SKU: LO.99-2509L
UPC: 000308123104.
This beloved 15th century tune has been the inspiration of numerous secular and sacred settings through the ages. In his extraordinary new setting, James Koerts suffuses the tune with the awe of Christmas Eve: “What star is this, with beams so bright, more lovely than the noonday light?†Harmonic colors surprise and delight, and optional flute and percussion add to the mood of this beautiful, yet accessible piece.
SKU: LO.99-3407L
UPC: 000308142082.
This superb setting of a German carol opens with a jubilant fanfare. Excitement escalates as the carol appears, modulating up with the second and third verses, and the concluding fanfare provides a thrilling close. From the Celtic-inspired cantata, Stars of Glory (SATB—65/2066L), this piece is great for holiday concerts or Christmas worship.
SKU: LO.99-3314L
UPC: 000308139426.
Molly Ijames’s majestic setting of Joy Has Dawned celebrates not only the birth of Christ, but the entire redemption story. The brilliant accompaniment options will make this piece the musical capstone of your Christmas worship.
SKU: LO.99-3463L
UPC: 000308144925.
Molly Ijames’s regal setting of the treasured hymn will practically sing itself off of the page. Suitable in a variety of worship contexts, this piece can be learned with minimal preparation time, and the flexible brass options add to its versatility and appeal.
SKU: LO.99-2998L
UPC: 000308131826.
This brilliant, dance-like setting of the fifteenth-century carol Puer Nobis Nascitur contains solid expert vocal writing that makes this piece great for church and school choirs. The accompaniment is wonderfully conceived and complements the vocals nicely, but it's not hard to play--even at the brisk tempo. Optional brass and percussion add a festive touch.
SKU: LO.99-3440L
UPC: 000308144222.
Feelings of thanksgiving exude from this setting of the established hymn tune. Patti Drennan’s psalm-inspired text, a jubilant piano part, and options for brass accompaniment add to the majesty of this piece, appropriate for choirs of all sizes.
SKU: LO.99-3871MD
UPC: 000308149982.
Performance/accompaniment CD for Our Great Savior (10/5128MD) In the style of his best-selling Piano Plus series, Jay Rouse presents this Christ-centered offering. With beautiful choral writing, a gorgeous optional cello part, and an expertly crafted piano accompaniment, this piece would be a wonderful addition to any worship service.
SKU: HP.C6178C
UPC: 763628961787.
Original anthem This Jay Althouse original is one of the all-time top-sellers in the Hope catalog; available in SATB, SAB, two-part mixed or treble choir, and now a new setting for men's voices. Accompaniment can be provided by keyboard or by the separate 3-5 octave handbell setting. The bell setting also works wonderfully as a stand alone handbell piece.
SKU: WD.080689150333
UPC: 080689150333.
This native Christian hymn, arranged for combined Adult and Children's choirs, will bring diversity, spirit, and beautiful harmony to your Christmas repertoire! A piece written in the traditional dialect of the Zulu people, a Bantu tribe in Southern Africa, Nkosi Jesu is an ethnic praise song that gives praise and thanks to our Lord. Nkosi Jesu... King Jesus, we thank You!
SKU: WD.080689989322
UPC: 080689989322.
Dramatic, poetic, and deeply moving, David T. Clydesdale has beautifully arranged this timeless piece from Keith Getty and Graham Kendrick that reflects on Christ's redemptive sacrifice for the sins of humankind; perfect for Lenten services or any Sunday of the year.
SKU: WD.080689143335
UPC: 080689143335.
This artfully-crafted piece speaks as a universal reminder that through His advent here, Jesus is the light of our lives. Because of the birth of our King and Savior, we no longer need to walk in darkness. Instead, Jesus lights our path and blesses us through His redeeming grace and steadfast love. With this knowledge, we are granted peace... all is calm, all is bright.
SKU: HL.249703
UPC: 888680712464. 5.0x5.0x0.15 inches. Luke 23:44, Mark 15:33, Matthew 27:45.
This celebrated instrumental piece has been adapted for sanctuary usage and joined with a poignant sacred text appropriate for Holy Week services. Sensitively arranged, this choral version layers beauty upon beauty, forming a tapestry of sound and message. A tasteful chamber orchestration is available for churches with instrumental resources. Score and Parts (hrpsi/pno, fl, ob, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download.
SKU: AP.41613
UPC: 038081466934. English. American Folk Song.
Masterfully crafted with a traditional harmonization, this piece is an eloquent showcase for mixed or men's choirs. The addition of the SoundPax instrumentation (strings, flute, and percussion) will make the arrangement shimmer. A gorgeous treatment of an American classic.
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.40061
UPC: 038081447162. English. Cathryne E. Parks.
