A Gospel Noel: 3-Part Mixed Choral Octavo
Music by Greg Gilpin
Item: 00-PO-0004250
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Description
What a treat: a gospel style original choral piece that fills the holidays with excitement. The infectious melody and full harmonies are highlighted by dynamic contrasts which add to the inherent power of the piece. Feature your best singers on two short solos backed up by choral "oo's." The strong choral writing and the easy, yet full sounding piano accompaniment make this a winner for your December concert. Great SoundTrax.
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Archive Edition: Alfred Choral Designs
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
12
SKU:
00-PO-0004250
More about this title
About the Composer: Greg Gilpin
Greg Gilpin has established himself as a prolific choral composer and conductor whose work reaches audiences across the globe. From Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center in New York to the Sydney Opera House and Royal Festival Hall in London, his compositions and leadership have earned him ASCAP recognition and respect throughout the choral music world. He currently serves as Director of Educational Choral Publications for Shawnee Press.
Beyond the concert hall, Gilpin has expanded his creative practice into film scoring (earning Best Score recognition for the short film "Rosie's Rescue") and collaborative projects with prominent opera singers. He has also pursued professional organizing and financial coaching, appearing on network television and the series "Hoarders." Gilpin holds membership in ACDA, NAfME, SAG-AFTRA, and maintains Life Loyal membership in Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia.
Why we love this
Gilpin delivers a gospel arrangement with genuine infectious energy rather than formulaic charm. The piece balances structural appeal (dynamic contrasts, two short solos for your strongest singers, responsive choral backing) with genuine musical substance, and the uncomplicated yet full piano accompaniment means your rehearsal time goes toward refining choral sound rather than technical troubleshooting.
What to expect
A gospel carol that radiates celebration without sentimentality. The infectious melody and full harmonies create warmth and forward momentum, while dynamic shifts and the interplay between featured singers and choral response give the piece theatrical shape. It feels both contemporary in its gospel language and rooted in the carol tradition.
Who it's for
This octavo works for mixed choirs with solid singers available for the solos but a range of ability in the larger ensemble. It suits directors seeking a December program piece with genuine festive energy and enough musical substance to respect your singers' time and your audience's ears.
How to get the most out of it
- Let the dynamic contrasts shape the narrative arc. The score's written dynamics are intentional markers of where the piece breathes and builds; resist the urge to smooth them out.
- Treat the featured solos as genuine moments in the spotlight. These singers need enough choral support through the "oo's" to feel confident, but not so much volume that the solos get buried.
- The gospel idiom thrives on rhythmic precision and groove. Lock the rhythm section and choir together so the characteristic lilt of the style lands clearly rather than feeling rushed or dragged.
- Balance the full harmonies without muddying them. SAB writing can pile up quickly; ensure upper voices remain clear and text is intelligible.
How to use it
Slot this into the second half of a holiday concert where energy and lift matter most. It pairs naturally with more reflective sacred repertoire or traditional carols and gives the audience a moment of genuine joy. The 12-page length makes it substantial enough to anchor a concert section without demanding excessive rehearsal time.
Skills your students will build
- Gospel rhythmic phrasing and groove
- Dynamic contrast and shaping in choral writing
- Balancing harmony in SAB voicing
- Supporting featured solos as a responsive ensemble
- Text clarity in three-part writing