Concert Band - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.742741 Composed by Various. Arranged by Randy Calistri-Yeh. Folk,Holiday,Patriotic,Traditional. Score and parts. 401 pages. Custom Chamber Music #350874. Published by Custom Chamber Music (A0.742741). 2nd edition - new and improved.Volume 1 of our Patriotic collection contains four classic patriotic tunes and three complete Sousa marches. Altogether this has seven songs and over 14 minutes of music that both you and your audience are sure to love. Each song is also available separately from the publisher link above.These arrangements can be played with anywhere from 3 to 7 parts, with a great deal of flexibility in instrumentation. This makes it ideal for bands of all types (school, community, or professional). This is one of the most versatile collections you'll ever use!The songs included in Volume 1 are:The Star-Spangled Banner (US National Anthem), by John Stafford Smith.America the Beautiful, by Samuel Ward.Battle Hymn of the Republic (Mine Eyes Have Seen the Glory).My Country, 'Tis of Thee (America, known as God Save the King/Queen in England).Stars and Stripes Forever, by John Philip Sousa.Washington Post March, by John Philip Sousa.Semper Fidelis, by John Philip Sousa.Each song is in its original key, so it is easy to combine these with your own choir or piano/organ parts. The difficulty level ranges from medium-easy to medium-advanced. The arrangements respect the original style of the composers while greatly expanding the instrument flexibility.This collection contains a full score, as well as individual parts in all the appropriate clefs and transpositions to support the following ensembles:Brass trio, quartet, quintet, and sextet.Woodwind trio, quartet, quintet, and sextet.String trio, quartet, quintet, and sextet.Clarinet trio, quartet, quintet, and sextet.Saxophone trio, quartet, and quintet.Mixed trio, quartet, quintet, and sextet (all with optional percussion).Wind ensemble, brass ensemble, string orchestra, full orchestra, and full band.The parts are described as follows:Part 1: Main melody. Piccolo, Flute, Oboe, Bb Clarinet, Soprano Saxophone, Bb Trumpet, Violin, Viola.Part 2: Main harmony, possibly some B-section melody. Bb Clarinet, Alto Clarinet, Alto Saxophone, Bb Trumpet, Violin, Viola.Part 3: Other harmony. Bb Clarinet, Alto/Bass Clarinet, Alto/Tenor Saxophone, French Horn, Bb Trumpet, Trombone, C/Bb Euphonium, Violin, Viola, Cello.Part 4: Main bass line. Bass Clarinet, Baritone Saxophone, Bassoon, Trombone, Bass Trombone, C/Bb Euphonium, Tuba, Cello, Bass.Part 5: Other harmony. Bass Clarinet, Baritone Saxophone, Bassoon, Trombone, Bass Trombone, C/Bb Euphonium, Tuba, Cello, Bass.Part 6: Main melody down an octave, with some additional notes. Bass Clarinet, Bassoon, French Horn, Trombone, C/Bb Euphonium, Cello, Bass.Part 7: Optional percussion (snare drum, bass drum, cymbal) that can be added to any of the above combinations, or skipped entirely.We recommend the following combinations:Trio: Parts 1, 2, 4 (#4 works better than #3 for trio).Quartet: Parts 1, 2, 3, 4.Quintet: Parts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.Sextet: Parts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6.Septet: Part 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7.Be sure to also check out our three volumes of Christmas Carols for All!

