SKU: CF.FAS115F

ISBN 9781491154885. UPC: 680160913435. 9 x 12 inches. Key: E minor.

Rejoice, East and West pairs two of the most popular holiday pieces. O Come, O Come Emmanuel is one of the staples of music for the season of Advent. Its plaintive melody represents the subdued tone of Advent, waiting and anticipating during the four weeks before Christmas Day. The modal character has roots in Ancient Greece and is characteristic of the music from Middle Eastern countries. The melody of Joy to the World is attributed to George Frideric Handel. It first appeared in 1719 in a collection by Isaac Watts, who adapted the text. It is one of the most published Christmas hymns in North America and is one of the most iconic songs for celebrating the birth of Christ. The connection between these two contrasting pieces is rejoice. In Emmanuel the modal tones arrive at a major chord and the words exclaim Rejoice, rejoice! This is where a bridge is composed to arrive at a jubilant introduction of Joy to the World. This arrangement teaches students dynamic contrast, tempo changes, slurs and ties.
Rejoice, East and West pairs two of the most popular holiday pieces.  “O Come, O Come Emmanuel” is one of the staples of music for the season of Advent.  Its plaintive melody represents the subdued tone of Advent, waiting and anticipating during the four weeks before Christmas Day.  The modal character has roots in Ancient Greece and is characteristic of the music from Middle Eastern countries. The melody of “Joy to the World” is attributed to George Frideric Handel.  It first appeared in 1719 in a collection by Isaac Watts, who adapted the text.  It is one of the most published Christmas hymns in North America and is one of the most iconic songs for celebrating the birth of Christ. The connection between these two contrasting pieces is “rejoice.” In “Emmanuel” the modal tones arrive at a major chord and the words exclaim “Rejoice, rejoice!” This is where a bridge is composed to arrive at a jubilant introduction of “Joy to the World.” This arrangement teaches students dynamic contrast, tempo changes, slurs and ties.

SKU: HP.C6334

UPC: 763628163341.

Quick Study Choral This Quick Study Choral, arranged by Hope's handbell editor, Brenda Austin, is written for SATB choir and appropriately includes an optional 3 oct. handbell part. Easily learned, with its familiar lyrical melody and harmonies, this Advent favorite calls for us to Rejoice! as we anticipate Emmanuel's arrival.

SKU: HP.9203

UPC: 763628192037.

Quick Study Choral This Quick Study Choral, arranged by Hope's handbell editor, Brenda Austin, is written for SATB choir and appropriately includes an optional 3 oct. handbell part. Easily learned, with its familiar lyrical melody and harmonies, this Advent favorite calls for us to Rejoice! as we anticipate Emmanuel's arrival.

SKU: CF.CM9637

ISBN 9781491157091. UPC: 680160915651. 6.875 x 10.5 inches. Key: D minor. English, English.

From the opening driving piano accompaniment and throughout the rhythmically charged vocal lines, Baas' arrangement of the timeless Veni, Veni Emmanuel tune is perfect for the burgeoning tenor-bass choir! A must for every holiday program and an excellent festival piece as well!

SKU: LO.99-4018MD

UPC: 000308154115.

Performance/accompaniment CD plus Split-track for 10/5314MD Adapted from plainsong, this Jay Rouse arrangement of music by Pietro Yon is full of awe and wonder. Original music adds life and energy to the classic text, while accessibility and repetition make it the perfect anthem for choirs of varying sizes. Amp up your Advent worship with this refreshing setting.