SKU: LO.15-3864H

ISBN 9780787774592.

Inspired by the ceasefire that occurred in December of 1914 during World War I, this piece lives in that moment where for a brief moment, the world was at peace. Eyewitness accounts tell us that carols, such as Franz Gruber’s “Stille Nacht” (“Silent Night”) were sung (which is featured in this piece), seasonal greetings in several languages rang out across the trenches, and simple gifts of food and memorabilia were exchanged. In that one brief and beautiful moment, the human spirit triumphed. Fighting ceased, and the world was at peace. An optional reading may be read before the performing that communicates this context to your audience.

SKU: AP.48812

UPC: 038081561363. English.

A solo voice opens this moving anthem of individuality that doubles as a celebration of music. When all the voices join, singers echo warm phrases from part to part and build to an important realization at the bridge: If we all sing together, our songs will become like a symphony. You'll feel a firm tug of the heartstrings as the fully harmonized final verse builds to an impressive cadence and a momentous fermata. An awesome opener or closer in any voicing, and one you won't soon forget.

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.374954

UPC: 196288017486. 6.75x10.5x0.036 inches. Isaiah 12:6, John 12:12-13, Psalm 47:1-9, Zechariah 9:9.

Joy shines in every measure of this easy-to-learn anthem for Palm Sunday. The appearance of a traditional Irish folk tune in the body of the song brings contrast and provides a moment of reflection before the great celebration returns. Ideal for a “ring and sing” procession of palms, this could be easily memorized for pageants and other festival presentations.

SKU: AP.49765

UPC: 038081568522. English.

When considering various winter holidays, what is the common thread? A candle and a song. Beautiful in its simplicity, here's a quiet celebration crafted to resonate universally. Mark's delicate melody and sweet sonorities float effortlessly over a flowing piano accompaniment. With readable rhythms, easy to learn notes, and sensible vocal ranges, it's intentionally uncomplicated so that the message of the text will clearly speak. Hushed and heartfelt, a memorable moment. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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.1426876

UPC: 196288201281. 6.75x10.5 inches.

The child in us all will connect with this seasonal song by Barry Manilow. A memorable melody and lush harmonies meld perfectly with the sentimental lyric, sure to make for a special moment in your holiday performances.

SKU: HL.1321955

UPC: 196288181521. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.

This setting of the 1971 Elton John classic is marvelously singable, with warm harmonic textures and delicate piano stylings. Sure to produce a memorable concert moment.

SKU: LO.15-3939H

ISBN 9780787776978.

A beautifully executed setting of the traditional Catalonian carol! For two-part choirs, this setting is singable and fresh. Featuring moments of call and response and careful harmonies, this is a selection for winter concerts that will help your young singers learn core choral concepts and help them sound their best! The addition of flute is a lovely complement to this piece.