Advent Music for Choir

This set of two familiar seasonal tunes is arranged for quick success. Intended to be used throughout all of Advent, the music is both approachable and filled with anticipation, with a different text for

There is a theatrical flair to this original anthem for Advent or Christmas. The sounds of angels are on the wind and draw near throughout this good-natured offering. Uncluttered vocals are filled with

This anthem from the cantata Sing a Song of Christmas is an absolute joy to hear and sing! Set in an infectious call-and-response format, this quickly learned piece fills a happy Advent niche in

Children are an integral part of this arrangement that begins with haunting open fifths and grows into an exclamatory finish. Interludes make this piece perfect for a processional or a moment to showcase

This joyful choral introit for Advent invites us to enter into the season of expectant waiting and preparation, rejoicing and singing. The optional ten handbells add a bright accent to this compelling

A dream team of writers celebrate "God with us" in this seasonal offering. Owing much stylistically to traditional carols, the piece is almost classical in its festive nature. A shout of proclamation, the

This Advent carol tells of the Lord's coming with excitement and anticipation. John Leavitt's artful setting for choir and piano or chamber orchestra is a gem that is sure to make you feel the wonder and

Victor Johnson's beautiful and mysterious musical setting draws on the sense of longing conveyed in the Charles Wesley text. Optional divisi throughout provides opportunities for spectacular vocal harmony

The haunting hymn tune STAR IN THE EAST is set to a new text by the composer that references Reginald Heber's Brightest and Best of the Star of the Morning. The violin adds a folk-like quality at

An original chant-like tune is used for the opening section, singing the Latin text "Veni, veni, Rex Gentium." Then the cello takes that melody as the choir sings the VENI EMMANUEL tune with English text.

Using the imagery of sacred light, this poetic telling of the redemption story is filled with expressive beauty. Light came into the world to dispel the gloom of sin and despair. "Darkness breaks when

Prophecy becomes song in this anthem based on passages from the book of Isaiah. Alternating between full choral sound and more speechlike verses, the text conveys a vision of a better world filled with

Choirs looking for multigenerational moments will enjoy this gentle anthem, scored for SAB voices and optional children's choir. With a strong message about God's peaceful kingdom, this is easy to prepare,

Voctave's arranger Jamey Ray has created a hauntingly beautiful setting of this traditional Christmas hymn in an arrangement that is accessible to any choir. The piano motive and chromatic accompaniment

Designed for use throughout Advent and at Christmas, this bright and easily-learned anthem includes a verse of the beloved carol, O Come, Little Children. It is scored for SATB voices with optional

In a lilting 6/8, this cheerful SATB Advent celebration is based upon the early American hymn tune Hallelujah. Filled with confident unison passages and nice little modal touches, it is easily

A timely prayer for serenity, this anthem uses images of light and song to convey the impression of a peaceable kingdom. The gently flowing accompaniment and nicely varied choral texture are very engaging,

A very traditional choral approach and rich harmonic moments characterize this offering. With two distinct contrasting sections, the anthem opens with imitative writing that gives way to a rollicking theme

With original music and text by Karen Marrolli, this lovely Advent anthem interweaves the tunes Veni Emmanuel and Ermuntre dich, mostly in the flute part. Choir and flute are heard alone

This anthem incorporates the tune NOEL NOUVELET with a thoughtful Advent text. The result is a sensational SAB anthem for the busy season of Advent. As the piece ends in a repetition of the text "Prepare ye

Energetic, upbeat, and inspired by the Classical style, this anthem for the Advent season is based on scripture from Isaiah 2. The theme of anticipation of Christ's birth is spoken through an infectious

Thoughtfully arranged, this original tune in minor is singular in its sound. The traditional spiritual's text is ideal for those Sundays with readings related to the second advent of Christ. This anthem,

This classic Christmas chorus from Handel's Messiah has been skillfully arranged for SAB voices and organ by Hal H. Hopson. He has masterfully kept the essence of the original, even in the

Designed to support the lighting of the Advent candles, this includes a choral opening, followed by a call and response litany with piano underscore, then a text to be read with the lighting of the candle.