Alfred Choral Designs

Accented rhythms, spine-tingling sonorities, and a riveting add-on section create drama in this sophisticated choral, appropriate for concert, festival, and adjudication. Highlight the vocal skills of...

What a mixed-up, mixed meter, crazy and fun arrangement of 'Jingle Bells!' As the lyric states, 'The melody's the same; the rhythms, they are not.'

Listen up, superheroes and secret agents! There's a new guy in town and he's on a mission to deliver Christmas with unmistakable '60s panache. 'Not a bird, not a plane, not a speeding turbo train . ....

A haunting minor-key melody overlaps to create a textured canon in this reflective selection for the holidays. The evocative text depicts the warmth of Hanukkah candles in contrast to the chill of win...

Crafted especially for developing groups, this joyful carol arrangement is equal parts achievable and interesting. Simplified runs are countered with intriguing meter changes, melodic counterlines are...

A little bit vaudeville, a little bit country, this zany novelty number is a hoot! You know Dasher and Dancer, and Prancer and Vixen? Well, this isn't about those guys, it's actually about their wacky...

Here's a sassy swing chart with a silly sense of humor that sounds like it came from Broadway! This irresistible showstopper reads like a résumé of special North Pole talents. Not only am I good at ma...

Here's a warm, wintertime ballad with no mention of the holidays. A dreamy text longs for snow and captures the delight of making snow angels. Delicate and independent voice parts overlap throughout,...

How often do we find a warm ballad written especially for Hanukkah? No boom-chicks here, and no minor key either, just a tender heartfelt message of family and tradition. Incorporates a contemporary s...

Sung in unison, two, three, and eventually four-part round, this beautiful melody was penned by sixteenth century master of polyphony Thomas Tallis. An excellent teaching piece, the lyrical tune (set...

According to the lyrics, this is the song that Santa and his reindeer and elves love to sing. And who can blame them? It's irresistibly jolly! When we play 'We Wish You a Merry Christmas' on our kazoo...

This hilarious send-up spoofs the usual gifts presented in the well-known song: 'Eight ugly sweaters, seven pink flamingos, six Hawaiian shirts.' The parody text provides lots of laughs, while the eve...

It's a whirlwind trip through a baker's dozen of beloved Christmas favorites! Quoting brief phrases from songs like 'We Three Kings,' 'Jingle Bells,' and 'The Hallelujah Chorus,' this piece cleverly w...

A delicate piano accompaniment and a chromatic flute obbligato set the wintry scene for this evocative treble choral with no mention of the holidays. Both the topic and tessitura are perfect for young...

Mit diesem Weihnachtslied aus Costa Rica bringen Sie ein wenig karibisches Flair in Ihr diesjähriges Weihnachtskonzert. Ein Percussion-Ostinato sorgt neben den synkopierten Strophen für zusätzliche Be...

A symbolic ascending fifth opens the main melodic idea in this bright original for Christmas. Taking inspiration from 'Angels We Have Heard on High,' the chorus moves in a new harmonic direction, whil...

What better way for your developing choir to spread holiday cheer than a partner song arrangement of a favorite Christmas carol? Terrific writing for those who are just learning to sing in harmony, so...

This fresh take on the ever-popular winter song could have been called 'Jazzy Jingle Bells!' After a suspenseful introduction, syncopated rhythms and tight vocal harmonies permeate the remainder of th...

This fast paced mini-medley is overflowing with holiday merriment! From the rollicking 'Here We Come A-Caroling' and regal 'Good King Wenceslas' to the sweet ballad treatment of 'I Heard the Bells' an...

This country-style novelty number celebrates the Clark Griswold in all of us! How many outdoor decorations do YOU hang at Christmas? Accessible two-part writing in both voicings makes for easy-to-lear...

Words from the English carol, 'Good King Wenceslas' are set to the melody of 'Hey, Ho, Nobody Home.' Canonic writing ensures success, and the stately walking tempo suggests a processional. A light per...

Crisp and cool as a peppermint stick, this re-imagined carol is refreshing in every way. From the light swing rhythms of the familiar melody to a jazz fantasia of Fa la la's in counterpoint, it's just...

Presenting Victor Herbert's instantly recognizable 'March of the Toys' with all-new hilarious lyrics! This festive feature reads like a wacky to-do list of holiday preparations with non-stop punchline...

A rondeau-like choral work that's perfect for the holiday season, though without any mention of Christmas. . . the text is essentially a 'song of peace and joy. ' Bouncy, joyous melody and supportive...

Fine work by 17th century composer to introduce or develop classical choral style in young singers. Optional 'Gloria Patri' text is appropriate for year-round use. Optional flute.