© all rights reserved] Plymouth Motet Choir, Janet Davis, conductor
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Dansaron - E la don, don (No. 3 of Tres Villancicos) Anon. - arr. Ben Allaway
A new setting of this favorite featuring exciting, virtuoso flute and harp accompaniment. It utilizes the original Catalon language and includes guidelines for pronunciation plus a pronunciation underlay, and an English translation.
SATB - harp/flute [difficulty level: medium] duration 2:30
catalog number: SBMP 136
[© all rights reserved] Plymouth Motet Choir, Janet Davis, conductor
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Deck the Hall by Paul Stuart
A short, highly rhythmic, madrigal-like setting. A great encore.
SATB - Finger Cym., Hand Drum [difficulty level: easy] duration :53
catalog number: SBMP 259
[© all rights reserved] Linn-Benton Community College Chamber Choir, Hal Eastburn, conductor
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El Desembre Congelat traditional arr. Robert Sieving
The Icy December, a charming Catalonian carol, is given artistic treatment with a flute adding color, and a piano lending support. Sing it in the original language or in English.
SSATB - piano, flute [difficulty level: easy] duration: 2:45
catalog number: SBMP 935
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First Noel, The arr. J. Edmund Hughes
SATB - a cappella [difficulty level: medium]
catalog number: POD 129
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Gabriel’s Messagetraditional, arr. Joshua Shank
Notes from the composer:
I see this carol as a scene: Mary sits in the dark when light gently breaks in the room as the angel Gabriel reveals himself and slowly unfolds his wings. (The opening phrase is meant to convey this.) The rest of the piece is essentially a quiet waltz of profound, inner joy between the angel and the maiden.
SATB div./solo quartet [difficulty level: difficult] duration: 7:20
catalog number: SBMP 644

[ ©all rights reserved] The Singers— Minnesota Choral Artists, conducted by Matthew Culloton
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Go, Tell It on the Mountain arr. Joshua Shank
Striving to make the text of this well known Christmas spiritual vividly come to life, composer Shank has created an awesome arrangement which builds a mountain of sound before it ends quietly and poignantly announcing the news: Jesus Christ is Born. Don't miss this one if you have an outstanding, mature choir. Your audience will be moved to heartfelt silence and will leave the concert talking about this piece.
SATB div. - a cappella [difficulty level: difficult]
catalog number: SBMP 580
[© all rights reserved] performed by The Singers, Matthew Culloton conductor
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Hark! The Herald Angels Sing Mendelssohn - arr. Brant Adams
series: Jerry McCoy
A rousing concert closer or opener. The keyboard part is full and dramatic. Both full orchestra and wind orchestra parts are available.
SATB - piano [difficulty level: medium] duration: 3:00
catalog number: SBMP 163
[© all rights reserved] Oklahoma State University Chamber Choir, Jerry McCoy, conductor
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wind ens. score/parts - SBMP 163.1 - $75.00 - ORDER HERE
fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bsn, hn 1-2, trpt 1-2-3, trb 1-2, b trb, tuba, perc 2

orch. score/parts - SBMP 163.2 - $150.00 - ORDER HERE
fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bsn, hn 1-2, trpt 1-2-3, trb 1-2, b trb, tuba, perc 2, vln 1-2, vla, vc, db
Here we come a-caroling English Carol - arr. Brant Adams
series: Charlene Archibeque
Rollicking and energetic, contempory harmonies enhanced by a tasteful piano accompaniment, this piece also works a cappella.
SATB - optional piano [difficulty level: medium] duration: 1:30
catalog number: SBMP 90
[© all rights reserved] San Jose State University Choraliers, Charlene Archibeque, conductor
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Highland Carol by Ben Allaway
Set in Celtic style to a poem of John Greenleaf Whittier, this fresh, new carol for the Christmas season has a beautiful melody and great rhythmic interest.
SATB - a cappella [difficulty level: medium]
catalog number: SBMP 393
[© all rights reserved] performed by The Centenary Choir, Julia Thorn, conductor
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I Saw Three Ships traditional, arr. Michael Harrison
series: David N. Childs
A fine addition to the Christmas repertoire, the arranger has done an excellent job making this strophic song interesting and special.
SATB - a cappella [difficulty level: medium] duration: 2:45
catalog number: SBMP 716
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I Wonder as I Wander arr. Christopher S. Delp
The Appalachian folksong comes to life with great drama here.
SATB - a cappella [difficulty level: difficult]
catalog number: SBMP 603

