(No. 1 of Three Folk Carols for Mary ). By Laurie Betts Hughes. For SATB choir, a cappella. Giselle Wyers Choral Series. Christmas

Voice, Piano

SKU: FG.042-05849-7

Composed by Jean Sibelius. Published by Fennica Gehrman (FG.042-05849-7).

ISBN 979-0-042-05849-7.

Under the heading of opus 1 Sibelius grouped together five Christmas carols for voice and piano, written between 1895 and 1913. In this edition the texts are in Finnish and Swedish (Joulupukki kolkuttaa / Nu star jul vid snoig port * Jo on joulu taalla / Nu sa kommer julen * Jo joutuu ilta / Det morknar ute * En etsi valtaa, loistoa / Giv mig ej glans, ej guld, ej prakt * On hanget korkeat, nietokset / Visst drivor hoga som skyn vi ha).

SSA choir - Level 1

SKU: CA.319540

Composed by Bernard Lallement. Separate edition with choral collection. Sacred vocal music, Folk songs and settings of folk songs, Christmas Carols, Advent, Christmas. Full score. Composed 2009. Duration 2 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 03.195/40. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.319540).

ISBN 9790007156336. Key: D major. Language: German. Text: Kritzinger, Friedrich Wilhelm. Text: Friedrich Wilhelm Kritzinger.

SSAA choir - Level 1

SKU: CA.319490

Composed by Franz Xaver Gruber and Vic Nees. Separate edition with choral collection. Sacred vocal music, Folk songs and settings of folk songs, Christmas Carols, Advent, Christmas. Full score. Composed 2008. Duration 2 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 03.194/90. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.319490).

ISBN 9790007177201. Key: E flat major. Language: German. Text: Mohr, Joseph Franz. Text: Joseph Franz Mohr.

4 Saxophones SATBar

SKU: AP.1-ADV7422

For SATBar Saxophone Quartet. Arranged by Bill Perconti. Quartet; Solo Small Ensembles; Woodwind - Saxophone Quartet. Advance Music: Holiday Celebration Series. Christmas; Sacred; Traditional; Winter. Score and Part(s). Advance Music #01-ADV7422. Published by Advance Music (AP.1-ADV7422).

ISBN 9783892215769. UPC: 805095074222. English. Traditional.

Noels (the French spelling) are old but enduring carols that often tell a ballad-like story. Nowells (English spelling) are likely derived from and developed by English wandering minstrels. Both carols and nowells are often in 3/4 meter, lending themselveswell to dance. The First Nowell is one of a few carols that survived a ban on Christmas by the English Parliament in 1645. The tune is one of the oldest ballad carols, perhaps dating back to 1500, and likely originating in England. This arrangement of The First Nowell has multiple settings of the 3/4 time melody.

This arrangement for saxophone quartet (SATBar)---rather than favoring a soprano solo with accompaniment---strives to include all the players in the music making, particularly by distributing melodic material throughout the ensemble. In addition, all dynamics and articulations should be taken as suggestions only, as performers are encouraged to make their own interpretations.

SATB choir; clarinet; flute; trombone; trumpet

SKU: HP.C5771C

Arranged by Jay Althouse. Piano with Optional B-Flat Instrument, Clarinet, Flute, Trombone, Trumpet. Christmas, Sacred. Performance/Accompaniment CD. Hope Publishing Company #C5771C. Published by Hope Publishing Company (HP.C5771C).

UPC: 763628957711. Luke 2:10-14, 2 Corinthians 5:19, Revelation 15:4, Hebrews 1:6, Matthew 1:21-23, John 1:1 1 John 1:14, Philippians 2:7, Isaiah 9:6, Malachi 4:2, 1 Peter 1:3.

Medley of two familiar Christmas carols This exuberant medley of two cherished Christmas carols comes from Jay Althouse's Joy to the World: A Celebration of Carols, our top-selling Christmas musical in 2011. The effective use of rhythmic energy makes this a captivating setting for worship or concert! The Instrumental packet contains a Conductor's Score and parts for: Flute, B-flat Clarinet, 2 Trumpets, Trombone, Electric Bass and Snare Drum.

