Inspired by chant and cantillation, the arrangement opens with a kind of wail from each instrument, each of them in a state of mourning. Following a few moments of of quiet assemblage, the ensemble continues with an unrelenting rhythmic force. It is a bit of a frenzy with only a brief return to a chant / cantillation in the middle. Available immediately for piano trio + clarinet, piano + violin, and piano solo. Other instrumentations available upon request.

Change things up with this spicy tango setting of a holiday classic. Sits nicely in the voice for either tenor or alto and is ridiculously fun to perform. A bold and dramatic violin introduction sets the tone. Significant instrumental break in the middle is the perfect place for daring programmers to welcome dancers to the floor. Requires advanced violinist with strong command of style and extended techniques…plus indelible flare. Available immediately for piano trio + voice. Other instrumentations and/or vocal ranges available upon request.

A perennial favorite of my audience in Los Angeles, Minnesota Snow represents the crystal quiet of newly fallen snow. Spare and spacious, the setting is perfect as a concert piece, prelude, or offertory. Immediately available for piano solo, string quartet / piano, piano trio / clarinet. Available for other instrumentation upon request.

Sailor, hooligan, and future uncle to J.P Morgan, composer James Piermont originally intended Jingle Bells for a time when folks might be prone to gathering, imbibing and drag-racing sleighs. Also known as Thanksgiving. This arrangement is a tip of the hat to this Maestro of Mischief with ramshackle musical moments and a few surprises. Great as an encore or moment of levity in an otherwise serious performance. Available immediately for PNO TRIO+CLAR and WOODWIND 5TET. Other instrumentations available upon request.

A beautiful Christmas hymn that begins as a lullaby and ends with triumphant calls from the horns, echoing the lyrics “Christ the Babe was born for you.” Available immediately for orchestra (2222-4331-harp-timp-tub bells-str). Other instrumentation available upon request.

Intimate and moving, this setting is lush with suspensions, giving an updated sound to a familiar classic. Great feature piece, offertory, or nativity scene background music.

Henry Wadsworth Longfellow wrote the text of this classic hymn on Christmas Day 1863 following a period of personal loss. Although commonly omitted in performance, many verses reference the perils of the Civil War - one of which is included in this arrangement with an alternative minor-key melody. The final verse brings redemption to the forefront, with good triumphing over evil. The melody comes from Johnny Marks - the Jewish composer who also penned Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer , Holly Jolly Christmas, and Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree. Available immediately for organ and mezzo-soprano. Other instrumentations and/or vocal ranges available upon request.

Lilting and folk-influenced, this four minute piece for full orchestra and voice features solo violin and highlights the woodwind section. Great as a processional, launching a Christmas concert or service, or as an triumphant closer. Available immediately for full orchestra + solo voice, and full orchestra + choir. Other instrumentation available upon request.

Jaunty and light, this surprising version of “O Holy Night” is a great addition to services the weekend after Christmas, as a December recital encore, or as processional music. Gymnastic leaps require a skillful and aggressive players. The ensemble demands are intuitive and likely worked out in one or two playings. A good choice for the Sunday after Christmas. Available immediately for VLN+PNO and FLUTE+PNO. Other instrumentations available upon request.

Simple harmonic movement, double-stops and pizzicato in the violin, and a slurred note or two invoke a country or bluegrass feel in this version of Silent Night. An undulating left hand pattern in the piano gives thought to a sophisticated lullaby. This could be a conducted unison congregation hymn. Immediately available for piano trio + clarinet + voice. Other instrumentations and/or vocal range available upon request.

Contrary to most jubilant arrangements, this version is introspective and understated. Leaning on minor harmonies, this setting is intimate, reflective and forgiving. Written to speak to listeners who are experiencing loss or for whom holidays are difficult. This is one of our most requested arrangements. Available immediately for piano trio + alto/tenor voice. Other instrumentations or vocal ranges available upon request.