Exquisite, fresh carol settings are woven together with scripture lessons and poetic narration to create a refreshing celebration of Advent and Christmas. Howard Helvey's artistry shines in each rich arrangement. Optional congregational readings and singing are included as well, to complete the presentation. The work is as singable as it is effective and inspiring, and will usher in the season of rejoicing with joy and festivity. Create a celebration of the Incarnation with Sing We Now of Christmas. Performance time is 30 minutes if it is performed only with narration (and no lessons and additional congregational carols). If performed with the scripture lessons and congregational carols, performance time is 55 minutes. / Orchestre

A Christmas Celebration is a festive suite of seven familiar carols pleasantly arranged to complement any size choral organization. James Kimball sensitively considers the average church choir and orchestra with this usefulnew work. Community groups will find this piece full of holiday favorites making it perfectly adaptive to carol sings and Christmas concert programming. A full complement of support products is available to enhance yourperformance options. Highly recommended!

A Cantata for Christmas-Composed in both traditional and blended choral stylings this cantata weaves the historic symbolism of both the Lion of Judah and the Lamb of God into the Christmas story. Through original songs and traditional carols singers and listeners are reminded that this story is not just an event in history but a living story that still impacts the world today. Narration solos congregational participation and optional children's voices along with gorgeous orchestrations by Keith Christopher all work together to make this service a time of both celebration and worship. Songs include: Overture/Sing Christmas! And So We Wait It Came upon a Midnight Clear Who's the Little Baby' Sleep Little Lion Sleep Little Lamb Where Is Peace Tonight' In This Moment Angels from the Realms of Glory Carol of the King. Score and Parts (fl 1-2/pic ob cl 1-2 bn tpt 1-3 hn 1-2 tbn 1-2 tbn 3/tba perc 1-2 timp hp pno rhy vn 1-2 va vc db) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download.

(Christmas Cantata)-It was into the shadows and winter of this world that Christ came to bring us the light and warmth of his salvation. The new cantata Winter's Grace from renowned composer Joseph M. Martin celebrates this great light and washes the sanctuary with the message of hope peace joy and love using a program of candles scriptures prayers and music. The incorporation of familiar carols will engage the listener and ease the learning process. There is a full line of support products available to facilitate your presentation of this dramatic new work including a digital resource kit featuring art work PowerPoint visuals a Bible study practice hints interpretive movement options plus a unique composer's commentary explaining some of the writer's perspective on the composition of the work. Includes: A Winter's Song Celebration for Advent Hop Peace Joy and Love Carols of Adoration Let the Earth Resound With Praise! A Silent Holy Night and more. Score and Parts for Flute 1&2 Oboe Clarinet 1&2 Bassoon Horn 1&2 Percusson 1&2 Harp Piano Timpani Trumpet 1 2&3 Trombone 1&2 Bass Trombone Tuba Violin 1 Violin 2 Viola Cello Double Bass.

From the composers of The Winter Rose and A Time for Alleluia comes a work that celebrates the birth of Jesus ? the Light of the world the bright and morning star. Joseph and Pamela Martin once again provide acantata rich with beautiful melodies and evocative narration. Using familiar carols as well as other anthems this dynamic work creates the perfect blend for seasonal programs. Brant Adams joins the Martins' creative team providing brilliant orchestrations and festive tracks for church performance. Let ?Morning Star? shine its beauty this Christmas for a resplendent and meaningful worship experience.

This service in song is a joyous celebration of hope and peace for the Christmas season. Using carols narration congregational participation and original anthems this approachable work is the perfect choice for choirs of any size. From jubilant songs of praise to reflective carols of peace this cantata is filled with moments designed to energize the spirit of the season in your community of faith. Extra musical suggestions offer directors creative options for presentation and the wonderfully crafted and colorful orchestrations by Brant Adams further enhance the festive potential of this thoughtful work.Songs include: Christmas Overture and Processional; TheAdvent Rose; The Divine Expectation; Concertato on ?O Little Town of Bethlehem;? Carols from a Quiet Manger; Arise! (Hodie Christus natus est); Bleak Midwinter's Gift; Let There Be Christmas; A Joyful Gathering of

Celebrating the Miracle of Christmas-From the inspired pen of Joseph Martin comes a new sacred work that will truly warm the hearts of all who hear it. Filled with classic carols as well as newly composed anthems this hopeful work is both familiar and fresh drawingthe congregation close with brilliant orchestrations and poetic narrations. This joyous Christmas gift shines new light upon the miracles surrounding the birth of Jesus. Unforgettable! A full line of support products are availableto help enable churches of every size to enjoy this outstanding new seasonal offering. Support products include a brilliant orchestration by Brant Adams in traditional format or on the exciting ?print-your-own? iPrintCD-ROM or use the outstanding StudioTrax CD. Shorten your learning time by using the RehearsalTrax CDs.