SATB Score-Digital Version -
Arranged by Mary McDonald and
Joel Raney. Musicals for
Adults. Christmas, Sacred.
Choral score. 116 pages. Hope
Publishing - Digital #8901DP.
Published by Hope Publishing
- DigitalIn this collaboration between two of the most popular sacred music arrangers in the country, Mary McDonald's exuberant, dynamic style blends seamlessly with Joel Raney's rhythmic and beautifully emotional music to provide your musicians with a unique Christmas event that is sure to become the highlight of the season.
The work is composed of four stand-alone suites. Each movement includes original music combined with favorite carols, creating a perfect blend of familiar and new. The writing is accessible for most groups yet contains enough richness to provide any choir with a fulfilling choral experience. The optional two-person narration knits the suites into a thrilling and complete re-telling of the Christmas story. Performance time is 45 minutes.
Full Orchestrations by Michael Lawrence includes: Conductor's Score, Piccolo, 2 Flutes, Oboe, 2 Clarinets, Bassoon, Bass Clarinet (substitute for Bassoon), 3 Trumpets, 2 Horns, Alto Sax (substitute for Horn 1 and 2), 3 Trombones, Tenor Sax/Baritone T.C. (substitute for Trombone 1 and 2), Tuba, Percussion, Timpani, Harp, Piano, 2 Violins, Viola, Cello, String Bass, String Reduction. Included in the Percussion are: Timpani, Bells, Sus. Cymbal, Crash Cymbals, Chimes, Mark Tree (Windchimes), Finger Cymbal, Bell Tree, Triangle, Sleigh Bells, Congas (opt. D'jembe), Tambourine, Shaker).
Carols of the Season: Timpani