Composed by Marty Parks. Choral, cantatas. Advent, Christmas, Sacred. SATB with performance CD. Lorenz Publishing Company #65/2099L. Published by Lorenz Publishing Company (LO.65-2099L).
ISBN 9780787767068.
This celebratory work from Marty Parks is filled with festive interpretations of classic carols and worshipful original songs that highlight the beauty of the Christmas story. Arranged with practicality in mind, it is sure to make choirs of all sizes and skill levels sound their best. The choral voicings are rich and full while the vocal ranges maintain an accessibility throughout. The orchestration, also written by Marty, beautifully complements the choral writing. From the anticipatory, joy-filled opener, O Come, Emmanuel!, to the exciting finale that combines O Come, All Ye Faithful and Son of the Father’s Love, this incredible selection is filled with the sounds and spirit of Christmas!
