A Gaelic Blessing is a simple and catchy piece by Craig McLeish. This piece will be particularly useful for school, junior and community choirs, and a tuneful introduction to singing simple contrapuntal lines. The second soprano part repeats the tune at bar 33 and should dominate here - the first sopranos and altos should support appropriately. Ease and beauty of tone should be of paramount importance throughout. An inspiring selection of new works from a range of contemporary composers, the Novello New Choral Series offers pieces for all types of choirs, including sacred and secular works from simple, four-part settings to more expansive, yet accessible, repertoire in an exciting variety of styles. Craig McLeish began his musical life as a chorister at St Paul's Cathedral under Barry Rose. He began composing at the age of ten and his preces and responses for four trebles are still in the repertoire. After a degree at York University he returned to London to study at the Guildhall and sang again at St Paul's as a tenor. At the time he also arranged and copied music for West End shows such as Les Miserables and Miss Saigon, and played bass guitar for various groups. This led to a spell in the cult pop band 'Fat and Frantic', who shaved the top 100 twice with the whimsical anthem Last night my wife hoovered my head. He also worked as musical assistant for David Heneker (Half a Sixpence) and David Fanshawe (African Sanctus). In 1992 Craig became director of the Methodist Association of Youth Clubs Orchestra and Singers, performing concerts throughout the UK and becoming involved in a number of recordings and BBC broadcasts. During this time he arranged more than 250 orchestral scores ranging from Queen to Calamity Jane, Stravinsky and Stevie Wonder. Alongside this he began arranging and writing songs for children's collections (Big Blue Planet, Love Shone Down) and producing recordings and string arrangements for various artists (Sheila Walsh, Kim Hill, Matt Redman). He is also well known as a conductor and arranger for Songs of Praise. Recently Craig has collaborated with composer Tolga Kashif writing orchestrations for the RPO's Seo Taiji Symphony, the Classic FM chart-topping CD by saxophonist Tyler Rix, and the Genesis Suite which was premiered at the Barbican. He has been musical director of Young Voices UK for 13 years, bringing large school choirs together to play with a live band and solo artists, and currently conducts the Milton Keynes Community Choir, Hart and Soul Community Choir and the Milton Keynes Youth Choir. / Choeur SSA

A Celtic Christmas Celebration-The joy and hope of Christmas are celebrated in this new Celtic-styled cantata from the pen that brought you The Mystery and the Majesty and Winter's Grace. This jubilant work is filled with tuneful carols thoughtful narration and sparkling orchestrations. Traditional melodies form the foundations of this tapestry of lights bringing to your holiday presentation a pleasing mixture of choirs carols and candlelight. Presented inboth SAB and SATB formats a full line of support products is available including a digital resource kit complete with PowerPoint images rehearsal tips and art files to assist in the creation of your program. Two orchestrationoptions are available: a Celtic consort and full orchestra.

The ringing of Christmas bells adds joy to a merry season! This sparkling setting of the traditional German carol Kling Glöckchen will be a festive addition to all types of holiday programs! Perform with piano ororchestra with optional handbells. Handbell part included. Available separately: SATB SAB 2-Part Chamber Orchestra Score and Parts (fl 1 2 ob cl 1 2 bn perc 1 2 hp vn 1 2 va vc b) ChoirTrax CD. Duration: ca.1:20.

From Finian's Rainbow this fully-orchestrated arrangement is delightfully lush with vocal harmony. Available in voicings for all levels the inspiring lyric of follow your dream is never heard sweeter than in this choral. Available: SATB: SAB: SSA: 2-Part: Orchestration (Print & Digital): StudioTrax CD.

Sparkling bright happy and simply gorgeous are a few words to describe this new orchestrated arrangement by Mark Hayes. With an introduction that would surely thrill writers Sammy Cahn and Jule Styne Mark leads into a jazz waltz that dances into an ending any Hollywood movie would dream of using and performing! Available separately: SATB SAB 2-Part Orchestration Parts and Score StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:20.

This sparkling pair of holiday classics will be an excellent addition to all types of Christmas concerts. Perfect for performing with school and community orchestras it will be especially enjoyable for children's audiences.Includes: Jolly Old St. Nicholas Up on the Housetop. Available separately: SATB SAB S(S)A Chamber Orchestra ChoirTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:45.

