Sacred Christmas Woodwind Music

Piae Cantiones, published in 1582, is a collection of late medieval sacred and secular songs begging to be given performance, either as written, or perhaps in new settings. Three sacred tunes in

This haunting and beloved melody is set here for six capable and sensitive players. Different moods are expressed, from the expanse of the open sky to the sovereignty of Jesus. Beautiful writing and an

In Dulco Jubilo translates into English as "In Sweet Rejoicing." This arrangement takes instruction not only from its title, but the folklore story of its creation as well. The tune is attributed

After a short introduction with melodic excerpts played in various voices, a verse of this famous carol is played. This moves to a wandering descant line before the grand finale.

Imagine the mood of an ancient people endlessly waiting for the appearance of a promised Messiah. In this setting, the score attempts to paint that sense of longing. Though the Veni Emmanuel tune was first

Still, Still, Still is a gentle Christmas lullaby in a setting for oboe, clarinet, bassoon, and piano. The bassoon is given prominence for much of the work.