[© all rights reserved] performed by The Central Bucks High School-West Chamber Choir conducted by Joseph Ohrt
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In Judah’s Land Appalachian Carol, arranged Michael Eglin
series - Nathan Kreitzer
A stylish arrangement of this charming carol.
SATB div. - a cappella [difficulty level - medium] duration - 3:45
catalog number SBMP 876

[© all rights reserved] Santa Barbara Quire of Voyces, Nathan Kreitzer, conductor
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In the Bleak Midwinter by René Clausen, text by Christina Rossetti
The composer does a masterful job of setting this beloved text. Dramatic and beautiful -- choirs will love this piece.
SATB - a cappella [difficulty level: medium] duration - 3:00
catalog number: SBMP 620
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Jesu und Maria medieval German carol, arr. Jay Broeker
Jay Broeker magically weaves plainchant into this tuneful carol.
SATB - a cappella [difficulty level: medium] duration - 3:53
catalog number: SBMP 549
[© all rights reserved] University of St. Thomas Concert Choir, Angela Broeker, conductor
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Jingle Bells Pierpont, arr. Jerry Mueller
A minute of clever, classy fun. Perfect for an encore.
SATB - a cappella [difficulty level: medium] duration - 1:00
catalog number: SBMP 343
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Joy to the World Lowell Mason, arr. Michael Culloton
series: Matthew and Michael Culloton
An elegant arrangement, made interesting and fresh with rhythmic variation, and a flute part that soars above the choir.
SATB div. - optional flute [difficulty level: medium] duration: 2:15
catalog number: SBMP 806

[© all rights reserved] performed by The Singers - Minnesota Choral Artists, conducted by Matthew Culloton (note: there were some minor revisions to the beginning and ending after the recording was made)
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Joy to All the World by Craig Bohmler
series: Charlene Archibeque
A colorful piece for the holiday season including traditional from many countries and ending with a powerful and joyous rendition of Joy to the World.
SATB - keyboard or orchestra - duration 10 minutes
Orchestral score and parts available for rent from the publisher.
SBMP 99 - RENTAL ONLY [call publisher for rental contract 805-962-5800]
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[© all rights reserved] San Jose State University choir, Charlene Archibeque, conductor

Perusal Score - SBMP 99.3 - $5.00 - ORDER HERE
choral parts [RENTAL] - SBMP 99 - $1.95 - Request Contract

orchestra score/parts [RENTAL]- $250.00 - Request Contract
1-2 vln, viola, cello, bass, picc, 2 fl, 2 ob, cl in Bb, 2 bsn, 2 hn in F, 2 trpt in C, 2 trbn, harp, timp & perc, piano & celeste (synth can be used to fill in the string parts)

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woodwinds, brass, percussion, 2 pianos to fill out strings
Jubilate Deo by Láslzló Halmos, arr. Barbara Harlow
The SATB version of this piece has been a long-time best seller in the SBMP catalog. At the request of Nancy Parker who recorded it with her choir, a treble version was created. Wonderful antiphonal melodies will lend well to spacing the two sections of the choir a bit apart for a dramatic effect. This is one of those rare a cappella pieces that works really well for treble voices.
SSAA - a cappella [difficulty level: medium] duration: 1:40
catalog number: SBMP 915
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La Bonne Nouvelle Traditional French-Canadian Carol, arranged by Robert Sieving
A beautiful arrangement for the Christmas season. The popularity of the treble version inspired the creation of this mixed voice setting.
SSATB - piano, flute [difficulty level: medium]
catalog number: SBMP 724

