Par L'ESTRANGE ALEXANDER (Arr.). The Germans? love of the Christmas tree is immortalized in the song O Tannenbaum - translated as O Christmas Tree - set to an old folk tune. Many popular singers, including the great Nat ?King? Cole, have recorded their own versions either in German or, as in this arrangement, in English. This piece is part of the Faber Choral Singles series, offering a selection of beautifully crafted arrangements in a diversity of musical styles. From Broadway, pop and folk to spirituals, gospel and original works, the series is arranged for 3-part choir (soprano, alto and a combined male-voice part) providing flexibility for any choir. Complete with straight-forward piano accompaniments supporting the vocal lines, the Faber Choral Singles series guarantees the perfect repertoire for every occasion ? so get exploring and get singing! / Choral Music / Répertoire / Voix Mixtes SAB et Piano

Two beloved Christmas songs captured in one dramatic setting! Flowing quite naturally from 'Silent Night, Holy Night' to 'O Holy Night,' then pairing the two, this ingenious setting is beautifully done! In 3 voicings for treble and mixed choirs, and singers of all ages! Optional flute part included. / Choeur SAB

(with The First Noel) Together We Sing Series-The lyrics of the old English carol Past Three O'Clock are set to an original melody and then partnered with The First Nowell creating a sparkling new work for Christmas and holiday concerts. The optional bell part adds the perfect sound for December. Available: SAB: 2-Part: PianoTrax CD.

Thiman had a fascination with English folk song. Here he sensitively sets O Waly Waly also known as The Water Is Wide as a three-Voice part song for SSA unaccompanied.Eric Thiman was a 20th century composer teacher and Organist who was also an advocate of amateur music-making. He was a prolific composer of church music and Piano and Organ works and his craftsmanship and gift for melody were much admired. He was director of music at the City Temple in London. As an educator he was a professor at the Royal Academy of Music and he wrote many books on harmony counterpoint and musical form.

Bach's Prelude No. 1 in C Major forms the supporting harmonic structure while the lovely O Holy Night lyrics set to fresh original music will create a moment of transcendence in performance! Wonderful for concert programming andworship alike! Available separately: SATB SSA and 2-Part. Duration: ca. 2:30.

William Byrd offers a beautiful setting for the motet “O Gloriosa Domina.” James Marvin has transposed the original up a 4th gaining great clarity for the treble voice. A highly expressive setting of a colorful andpoignant text extolling the virtues of the Virgin Mary the motet is divided into four brief sections each devoted to a verse of the Lauds Hymn. The final “Amen” is particularly striking. An enduring text that ishighly engaging to sing this lovely three-part work is a must for treble choirs.

Uses: General Lent Scripture: Psalm 40:1 - Psalm 116:1-2 - Romans 10:13 With the character of an art song this evocative SAB offering is a wonderful addition to the sacred choral repertoire. Incorporating the time-honored text Pass Me Not O Gentle Savior the impressionistic nature of the writing is a sorbet for the soul reminding us of God's merciful kindness. Prayerful encouraging and hopeful this sacred song is a beautiful portrait of God's grace.

Mendelssohn wrote the motet Hear My Prayer and O For The Wings Of A Dove in Germany in 1844 and premiered it the next year in London. William Bartholomew wrote the English lyrics as well as collaborating with the composer on his oratorio Elijah.O ForTthe Wings Of A Dove is frequently performed as a separate work and was made famous in the UK through a 1927 recording. The work was originally written for SATB Chorus and Organ or Orchestra and is here rendered for Soprano solo and Voices SSA with Piano or Organ.