by Jaymey Hardin
This very special list of Christmas songs features 10 terrific anthems from the one and only, Dennis Allen! Discover Worship is pleased to offer more than 240 pieces from the prolific and talented arranger. Below, we'll showcase 10 of his very best offerings that are perfect for use in your worship services throughout the Christmas season!
Ranging from easy to medium difficulty, these wonderful anthems are accessible to church music ministries of all sizes and needs. And many of the following selections are easier to plan and perform–and can be done so with a team of fewer singers and musicians!
CHRISTMAS SATB (MEDIUM DIFFICULTY)
Bethlehem
Arranged by Dennis Allen
With a laid-back acoustic groove, this 4-part choral anthem is perfect for a Sunday morning in December or as part of your Christmas Eve service.
CHRISTMAS SATB (EASY)
Come Let's Celebrate Jesus
Arranged by Dennis Allen
A simple, bright 4-part invitation to come and celebrate the birth of our King for blended and contemporary choirs.
CHRISTMAS SATB (EASY)
Emmanuel
Arranged by Dennis Allen
With a beautiful melody and simple harmonies, this gentle Christmas ballad is an easy-to-learn addition to any Sunday morning service in December.
CHRISTMAS SATB (MEDIUM DIFFICULTY)
Hear the Sounds of Christmas
Arranged by Dennis Allen
A bright, up-tempo Christmas anthem, this singable arrangement includes parts for children's choir and the congregation and will stand alone or work within any Christmas program.
CHRISTMAS SATB (MEDIUM DIFFICULTY)
Heaven Rejoices
Arranged by Dennis Allen
A fun, rhythmic celebration of Christ's coming birth with a great gospel groove.
CHRISTMAS SATB (EASY)
O Come All Ye Faithful with Angels
from the Realms of Glory
Arranged by Dennis Allen
Arranged with a contemporary feel, this medley of familiar carols is designed as an invitation for the congregation to join the choir. Well suited for a Christmas Eve service or any Sunday in the advent season.
CHRISTMAS SATB (MEDIUM DIFFICULTY)
There's a Song in the Air
Arranged by Dennis Allen
This arrangement of the Christmas favorite stays faithful to the traditional feel and message of the original, while adding beautiful new verses from Nan Allen. It's arranged for SATB choir, but includes several sections in unison.
CHRISTMAS SATB (MEDIUM DIFFICULTY)
O Little Town of Bethlehem
Arranged by Dennis Allen
This original song by Dennis and Nan Allen is a modern take on Micah 5:2 for SATB choir. With an attitude of triumph and celebration, this piece would be an excellent addition to a traditional, blended, or contemporary Christmas cantata, drama, or service.
CHRISTMAS SATB (EASY)
Rejoice the Lord Has Come
Arranged by Dennis Allen
Festive and energetic, Rejoice The Lord Has Come is a song that your choir will enjoy learning as much as your church enjoys hearing! A classic sound for SATB choir, this piece would work well in traditional and blended worship settings.
CHRISTMAS SATB (MEDIUM DIFFICULTY)
What a Wondrous Gift
Arranged by Dennis Allen
A delicate but majestic celebration of the incarnation describing how humanity's need and God's grace meet in a manger babe. For traditional or blended worship settings, this lovely Christmas anthem is arranged for 4-part choir.
