Format : Vocal Score
No song better captures the season than this infectious holiday hit! Popularized by Andy Williams it has become part of the pop fabric of holiday songs and is now available to be sung and enjoyed by your choirs in a variety ofdifferent voicings. Open or close with this perennial favorite. Available separately: SATB SAB 2-part StudioTrax CD.
SKU: AP.51246
UPC: 038081582832. English.
With its irresistible groove and holiday spirit, it's no wonder that this rock song has been covered by countless artists over the decades! Choirs of all ages will appreciate the full harmonies, tasteful key changes, and woven vocal lines that welcome the season. Add the lively SoundTrax complete with sleigh bells and horns to let the bells ring out for Christmas!
SKU: AP.47639
UPC: 038081543321. English.
A folk-infused ballad celebrating the miracle of Hanukkah. Originally recorded by 90s pop sensation Lisa Loeb, this reflective change-of-pace choral features a rhythmic yet mellow accompaniment and straightforward but expressive vocal parts. Whether you perform with the guitar-inspired piano part, the optional SoundTrax CD, or a folk ensemble of your own, this is truly a special touch for holiday concerts.Because of changes in our school's schedule and the taking away of the music requirement in 7th and 8th grade, our choir numbers have dropped significantly. Searching for music that has educational value and that the choir will sound good on (we know that's important for the parents and faculty) I came across Light arranged by Andy Beck. This quickly became a favorite of my choir! The kids are excited to rehearse it every day and the sound they are achieving fits the folk-like feel of the piece. We are using the 2-Part version. Being 7th and 8th graders, of my nine boys, three are unchanged voices (singing alto as written) and my other six are in varying stages of voice change. Those six are bouncing back and forth between alto and soprano parts, singing them down an octave. Thank you for providing a great piece for the holiday season!Matt AlbrechtChoir DirectorCopley-Fairlawn Middle School
About Alfred Pop Choral Series
The Alfred Pop Series features outstanding arrangements of songs from the popular music genre. These publications provide exciting, contemporary, and educationally-sound arrangements for singers of all ages, from elementary through high school, to college and adult choirs.
SKU: AP.48372
UPC: 038081551951. English.
Written by the legendary Kay Thompson, this swingin' song of the season is most closely associated with singer Andy Williams's now-iconic 1963 Christmas album. Mark Hayes gives it the full Hollywood treatment in this show-stopping arrangement, including a flashy piano part and a no-holds-barred instrumental accompaniment. Not to be missed!
SKU: AP.39824
UPC: 038081444857. English.
This jolly holiday song went to #2 on the Adult Contemporary Charts in a recording by co-writer and recording artist Jim Brickman and British teen singer Olivia Jade Archbold, who appeared on Britain's Got Talent in 2010. It's a light, bouncy Christmas choral with a pop feel that perfectly captures the spirit of the season.
SKU: AP.48928
UPC: 038081562520. English. Words by Deborah Craig-Claar; music from March of the Toys by Victor Herbert.
Presenting Victor Herbert's instantly recognizable March of the Toys with all-new hilarious lyrics! This festive feature reads like a wacky to-do list of holiday preparations with non-stop punchlines from the choir and a couple cameo soloists. Your fullest sounds, brightest faces, and biggest personalities are on full display with this theatrical celebration of the season. Get ready to giggle when handheld percussion instruments and sound effects (played by choristers) introduce a parade of unwanted out-of-town guests. It's a crazy cast of characters and Christmas chaos straight out of a comedic holiday movie. Mark Hayes provides a showy piano reduction and a grand orchestration (on the SoundTrax or SoundPax) from fanfare to finish. Visit to download free staging suggestions: alfred.com/countdownstaging.
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.39733
UPC: 038081443942. English. Words based on Ecclesiastes 3:1-8; music by Jay Althouse. Ecclesiastes 3:1-8.
Jay's contemporary setting based on this timeless and poignant text deserves a place in your upcoming concert season. Superb choral literature, guaranteed to touch all who hear it. As a special addition, project animated images from the VideoTrax DVD on a large screen during performance.
SKU: HL.8754503
UPC: 884088643553. 6.75x10.5 inches.
Set a cheerful holiday tone with this new song by Jim Brickman and Victoria Shaw! It's fresh and upbeat and perfectly captures the joy of the season! Very singable and ideal for choirs of all ages and levels! Available separately SATB, SAB, SSA and ShowTrax CD. Rhythm parts available as a digital download. Duration: ca. 2:36.
SKU: AP.47559
UPC: 038081542522. English.
Wish your audience a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year in just a half a minute. This madrigal-style a cappella novelty is equally easy to learn and enjoyable to sing. Plus, it's a great choice for any seasonal performance: Christmas concerts, community events, madrigal feasts, door-to-door caroling, singing telegrams---you name it! Fun, flexible, and festive in all voicings.
SKU: AP.47616
UPC: 038081543093. English.
The optional lilting flute and rhythmic hand drum parts lend a festive air to this song that celebrates the end of winter. Robust choral singing throughout beckons a change of season, and a soaring descant at the end signals the triumphant return of spring. A fully developed piece for winter and spring programs.
SKU: HL.1426875
UPC: 196288201274. 6.75x10.5 inches.
The child in us all will connect with this seasonal song by Barry Manilow. A memorable melody and lush harmonies meld perfectly with the sentimental lyric, sure to make for a special moment in your holiday performances.