Piano,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1303299 Composed by Unknown. Arranged by Connie Boss. Christian,Christmas,Holiday,Religious,Sacred. 16 pages. Connie Boss #892880. Published by Connie Boss (A0.1303299). This is a mix of two lovely songs - one from England and one from Ireland. The Coventry Carol and Wexford Carol. This is for 5 violins  - parts are all included and piano. For any questions or requests, email cdboss@cvalley.netLyrics:Christmas Carols(The Coventry Carol and Wexford Carol)Arranged by Connie Boss (Solo)Lullay thou little tiny child, By by lully lullayLullay thou little tiny child, By by lully lullay Verse 1:Good people all this Christmas timeConsider all and bear in mind,What our good God for us has doneIn sending His beloved SonWith Mary holy, we should pray to God with loveTo God with love this Christmas Day. Verse 2:The night before that happy tide,The noble virgin while with her guide,Were long time seeking up and down,To find a lodging in the town.But mark how all things had come to passFrom ev’ry door repelled at lastAs long foretold their refuge allWas but a humble, oxen’s stall Verse 3:Near Bethlehem did shepherds keepTheir flocks of lamb and feeding sheepTo whom God’s angels did appearWhich put the shepherds in great fear.Prepare and go the Angel’s saidTo Bethlehem, be not afraidFor there you’ll find this happy mornA princely babe, sweet Jesus born. Ending:By by lully lullay.

String Quartet, String Orchestra - Early Intermediate - Digital Download Composed by Various. Arranged by Colin Kirkpatrick. Christian, Sacred, Praise & Worship, Christmas. Score, Set of Parts. 61 pages. Published by Colin Kirkpatrick Publications

Guitar,Piano,Vocal,Voice - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.801677 Composed by Connie Boss. Celtic,Christmas,Irish,Sacred. Score. 120 pages. Connie Boss #6414353. Published by Connie Boss (A0.801677). This lovely cantata is about how we gather together in song to celebrate the birth of Jesus. It has a Celtic feel and the songs are from several different countries - United States, Ireland, England, France, Germany, Scotland, Italy. There are 8 songs included, 2 originals, 2 medleys and 4 songs that you know and love included also. All of the songs are in SATB with an (optional) accent instrument part (choice of flute, violin or cello - parts included at the end of each score) - the score has the flute part so you can see where the accent instrument fits into the score. A simple piano part is included in each score. The voices and accent instruments help to complete the entire piece. You can also purchase individual songs on here separately if you choose to not purchase the whole cantata. However, it is a bargain to purchase the cantata. There are narration parts before each song that give a little history of the song. You can opt out of using them if desired. The titles of the songs are: 1. Baby, Jesus, Was Born Unto This Earth. (original)  2. Christ Child's Lullaby. 3. Bring a Torch Jeanette, Isabella. 4. Christmas Carols - Coventry and Wexford. 5. Good Christian Men Rejoice. 6. O Come Let Us Adore Him, Christ the Lord - (In the Bleak Midwinter, Gesu Bambino, The Snow Lay on the Ground) 7. Peace on Earth (original) 8. Sing We Now of Christmas. Take a little time to listen to the mp3 attached. It has computer voices, but you can get an idea of what it is supposed to sound like. It also has one of the instrument parts as a sample and then the piano on each one. Any questions, please email me at cdboss@cvalley.net. I'm glad to work with you. This is my 5th cantata and most recent one. You can purchase the other 4 on here - check them out. You can also purchase in book form any of these on Amazon. I have background accompaniment to these songs. If you purchase a book and would like them, please email me with proof of purchase and I will email them back to you. .

String Quartet String Quartet - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.836707 Composed by Brian Joyce. Christmas,Contemporary. Score and parts. 67 pages. Brian Joyce #3226073. Published by Brian Joyce (A0.836707). What’s Christmas without a few toys? Here is a new suite of older carols for string quartet in which each musician is required to play a wee bit of percussion in addition to his or her real instrument. The potential for entertaining visual theater is nearly as high as the potential for mishap. (If all goes according to plan, nothing should actually go airborne.)This is something of a sequel to my earlier Christmas quartet And Therefore Be Merry, which has never been out of print since it was first published over twenty years ago. But where that work was a continuous medley, this is a set of independent and more fully developed movements, each able to stand on its own. As mentioned above, each member of the quartet is responsible for a small item of percussion. These are all things which could readily be found in a local school band room: a triangle, a tambourine, a suspended cymbal - played with a soft (yarn) stick - and a small frame drum, played with the bare hand. These are all earlier, earthier carols than what one typically finds on the radio or playing over the speakers at the mall. They include Gloucestershire Wassail, Riu Riu Chiu, Angelus ad Virginem, The Sans Day Carol, The Wexford Carol, and Masters in This Hall. Being perhaps less familiar, they bring a welcome respite from the overworked seasonal fare we all hear a bit too much of each year. They speak of simpler times, and of a far less frantic approach to Christmas. These fresh and inventive arrangements will make a useful addition to a quartet’s repertoire, provided the players have the requisite spirit of adventure. Score and Parts total 67 pages. Performance time is about 14 minutes.

