A Ceremony of Lessons and Carols
A Simple Service for Choir and Congregation
Item #: 65/2018L Status: Available
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Vocal Forces: SAB, Two-part mixed
Accompaniment: Piano
Separate Instruments: Percussion, 3 octaves Handbells
Tune Name: Irby, Veni emmanuel, The holly and the ivy, The sans day carol, Crusader's hymn, Regent square, Angels we have heard on high, For unto us a son is born, Humility, Es ist ein' ros' entsprungen, Ermuntre dich, Mendelssohn, Gabriel's message 33, Greensleeves, Wexford carol, Forest green, Resonet in laudibus, I saw three ships, In dulci jubilo, The first nowell, Noel nouvelet, Was mir behagt, Adeste fideles, Puer nobis nascitur, Stille nacht
Description:
Filled with charm and warmth, this traditional service is thoughtfully designed for performance by choirs of all sizes with a minimum of preparation and cost. Beloved traditional scripture readings are tightly interwoven with twenty-six carols that include just a touch of Handel and Bach! A continuous flow of carols both accompanies the scripture readings and flows seamlessly into simple arrangements for choir, choir with vocal solo or duet, and choir with congregation. One unique feature is an optional four-hand piano score that adds budget-friendly sparkle! Another welcome option is a simple handbell and percussion score with synth strings and two-hand piano. Flexibly conceived, this program can be performed in its entirety, lasting approximately 30-35 minutes, or shortened to conform to your particular Christmas needs.
Contents: Processional Carols and Bidding Prayer; First Lesson and Carols; Second Lesson and Carols; Third Lesson and Carols; Fourth Lesson and Carols; Fifth Lesson and Carols; Sixth Lesson and Carols; Seventh Lesson and Carols; Eighth Lesson and Carols with Closing Blessing
Categories: Choral/Vocal
Seasonal: Christmastide
Scored for: Percussion
Number of Pages: 68
Format: Softcover