Christmas suites are a wonderful way to celebrate the birth of Christ in song. In this special feature, we'll showcase a collection of short suites that consist of Christmas carols and songs that when performed together form a beautiful musical offering that will bless your congregation and warm their hearts this Christmas.
Combining classic carols with original compositions, these suites offer a fresh and innovative approach for your Christmas services. Whether performed by your choir or ensemble, the following suites capture the joy of the season and offer hope to all who hear. If you're looking for something truly special that's easier to plan, be sure to consider these Short & Sweet Choral Christmas Suites!
Come and Worship: A Suite for Christmas
Come and Worship (with orchestra)
Arranged by Phillip Keveren
Starting with "Angels, from the Realms of Glory" and ending with "Joy to the World," this magnificent 12-minute medley of carols is masterfully arranged for choir, narrator and congregation. [Full orchestration available to Unlimited PLUS Members]
A Cappella Christmas Suite
Arranged by Tom Fettke, Craig Adams, David Huntsinger, Karen England, Nancy Groeneveld
This set of four medium difficulty a cappella songs spans the gamut from madrigal to modern—telling the Advent story with lush vocals and poetic verse. Use the familiar KJV narrations, and you’ll have a 12-minute suite perfect for a Christmas Eve Service or caroling setting.
Christmas Eve Suite
Arranged by Various
This compilation of songs and scriptures will keep your Christmas Eve service focused on the Baby and the first Christmas night. Keep it simple as is, or add in other solos or readings to personalize the service for your congregation.
Candlelight Suite
Arranged by Various
From the choral anthem "Alleluia, Christ Has Come" to the choir-led congregational "Manger Medley" and on to the final poignant narration as the pianist plays "Silent Night", the Candlelight Suite is a perfect addition to your candlelight service or Christmas Sunday service.
Light the Lights! A 3-Song Suite of Fun Christmas Songs
Arranged by Various
This fun and engaging song suite that includes a duet as well as pieces for SATB choir will help to liven up your Christmas service. They are accessible to all generations and would work well in traditional to contemporary Christmas programs.
An Advent Service of Candles & Carols
Arranged by Dennis Allen, Jeff Lippencott, Camp Kirkland, David Allen, John Patrick
Orchestrated with breathtaking simplicity for piano (opt. flute on 1 song), this wonderful suite of medium difficulty SATB arrangements conveys the sacred beauty of the Advent story. Includes responsive scripture readings for weekly Advent candle lightings or for presentation as a 27 minute service.