A Latin Christmas

Christmas round the world brings together carols from five countries, in settings which explore the vivid national characteristics of each country through the ages. Ideal for both string orchestra and quartet use, the arrangements exploit all the techniques and colours of the school or amateur ensemble. There is plenty of melodic interest for the inner parts and cello, while jazz, Latin-American and medieval music provide the inspiration for the up-beat accompaniments. The beginners' line (suitable for violin, viola and cello) allows everyone to join in the fun of festive music making at Christmas. / Ensemble Music / Recueil / Violon, Violoncelle, Alto et Contrebasse

Par FAITH REBECCA. In this collection we have gathered fifty Christmas Carols from around the world carefully arranging them for Voice and Piano. Each piano accompaniment is playable by a competent pianist, and there are additional optional harmonies added to the vocal part for choral use if desired. Every country puts its own unique cultural stamp on celebrating the holiday season and this volume can be used to explore those celebrations as part of a wider exploration of the World of Christmas. To this end we have included interesting Christmas related facts, a translation of the text, and both versions where they exist, so each anthem can be easily sung and understood, or compared. Ideal for use in the classroom, or by choirs, and provides wonderful presentational opportunities for themed Christmas concerts. / Choral Music, Songbooks / Recueil / Voix et Piano

Edition no.: BA 8957ISMN: 9790006525515Editor: Münden, Gerd-PeterLanguage(s) of work: German, English, LatinLanguage(s) of text: German, EnglishProduct format: Score, AnthologyIncludes the following individual parts: Mixed choir: SSATBB, Children's choir: SSA oder Youth choir: SSA oder Chor (gleichstimmig) Organ ad lib.Binding: StapledPages / Format: IV, 52 S. - 29,0 x 21,0 cm Year after year, during Advent and the Christmas season, compositions are sought which present well-known carols in a new light, whether it be compositions set for small or larger groups, for children or adults, with or without accompanying keyboard instruments. This collection by Gerd-Peter Münden presents carols in new settings as a welcome addition to the Christmas literature and will enrich the repertoire of an adults' or children's choir.- Well-known Advent and Christmas carols in new settings- With texts in German and English- With short Latin introductions as a part of each motet- Ideal for a children's or adults' choir during the Christmas seasonContentsThere comes a galley, laden / Es kommt ein Schiff, geladenO saviour, open heaven's gate / O Heiland, reiß die Himmel aufO Lord, how shall I meet you / Wie soll ich dich empfangenAngels from the realms of Glory / Hört der Engel helle LiederAs I was watching o'er my sheep / Als ich bei meinen Schafen wachtGood Christian men rejoice / Nun singet und seid frohThe EditorGerd-Peter Münden is one of the most creative German church-musicians today. From 1992 to 1999 he worked as the cantor in Minden, where he also directed the music school for choristers. From 1999 he has been the Cathedral-Cantor at the Braunschweig Cathedral and the director of the cathedral school for choristers. He is the initiator and artistic director of a successful school project throughout Germany encouraging youngsters to sing.

Par HOSAY JAMES L.. Add some spicy Latin excitement to your holiday concert this year! James Hosay's setting of four yuletide favorites is almost too hot to handle. Up on A Housetop, Good King Wenceslas, Jolly Old St Nicholas and Jingle Bells combine to make a rhythmically complex, playful, and unique new holiday number. / Niveau : 3 / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie

Unison/2-Part-Christmas Carols of Spain and Latin America arranged for 2-part choir by Walter Ehret. Spanish and English texts.

(Hodie Christus Natus Est)-Uses: Christmas Call to WorshipScripture: Luke 2:1-20; Matthew 2:1-12The traditional Latin text “Hodie Christus natus est ” sets the foundation for this charming Christmas introit well suited for any choirof unison or treble voices. The optional second voice part adds the feeling of antiphonal singing while optional finger cymbals enhance the joyful proclamation of Christs birth. Available separately: Unison/opt. 2-Part Treble CelebrationTrax CD.Duration: ca. 1:50

164 easy arrangements with chords of carols from around the world complete with lyrics in the original language as well as English. This special collection also includes historical background information on the observance of Christmas through the years and notes about specific carols to give added understanding. Songs are included from England Italy Latin America Spain Scandinavia Poland Czech Republic and more.Note on the arrangements:'We have worked to make this book both flexible and useful. The Piano accompaniments have been kept simple but much effort has gone into making them musically interesting and satisfying. Chordindications are given for every carol so that the accompaniments may be played on Chord Organs Accordions Guitars Ukuleles and other fretted instruments. A detailed chart demonstrating how to finger chords for fretted instruments is given at the back of the book.We have been careful to keep the voice ranges of the songs comfortable and the texts singable. Since harmony parts always add much pleasure to singing we have retained traditional four-part arrangements of the most familiar carols and hymns. For the others we have provided a second part to go along with the melody (printed in smaller notes) that may be sung or played on the Recorder Flute Violin or on other non-transposing instruments.' - Walter Ehret George K. Evans

With captivating settings of favourite Latin texts and Latvian poetry by composers Rihards Dubra, Eriks Ešenvalds, and Vytautas Miškinis, as well as thrilling arrangements of ancient pagan folksongs by Ilona Rupaine and Juris Vaivods, this exciting anthology of Christmas music from Latvia and Lithuania is perfect for choirs looking to broaden their musical horizons during the festive period./ Recueil / Choeur SATB

Personent Hodie. Par SPARKE PHILIP. Personent Hodie est un chant de Noël extrait d?un livre de cantiques finlandais édité en 1582, rassemblant 74 chansons médiévales composées à partir de textes en latin. Arrangé par Gustav Holst, il devint alors très populaire en Angleterre, et fut surtout interprété le 28 décembre, le jour des Saints Innocents. Dans son arrangement qui prend le titre A Christmas Processional, Philip Sparke honore la version de Gustav Holst tout en l?enrichissant de son immense savoir-faire musical. / Niveau : 3 / Hymnes et chorals / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie

This colourful Christmas work brings together several carols from the 1582 Piae Cantiones collection in a modern and refreshing through-composed medley. Using largely familiar tunes this is a very singable concert suite with interest provided through use of texture and festive flourishes in the accompaniment. Texts are in English Latin and German with English singing translations throughout.

Puer natus in Bethlehem-This setting of the famous chant melody Puer natus in Bethlehem will be a versatile addition to all types of Christmas programming from concert to worship. It may be performed in Latin or English with handbells or chimes providinga simple bourdon accompaniment. Duration: ca. 2:30.