[© all rights reserved] Armstrong High School Concert Choir, Plymouth MN, Stephanie Trump, conductor
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Lamb, The by Melinda Bargreen
"Little lamb, who made thee? Dost thou know who made thee?" The innocence of the text receives a loving treatment here with tender melodies and rich harmonies.
SATB - a cappella [difficulty level - mediuim]
catalog number: SBMP 414

[© all rights reserved] performed by The Donald Brinegar Singers - Donald Brinegar, conductor
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Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence by Terry Schlenker
A spectacular, beautiful setting of this French tune; for the advanced choir.
SATB div. - a cappella [difficulty level - difficult]
catalog number: SBMP 608

[© all rights reserved] performed by The St. Martin's Chamber Choir, Timothy Krueger, conductor
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Make Me to Know the Measure of My Days/Coventry Carol by Shawn Kirchner
One beautiful song, two possible texts. The folk-like melody builds to a dramatic climax and ends in pensive repose.
SATB - a cappella [difficulty level: medium]
catalog number: SBMP 569
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Mary, What You Gonna Name that Pretty Little Baby arr. Laurie Betts Hughes
choral series: Giselle Wyers
Number three of Three Mary Carols, the special charm of this set is in great evidence here.
SATB - a cappella - duration: 3:05 [difficulty level: medium]
catalog number: SBMP 920

performed by: University of Washington Chamber Singers, Geoffrey Bowers, conductor [© all rights reserved]
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MISSA BREVIS BEATAE MARIA (movements published separately)
by Kristina Vasiliauskaite, Lithuania
SATB - a cappella [difficulty level: medium]
Any choir experiencing one movement will want to sing them all. Absolutely gorgeous describes them. This is extraordinary music written by a talented Lithuanian composer. Perfect for the cathedral. Medium difficulty.
Kyrie
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Gloria
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Sanctus, Benedictus
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Agnus Dei
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[© all rights reserved] performed by The San Jose State University Choraliers, Charlene Archibeque, conductor
Missa Maria by Michael Eglin
series: Nathan Kreitzer
MISSA MARIA is beautiful, awesome, exciting music. Highly recommended for the adept choir who has access to a reverberant hall. The excellent recording is available on promotional CD 19 ($5), or listen here as per below.
SATB div. - a cappella [difficulty Level: medium-difficult] duration: 24 minutes
catalog number: SBMP 830
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Kyrie
Gloria
Ave Maria
Sanctus-Benedictus
Agnus Dei
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Kyrie
Gloria
Ave Maria
Sanctus-Benedictus
Agnus Dei
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Noel by J. Edmund Hughes
Ed Hughes does it again: a Christmas piece with a totally new dramatic flair. Easy, yet very effective, this piece combines bits of the CAROL OF THE BELLS, with SING WE NOEL.
SATB - opt. handbells
catalog number: SBMP 470
[© all rights reserved] Bonita High School Chamber Singers, Todd Helm, Conductor
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Noel Nouvelet traditional French carol, arranged Michael Eglin
series: Nathan Kreitzer
This arrangement has many possibilities: it may be performed by women, or by men, or a combination of the two. It would work well as a processional, would be effective sung in the round, and it could be done with instruments doubling the vocal parts.
SSA or TBB or SSATBB [difficulty level: medium] duration: 2:20
catalog number: SBMP 851

[© all rights reserved] performed by Adelfos Ensemble, Michael Eglin, conductor
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Noche de Paz by César Carrillo (Venezuela)
series: Jerry McCoy
A tasteful setting of Silent Night  with Spanish text.
SATB - a cappella [difficulty level: medium]
catalog number: 184
[© all rights reserved] Oklahoma State Universtity Chamber Choir, Jerry McCoy, conductor
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O Come Emmanuel arr. Michael Touchi
Composer Touchi demonstrates how a beautiful setting need not be difficult. With his tasteful piano accompaniment setting the tone, he has created a unique treatment of this favorite carol.
SATB - keyboard [difficulty level: easy] duration 3:10
catalog number: SBMP 390
[© all rights reserved] San José State University Choraliers - Charlene Archibeque, conductor
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O Come Emmanuel arr. Terry Schlenker
The advanced choir will thrill to this highly dramatic and creative setting.
SATB - a cappella [difficulty level: medium] duration 5:45
catalog number: SBMP 392
[© all rights reserved] St. Martin's Chamber Choir, Timothy J. Krueger, conductor
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O Come Little Children German Christmas Carol - arr. B. Wayne Bisbee
A sprightly setting guaranteed to please.
SA(T)B - piano [difficulty level: easy] duration: 1:40
catalog number: SBMP 251
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O Magnum Mysterium by David N. Childs
A contemporary motet using the Latin text and including the chant. Suitable for a good high school choir or beyond.
SATB [difficulty level: medium] duration: 3:40
catalog number: SBMP 211

