Written especially for older elementary choirs and younger youth choirs (grades 4-8) The Light Before Christmas celebrates Advent's joyful anticipation of Christ's birth. The five candles of the Advent wreath provide thecentral focus for this service of light that culminates in the lighting of the Christ candle and the arrival of Christmas. Highlighting Advent's messages of hope peace joy and love this unique work may be presented as a fullmusical or individual songs can be performed as featured anthems during the Advent/Christmas season. New songs familiar carols and thoughtful narratives join together to create a truly memorable worship experience filled withthe expectation of Christ's coming and the celebration of His birth. A full line of support products is also available that make the learning process and presentation a breeze. Performance Time: 25 minutes. Songs include:The Wonder of Advent; Hope Is Like a Candle; A Prayer for Peace; Sing for Joy Children of Light; Look to the Light; An Echo Carol of Praise.

Written especially for older elementary choirs and younger youth choirs (grades 4-8) The Light Before Christmas celebrates Advent's joyful anticipation of Christ's birth. The five candles of the Advent wreath provide thecentral focus for this service of light that culminates in the lighting of the Christ candle and the arrival of Christmas. Highlighting Advent's messages of hope peace joy and love this unique work may be presented as a fullmusical or individual songs can be performed as featured anthems during the Advent/Christmas season. New songs familiar carols and thoughtful narratives join together to create a truly memorable worship experience filled withthe expectation of Christ's coming and the celebration of His birth. A full line of support products is also available that make the learning process and presentation a breeze.

A lovely seasonal ballad with a secular 'peace' text making it ideal for any holiday concert (though it could be performed almost any time of year). The gentle melody is perfectly suited to the simple yet meaningful text which is in the tradition of popular 'light one candle' songs.

Anticipating the birth of Christ this stirring anthem highlights the candles of the Advent wreath and their symbols of hope peace joy and love. Ideal for choirs of children youth or adults the piece will beautifully enhance the lighting of the Advent candles as the community of faith prepares for Christ's coming. Available separately: Unison/2-Part Treble CelebrationTrax CD. Duration: ca: 2:55

Par CATTLEY SARAH. Written for baritone Roderick Williams and pianist Susie Allan to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the birth of Ralph Vaughan Williams, the five Frances Cornford settings of A Square and Candle-Lighted Boat further enhance Sarah Cattley’s reputation as an exciting young composer acutely sensitive to the nuances of English poetry. In addition to familiar sources ranging from ‘anon’ to George Mackay Brown, she has found inspiration in the work of women writers including Charlotte Brontë, Fredegond Shove, Moyra Tourlamain and Ursula Vaughan Williams. The finely tuned voice of Cambridge poet Frances Cornford (1886–1960) appealed especially for the touching immediacy of its insights, its probing of emotions from a woman’s viewpoint, and its wide human sympathy. In creative antithesis to the Vaughan Williams Songs of Travel, for which it is intended as a companion piece, a love of home is the theme of the cycle, its domestic interiors and country views illuminated in the warm tones and vivid portrayals of Cattley’s music. Performances at Thaxted and Paxton preceded a London premiere on 12 October 2022, marking the occasion of Vaughan Williams’s birth 150 years ago to the day. / Date parution : 2023-03-11/ Répertoire / Baryton et Piano

From the pen of master composer Joyce Eilers comes this delightful anthem of hope. As one candle can light another so can one person inspire and encourage another. Light the light share the vision show the world what just one can do… Easily learned it is an excellent choice for many concert occasions. Available for SATB 3-Part Mixed 2-Part and VoiceTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:30. Level 2.

Hail Gladdening Light was written at the request of Matthew Owens for the choir of Wells Cathedral and was first performed at Candlemas 2006. The composer has long been an admirer of the setting by Charles Wood and so wanted to create a work with a completely different atmosphere particularly focusing on mystical light. The opening and closing sections make use of the Gregorian Chant for Candlemas – a troped setting of the Nunc dimittis. Where these chanted sections occur they should be unconducted and sung with the freedom and tempo of plainsong. The emphasis throughout the whole piece should be on luminosity. This piece isfrom Faber's Choral Signature Series which introduces a wealth of new or recently written choral music to choirs in search of fresh repertoire. the series draws in a rich diversity of living composers and includes both lighter and more challenging contemporary works offering a thrilling array of varied styles.

Use this quintessential anthem when lighting the peace candle during Advent. Ruth Elaine Schram is known for her tender music of hope and she has touched this subject with her special magic of melody and text. The optional child'ssolo can be a breathtaking option and the flowing keyboard writing helps make this a real winner.

Uses: Advent Hanukkah Ecumenical ConcertA truly memorable melody expresses the warmth and hope of the season of lights in this lovely new choral song. Written with inclusive sensitivity this original text willbe very useful to directors as they strive to be sensitive to the many faiths that celebrate holidays in December. Using the universal symbol of light this work challenges us to carry hope and light to a world in darkness. Greatfor school or church choirs!

Uses: AdventScripture: Isaiah 60:1-2 Mark 1:1-8 Luke 2:4-1This tender advent affirmation is a delicate reminder of the hope we hold in the promises of God. Ideal for the lighting of the hope candle this piece will join others in a series of Advent pieces by this composer in a beautiful progression of sacred songs leading to the manger. The tasteful piano writing supports the vocals and the gentle flute obbligato adds a magictouch to the timbre of the song. Beautiful!

Uses: Christmas Christmas Eve Advent Scripture: Luke 2:15-16 John 8:12 John 9:5 Lilting joyfully this anthem celebrates the Christ Candle and announces the glory of the newborn King. The last in a series of Advent candle anthems by Ruthie this finale is a festive acclamation of light. The flute and cello parts are optional but add a wonderful effect. The brief quote from ADESTE FIDELES is a special bow on this Christmas gift. Flute and cello parts included.

An easy yet touching piece with a meaningful text: 'Light a candle hold a sign of hope in your hand.' Opening statement of the melody may be performed by a male/female duet. Basic choral writing quickly learned by any age choir.

Together We Sing Series-Representing each candle of the menorah the feelings of cheer kindness charity friendship hope peace and prosperity are conveyed through a happy up-beat arrangement. A joyful selection for the celebration of Hanukkah.Available separately: 2-Part StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:00.