String Orchestra - Digital Download SKU: AX.00-PC-0017300_VN1 1st Violin. Arranged by Sandra Dackow. Multicultural; Sacred; Traditional. Part. 1 pages. Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music #00-PC-0017300_VN1. Published by Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music (AX.00-PC-0017300_VN1). UPC: 038081516929.A terrific multicultural addition to any beginning holiday concert, this arrangement by Sandra Dackow is a spirited rendition of three traditional German carols. These contrasting carols---Lasst uns froh und munter sein, O Come Little Children, and an unnamed traditional tune---are a fun way to introduce cut time and reinforce bow lifts to young string players. (1:45).

String Orchestra - Digital Download SKU: AX.00-PC-0017300_VN2 2nd Violin. Arranged by Sandra Dackow. Multicultural; Sacred; Traditional. Part. 1 pages. Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music #00-PC-0017300_VN2. Published by Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music (AX.00-PC-0017300_VN2). UPC: 038081516929.A terrific multicultural addition to any beginning holiday concert, this arrangement by Sandra Dackow is a spirited rendition of three traditional German carols. These contrasting carols---Lasst uns froh und munter sein, O Come Little Children, and an unnamed traditional tune---are a fun way to introduce cut time and reinforce bow lifts to young string players. (1:45).

String Orchestra - Digital Download SKU: AX.00-PC-0016455_VN2 2nd Violin. Arranged by Andrew H. Dabczynski. Instructional. Part. 2 pages. Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music #00-PC-0016455_VN2. Published by Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music (AX.00-PC-0016455_VN2). UPC: 038081484037.In this sensitive arrangement of one of the world's oldest Christmas carols, the haunting melody is passed throughout the orchestra. Changing textures combine with shifting modes to create a lyric and peaceful atmosphere that surely will be remembered long after the concert is over. (3:30) This title is available in SmartMusic.

String Orchestra - Digital Download SKU: AX.00-PC-0016455_VN1 1st Violin. Arranged by Andrew H. Dabczynski. Instructional. Part. 2 pages. Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music #00-PC-0016455_VN1. Published by Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music (AX.00-PC-0016455_VN1). UPC: 038081484037.In this sensitive arrangement of one of the world's oldest Christmas carols, the haunting melody is passed throughout the orchestra. Changing textures combine with shifting modes to create a lyric and peaceful atmosphere that surely will be remembered long after the concert is over. (3:30) This title is available in SmartMusic.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1503264 Composed by Traditional French. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Chamber,Christmas,Historic,Holiday,Traditional. 18 pages. Jmsgu3 #1078752. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1503264). Patapan is a significant French Christmas carol with a rich history and cultural importance. Here are some critical aspects of its significance:Historical ImportancePatapan is an old French carol that dates back to at least 1701. Its longevity demonstrates its enduring appeal and cultural relevance over the centuries.Musical CharacteristicsThe carol is known for its lively and rhythmic nature, which sets it apart from many other Christmas songs. Its distinctive pat-a-pan rhythm, which imitates the sound of a drum, has made it memorable and popular.Cultural InfluencePatapan has had a significant influence on other Christmas music:It may have inspired the more famous carol The Little Drummer Boy. While this connection is debated, the similarities in theme and rhythm are notable.Various artists and composers have adapted and reinterpreted the carol's rhythm, demonstrating its versatility and lasting appeal.Lyrical SignificanceThe lyrics of Patapan are noteworthy for several reasons: They feature characters Guillô and Robin, which are common in old French carols.The carol celebrates the act of caroling itself, making it a meta-commentary on the Christmas music tradition. It incorporates themes of reconciliation between God and humanity, reflecting important Christian theological concepts.Musical EducationPatapan is often used in music education and performances: Its simple rhythm makes it accessible for children to learn and perform.The carol is frequently arranged for various vocal and instrumental ensembles, as evidenced by its availability through multiple music publishers.In conclusion, Patapan is important not only as a beloved Christmas carol but also as a piece of cultural heritage that has influenced other music, reflected theological ideas, and continued to be performed and adapted for over three centuries.