[© all rights reserved] performed by The Louisiana State University A Cappella Choir, Kenneth Fulton , conductor
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On Christmas Eve by Emma Lou Diemer
SATB - a cappella [difficulty level: medium] duration: 2:05
catalog number: POD 17
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Pat-a-Pan French carol, arr. Neil Ginsberg
A charming setting of this long-time favorite carol.
SAB - piano [difficulty level: easy] duration: 3:00
catalog number: SBMP 780
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People, Look East Traditional French carol, arranged by Drew Collins
Series: Matthew and Michael Culloton
An upbeat, charming, tho lesser known carol, this is a very flexible arrangement. It can be sung by a quartet or a chorus, a cappella or accompanied - an optional piano or harp accompaniment appears in the score; the arranger offers many suggestions for adding instrumental color to the piece; and both an English text and the original French text are included.
SATB - optional piano or harp [difficulty level: medium] duration: 1:45
catalog number: SBMP 732

[© all rights reserved] performed by The Singers: Minnesota Choral Artists, Matthew Culloton, conductor
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Ríu, Ríu, Chíu (Tres Villancicos - no. 2) Anon. - arr. Ben Allaway
A new setting of this favorite featuring exciting, virtuoso flute and harp accompaniment. It utilizes the original Castilian Spanish language and includes guidelines for pronunciation plus a pronunciation underlay, and an English translation.
SATB - harp/flute [ difficulty level: medium] duration - 2:30
catalog number: SBMP 135
[© all rights reserved] Plymouth Motet Choir, Janet Davis, conductor
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Sancta Maria arr. J. Edmund Hughes
SATB - a cappella [difficulty level: medium]
catalog number: POD 373
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Schlafe, mein Liebster (Sleep, My Beloved) J. S. Bach, arr. Tandy C. Reussner
series: Janeal Krehbiel
From Bach’s CHRISTMAS ORATORIO, thus beautiful lullaby may be sung in German or English. There is but one sentence of text, and much of the piece is in unison. The elegant piece provides a striking contrast for a seasonal program, or any time of the year.
SA or TB - piano or organ [difficulty level: medium] duration: 2:05
catalog number: SBMP 813

