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Love Has Come Again: SAB Choral Octavo

(A Song for Christmas)

Words by Sal Sabella, music by Greg Jasperse

Item: 00-PO-0005547

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A heartfelt holiday love letter to the memories and special feelings that come only at Christmas. This contemporary ballad boasts a light groove and memorable hook that will bring warmth in winter. Invite your audience to sing along on the final full-voiced refrain. Recording provided by Western Michigan University's Gold Company, directed by Greg Jasperse.

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Series: Alfred Choral Designs
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 12
SKU: 00-PO-0005547

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About the Composer: Greg Jasperse

Greg Jasperse directs the Gold Company, Western Michigan University's premier male vocal ensemble, and has established himself as a composer of accessible contemporary choral music that resonates with singers and audiences alike. His work balances musical sophistication with singability, creating pieces that choirs genuinely enjoy performing.

Why we love this

Jasperse gives you a piece that works the moment singers open the score. The light groove and memorable hook carry enough musical substance to feel substantial, while the final refrain invitation keeps your audience engaged rather than passive. This is the rare Christmas song that feels both contemporary and genuinely warm.

What to expect

The piece evokes the quiet joy of holiday reflection rather than celebration. A light groove and warm harmonic language create an intimate atmosphere, one that feels like sharing cherished memories rather than performing spectacle.

Who it's for

This octavo suits choirs of intermediate ability who want to offer their audiences something contemporary and singable at winter concerts. Community choirs, church choirs, and school groups all benefit from repertoire that combines musicality with accessibility.

How to get the most out of it

  • Establish the groove early in rehearsal. The rhythmic pocket matters more than note perfection in the opening sections, so lock the pulse before drilling harmonic details.
  • Bring out the hook in your soloists or section leaders during the verses. Its recognizability depends on clarity and confidence in the line.
  • Frame the final refrain as an ensemble moment. Prepare your singers to invite the audience in without oversinging or losing the intimate quality that makes the piece special.
  • Use the recorded accompaniment during performance to anchor the groove. The Gold Company recording models the style and tempo effectively.

How to use it

This works beautifully as a concert centerpiece or bridge between more formal holiday selections and lighter fare. Its contemporary style pairs well with both traditional carols and modern secular holiday music, making it ideal for mixed-generation audiences.

Skills your students will build

  • Singing with rhythmic precision in a contemporary groove setting
  • Balancing individual line clarity with ensemble blend in SAB voicing
  • Responding to dynamic cues that support storytelling and emotional arc
  • Engaging an audience through inclusive performance moments

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