Ancient Christmas carol from Piae Cantiones This is my arrangement for our community choir (Soprano, Alto and Bass), but transposed down a third here for me to sing. (The arrangement also has an optional piano part which I did not use for this recording)

ore">This jaunty melody with countermelodies has been written for an a cappella choir of SATBB with splits in some of the voices from time to time. The words are my own and tell of children playing their games in the dusty streets (ie of Bethlehem) unaware tha...  ore_link" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">moreore" style="display:none;">This jaunty melody with countermelodies has been written for an a cappella choir of SATBB with splits in some of the voices from time to time. The words are my own and tell of children playing their games in the dusty streets (ie of Bethlehem) unaware that a miracle has happened and asking them to look up to the angels and join their singing. The performance here is by the Composer's choir conducted by Daniel Shaw.  

Archikatedralny Chór Męski Cantores Minores White Christmas - Irvin Berlin, arr. Paulo Rowlands Dyryguje Franciszek Kubicki. Nagranie live z koncertu kolęd w Zamku Królewskim w Warszawie 17.12.2017 r. - Konrad Błaszczyk http://www.cantoresminores.pl

The Shrewsbury Chorale is a mixed choir of approximately 50 auditioned voices, which presents three formal concerts per season. Most repertoire is classical in nature.

ore">Song by Debussy for voice and piano arranged for soloist and choir [poem by Paul Bourget - English version see below] Les feuilles s'ouvraient sur le bord des branches, délicatement. Les cloches tintaient, légères et franches, dans le ciel clément....  ore_link" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">moreore" style="display:none;">Song by Debussy for voice and piano arranged for soloist and choir [poem by Paul Bourget - English version see below] Les feuilles s'ouvraient sur le bord des branches, délicatement. Les cloches tintaient, légères et franches, dans le ciel clément. Rhythmique et fervent comme une antienne, ce lointain appel me remémorait la blancheur chrétienne des fleurs de l'autel. Ces cloches parlaient d'heureuses années, et, dans le grand bois, semblaient reverdir les feuilles fanées, des jours d'autrefois. The leaves unfurled on branches so lightly delicate and soft. The bells rang out so light and free in the cloudless sky Rhythmical and fervent a distant call like the anthems of old Called to mind the pure white lilies on holy altar's sacrifice Those bells spoke to me of happier times now gone and in the great wood they seemed to revive the faded leaves of days long since passed. singing translation (c) David W Solomons  less

ore"> If you enjoy singing with others, you will love being a member of the Tri-Cees Community Chorale. The group performs something for everyone: Seasonal Favorites, Classic Hits, Spirituals, Broadway Showtunes, Standards, World and Historical music. We mee...  ore_link" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">moreore" style="display:none;"> If you enjoy singing with others, you will love being a member of the Tri-Cees Community Chorale. The group performs something for everyone: Seasonal Favorites, Classic Hits, Spirituals, Broadway Showtunes, Standards, World and Historical music. We meet Tuesday evenings from 7:00 to 8:30 P.M in the sanctuary of United Presbyterian Church in Slatington, PA.  

ore">The Island Consort Chamber choir is a 20-voice community chamber choir that first appeared in concert in late April 2007. Its repertoire is varied and loosely “classical”, focusing on sacred and secular music of the Renaissance and Baroque periods. We ...  ore_link" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">moreore" style="display:none;">The Island Consort Chamber choir is a 20-voice community chamber choir that first appeared in concert in late April 2007. Its repertoire is varied and loosely “classical”, focusing on sacred and secular music of the Renaissance and Baroque periods. We rehearse Monday evenings from 7:30 to 9:30. This is an auditioned group with considerable musical and choral experience, one that aspires to a higher standard of performance. Our members include amateur and professional musicians, choir directors and music educators. Prospective members may audition from time to time as positions come open. Contact the choir if you have an interest in joining. We perform mostly a cappella pieces, but many of our concerts include accompaniment by members of the Nanaimo Chamber orchestra and organ.  less

ore">Wicklow Choral Society is a mixed-voice amateur community choir of more than 50 members, drawn from Wicklow Town and the surrounding areas. We perform a major concert every May in Wicklow with professional soloists and orchestra, as well as a Carol Conce...  ore_link" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">moreore" style="display:none;">Wicklow Choral Society is a mixed-voice amateur community choir of more than 50 members, drawn from Wicklow Town and the surrounding areas. We perform a major concert every May in Wicklow with professional soloists and orchestra, as well as a Carol Concert at Christmas in support of local charities.  

ore">The Australian Military Wives choir is open to female voices of all ages with a significant connection to a serving defence force member. Our purpose is to provide women and girls who share a bond of supporting currently serving defence personnel, an oppo...  ore_link" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">moreore" style="display:none;">The Australian Military Wives choir is open to female voices of all ages with a significant connection to a serving defence force member. Our purpose is to provide women and girls who share a bond of supporting currently serving defence personnel, an opportunity to leave all cares behind and sing for our hearts.