Joseph Martin gives you the world in his new cantata that celebrates the carols and traditions of Christmas. Like a seasonal travelogue this work tells the story of Christ's birth with great color and variety. Pamela Martin'sthoughtful narration allows for several performance options and the glorious orchestrations by Brant Adams and Stan Pethel capture perfectly the spirit and joy of this festive work. Observe our unity in Christ with the mostexciting Martin cantata yet! Carols include: Joy to the World ? Angels from the Realms of Glory ? Silent Night ? Infant Holy Infant Lowly ? Niño Lindo ? Italian Pipers Carol ? Love Came Downat Christmas ? Go Tell It on the Mountain ? The Virgin Mary Had a Baby Boy ? Everywhere Christmas Tonight ? and many more. Perf. Time: Approx. 40 minutes.

Set of Parts-Morton Gould's Home For Christmas from 'Holiday Music' for Orchestra. Score and parts.Born in Richmond Hill New York on 10 December 1913 Morton Gould was recognised early on as achild prodigy with the ability to improvise and compose. At the age of six he had his first composition published. He studied at the Institute of Musical Art (now the Juilliard School) but his most important teachers were AbbyWhiteside (Piano) and Vincent Jones (composition).Gould enjoyed an illustrious career. In addition to gaining a Pulitzer Prize for 'Stringmusic' he was Musical America's 1994 Composer-of-the-Year and recieved aKennedy Center Honor in recognition of lifetime contributions to American culture.A long-time member of the American Society of Composers Authors and Publishers Gould was elected president of ASCAP in 1986 apost he held until 1994. In 1986 he was elected to the American Academy and Institute of Arts and Letters. He also served on the board of the American Symphony Orchestra League and on the National Endowment for the Arts musicpanel.

The distinctive and creative style of Bob Krogstad's arranging is apparent once again with this delightful and heartwarming showcase for orchestra. With the clever weaving of several classic carols and holiday songs Bob's medleysparkles from beginning to end. Includes: Ding Dong! Merrily on High The Bell Carol Silver Bells I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day and Jingle Bells. Dur: 6:45

(with O Come All Ye Faithful)-From the best-selling 1996 Christmas cantata Christmas Canticles Benjamin Harlan's arrangement is thrilling. Opening with a festive Gloria in excelsis Deo section followed by a triumphant processional this anthem is highlysingable and effective. Available: SATB Instrumental Pak ChoirTrax Cassette.

Uses: Advent ChristmasScripture: Luke 2From the composer of Tapestry of Light and The Winter Rose comes a new major work that is based on the traditional “Lesson and Carols”service. Filled to overflowing with beloved carols and original seasonal songs this cantata tells the story of Christ's birth adorned with beautiful arrangements and meaningful Scriptures. The work includes optional moments forcongregational participation handbell ringers and children's choir if desired. Stunning orchestrations and a full line of support products are available to support your presentation. Titles include: A Christmas Overture; OCome All Ye Faithful; A Prayer for Advent; People of Promise Arise!; Song of Hope and Joy; O Little Town of Bethlehem; My Soul Doth Magnify the Lord; Lullabies of Bethlehem; Angels We Have Heard on High; Carols for Seekers; LetChristmas Begin; A Christmas Trilogy. Available separately: SATB SAB iPrint Orch CD-rom Printed Orchestration (Score & parts for Flute 1&2 Oboe Clarinet 1&2 Bassoon Horn 1&2 Trumpet 1 2&3 Trombone 1&2 BassTrombone/Tuba Timpani Perc 1&2 Harp Piano Violin 1&2 Viola Cello Double Bass) iPrint Consort CD-rom iPrint Handbells CD-rom StudioTrax CD Listening CD 10-Pack Listening CDs Preview Pack RehearsalTrax CDs DigitalResource Kit. Duration: ca. 59:21 (full performance) ca. 48:37 (w/o opt. congregational anthems).

