Processional for Christmas: SATB: Vocal Score

A Cantata for Christmas-Canticles in Candlelight is a musical service of illumination that gradually fills the sanctuary or concert hall with music and light. With Scripture narration carols and candles this compelling cantata tells thetreasured story of Christ's birth. Filled with variety yet rooted in a traditional music vernacular there are tasteful classical references in the arrangements as well as opportunities for congregational singing. From the hushedwhisper of the “Candlelight Processional” to the festive arrangements of some of our most beloved carols this work has something for everyone. An optional quiet ending is offered for churches wanting a more devotionalclosing. A full line of support products is offered including a stunning orchestration by Brant Adams. Includes: Prologue; Processional; Prepare and Celebrate; Advent Longing; Come Long-Expected Jesus; Awake! Arise! Rejoice!;Carols of Joy and Hope; Joy to the World; A Christmas Madrigal; Turn Your Heart to Christmas; A Festive Christmas Flourish; Silent Night Holy Night.

A fresh text from Jan McGuire blends with the joyous I Saw Three Ships Christmas tune in this upbeat anthem. Benjamin Harlan's arrangement gives just the right touch for this song ... particularly appropriate as a Christmasprocessional or recessional.Available separately: SATB BonusTrax CD and Instrumental Pak (full orchestra).

This lesser known work by writer John Henry Hopkins Jr. is bright and sophisticated arranged in this charming a cappella setting. Each verse creates a vision of the Christmas season musically diverse including a key change. An excellent processional or beginning choice for holiday concerts.

The familiar What Sweeter Music text by Robert Herrick forms the framework of this lively original Christmas piece. With an optional instrumental obbligato and a buoyant 6/8 meter this is an excellent opening number or processional for holiday programs.

Uses: Christmas Eve Christmas ConcertScripture: Luke 2:8-20An ancient tune a new text and a fresh approach generate a powerful anthem for Christmas programming. The theme in minor and 6/8 moves forward in a liltingprocessional delivering the fear and jubilation of the Shepherds celebration. Whether performed with full orchestration or just piano accompaniment this carol will be a commanding choice for festivals or holiday pageants. Score and Parts (fl1-2/pic ob cl 1-2 bn hn 1-2 tpt 1-3 tbn 1-2 btbn/tba timp perc 1-2 hp vn 1-2 va vc db) available on CD-ROM and as a digital download.

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

This serene setting of the traditional French carol for voices keyboard and flute will be an excellent processional or combined number for Christmas concerts. Each verse has a special flavor leading to the final stanza with itsglorious descant and concluding Hallelujah amen.

Written as a processional the setting has brief musical interludes perfect for the entrance of a choir and clergy in a Christmas service. The energy and excitement built into this buoyant arrangement draws the listener in as it bounces from key to key.