Orchestra violin 1, violin 2, violin 3, viola, cello, bass - Grade 2.5

SKU: CF.YAS201

Entre le bœuf et l'âne gris. Composed by Traditional French Carol. Arranged by Ian David Coleman. Folio. Yas. Set of Score and Parts. 8+8+2+5+5+8+5 pages. Duration 3 minutes, 5 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #YAS201. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.YAS201).

ISBN 9781491157763. UPC: 680160916344. 9 x 12 inches.

Though not as familiar as other holiday carols, this ancient melody has an intrinsic beauty in both its shape and harmonic support. Reflecting those elements, this arrangement creates an evocative sound world. The mood is inspired by viewing the expanse of the night sky. Throughout history, we as humans are connected, in a sense, by the fact that we look up at the same pattern of stars today as those who created this ancient tune so many years ago, which suggests a point of connection over time. In this arrangement you will find a sense of wonder and awe as the melody weaves its way between consonance and dissonance. The re-imagining of this medieval carol reflects the timeless nature of the Christmas season. Students will work on sustaining long tones and tuning non-traditional chords in this choral-like setting for string orchestra. The melody flows between all the parts with short musical interludes between.
Though not as familiar as other holiday carols, this ancient melody has an intrinsic beauty in both its shape and harmonic support. Reflecting those elements, this arrangement creates an evocative sound world.  The mood is inspired by viewing the expanse of the night sky.  Throughout history, we as humans are connected, in a sense, by the fact that we look up at the same pattern of stars today as those who created this ancient tune so many years ago, which suggests a point of connection over time.  In this arrangement you will find a sense of wonder and awe as the melody weaves its way between consonance and dissonance. The re-imagining of this medieval carol reflects the timeless nature of the Christmas season. Students will work on sustaining long tones and tuning non-traditional chords in this choral-like setting for string orchestra. The melody flows between all the parts with short musical interludes between.

About Carl Fischer Young String Orchestra Series

Thi s series of Grade 2/Grade 2.5 pieces is designed for second and third year ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:
--Occasionally extending to third position
--Keys carefully considered for appropriate difficulty
--Addition of separate 2nd violin and viola parts
--Viola T.C. part included
--Increase in independence of parts over beginning levels

SATB choir unaccompanied - Intermediate

SKU: EC.1.3706

Composed by Eric Choate. Advent, Christmas, Christmas-Sacred, Hanging of the Green, Lessons and Carols. Instrument parts. Galaxy Music Corporation #1.3706. Published by Galaxy Music Corporation (EC.1.3706).

UPC: 600313137068. English.

An a cappella treatment of this wonderful French carol. The piece begins with a four-part strophic setting; then as the piece develops, the parts begin to divide and play off each other, some serving as accompaniment to the melody. A delightful, bright and energetic treatment.

Concert Band - Grade 1.5

SKU: AP.49961S

Arranged by Robert Sheldon. Concert Band; MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Sound Innovations Series for Band (SIB). Christmas; Meters; Traditional. Score. Alfred Music #00-49961S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49961S).

ISBN 9781470658618. UPC: 038081576176. English. Traditional English Carol.

This uplifting arrangement of Sussex Carol, arranged by Robert Sheldon, is an ideal setting of one of England's most popular carols and the perfect choice for your holiday program. Usually performed in a spirited 6/8, this version sets the tune in a slower 3/4 time, allowing younger musicians to enjoy playing this delightful melody. (1:50) (Correlates to Sound Innovations, Book 1, Level 6).

Concert Band - Grade 1.5

SKU: AP.49961

Arranged by Robert Sheldon. Concert Band; MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Sound Innovations for Concert Band. Christmas; Meters; Traditional. Score and Part(s). Alfred Music #00-49961. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49961).

ISBN 9781470658601. UPC: 038081576169. English. Traditional English Carol.