A Cantata for Christmas-Joyful sounds abound in this colorful Christmas gift for choirs. Through poetic narration scripture passages and creatively arranged carols the timeless story of the birth of Christ is presented. Gathered around the wonders that accompanied Jesus' birth this cantata journeys from the miracle of prophecy to the incarnation and proclamation of this most significant moment. Stellar orchestrations by Brant Adams and a chamber orchestration by Stan Pethel frame the work with golden beauty. A full line of companion products is available to support your presentation. Songs include: Overture A Processional of Hope Joy Arising Your Light Has Come My Soul Rejoices in the Lord ACeltic Cradle Carol Alleluia! Christ Is Born! Would I Miss the Miracle? A Gloria Gathering. Full orchestration (fl 1-2 ob cl 1-2 bn hn 1-2 tpt 1-3 tbn 1-2 tba hp pno timp perc 1-2 vn 1-2 va vc db) available as a Printed Edition or as a digital download. Consort orchestration (fl cl tpt 1-2 tbn bells perc kybrd strings) available as a Printed Edition or as a digital download.

from American Landscapes-The mystery and majesty of Yellowstone is perfectly portrayed in this choral tone poem that celebrates the beauty of this American treasure. An ideal concert and festival work it may be performed by voices and piano or with theoptional orchestration. Available separately: SATB SAB SSA ChoirTrax CD. Chamber Orchestra score and parts available digitally (fl1 fl2 ob bn tpt hn tbn bar timp vn1 vn2 va vc db). Duration: ca. 3:20.

Choral Highlights-Adam Guettel's The Light in the Piazza has been described as “a shimmering pearl ” and with its soaring melodies and passionate romantic lyrics the Tony Award-winning musical richly deserves the accolades ithas received. This 11-minute medley features well-crafted vocal parts and the orchestration captures the magic of the original Broadway production. Ideal for high school and community choirs it includes: The Beauty Is TheLight in the Piazza Passeggiata Say It Somehow Statues and Stories. Available separately: SATB SAB SSA Chamber Orchestra score and parts (sc fl ob eh timp perc hp str: 88442) and ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 11:30

The 17th century poem by Robert Herrick forms the basis for this lovely setting. The solo opening is taken up by the choir in a gently imitative way followed by a contrasting middle section that reflects the imagery portrayed inthe text. Finally the music modulates and the rich choral textures bring the work to a fulfilling conclusion. Available separately: SATB/Solo SAB/Solo SSA/Solo ChoirTrax CD. Chamber Orchestra score and parts available as aprinted edition and as a digital download (fl 1-2 ob cl 1-2 bn perc 1-3 hp vn 1-2 va vc db). Duration: ca. 3:45.

Sing Noel Alleluia!. This is your festive finale moment for holiday programming! A masterful rendition of a cadre of colorful Christmas carols, this choral tour de force is sure to be a hit with audiences everywhere. The significant piano part is filled with supportive yet artful moments sure to delight the accompanist, and with multiple voicings and a chamber orchestration available, this will work for almost every type of ensemble. Score and Parts (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, perc 1-3, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download.

This easy impressive medley will allow you to combine all your choirs with band and/or orchestra for a unique closer. Additionally it's carefully arranged to work with band alone. Includes: Joy To The World It Came Upon A Midnight Clear Adeste Fidelis. Available: SATB 2-Part 3-Part Mixed Concert Band String Pak.

Written by veteran minister of music Mark D. Edwards this joyous and uplifting song is presented here in a well-crafted arrangement for choir. The chamber-like orchestration will add sparkle to any performance. Availableseparately: SATB SAB SSA Chamber Orchestra score and parts (sc fl perc vn 1 2 va vc) ChoirTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:05.

From the same team that gave us You Raise Me Up comes Raise Your Voices as recorded by Secret Garden on their Earthsongs album. The orchestration and female soloist give this anthem the authentic Celtic feelof the original recording. Perfect for any size ensemble church or sacred school settings complete with orchestra pak.Available separately: SATB SAB and SSA. Instrumental ePak includes score and parts for Flute F Horn BbTrumpet 1 2 Trombone Timpani Cymbals Violin 1 2 Viola Cello and String Bass. ChoirTrax CD also available. Performance Time: Approx. 4:00

Gilbert Martin's lovely arrangement for 3-part treble voices with keyboard and optional bells (handbells orchestra bells or chimes)