Author: Sandi Parks

All Praise to Thee is a beautifully written anthem for Christmas. The text is based on Gelobet seist du, Jesu Christ from a chorale written by Martin Luther and first published in 1524. Composer Elaine Hagenberg makes this truly accessible for a wide variety of choirs, both large and small. Exceptional music!

This beautiful arrangement of the traditional German carol, scored for SATB choir and optional French horn, is rich and warm in its harmonies and gentle rhythms. The strength of the dynamics may be further enhanced by the addition of an optional brass quintet, organ, harp and percussion.

 This Lloyd Larson setting of Michael W. Smith’s contemporary classic captures the tender and simple melodic interpretation found in the artist’s own rendition, while at the same time creating a lush choral version to enhance the Christmas worship experience. It spans the spectrum dynamically while underscoring the overall theme that Emmanuel has been born. New for this year, we offer SAB and SSA settings.

Steven Strite provides a stunning original setting of this classic Christmas lyric: “While shepherds watched their flocks by night.” Rich sonorities and varied timbres and color abound in this inspiring anthem. The full dynamic spectrum is employed to make it a powerful addition to Christmas concerts or worship services.

The glorious events of Christmas and the scene at the manger are brought to life as the bells in paradise ring together, announcing the birth of a Savior on earth.  With classic lines and feel in the style that is uniquely John Rutter, this joyous offering is destined to become a holiday classic.