
50 carols for sopranos and altos (suitable for boys', girls', or women's choirs). It contains mostly simple arrangements of the best-loved carols, some less well-known ones, and four original pieces by Britten (2), Rutter, and Hadley. Most of the Christmas hymns are presented in two versions; for choirs only, unaccompanied, and for choir and audience/congregation, with accompaniment.Orchestral accompaniments for many of the carols are available on hire.
This collection addresses the need for accessible, high-quality choral arrangements specifically designed for soprano and alto voices during the Christmas season. Compiled by renowned conductors David Willcocks and John Rutter, the volume serves as a practical resource for diverse vocal ensembles, including women's, girls', and boys' choirs. The editors utilize their extensive experience in choral arrangement to provide a balanced selection of traditional favorites and contemporary compositions. The book functions as a pedagogical and performance tool, offering flexible scoring options to accommodate various liturgical and concert settings.
What You Will Find
Experts and choral directors frequently identify this collection as a standard reference for treble-voice ensembles during the holiday season. The arrangements are noted for their balance of technical accessibility and musical sophistication.
Page Count:
208
Publication Date:
1980-10-23
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0193535734
ISBN-13:
9780193535732
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