This uplifting arrangement of Sussex Carol, arranged by Robert Sheldon, is an ideal setting of one of England's most popular carols and the perfect choice for your holiday program. Usually performed in a spirited 6/8, this version sets the tune in a slower 3/4 time, allowing younger musicians to enjoy playing this delightful melody. (1:50) (Correlates to Sound Innovations, Book 1, Level 6).

Orchestra violin 1, violin 2, violin 3, viola, cello, bass - Grade 2.5

SKU: CF.YAS216

Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Erica Donahoe. Carl Fischer Young String Orchestra Series. Set of Score and Parts. 10+10+16+16+4+10+8 pages. Carl Fischer Music #YAS216. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.YAS216).

ISBN 9781491160503. UPC: 680160919093.

This elegant arrangement blends the familiar Christmas carols It Came Upon a Midnight Clear and The First Noel. The melody is passed to all sections of the orchestra with delicate pizzicato accompaniments, giving developing players the opportunity to work on slurs, dotted rhythms, legato phrasing, and tone production in the key of C major. A peaceful interlude builds toward a restatement of the opening First Noel theme that crescendos toward a triumphant finale. A wonderful selection sure to be a joy to perform in your winter concert.
This elegant arrangement blends the familiar Christmas carols It Came Upon a Midnight Clear and The First Noel. The melody is passed to all sections of the orchestra with delicate pizzicato accompaniments, giving developing players the opportunity to work on slurs, dotted rhythms, legato phrasing, and tone production in the key of C major. A peaceful interlude builds toward a restatement of the opening First Noel theme that crescendos toward a triumphant finale. A wonderful selection sure to be a joy to perform in your winter concert.

About Carl Fischer Young String Orchestra Series

Thi s series of Grade 2/Grade 2.5 pieces is designed for second and third year ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:
--Occasionally extending to third position
--Keys carefully considered for appropriate difficulty
--Addition of separate 2nd violin and viola parts
--Viola T.C. part included
--Increase in independence of parts over beginning levels

SAB choir and piano

SKU: LO.45-1646L

Choral collection. Singable Solutions. Sacred Choral, Advent, Christmas, Thanksgiving. Lorenz Publishing Company #45/1646L. Published by Lorenz Publishing Company (LO.45-1646L).

ISBN 9780787790011.

Have you ever shopped for new music, discovered an anthem you really enjoyed, and then realized, â??This piece is just too big for my choir?â? For those of you who responded with an emphatic â??Yes!â? and helped make Vol. 1 (45/1639L) a bestseller, weâ??re excited to bring you Vol. 2 of Sunday Solutions for SAB Choirs. This set features nine anthems particularly appropriate for the Fall season, including arrangements of favorite hymns and carols as well as original works by Lloyd Larson, Brad Nix, Ruth Elaine Schram, and many more of your favorites. A recorded accompaniment is available, and many of the pieces feature the optional inclusion of instrumentalistsâ??from a flute soloist to a small group of handbell ringers to a brass and percussion ensemble. Several also offer the option to stretch to SATB parts or shrink to Two-part Mixed, maximizing the practicality of this must-have resource.

Piano

SKU: HL.50606510

BB69 (1915). Composed by Bela Bartok. Edited by Lá, Somfai, and szló. EMB. 20Th Century, Classical, Hungarian. Softcover. 16 pages. Editio Musica Budapest #Z20105. Published by Editio Musica Budapest (HL.50606510).

ISBN 9781705190739. UPC: 196288126867.

Bart� �³k composed the Sonatina for solo piano in his 'Romanian year' of 1915; this was when he also composed the set of Romanian Folk Dances and the Romanian Christmas Carols. In this relatively short piano piece (lasting three to four minutes), the composer used instrumental folk music collected in Transylvania. In the first movement, Bartók conjures up two bagpipes, and, in the second, a fiddler playing for a bear dance. The first edition of the Sonatina was published by Rózsavölgyi in 1919, and the composer premieredthe work in 1920 in Pozsony (Bratislava). This separate print is based on volume 38 of the Bartók Complete Critical Edition published in 2019, in which Henle Verlag of Munichand Editio Musica Budapest published the piano works composed between 1914 and 1920. The musical text is accompanied by a preface in English and Hungarian by László Somfai, and by editorial remarks which not only discuss the sources but also offer practical advice for performers. Contents: 1. Bagpipers 2. Bear Dance 3. Finale.

