Tidings of Comfort and Joy

SKU: HL.334249

ISBN 9781540085214. UPC: 840126909128. 5.0x5.0x0.896 inches.

Inspired by Celtic music traditions and time-honored carols, this new work overflows with seasonal spirit. From prophecy to Epiphany, the cantata covers the entire Christmas story and wraps it in jubilant and approachable music. Supported by encouraging narration, dazzling orchestrations and a complete line of support products, this spectacular work will be a warm holiday welcome to your community of faith. Songs include: A Christmas Invitation; A Festival Gathering of Carols; Upon the Wind, There Comes a Song; From the Prophet Comes a Promise; A Song of Joy; The Silent Stars Go By; Comfort and Joy; Look to the Silver Sky; Sing of a Merry Christmas; Glad Tidings of Great Joy. Score and Parts for Full Orchestra (fl 1-2/pic, ob/eng hn, cl 1-2, bn, hn 1-2, tpt 1-3, tbn 1-2, tba, timp, perc 1-2, hp, pno, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download. Score and Parts for Celtic Consort (pno, gtr, fl/pwhis, cl, bls, perc, vn, vc) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download. Score and Parts for Chamber Orchestra (pno, fl, cl, tpt 1-2, tbn, bls, perc, kybd strings) available as a digital download.

SKU: HL.334239

ISBN 9781540085139. UPC: 840126909043. 6.75x10.5x0.274 inches.

Inspired by Celtic music traditions and time-honored carols, this new work overflows with seasonal spirit. From prophecy to Epiphany, the cantata covers the entire Christmas story and wraps it in jubilant and approachable music. Supported by encouraging narration, dazzling orchestrations and a complete line of support products, this spectacular work will be a warm holiday welcome to your community of faith. Songs include: A Christmas Invitation; A Festival Gathering of Carols; Upon the Wind, There Comes a Song; From the Prophet Comes a Promise; A Song of Joy; The Silent Stars Go By; Comfort and Joy; Look to the Silver Sky; Sing of a Merry Christmas; Glad Tidings of Great Joy. Score and Parts for Full Orchestra (fl 1-2/pic, ob/eng hn, cl 1-2, bn, hn 1-2, tpt 1-3, tbn 1-2, tba, timp, perc 1-2, hp, pno, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download. Score and Parts for Celtic Consort (pno, gtr, fl/pwhis, cl, bls, perc, vn, vc) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download. Score and Parts for Chamber Orchestra (pno, fl, cl, tpt 1-2, tbn, bls, perc, kybd strings) available as a digital download.

SKU: HL.334248

ISBN 9781540085207. UPC: 840126909111. 6.75x10.5x0.321 inches.

Inspired by Celtic music traditions and time-honored carols, this new work overflows with seasonal spirit. From prophecy to Epiphany, the cantata covers the entire Christmas story and wraps it in jubilant and approachable music. Supported by encouraging narration, dazzling orchestrations and a complete line of support products, this spectacular work will be a warm holiday welcome to your community of faith. Songs include: A Christmas Invitation; A Festival Gathering of Carols; Upon the Wind, There Comes a Song; From the Prophet Comes a Promise; A Song of Joy; The Silent Stars Go By; Comfort and Joy; Look to the Silver Sky; Sing of a Merry Christmas; Glad Tidings of Great Joy. Score and Parts for Full Orchestra (fl 1-2/pic, ob/eng hn, cl 1-2, bn, hn 1-2, tpt 1-3, tbn 1-2, tba, timp, perc 1-2, hp, pno, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download. Score and Parts for Celtic Consort (pno, gtr, fl/pwhis, cl, bls, perc, vn, vc) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download. Score and Parts for Chamber Orchestra (pno, fl, cl, tpt 1-2, tbn, bls, perc, kybd strings) available as a digital download.

SKU: XC.SATB2409A

10.5 x 6.75 inches.

This new take of God Rest You Merry Gentlemen called Tidings of Comfort and Joy sets the stage for holiday cheer with a familiar beginning before seamlessly transitioning into a lively 6/8 feel, infusing the classic tune with a spirited energy. As the arrangement builds to an epic conclusion, it serves as the perfect opening piece for holiday concerts, creating a festive atmosphere that engages the audience from the start.

SKU: HL.264694

UPC: 888680731069. 5.0x5.0x0.15 inches.

Here is a new twist on this traditional English carol. The vocal writing is light and rhythmic and will surprise your listeners. A piano part is offered as an accompaniment but this arrangement works just as well when sung a cappella. And optional hand clap and percussion parts make this a special piece within your winter concert.

SKU: LO.20-1251L

UPC: 000308064261.

Based on traditional British carol tunes, you and your ringers will have a great deal of fun bringing out the dynamics and color of the music within this fantastic montage.

SKU: CF.FAS125F

ISBN 9781491160688. UPC: 680160919277.

Bell Carol Tidings! is a spirited mashup of the well-known holiday tunes Carol of the Bells and God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen. In the friendly key of e dorian, students will become comfortable with the alternating finger patterns of F# on the D string and C natural on the A string. In this fresh take on two familiar songs, passages with challenging accidentals are avoided and all sections are given exciting melodic material. Everyone gets to play the iconic rhythm of Ring, Christmas Bells! in this approachable arrangement that is sure to inspire students and energize your winter concert.
Bell Carol Tidings! is a spirited mashup of the well-known holiday tunes “Carol of the Bells” and “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen.” In the friendly key of e dorian, students will become comfortable with the alternating finger patterns of F# on the D string and C natural on the A string. In this fresh take on two familiar songs, passages with challenging accidentals are avoided and all sections are given exciting melodic material. Everyone gets to play the iconic rhythm of “Ring, Christmas Bells!” in this approachable arrangement that is sure to inspire students and energize your winter concert.

SKU: CF.FAS125

ISBN 9781491160428. UPC: 680160919017.

Bell Carol Tidings! is a spirited mashup of the well-known holiday tunes Carol of the Bells and God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen. In the friendly key of E dorian, students will become comfortable with the alternating finger patterns of F# on the D string and C natural on the A string. In this fresh take on two familiar songs, passages with challenging accidentals are avoided and all sections are given exciting melodic material. Everyone gets to play the iconic rhythm of Ring, Christmas Bells! in this approachable arrangement that is sure to inspire students and energize your winter concert.
Bell Carol Tidings! is a spirited mashup of the well-known holiday tunes “Carol of the Bells” and “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen”. In the friendly key of E dorian, students will become comfortable with the alternating finger patterns of F# on the D string and C natural on the A string. In this fresh take on two familiar songs, passages with challenging accidentals are avoided and all sections are given exciting melodic material. Everyone gets to play the iconic rhythm of “Ring, Christmas Bells!” in this approachable arrangement that is sure to inspire students and energize your winter concert.