Choral Choir (SA) - Digital Download SKU: A0.561597 Composed by Charles Dickens, Samuel Stokes, William C. Dix, and William Morris. Arranged by SamuelStokesMusic.com. Christian,Christmas,Contemporary,Hip-Hop,Musical/Show. Octavo. 47 pages. SamuelStokesMusic.com #3567955. Published by SamuelStokesMusic.com (A0.561597). EBENEZER is a one-act musical based on A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. The music is a blend of hip-hop and traditional Christmas carols. The adaptation is suitable for performance by adults or teens alike. Four of the lead roles take on the greatest musical challenge with their rap numbers, but the choir parts are more generally accessible as they are based on familiar carols, making the musical appropriate for colleges, high schools, middle schools, church groups, and community theatre groups.This libretto contains the full play script and vocal sheet music.  Purchase of this libretto kit entitles the purchaser to reproduce the appropriate number of copies for the cast and crew of the production.  Please note that royalties must also be paid for each performance (visit https://www.SamuelStokesMusic.com for royalty information).  The musical is scored for 2-part choir and rap soloists with MP3 accompaniment tracks (available separately). If desired, the musical can also be performed with unison choir singing the melody only. There is the also the optional opportunity for two violins to perform onstage and for a percussionist to play the chimes offstage (MP3 tracks are also available for these underscoring cues).The musical demo available on this page is an excerpt from the number Jacob Marley - O Come, O Come, Emmanuel, in which Ebenezer Scrooge's former partner returns from the dead to warn him that he must change his ways or suffer the fate of eternally roaming the earth in chains. There is also a teaser video of this musical number at: https://youtu.be/4nPryAZUnDYNote on printing: this libretto has been formatted with pages intentionally left blank, so that it can be printed properly on the front and back of the paper. Also, there are one-inch margins on the left and right for ease of binding into folders or binders.

String Quartet, String Orchestra - Early Intermediate - Digital Download Composed by Various. Arranged by Colin Kirkpatrick. Christian, Praise & Worship, General Worship, Christmas. Score, Set of Parts. 67 pages. Published by Colin Kirkpatrick Publications

