Processional for Christmas: Choral Instrumental Pak
Arranged by Benjamin Harlan
Item: 35-PK00238153
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00238153
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About the Arranger: Benjamin Harlan
Benjamin Harlan serves as Dean of the School of Church Music at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, where his influence shapes the next generation of church musicians. His compositional and arranging work spans choral, keyboard, and handbell literature published by major houses; he holds degrees from Baylor University (B.M., M.M.) and a D.M.A. from SBTS, and has earned ASCAP recognition annually since 1990.
Beyond his academic leadership, Harlan's career reflects deep roots in congregational music. He has served as Minister of Music at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Shreveport and First Baptist Church in St. Francisville, roles that inform his understanding of how sacred music functions in worship settings. His memberships in the American Choral Directors Association and Southern Baptist Church Music Conference underscore his commitment to the field.
Why we love this
Harlan's processional captures the ceremonial weight Christmas demands without becoming overwrought. The orchestration sits at that ideal middle ground where singers have support but never feel buried, and the arrangement respects both the text and the occasion in equal measure.
What to expect
The piece carries the ceremonial dignity you expect from a processional while maintaining melodic warmth and accessibility. Orchestral color enhances the festive character without sacrificing the sacred quality of the text.
Who it's for
This arrangement works for church choirs of moderate size, school and community choirs looking for substantive Christmas programming, and any ensemble seeking a processional with musical integrity. It suits both traditional liturgical settings and concert contexts.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the opening with attention to the procession itself; the music should feel purposeful rather than rushed, giving singers time to move meaningfully.
- Balance the choir and orchestra so that harmonic color comes through without masking the text; this piece rewards clarity in the vocal writing.
- Rehearse the choir with the recorded accompaniment early to lock ensemble entries, especially if singers are also processing.
How to use it
Open a Christmas concert or service with this processional to set a formal, reverent tone immediately. It also serves well as the processional hymn for an Advent or Christmas liturgy, where its orchestral accompaniment elevates a traditional entry.
Skills your students will build
- singing with a full orchestra accompaniment
- maintaining steady tempo while moving and singing
- articulating text clearly within an orchestral texture