Jul, Jul
Music by Gustaf Nordqvist
Arranged by Chris de Silva
Jul is a common name for Christmas in Scandinavian languages; in this case, Chris has taken a Swedish carol and provided a new text. This one just feels right in a dimly lit church on Christmas Eve! Taken from Chris’ new Christmas collection Mysterium.
Carol of the Birds
Words and Arrangement by Chris de Silva
Many of us know this Catalonian carol as one of Pablo Casal’s favorite recital encores. And yes, Chris includes a cello part! Bird song is hinted at in the soprano and alto sections. This piece is hauntingly beautiful and also from Mysterium.
Love Came Down at Christmas
Words by Christina Rossetti
Music by Bernard Sexton
Rossetti’s famous Christmas text is deserving of a worthy setting and Bernard Sexton provides one.
Go Tell It on the Mountain
Arranged by Evelyn Simpson-Curenton
Editor Michael Silhavy says, “I love the contrast between the rhythmic refrain and freer verses.”
When Angels Sing
Words by Herb Frombach
Music by Mark Miller
While the manger nor the Christ child are named, there’s no doubt the message of this message is at the heart of the Christmas story. Useful throughout the liturgical year.
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