SKU: HL.1123794

ISBN 9781705181973. UPC: 196288109884. 6.75x10.5x0.036 inches.

Greg Gilpin always brings us festive originals for the holidays and winter. This new work takes us to the sparkle and twinkle of the Christmas tree! Using both minor and major modes, this choral asks us to gather by the most beautiful decoration in the room and share the holiday spirit together as family and friends. Check out the festive track to create even more excitement for your holiday performance.

SKU: AP.47639

UPC: 038081543321. English.

A folk-infused ballad celebrating the miracle of Hanukkah. Originally recorded by 90s pop sensation Lisa Loeb, this reflective change-of-pace choral features a rhythmic yet mellow accompaniment and straightforward but expressive vocal parts. Whether you perform with the guitar-inspired piano part, the optional SoundTrax CD, or a folk ensemble of your own, this is truly a special touch for holiday concerts.

Because of changes in our school's schedule and the taking away of the music requirement in 7th and 8th grade, our choir numbers have dropped significantly. Searching for music that has educational value and that the choir will sound good on (we know that's important for the parents and faculty) I came across Light arranged by Andy Beck. This quickly became a favorite of my choir! The kids are excited to rehearse it every day and the sound they are achieving fits the folk-like feel of the piece.

We are using the 2-Part version. Being 7th and 8th graders, of my nine boys, three are unchanged voices (singing alto as written) and my other six are in varying stages of voice change. Those six are bouncing back and forth between alto and soprano parts, singing them down an octave.

Thank you for providing a great piece for the holiday season!

Matt Albrecht
Choir Director
Copley-Fairlawn Middle School

About Alfred Pop Choral Series

The Alfred Pop Series features outstanding arrangements of songs from the popular music genre. These publications provide exciting, contemporary, and educationally-sound arrangements for singers of all ages, from elementary through high school, to college and adult choirs.

SKU: AP.48928

UPC: 038081562520. English. Words by Deborah Craig-Claar; music from March of the Toys by Victor Herbert.

Presenting Victor Herbert's instantly recognizable March of the Toys with all-new hilarious lyrics! This festive feature reads like a wacky to-do list of holiday preparations with non-stop punchlines from the choir and a couple cameo soloists. Your fullest sounds, brightest faces, and biggest personalities are on full display with this theatrical celebration of the season. Get ready to giggle when handheld percussion instruments and sound effects (played by choristers) introduce a parade of unwanted out-of-town guests. It's a crazy cast of characters and Christmas chaos straight out of a comedic holiday movie. Mark Hayes provides a showy piano reduction and a grand orchestration (on the SoundTrax or SoundPax) from fanfare to finish. Visit to download free staging suggestions: alfred.com/countdownstaging.

About Alfred Choral Designs

The Alfred Choral Designs Series provides student and adult choirs with a variety of secular choral music that is useful, practical, educationally appropriate, and a pleasure to sing. To that end, the Choral Designs series features original works, folk song settings, spiritual arrangements, choral masterworks, and holiday selections suitable for use in concerts, festivals, and contests.

SKU: AP.47627

UPC: 038081543208. English. Traditional Carol.

Alternating 3/4 and 6/8 time signatures are a fresh and fabulous twist for this holiday classic. You (and your audience) will be both surprised and delighted! Several brief character solos offer lots of low-pressure opportunities to stand out, and the additive form of the traditional carol makes the piece come together quickly.

About Alfred Choral Designs

The Alfred Choral Designs Series provides student and adult choirs with a variety of secular choral music that is useful, practical, educationally appropriate, and a pleasure to sing. To that end, the Choral Designs series features original works, folk song settings, spiritual arrangements, choral masterworks, and holiday selections suitable for use in concerts, festivals, and contests.

SKU: HL.417880

ISBN 9781705160961. UPC: 196288059257. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.

This original up-tempo holiday selection in a minor key uses independent vocal lines imitating bells then moving into a rhythmic homophonic chorus. Optional descant and sleigh bells add to the joyful lyric of a holiday sleigh ride.

SKU: HL.1114688

ISBN 9781705179505. UPC: 196288105138. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.

Gilpin's joyful original will add a lilt to your holiday concert. Individual melodies weave and layer their way throughout the work shared by a homophonic chorus. A bright opening choral or processional that is easily prepared and joyful to perform.

SKU: AP.48901

UPC: 038081562254. English. Words by Dick Smith.

Kirby Shaw's jazzy arrangement is inspired by Michael Bublé's recording of this cherished holiday standard. Each new refrain glistens more than the last as the lightly syncopated gem unfolds. Perform with the optional SoundTrax accompaniment or a handful of horns and live rhythm section (SoundPax parts available). Pizazzy holiday cheer!

SKU: HL.1224302

ISBN 9781705196335. UPC: 196288143284. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.

You will never go wrong with a holiday classic by Johnny Marks! Let's add some sleigh bells and kazoos and jingle like Santa into the hearts of our audience! Your singers will love learning and performing this winner so give it a good “ho ho ho” and enjoy!

SKU: HL.371611

ISBN 9781705148334. UPC: 196288000044. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.

This lovely ballad, originally sung at holiday time, may be sung at any time of year. It communicates a heartfelt message of kindness, inclusion, and acceptance toward reaching the goal of making the world a better place for everyone.

SKU: HL.282853

UPC: 888680790233. 6.75x10.5 inches.

Elena of Avalor is the story of a young Latina princess who is thrust upon the throne of her family's kingdom after her parents, the King and Queen, are killed. The song draws upon the Latin American tradition of “Parranda Navideña,” in which a group of friends surprise an unsuspecting individual with holiday song, instrument-playing, and refreshment!

SKU: HL.417881

ISBN 9781705160978. UPC: 196288059264. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.

This original up-tempo holiday selection in a minor key uses independent vocal lines imitating bells then moving into a rhythmic homophonic chorus. Optional descant and sleigh bells add to the joyful lyric of a holiday sleigh ride.