SKU: AP.46565
UPC: 038081531403. English. Traditional English Round.
A festive setting of the English round that will come together quickly at that busy time of year! A rousing antiphonal treatment (a fanfare) leads into the traditional tune, followed by a newly composed bridge. Later, the unison melody becomes a 2-part, and eventually a 3-part round. A wonderful opener for holiday performances!
About Alfred Choral Designs
The Alfred Choral Designs Series provides student and adult choirs with a variety of secular choral music that is useful, practical, educationally appropriate, and a pleasure to sing. To that end, the Choral Designs series features original works, folk song settings, spiritual arrangements, choral masterworks, and holiday selections suitable for use in concerts, festivals, and contests.
SKU: AP.46566
UPC: 038081531410. English. Traditional English Round.
SKU: AP.48874
UPC: 038081561981. English. Ben Cohn.
A Renaissance-era carol brought up to date in a fresh contemporary setting. Veteran Broadway music director and conductor Ben Cohn brings a modern musical theatre sound to this traditional English song. A serenely sparse piano part (during two opening alto solos) gradually grows to a full and glorious accompaniment as more voices join. Listen closely for the juxtaposed stillness/motion and minor/major that symbolize the cold of winter versus the warmth of the season. The entire piece garners edge-of-your-seat wonder, but the greatest chills will come when brief strains from four additional carols trickle in. Simply stunning.
SKU: AP.43384
UPC: 038081489254. English. Traditional English Carol.
This little known English carol is appropriate for holiday concerts, Yuletide feasts, and madrigal performances. Evoke a Renaissance atmosphere this December, singing of wassail---both a cordial greeting and a spiced mulled cider.
SKU: AP.48320
UPC: 038081551432. English. Traditional English Carol.
Here's a wildly inventive reimagining of the traditional English carol that will be a highlight on holiday concerts. The dazzling piano introduction ushers in a rush of crystal-clear chords in bright contemporary harmony, while frequent shifts of meter and style conjure an assortment of moods, from celebratory to reflective. A stunning concert setting that is worth the extra rehearsal.
SKU: AP.46975
UPC: 038081536248. English. Traditional English Carol.
What happens when you cross a beloved Christmas carol with the hip and asymmetric rhythms of Take Five? This does! A satisfying mix of the familiar and the fresh, the arrangement applies jazz articulation, harmony, and style in a way that's both exciting and accessible. All voice parts get a turn with the melody as well as a fun doo bop accompaniment! Optional parts for flute and vibraphone are free online.
SKU: AP.28684
UPC: 038081312286. English.
The fresh arrangement of the traditional English carol is especially appropriate for SATB and SAB school choirs. The buoyant minor melody and excellent voice leading are suggestive of the Baroque era, and a jaunty flute part adds to the festive sound. Not difficult, but extremely enjoyable to sing.
SKU: AP.37853
UPC: 038081423258. English. Donald Moore.
This celebratory music text is suitable year-round. Joyous melodies alternate with independent harmony lines that are easy to sing. Perfect cambiata range in the 3-part voicing. Accompaniment available on PianoTrax 4 CD (00-35870).
SKU: GI.WJMS1172
UPC: 785147017363. English. Text source: Traditional spiritual. Traditional Spiritual.
Stacey Gibbs' Li'l David for women's chorus is a tremendous creation by the well-loved arranger. This will be a great choice for more advanced women's choirs, but the way the two SSA choirs play off of one another is natural and achievable. Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series.
SKU: LO.15-1215H
UPC: 000308027938.
Bach's timeless classic from Cantata 140 has been superbly adapted and arranged for developing voices. Features an optional English text. The traditional German text is also provided as a performance option, along with suggestions for String Bass accompaniment. Excellent masterwork edition for Christmas or holiday use, as well as for general use on concerts/festivals throughout the year. Extremely accessible. Also available for Two-part (15/1216H).
SKU: LO.15-3804H
ISBN 9780787772062.
With its sweet melodies, sensitive accompaniment, and optional flute obbligato, Victor Johnson's setting of this traditional Spanish lullaby is sure to charm choirs and audiences alike. In addition to the original Spanish, two sets of English lyrics—one for general use and the other for Christmas—offer flexible performance options. A pronunciation guide for the Spanish text is also included.
SKU: CF.CM9629
ISBN 9781491157015. UPC: 680160915576. 6.875 x 10.5 inches. Key: E major. English, English.
Treble choirs of all sizes will enjoy singing this timeless English carol with diverse piano accompaniment and interesting textures and harmonies. A fine addition to any holiday program!
SKU: GI.WW1667
UPC: 785147008163. English. Traditional Spiritual.
Rhythmic, driving, and intense, I'm On My Way is a rich selection for two-part treble choruses. A lesser-known spiritual speaking to themes of home, journey, and trial. An accessible and dynamic arrangement. Bass Part.