SATB choir, assembly, organ accompaniment, violin 1, violin 2, viola, cello, 2 or 3 octaves handbells - Beginning

SKU: GI.G-7791

Composed by Henry John Gauntlett. Arranged by Hal H. Hopson. Christmastide, Christmas Vigil, Christmas Night, Christmans Dawn, Christmas Day. Christmas. Tune Name: Irby. Sacred. Octavo. 8 pages. GIA Publications #7791. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-7791).

UPC: 785147779100. English. Text by Cecil Frances Alexander.

Thanks to the venerable Lessons and Carols tradition, many choirs begin their Christmas programs or preludes with a setting of the hymn “Once in Royal David’s City.” This Hal Hopson setting also includes optional parts for string quartet and handbells.

Band Concert Band - Grade 2

SKU: CF.YPS168

Composed by Traditional Christmas Songs. Arranged by Andrew Balent. Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 8+2+4+4+2+2+5+2+2+4+4+4+6 +3+2+3+1+1+2+2+12 pages. Duration 2 minutes, 17 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #YPS168. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.YPS168).

ISBN 9781491143988. UPC: 680160901487. 9 x 12 inches. Key: Eb major.

The Merry Kings is a clever arrangement of two Christmas songs about kings, We Three Kings and Good King Wenceslas. Arranger Andrew Balent has put some interesting harmonic twists on these old favorites, occasionally shifting into modal treatments of the carols. A fresh take on old classics for your next holiday concert.

SKU: CA.4015000

Composed by Hans Georg Pfluger. Edited by Hans Georg Pfluger. This edition: Paperbound. Hymns by Martin Luther: Gelobet seist du, Jesu Christ, Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland. German title: Stille Nacht (47 Weihnachtslieder). Sacred vocal music, Hymn settings, Christmas Carols, Advent, End of the church year, Epiphany, Christmas, Praise and thanks. Full score. Carus Verlag #CV 40.150/00. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.4015000).

ISBN 9790007063115. Illustrator: HAP Grieshaber.

Silent Night with 47 Christmas carols and 32 wood cuttings by H.A.P. Grieshaber, many in color; First edition 1976, reviesed 2nd edition 1998; 1-4 voices, piano.

Soprano voice solo, mixed choir and organ (piano) (Vocal Score) - difficult

SKU: HL.49030540

Carol. Composed by Sir Peter Maxwell Davies. This edition: Saddle stitching. Sheet music. Edition Schott. Playing score. Composed 2004. Op. 256, no.1. 8 pages. Duration 4'. Schott Music #ED 12870. Published by Schott Music (HL.49030540).

ISBN 9790220123986. UPC: 884088109431. 8.5x11.75x0.088 inches. English.

During his time as Master of the Queen's Music, Sir Peter Maxwell Davies wrote a new carol for Her Majesty the Queen each Christmas. Lullay, My Child, and Weep No More was the first in this series, written for Christmas 2004. All 10 carols are published in the Schott Royal CollectionA setting of the traditional fifteenth century text for soprano solo, SATB choir and organ, Lullay, My Child, and Weep No More was first performed in St. James's Palace by the choir of the Chapel Royal at the end of the 2004/2005 Christmas period.

Orchestra String Orchestra - Grade 1.5-2

SKU: CF.FAS38

Composed by Franz Xaver Gruber. Arranged by Roy Phillippe. Carl Fischer First Plus String Orchestra Series. Sacred, Christmas. Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 8 pages. Carl Fischer Music #FAS38. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.FAS38).

ISBN 9780825861130. UPC: 798408061135. 8.5 X 11 inches. Key: D major.

