Edition no.: BA 8957 ISMN: 9790006525515 Editor: Münden, Gerd-Peter Language(s) of work: German, English, Latin Language(s) of text: German, English Product format: Score, Anthology Includes the following individual parts: Mixed choir: SSATBB, Children's choir: SSA oder Youth choir: SSA oder Chor (gleichstimmig) Organ ad lib. Binding: Stapled Pages / 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 season Contents There comes a galley, laden / Es kommt ein Schiff, geladen O saviour, open heaven’s gate / O Heiland, reiß die Himmel auf O Lord, how shall I meet you / Wie soll ich dich empfangen Angels from the realms of Glory / Hört der Engel helle Lieder As I was watching o’er my sheep / Als ich bei meinen Schafen wacht Good Christian men rejoice / Nun singet und seid froh The Editor Gerd-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.

Written for 3-part choir and piano. Translation means We wish you a good Christmas. Text is Swahili and English.

Discovery Level 2-What child has not wanted a puppy for Christmas? This original novelty song is a sweet and funny look at what can happen when we don't get exactly what we want. Written in a theatrical style this tune lends itself to riser choreography leading to plenty of smiles all around! Available separately: 3-Part Mixed 2-Part VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:40.

Set in the style of a buoyant English dance this vibrant setting of Kenneth Grahame's verse from The Wind in the Willows expresses the joy and gladness in the air at Christmas. Your audience will be delighted! Availableseparately: SATB opt. a cappella 3-Part Mixed opt. a cappella 2-Part. Duration: ca. 1:50.

Return to the simple joys of the Christmas season with Vince Guaraldi's jazz renditions of traditional carols and original music written for this classic holiday favorite. Includes: Christmas Time Is Here Hark theHerald Angels Sing Linus and Lucy O Christmas Tree. Available: SATB SAB 2-Part ShowTrax CD. Approx. Time: 4:50.

from A Little Princess-This bright and Christmasy song from Andrew Lippa's musical A Little Princess will fill your stage with color and holiday delight! An excellent opener for choirs of all levels!

Medley-Christmas favorites arranged in a Baroque style combined with the theme from Handel's Water Music will create a colorful 3-minute collage that will delight every audience! Singable phrases and a joyful continuo-styleaccompaniment will create a festive atmosphere for church and concert performances! Includes: Hornpipe from Handel's Water Music Angels We Have Heard on High Hark! The Herald Angels Sing Joy to the World. Availableseparately: SATB SAB 2-Part ChoirTrax CD. Score and parts (solo tpt hn 1-2 vn 1-2 va vc db) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download. Duration: ca. 3:00.

Santa is definitely in the building with this fun 4-minute medley of Christmas songs identified with the King of Rock & Roll. Includes: Blue Christmas Santa Bring My Baby Back (to Me) Santa Claus Is Back in Town.Available separately: SATB SAB TBB 2-Part ShowTrax CD. Rhythm parts available digitally (synth gtr b dm). Duration: ca. 4:00.

Medley-This spectacular setting for choir band and optional strings of some of Irving Berlin's classic songs offers a variety of entertaining performance options and highlights his most beloved holiday songs. The 7-minute medleyincludes: Happy Holiday I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm Count Your Blessings Instead of Sheep Snow White Christmas. Available separately: SATB SAB 2-Part Concert Band (Grade 3) String Pak ShowTrax CD. Duration:ca. 6:40.

Blending holiday romance with a splash of nostalgia this guy/girl duet recorded by Dave Barnes and Lady Antebellum's Hillary Scott will add the perfect touch of yuletide charm to your Christmas concert! Available separately:SATB SAB 2-Part ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:20.

The impeccable artistry of Vince Guaraldi's timeless classic from the TV special A Charlie Brown Christmas has truly become part of our shared cultural heritage! You can't help but lose yourself in the warmth of the lushjazz harmonies in this authentic setting. Available separately: SATB SAB SSA ChoirTrax CD. Score and parts (pno jazz gtr ac bass dm perc vn 1-2 va vc) available as a CD-ROM and as a digital download. Duration: ca. 3:50.

The beloved melody for Danny Boy is combined with a beautiful original Christmas lyric for a choral blessing that will create a moment of sheer magic at the close of every Christmas concert or service. Optional a cappella orpiano with glockenspiel. Available separately: SATB SAB SSA. Duration: ca. 2:15.

With its sumptuous layered harmonies this beautiful choral arrangement of White Christmas is the ideal piece for choruses seeking an impressive centrepiece for their festive programme.Arranged for SSA choir with Piano accompaniment by Christopher Hussey you can add some luxurious jazz inspired splendour to your seasonal repertoire this Christmas.

Bring some energy and fun to your choral concert with this '60s-style number from the Mariah Carey Christmas album. Performance Time: Approx. 3:50.

Celebrate the joy and exultation of the Christmas angels in this very singable setting of the Michael W. Smith song from his It's a Wonderful Christmas album. Quoting snippets of “Joy to the World” and includingthrilling harmonic lifts this buoyant work will fill your performance space with an abundance of seasonal spirit! Available separately: SATB SAB SSA ChoirTrax CD. Score and Parts (fl 1-2 ob cl 1-2 bn perc 1-3 hp vn 1-2 va vc db) available as a digital download. Duration: ca. 3:00.