Sally Albrecht has taken the traditional spiritual "Hush," added a Christmas text, and hints of three carols ("Angels We Have Heard on High," "Infant Holy, Infant Lowly," and "Silent Night"), to create a new holiday masterpiece. It's available in editions for school and church choirs of every age and size. Easy, supportive piano accompaniment. Do not miss this stunning, touching, gentle choral work for Christmas. Linger on the "sh" of "hush" for a special vocal effect. Learn More

Show off the a cappella achievements of your advanced choir with this stunning tour-de-force by one of Alfred's best, Sally K. Albrecht. Half of the group chants a rhythmic ostinato accompanying the invigorating mixed meter "Sanctus" theme which bookends the piece. In the middle, expressive "Pleni sunt coelis" and majestic "Hosannas" create vast musical contrasts and highlight the flexibility of your choir. A festival favorite for sure! Learn More

You will not find a more hauntingly beautiful piece for your December concerts than this one. The text ("In December we remember our traditions new and old.") focuses on the candle, used as a symbol for ALL December holidays. And the melody, underscored with rich harmonies, is as pensive and thoughtful as the holiday season should be. Your singers and audiences will be touched by its power and simplicity. Beautiful but optional clarinet parts are included in the publication. Learn More

A knock-out, rock-out novelty number for 3- and 2-part choirs! What's worse than coal in your stocking? Getting caught under the mistletoe! This silly song features humorous words and 60s-style music poking fun at the age-old holiday tradition. "I really like Christmas, but I don't like kissing at all . . . yuck!" Choreography featured on "Razzamatazz!" DVD (item 00-27430). Learn More

A Choral Worship Cantata in SATB voicing composed by Franz Joseph Haydn, edited by Robert Shaw and Alice Parker. Learn More

Includes parts for flute, flute/oboe, clarinet, bass clarinet/bassoon, opt. 2 trumpet, opt. 2 trombone, 2 percussion, opt. acoustic guitar, string quartet. Learn More

Acknowledge life's many gifts with this splendid setting of Sara Teasdale's poem that reminds us to "spend all you have for loveliness." A lilting rhythmic flow and some refreshing mixed meter moments create a buoyant effect. Greg's tuneful lines and sensible part writing are satisfying to sing and pave the way to success. Absolutely delightful! Learn More

Fine SSA repertoire that your women will adore. It's hard to say which is more effective, the sprightly and ardent "Oh, no!" refrain, or the fluid and pensive middle section. Contrasting sonorities, modalities, dynamics, and articulations demonstrate the conflict of emotions in the text. Accompaniment included on PianoTrax 1 CD (00-31028). Learn More

A rhythmic fanfare opens this creative yet accessible arrangement. Creative choral writing, thrilling piano accompaniment - outstanding holiday arrangement. InstruPax includes: director's score, 2 trumpets, 2 French horns (opt. baritone saxes), trombone, tuba/bass trombone, synthesizer, 2 percussion. Learn More