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New repertoire for Advent and Christmas Cecilia McDowall Brightest Star This is an evocative setting of a powerful text by Seán Street describing the call for assistance made by the occupied Channel Islands in 1944 and the response of the Red Cross ship, the Vega, which came to their aid. It draws parallels between the gravity of this story and the light and hope of the seasons of Christmas and Epiphany. SSATB unaccompanied 4 mins, Moderately Difficult Becky McGlade A spotless Rose This setting of A spotless Rose reflects the wintry starkness of the fifteenth-century text through its minor key and bare upper-voice opening, while the warmth of the full voicing on the words ‘light’ and ‘might’ represents the coming of the Christ-Child. SATB (with divisions) unaccompanied 2 1 /2 mins, Moderately Difficult SATB unaccompanied or with optional 978-0-19-353569-5 | Published April 2020 Sarah Quartel This endris night This enchanting setting brings a fresh take on a familiar 15th-century text. The dialogue between Mary and the infant Jesus is woven to a beguiling folk-like melody through each of the voice parts. For added sparkle, there is an optional part for handbells. Also available in a version for upper voices. handbells (or percussion, or organ) 3 mins, Easy 978-0-19-353211-3 | Published April 2020 Cecilia McDowall Lo! He slumbers in his manger McDowall’s setting of Isaac Watts’s Cradle Hymn is beautifully tender, coloured by its rich harmonies, suspensions, and chromatic notes. The melodies are complemented by sustained ‘oo’s and ‘ah’s and rock gently with the changing time signatures, before ending unexpectedly in the tonic major. SATB unaccompanied 2 1 /2 mins, Easy 978-0-19-353567-1 | Published April 2020 Becky McGlade studied music at Royal Holloway, University of London, and now leads a busy musical life as a cellist, composer, and piano and cello teacher. She has a unique compositional style that is engaging and accessible, with fluid vocal lines and unexpected harmonic twists. Photo credit: Rod McGlade See page 16 for two other pieces by Becky McGlade SATB version: 978-0-19-353198-7 Published April 2020 SSA version: 978-0-19-352914-4 Published April 2019 Oliver Tarney The Wise Men and the Star This mystical, atmospheric Epiphany carol sets a text by Lucia Quinault depicting the journey of the wise men. Tarney’s appealing musical language creates a sense of expectancy, and beautiful moments of stillness and quiet enable the listener to reflect on the wonder of the events of the season. SATB unaccompanied 2 1 /2 mins, Easy 978-0-19-352959-5 | Published April 2019 6 Find Oxford Choral on Facebook for inspiration, news, and resources for the choral world

New repertoire for Advent and Christmas James Whitbourn Christmas Welcome A celebratory carol in a lilting 12/8 metre, Christmas Welcome sets a joyful 15th-century text by John the Blind Audelay. Whitbourn employs textural contrasts and call-andresponse style pairings of voices to great effect, as well as a characterful and soloistic organ part. SATB and organ 2 1 /2 mins, Moderately Difficult 978-0-19-353549-7 | Published April 2020 Mack Wilberg Child of Light This effervescent setting of two texts by David Warner—one for Christmas, one for general worship—was included on the Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square’s recent release, ‘Tree of Life’. Over a shimmering, festive accompaniment, the melody is passed between voice parts, and the dynamic contrasts and detailed articulation enable singers to present an engaging characterization. SATB and piano four-hands or chamber orchestra 2 1 /2 mins, Easy–Moderately Difficult 978-0-19-353572-5 | Published April 2020 Toby Young Come and dance This is an energetic setting of a text by Jennifer Thorp that celebrates and encourages festivities during Christmas time. Young’s lively melodies are full of syncopated rhythms and supported by colourful harmonies in the accompanying voices. SATB unaccompanied 3 mins, Moderately Difficult 978-0-19-353948-8 | Published April 2020 The carols below are all newly available as separate leaflets, having previously been published in larger collections. Malcolm Archer A little child there is yborn A cheerful spritely carol with words celebrating the birth of Jesus. Originally published in Carols for Choirs 5. SATB and organ 2 1 /2 mins, Easy–Moderately Difficult 978-0-19-338189-6 | Published April 2020 Alan Bullard And all the stars looked down This is a striking setting of a poem by Gilbert Keith Chesterton. Originally published in The Ivy and the Holly: 14 contemporary carols. SSATBarB unaccompanied 2 1 /2 mins, Moderately Difficult 978-0-19-336442-4 | Published April 2019 Alan Bullard And can this newborn mystery This carol explores the mystery of Christmas through shifting time signatures and intertwining vocal lines. Originally published in Alan Bullard Carols. Alternative orchestral accompaniment available to rent. SATB and piano or organ, or chamber orchestra 4 mins, Easy–Moderately Difficult Vocal score: 978-0-19-336637-4 Published April 2020 Score and parts (rent): 978-0-19-336624-4 Published 2010 Alan Bullard A boy is born in Bethlehem This lively carol may be sung in English or to the Latin text taken from Piae Cantiones. Originally published in Alan Bullard Carols. Also available in a version for upper voices with optional baritone. Alternative orchestral accompaniment available to rent. SATB and piano or organ or chamber orchestra 4 mins, Easy–Moderately Difficult SATB vocal score: 978-0-19-354022-4 Published April 2020 SA(B) vocal score: 978-0-19-335641-2 Published 2006 Score and parts (rent): 978-0-19-336623-7 Published 2010 Alan Bullard Star of Wonder This piece follows the three Kings on their journey to the birth of Jesus. Originally published in Alan Bullard Carols. Alternative orchestral accompaniment available to rent. SATB and piano or organ or orchestra 3 mins, Easy SATB vocal score: 978-0-19-336512-4 Published April 2020 Score and parts (rent): 978-0-19-336627-5 Published 2010 Bob Chilcott Silent night A gentle and expressive arrangement of this well-known and popular carol. Originally published in Carols for Choirs 5. SATB and organ 3 1 /2 mins, Easy 978-0-19-338199-5 | Published April 2020 To listen to recordings, visit www.oup.com/sheetmusic or search on Spotify 7