It's Christmas Again: 3-Part Mixed Choral Octavo

$1.60 USD

It's Christmas Again: 3-Part Mixed Choral Octavo

Name: It's Christmas Again: 3-Part Mixed Choral Octavo
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-SVM03086
Price: 1.60 USD
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Words and music by Carl Strommen

Level: Moderate

Item: 00-SVM03086

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Through the years Carl Strommen has given us some classic Christmas originals that have developed lives of their own. "It's Christmas Again" is likely to become his next holiday classic. The wonderful melody coupled with an extraordinarily poignant message that paints the most wonderful picture of the season.

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Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 8

UPC: 854979060550

SKU: 00-SVM03086

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About the Composer: Carl Strommen

Carl Strommen ranks among the most widely performed composers and arrangers working today, with his music appearing regularly in concert halls, on television, and in film scores. His output spans band, orchestra, jazz ensemble, and vocal music, earning him consistent recognition through ASCAP's annual Standard Writers Award. He holds an adjunct position teaching orchestration and composition at C.W. Post Campus of Long Island University while maintaining an active schedule as a clinician and commission composer.

A graduate of City College of New York, Strommen brings decades of experience to his craft. His work demonstrates deep understanding of ensemble capabilities across multiple genres and settings. He divides his time between Long Island and extended family visits to Colorado.

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Why we love this

Strommen has earned his reputation by writing music that sounds fresh without demanding impossible technical feats. This piece captures what makes his work special: a melody that lodges immediately in singers' ears paired with lyrics that genuinely move audiences. The moderate difficulty level means your singers can focus on musical expression rather than wrestling with notation.

What to expect

The melody unfolds with the comfort of a familiar carol while the three-part harmonies add warmth and sophistication without overwhelming the singers. There's a reflective quality here—not sentimental, but genuinely touching—that invites the audience into something meaningful about the season.

Who it's for

Choral directors working with intermediate singers who want seasonal repertoire with real musicality and emotional depth. This piece suits high school choirs, community ensembles, and advanced middle school groups ready to handle three-part writing that requires genuine musical thinking rather than technical pyrotechnics.

How to get the most out of it

Balance the melody between your soprano line and any divisi moments; the tune's strength comes from clarity, not blend.
Let the text shape your phrasing. The poignant message Strommen pairs with his melody deserves time to breathe.
Use the recorded accompaniment during rehearsals to lock the harmonic foundation while your singers learn their parts, then pull it away for final rehearsals to build independence.
Keep the tempo lilting rather than plodding; this piece needs forward motion even at its reflective moments.

How to use it

This works beautifully as a concert opener or closer, where its accessible charm draws listeners in immediately. Pair it with other Strommen holiday arrangements for a cohesive set, or program it alongside contrasting seasonal styles (perhaps a Renaissance carol before it, or a jazz arrangement after) to showcase your choir's range.