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A charming original carol that tells the tale of a young tower bell-ringer. The rise and fall of the 6/8 meter evokes images of swinging bells, and the fully-harmonized 'Noel' choruses bring to mind m...

It's the familiar 'Il Est Né' sung in English, arranged in a French consort style. Open choral harmonies and accumulating counterlines add to the effect and further the festivity.

A haunting minor-key melody overlaps to create a textured canon in this reflective selection for the holidays. The evocative text depicts the warmth of Hanukkah candles in contrast to the chill of win...

This exuberant Christmas original features lots of echo sections, perfect for developing choirs. It also quotes parts of the well-known carol. Download a free snare drum part at alfred.com/choralparts...

Let the gospel sounds of this original Christmas spiritual lift you up! Syncopated rhythms and developed harmonies come naturally and fit the style. Snippets from familiar carols appear throughout, ad...

This carol coupling combines two beloved Christmas songs into one imaginative invention. A striking melodic motif opens the arrangement and whispers throughout, joining the familiar with the fresh. Ab...

Last night there were no presents to spy, now the gifts are piled high. So, whodunit? Curious kids need to know, and this swingin' big band hit isn't afraid to ask! A fun and entertaining holiday gift...

It's a seasonal sensation that's sweepin' the nation (with no mention of the holidays)! This rockin' original celebrates the tasty treat with all the right moves. 'Twist to the left and right...like t...

This fast-paced medley (four and a half minutes in length) sparkles with pizzazz and holiday cheer. Familiar carols are expertly arranged and assembled, creating a perky, high-spirited showstopper tha...

Let me paint a picture... Here's a unique and poetic seasonal ballad, describing all we wish for in December - a season of hope, peace, promise, and faith.

Everything's wild at the North Pole this time of year! Join the fun as Santa, the elves, the reindeer, and all of your students go crazy for Christmas! Program these nine songs individually, as a conc...

Break out the elf hats and candy cane choreography for this sparkly five-minute medley from Broadway's newest holiday tradition, inspired by the hilarious Will Ferrell film. Two merry showstoppers are...

Let's celebrate the holidays around the world! After a joyous title song, your students will then enjoy presenting traditional songs and carols from 15 different countries. The optional script (10 nar...

Originally part of the new musical production of A Christmas Story, this upbeat, rhythmic selection will put everyone in the holiday spirit.

Crafted especially for developing groups, this joyful carol arrangement is equal parts achievable and interesting. Simplified runs are countered with intriguing meter changes, melodic counterlines are...

As brilliant as the Christmas star itself, this intriguing three-part mixed or treble piece shines. Sparkling modal harmonies dance over a shimmering 3/4 accompaniment. A verse-chorus form allows us t...

A little bit vaudeville, a little bit country, this zany novelty number is a hoot! You know Dasher and Dancer, and Prancer and Vixen? Well, this isn't about those guys, it's actually about their wacky...

With verses in 5/4 and a jazz waltz refrain, Kirby's mellow rendition of this familiar carol is something truly fresh. An optional flute solo is a hip addition to smooth choral parts that are a blast...

The buoyant compound meter of this jovial Christmas charmer is suggestive of Irish folk music. Tuneful melodies are paired with merry 'ding dong' counterlines as this refreshing choral (with processio...

The catchy introduction hooks you right away, and the Latin groove seals the deal! There are only a handful of Spanish words, making it a cinch for developing choirs to sing this multicultural Christm...

When sung by children, this exceptional partner song teaches vocal independence; when performed by more mature voices, the artistic arrangement yields many musical moments. The pairing of 'Away in a M...

Winter words are a perfect fit for this popular Ukrainian folk tune, as we sing about bundling up, sledding over hills and valleys, and dashing through snow-covered trees. The introduction and a brief...

Here's a sassy swing chart with a silly sense of humor that sounds like it came from Broadway! This irresistible showstopper reads like a résumé of special North Pole talents. Not only am I good at ma...

Here's a warm, wintertime ballad with no mention of the holidays. A dreamy text longs for snow and captures the delight of making snow angels. Delicate and independent voice parts overlap throughout,...

You just can't stand still when you hear this kickin' original spiritual about shepherds, wise men, a shining star, and the baby boy. Every singer will enjoy the gospel vocal stack; and in the mixed v...