[© all rights reserved] Lawrence Children’s Choir, Janeal Krehbiel, conductor
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See Amid the Winter's Snow by James McCray
A lovely original carol set to a text by Edward Caswell.
SATB - piano or organ [ difficulty level: medium] duration - 2:30
catalog number: SBMP 30
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Silent Night Gruber, arr. Barbara Harlow
This setting adds some new drama to the beloved carol. Starting with the sounds of wind, followed by the toning of a handbell to announce "all is calm," the harp joins in to set the stage for the carol. A children's choir or soloist could participate in the first verse; the audience is included in a final humming of the melody; the choir could move to a new position or process out on this final verse.
SATB/optional unison children's choir or soloist - harp, hand bell, glockenspiel [ difficulty level: easy] duration - 3:45
catalog number: SBMP 643
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Sweet dreams, form a shade (from A Feast for Christmas) by Emma Lou Diemer
A moving, bittersweet lullaby sung by a mother who compares her sleeping child to the Christ Child. This sensitive piece has a beautiful melody which passes from soprano to tenor to alto. It will provide a lovely contrast for your Christmas program.
SATB - a cappella [ difficulty level: medium] duration - 3:05
catalog number: SBMP 18
[© all rights reserved] San Jose State University Choraliers, Charlene Archibeque, conductor
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There Is No Rose by René Clausen
The cello and harp add color and drama to this beautiful melodic setting of the famous text.
SATB - harp, cello (opt. piano) [difficulty level - easy ]
catalog number: SBMP 579
[© all rights reserved] performed by the Choral Arts Ensemble of Rochester, MN; Michael Culloton, conductor
Eric Kutz, cello; Mary Schneekloth, harp
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There Is No Rose by Melinda Bargreen
Luscious. Find a good acoustic for this piece and bask in the beautiful harmonies. Some divisi in the upper three parts.
SATB - a cappella [difficulty level - medium] duration: 2:30
catalog number: SBMP 524
[© all rights reserved] performed by the Stetson University Choir, Duncan Couch, conductor
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There is No Rose of Such Virtue by Michael Larkin
A dramatic, hauntingly beautiful setting of this famous text.
SATB - a cappella [difficulty level - medium]
catalog number: SBMP 391
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There’s a Song in the Air Sacred Harp Tune arranged by Ken Berg
series: Jo-Michael Scheibe
A Christmas song that offers something special and fresh for the season. It features a folk-like melody in authentic Sacred Harp style, and a text that tells the Christmas story.
SATB/sop. solo [difficulty level: medium] duration: 3:20
catalog number: SBMP 715

[© all rights reserved] performed by the Birmingham Boys Choir, Ken Berg, conductor
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Tres Villancicos (see individual listings) arr. Ben Allaway
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Twenty Christmas Canons by Brent Heisinger
series: Charlene Archibeque
A canon for every Christmas occasion. An amazing amount of music is created by only a few notes. Endless performance possibilities for any choir.
any voicing - a cappella [difficulty level: medium]
catalog number: SBMP 489
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Veni, Veni Emmanuel arr. Allen Koepke
Koepke takes beloved O COME EMMANUEL to new exciting heights, concluding the dramatic arrangement with a powerful ending.
SATB div. [difficulty level: medium] duration: 3:00
catalog number: SBMP 850

[© all rights reserved] Performed by The Arizona Choir, Bruce Chamberlain, conductor
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Wana Baraka Kenyan folk song, arr. Shawn L. Kirchner
An upbeat Kenyan religious folk song that will be a concert favorite. The arrangement builds with great excitement leading to an extensive rhythmic play on the word alleluya.
SSATBB - a cappella [difficulty level - medium] duration: 3:00
catalog number: SBMP 482
[© all rights reserved] performed by the Rockefeller Chapel Choir (U. of Chicago), guest cond. Shawn Kirchner
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What Sweeter Music by J. Edmund Hughes
series: Donald Brinegar
Rober Herrick’s famous poem receives highly creative treatment in this setting. A seasonal text usually associated with Christmas, the piece is worthy of performance at any time of the year.
SATB div. - a cappella [difficulty level: medium] duration: 4:10
catalog number: SBMP 758

[© all rights reserved] Mesa High School A Cappella Choir, Germán Aguilar, conductor; note - the piece underwent some minor revision after this recording was made
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What Sweeter Music Can We Bring by Kenneth Jennings
series: Matthew & Michael Culloton
The famous Christmas poem by Robert Herrick comes to vivid life in this setting for choir and cello.
SATB - cello [difficulty level: medium] duration: 5:05
catalog number: SBMP 649
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Wiegenlied Johannes Brahms, arranged M. Susan Brown
The famous lullaby is beautiful now arranged for the a cappella choir. The recording provides the evidence of the value of this lovely arrangement.
SATB - a cappella [difficulty level: medium] duration: 2:10
catalog number: SBMP 870

[© all rights reserved] performed by St. Martin’s Chamber Choir, Timothy J. Krueger, conductor
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Winter Calling by Rebekah Griffin
A fascinating piece for the winter season for the more advanced choir. Composer Griffin offers a truly artistic addition to the seasonal literature.
SATB - harp [difficulty level: difficult] duration: 1:40
catalog number: SBMP 207
[© all rights reserved] performed by The Stetson University Choir, Duncan Couch, conductor
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