At Christmas Time: TTB Choral Octavo
Words by Clara B. Heath, music by Greg Gilpin
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Description
Bring each section of the choir down a different aisle to add a theatrical element to the opening of your program and highlight the antiphonal qualities of this piece. Built upon three accessible parts in all voicings, this madrigal-like fanfare is a perfect processional for the holiday season!
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Choral Designs
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
12
SKU:
00-PO-0001910
More about this title
About the Composer: Greg Gilpin
Greg Gilpin brings a distinctive voice to American choral music as both a composer and conductor. His works have been performed at prestigious venues including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, the Sydney Opera House, and Royal Festival Hall. As Director of Educational Choral Publications for Shawnee Press, he has shaped the landscape of accessible yet musically substantial choral literature for student ensembles across the country.
Beyond the concert hall, Gilpin has expanded his creative reach into film scoring and multimedia work. He received recognition for his score to the award-winning short film "Rosie's Rescue" and has collaborated with acclaimed opera singer Angela Brown on innovative arrangements for major symphonic choirs. An active member of ACDA and NAfME, Gilpin continues to compose, conduct, and mentor musicians while maintaining deep involvement in the choral education community.
Why we love this
Gilpin understands the theatrical magic of antiphonal singing and has crafted a piece that transforms a simple processional into a staging opportunity. The flexible voicing options (TTB/TBB/TTBB variants) mean you can customize the piece to your ensemble's strengths, and the madrigal-like construction keeps all three parts engaging without sacrificing accessibility during rehearsal.
What to expect
The madrigal-like fanfare radiates festive energy and pageantry without requiring elaborate harmonic sophistication. Singers feel the piece lift and brighten as voices enter from different spaces, creating an immersive moment that audiences remember long after the concert ends.
Who it's for
TTB ensembles of all experience levels will find success with this piece. It works equally well for high school choirs, college groups, and community singers looking for a concert opener with built-in visual interest.
How to get the most out of it
- Rehearse the processional staging during early rehearsals so singers can navigate the aisles confidently while maintaining pitch and blend. Mark sightlines and walking cues clearly.
- Balance the antiphonal exchanges between sections by adjusting microphone placement or rehearsal positioning so no single aisle dominates acoustically.
- Use the recorded accompaniment during rehearsals to establish the harmonic foundation, then gradually shift focus to the choral voices so singers hear themselves as the primary musical layer.
How to use it
Open your holiday concert with this processional to grab immediate attention and set a celebratory mood. The theatrical staging allows your choir to make a memorable entrance while the piece itself serves as a musical welcome, ideal for programs that blend formal concert elements with engaging production values.
Skills your students will build
- Balancing three independent vocal lines while maintaining rhythmic cohesion
- Sustaining blend and intonation across physically separated sections
- Reading and performing antiphonal structures with clear ensemble response
- Coordinating musical and physical movement in a staged performance context