As brilliant as the Christmas star itself, this intriguing three-part mixed or treble piece shines. Sparkling modal harmonies dance over a shimmering 3/4 accompaniment. A verse-chorus form allows us to sing the captivating Gloria . . . Alleluia refrain not once, but twice before crescendoing to a glorious coda.
SKU: LO.99-3092L
UPC: 000308132762.
Little Tears is a tender telling of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane, which gives us a glimpse into both His struggle and His remarkable courage. Colored by delicate harmonies, optional solos, and rubato moments, this piece is a simple yet captivating anthem for any choir.
SKU: LO.99-3276L
UPC: 000308138702.
This musical celebration features Anna Laura Page’s characteristic splashes of harmonic color. With many accompaniment options and congregational singing encouraged, this piece will add a festive touch to your worship.
SKU: HL.346060
UPC: 840126921830. 5.0x5.0x0.15 inches.
Three of the most famous choruses from Handel's Messiah are combined and arranged for choirs without tenors. It is so important for small church choirs and school choirs to have the experience of singing these great pieces from the world's most popular choral work. For Unto Us, And the Glory of the Lord and Hallelujah Chorus are favorites at any holiday concert.
SKU: LO.99-3220L
UPC: 000308136784.
Mark Hill pairs Eliza E. Hewitt’s much-loved lyrics with a beautiful original tune in this sensitive and compelling anthem about Christ’s sacrifice for us. An optional violin obbligato adds depth to this piece that is ideal for Holy Week.
SKU: HL.8552410
UPC: 884088639464. 4.75x5 inches.
“Silver magic, shining bright, radiant in the dark of night” – the serene beauty of the moon is the subject of this lilting and lyrical original. Well-crafted for success, this piece will help your singers develop important part-singing and choral skills and makes an excellent choice for contest and festival. Available separately: 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:00.
SKU: AP.48300
UPC: 038081551234. English. Traditional Swiss Folk Song.
This charming Swiss folk song evokes the sound of yodelers hiking the Alps. The arrangement makes splendid use of a multitude of choral textures, generously passing the melody between all voices in the process. A frothy and fun layered yodeling section in the middle helps build part-singing skills. A wonderful piece for teaching!
SKU: LO.99-2671L
UPC: 000308124743.
Flowing and warm, David Giardiniere's arrangement of this worshipful piece by Lynn DeShazo and Gary Sadler offers beautiful choral writing along with an opportunity to feature one of your singers as a soloist. Parts for an optional flute and oboe obbligato duet are available as a free download.
SKU: HL.329887
UPC: 840126907087. 5.0x5.0x0.15 inches.
Broadway veteran David Yazbek hasn't written original music for a production that didn't go on to be nominated for Best Original Score at the Tony Awards. This astonishing 5-for-5 streak is currently capped by his work on Tootsie, a musical adaptation of the 1982 film of the same name. I Won't Let You Down is an in-show audition piece, starting out lethargic, but morphing into something grandiose and memorable by the end--a showstopper!
SKU: HL.252659
UPC: 888680718695. 5.0x5.0x0.15 inches.
The accompaniment tracks for this new arrangement are HOT. From the biggest selling album of all time--Thriller--this song reached number 1 in six countries. As one of Rolling Stone's 500 greatest songs of all time and the 100 greatest guitar songs of all time, this song and this arrangement rock just as hard today as ever. A great period piece for your show.
SKU: HL.287266
UPC: 888680902988. 5.0x5.0x0.148 inches.
The Christmastime favorite has been given a playful and unique setting for elementary and middle school choirs. Set in 4/4 meter, along with an optional descant and part for French Horn, this traditional piece evolves into something special that both encourages the singer and delights the audience!
SKU: HL.326296
UPC: 888680987558. 5.0x5.0x0.15 inches.
Perfect for a festival opener or closer, Cristi Cary Miller's setting of Psalm 32 is jubilant and celebratory! Rhythmic in nature while dynamic in scope and texture, this is a great piece for choirs to sing, learning how the diaphragm shapes the choral sound.
SKU: HP.C5925C
UPC: 763628959258. Psalm 148, Psalm 145, 1 Peter 5:7, Colossians 3:13, Psalm 104, Psalm 103:22, Psalm 65:13, Luke 19:40.
Original tune with words by St. Francis of Assisi & Tr. William H. Draper, alt This vibrant choral setting provides a new tune paired with the well-known hymn text. The choral lines soar above the rhythmic accompaniment to support the text in this call to worship. The optional flute part adds color and drama to this energetic piece based on Psalm 148.
SKU: AP.45407
UPC: 038081511474. English. Ruth Morris Gray.
Here's a gorgeous setting of the text from Angels We Have Heard on High that includes a beautifully arranged verse of Silent Night. Featuring long legato lines, expressive phrasing, and warm choral writing, this ethereal piece ignites musicality.