Hal Leonard is pleased to introduce the first in a new series of publications by renowned conductor Leonard Slatkin long known for his commitment to music education. Leonard's arrangements feature a piano soloist with youthorchestra accompaniment each in a non-traditional creative way that brings a new and fresh approach to your Christmas repertoire. Let your students enjoy the musical touch of one of our most esteemed orchestra conductors in thislovely collection of familiar carols including Carol of the Kings; Silent Night; The Twelve Days of Christmas; Veni veni Emmanuel; Moonlight Carol; The First Noel; God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen; Oh Come All Ye Faithful;Pat-a-Fum; and Deck the Halls with Joy. (Grade 2)Also available for $5.95 each:04490776 Violin 104490777 Violin 204490778 Violin 3 (Vla TC)04490779 Viola04490780Cello04490781 Bass04490782 Piano ($8.95)04490783 Percussion

Easy music for string groups. Playstrings provides an enjoyable and varied repertoire for young string orchestras carefully structured in two levels. The ‘Easy’ level does not normally exceed Grade 2 in difficulty with most partsplayable in first position while the ‘Moderately Easy’ level includes some parts of around Grade 3 standard. At easy level alternative parts are provided so that the absence of viola or a double bass does not prevent the piecefrom being performed. Available in score or sets of instrumental parts. There are over 30 titles covering a wide range of styles including classical pieces folk tunes and Christmas collections. Playstrings is an idealintroduction to orchestral playing for young string players.Available here is the Full Score of Light Music as arranged by Barrie Carson Turner for String Orchestra. Parts available on CH55818

Easy music for string groups. Playstrings provides an enjoyable and varied repertoire for young string orchestras carefully structured in two levels. The ‘Easy’ level does not normally exceed Grade 2 in difficulty with most partsplayable in first position while the ‘Moderately Easy’ level includes some parts of around Grade 3 standard. At easy level alternative parts are provided so that the absence of viola or a double bass does not prevent the piecefrom being performed. Available in score or sets of instrumental parts. There are over 30 titles covering a wide range of styles including classical pieces folk tunes and Christmas collections. Playstrings is an idealintroduction to orchestral playing for young string players.Available here is the Full Score for Sounds from Scotland for String Orchestra. Parts are available on CH55724

Join the fun of Glee and spread Christmas cheer with dazzling renditions of these holiday classics in a medley that will add sparkle to every December concert! Includes: Deck the Rooftop; Merry Christmas Darling; O ChristmasTree; Angels We Have Heard on High. Dur: 5:55 (Grade 3-4)

Easy music for string groups. Playstrings provides an enjoyable and varied repertoire for young string orchestras carefully structured in two levels. The ‘Easy’ level does not normally exceed Grade 2 in difficulty with most partsplayable in first position while the ‘Moderately Easy’ level includes some parts of around Grade 3 standard. At easy level alternative parts are provided so that the absence of viola or a double bass does not prevent the piecefrom being performed. Available in score or sets of instrumental parts. There are over 30 titles covering a wide range of styles including classical pieces folk tunes and Christmas collections. Playstrings is an idealintroduction to orchestral playing for young string players. Set of 19 parts contains: 4 x Violin 1 4 x Violin 2 4 x Violin 3 2 x Viola 3 x Cello 2 x Double Bass/Cello 2.

Easy music for string groups. Playstrings provides an enjoyable and varied repertoire for young string orchestras carefully structured in two levels. The ‘Easy’ level does not normally exceed Grade 2 in difficulty with most partsplayable in first position while the ‘Moderately Easy’ level includes some parts of around Grade 3 standard. At easy level alternative parts are provided so that the absence of viola or a double bass does not prevent the piecefrom being performed. Available in score or sets of instrumental parts. There are over 30 titles covering a wide range of styles including classical pieces folk tunes and Christmas collections. Playstrings is an idealintroduction to orchestral playing for young string players. Set of 21 parts contains: 4 x Violin 1 4 x Violin 2 4 x Violin 3 2 x Viola 1 2 x Viola 2 2 x Cello 1 2 x Cello 2 1 x Double Bass.