Sing A Song Of Christmas: Choral Instrumental Pak
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Written especially for developing choirs, this festive SA(T)B cantata is overflowing with joyful seasonal songs ideal for smaller ensembles. Original material mingles with traditional carols in a jubilant mix, crafted to create large musical impact with minimal numbers and rehearsal time. The musical variety ranges from galloping gospels, to contemporary ballads and joyful carols to tender manger lullabies. Larger groups can take advantage of the cued notes for richer sonorities and still enjoy the sensitive care taken to minimize awkward passages for quick learning. A flexible narration allows thoughtful directors to customize their programs while optional orchestral support brings appropriate instruments to the programming of this innovative cantata for Christmas. The cantata can even be done progressively throughout Advent and completed during Christmas celebrations.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00444068
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Why we love this
The blend of original compositions with familiar carols gives you fresh interpretive possibilities while keeping rehearsal demands reasonable for developing singers. You can program this as a complete arc during your December calendar or break it into smaller pieces across Advent, giving you genuine flexibility in how you use it. The cued notes mean your ensemble grows into richer harmonies naturally, without the awkward stretches that often plague younger choirs.
What to expect
This cantata moves between genuine tenderness and exuberant celebration with ease. You'll find yourself drawn into intimate manger moments one moment and swept up in galloping gospel energy the next, creating a program that honors both the contemplative and joyful sides of the season.
Who it's for
Directors working with SA(T)B ensembles who want Christmas programming that doesn't demand extensive rehearsal time or large numbers. Developing singers benefit from the careful voice leading and variety of musical styles that keep engagement high. Singers in smaller school or community choirs finally get a holiday cantata that sounds substantial without stretching them beyond their range.
How to get the most out of it
- Establish your narration early in rehearsals so singers understand the flow and emotional arc between musical segments.
- Balance the gospel energy in the upbeat sections by drilling steady harmonic resolutions in the tender passages; these contrasts make both shine.
- If adding orchestral accompaniment, begin with the core tracks and layer instrumental colors gradually once vocal independence is secure.
How to use it
Perform it complete at a single winter concert for maximum impact, or distribute selections across your Advent services and finish with the full work at Christmas. The flexible narration lets you weave it around other seasonal pieces without losing coherence.
Skills your students will build
- Singing SA(T)B voicing with cued parts for flexibility
- Rhythmic precision in contrasting styles (gospel, contemporary, traditional)
- Dynamic control moving between intimate and exuberant textures
- Interpretation of programmatic narrative through vocal storytelling