One of the most beloved of all Christmas carols is presented in an easy, yet beautiful arrangement by Roy Phillippe. Every sections is given a chance to play the melody in the very playable setting. The optional piano part adds interest and colorful lines to this already very special piece.
I am of the opinion that a piece of music is not judged by how difficult it is to play, but by how good it sounds. While my arrangement of Silent Night is written for beginning string players, I have tried to keep it interesting for all players. It should be played warmly with expression to create a full sound.The piece begins with an introduction based on the three-note Silent Night motive. The main melody is introduced in m. 5 by the first Violins, and is harmonized by the second Violins and Violas. The Cellos reiterate the motive in mm. 6,8,10 and 11. Beginning at m.12 the motive alternates between the Violin II and the Cellos. The melody is played tutti until the key change at m.29, at which point when the Cellos and Basses take the melody with light accompaniment in the Violins and Violas. The final statement of the melody is played by the first violins beginning in m. 37. The Silent Night motive from the beginning alternates between Violin II and the Cellos to the end.

SATB choir, piano reduction - Early intermediate

SKU: GI.G-9062

Composed by Ephrem Feeley. Advent, Advent 1, Advent 2, Advent 3, Advent 4, Advent 1 A, Advent 1 B. Christmas. Sacred. Octavo. 8 pages. GIA Publications #9062. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-9062).

UPC: 785147906209. English. Text Source: The Roman Missal 2010; Translation: ICEL.

Highly useful during the Sundays in Advent, these short Communion antiphons for SATB choir may also be sung as choral preludes, reflective pieces before or after the Eucharist, or as part of a service of lessons and carols. They could also be presented as a set for choral concerts. Contents: The Lord Will Bestow His Bounty, Jerusalem , Arise, Our God Will Come and A Virgin Shall Conceive..

SATB choir - Level 1

SKU: CA.302120

Composed by Heinrich Schutz. Separate edition with choral collection. Sacred vocal music, Psalms, German, Christmas Carols, Christmas, Praise and thanks. Full score. Composed 1628. SWV. Duration 4 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 03.021/20. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.302120).

ISBN 9790007146863. Key: G dorian. Text language: German. Text: Derschau, Bernhard. Text by Bernhard Derschau.

Derschau' s lyrics are not original, but have been added by the editor; Music based on the setting of the Psalm 8 from Psalmen Davids, hiebevorn in teutzsche Reime gebracht, durch Cornelium Beckern [...].

SATB choir divisi and organ, with optional brass quintet and timpani, or SATB choir divisi and full orchestra (Brass Quintet parts include: Trumpets I and II in B-flat or C, Horn in F, Trombone, Tuba, Timpani. Orchestra: 2 2 2 1 – 2 2 2 1 – tmp – hp – str – SATB Chorus) - Intermediate

SKU: MN.50-5602

Composed by Rene Clausen. Christmas, Lessons and Carols. Instrument parts. MorningStar Music Publishers #50-5602. Published by MorningStar Music Publishers (MN.50-5602).

UPC: 688670556029. English.

A festive and creative setting of this wonderful traditional English Carol.

SATB choir (with soprano voice solo) & harp/organ/percussion/orc hestra (Percussion (1 player: marimba and crotales)) - easy

SKU: OU.9780193525719

Composed by John Rutter. Christmas Songs & Carols - Mixed Voices. Percussion part. 8 pages. Duration 5'. Oxford University Press #9780193525719. Published by Oxford University Press (OU.9780193525719).

ISBN 9780193525719. 12 x 9 inches.

For SATB (with soprano solo) and percussion This is the original accompaniment option for John Rutter's setting of the well-known 15th-century text from the Sloane MS: 'A babe is born all of a may, to bring salvation unto us'. Conductors should conduct from the vocal score.

SATB choir - Level 1

SKU: CA.319970

Composed by Stefan Gajdov. Separate edition with choral collection. Folk songs and settings of folk songs, Christmas Carols. Full score. Duration 2 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 03.199/70. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.319970).

ISBN 9790007177331. Key: G major.