Piano,Violin - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.548506 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Christian,Christmas. 4 pages. Jmsgu3 #3387409. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.548506). The First Noel arranged for Violin & Piano with new harmony for the final verse. Origins The First Noel is an English Christmas carol. Even more, it was probably written in the late Cornish Renaissance period. While other versions spell the title as Nowell, this is just a colloquial variation. Furthermore, Noel is an older word meaning Christmas. Therefore the First Noel translates as the First Christmas. First of all, Gilbert and Sandy published the earliest version. As a result, this version appears in the Carols Ancient and Modern songbook of 1823. William Sandy edited and arranged the book. Similarly, his partner Davies Gilbert edited and added the familiar extra verses. The First Noel: Violin Version comes with new harmony in final verse for more energy and drive. Stainer Organist and composer Sir John Stainer published the most noteworthy customary arrangement in the 1870’s.  Stainer is above all famous for his songbook entitled: Christmas Carols New and Old (1871). This volume served as an important catalyst for reviving the English Christmas carol.  Other famous Stainer arrangements from this book are such titles as What Child Is This, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, Good King Wenceslas, and I Saw Three Ships. Diatonic Function The melodic structure in the First Noel is uncommon among English folk tunes. It simply repeats one phrase twice then follows a variation refrain. All three phrases of the song end on the mediant scale degree. This is unusual because the diatonic function of the mediant is non-final compared to the more usual tonic or even dominant degrees. Consequently, this gives the song as kind of open-ended feeling – like maybe it never really ends. Political Context The Catholic clergy sang carols outside of the church in Latin. After the Protestant Reformation, the reformers thought it would be better for everyone to sing carols. They decided to bring music back to the common folk. So, they translated the lyrics from Latin into common language. Moreover, the Protestants wanted more control over the music in church than what the Vatican allowed. Protestant composers such as William Byrd composed complex polyphonic Christmas music that they called carols. Nonetheless, some famous folk carols were composed in this era. Eminent composers in the nineteenth century began to revise and adapt them. Consequently, they revived the English carol.    

String Quartet String Quartet - Digital Download SKU: AX.00-PC-0000073_VN3 3rd Violin (Viola [TC]). Arranged by Edmund J. Siennicki. Instructional. Part. 12 pages. Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music #00-PC-0000073_VN3. Published by Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music (AX.00-PC-0000073_VN3). UPC: 038081002743.A four volume collection of arrangements from grade 3 string quartets. Contains music from the Baroque and Classical eras as well as folk melodies and Christmas carols. A great way to introduce young string players to chamber music playing. Titles: Suite for Strings * Little Fugue, Handel * Baroque Fugue * Sonatina, Lichner * Two Pieces, Pleyel * Allegretto, Pleyel * Quartet in G, Stamitz.

Concert Band - Digital Download SKU: A0.1270296 By David Catherwood. By Traditional English tunes. Arranged by David Catherwood. Christmas,Holiday. Score and Parts. 55 pages. Opus 3 Music #862730. Published by Opus 3 Music (A0.1270296). Suite - 3 Lyrical English Christmas Carols1) God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen2) O Little Town of Bethlehem3) The First NowellThese 3 traditional English carols may be performed separately, used to accompany singing or put together as above to form an effective concert item  Perfect for Holiday concerts, Christmas carol services or Community concerts!The generous set of parts contains parts for varying combinations and ensembles , including Concert band, Brass band and Orchestra. The download includes a full score in C and the follwing parts (with permission to copy to suit your own requirements)Part 1 in C (Oboe, Flute, Violin 1)Part 1 in Bb (Clarinet 1 in Bb, Trumpet/Cornet 1 in Bb) *Part 2 in C (Violin 2)Part 2 in Bb (Clarinet 2 in Bb, Trumpet/Cornet 2 in Bb) *Part 2 in Eb (Alto Saxophone, Eb Horn 1) *Part 2 in F (French Horn)Part 3 in C (Bassoon 1, Trombone)Part 3 in Eb (Alto Saxophone, Eb Horn 2) *Part 3 in alto clef (Viola)Part 3 in F (French Horn)Part 3 in Bb (Tenor Saxophone, Bb Trombone/Baritone (treble clef) *Part 4 in C (Cello, Double Bass, Bassoon 2, Bass Trombone) *Part 4 in Eb (Baritone Saxophone, Eb Bass Tuba (treble clef) *Part 4 in Bb (Bb Bass Tuba/Euphonium (treble clef) *Percussion *Also, for some movements there are separate Flute and Bb Euphonium * parts where appropriate* Brass band parts(Each of these three carol arrangements is also available separately on Sheet music plus and Sheet music direct however there is a considerable saving buying all three together in this bundle).