If you're looking for a special solo performance this Christmas, look no further! Take a moment to listen to the following solos and consider adding one or more of these gems to your Christmas services. With stunning vocal arrangements, compelling lyrics and glorious melodies, these solos tell the story of Christmas and provide a glimpse of that holy night when our Savior was born.
Arranged by Phillip Keveren, Jeff Jansen, Kris Crunk, and others, the following solos include opportunities for both male and female vocalists, and can be performed by your worship leader or singers from your choir or worship team.
Below, you'll find a wonderful blend of originals and Christmas favorites that sing of Christ's birth and provide beautiful reminders of the depth of God's love for us. We hope you'll consider adding some of the following solos to your Christmas services this year!
O Come, O Come, Emmanuel
O Come, O Come, Emmanuel (with strings)
Arranged by Phillip Keveren
With a stunning vocal performance from Regi Stone and a breathtaking arrangement from Phillip Keveren, this piece captures the full range of emotion felt in anticipation of the coming Messiah. [Orchestrations also available to our Unlimited Plus Members]
The First Noel
Arranged by Jeff Jansen
A simple and straight-forward interpretation of the familiar hymn, but with an atmospheric, contemporary touch, this piece is equally suited to both congregational singing and soloist with a small band.
What Child Is This?
Arranged by Karen England, Nancy Groeneveld
This lovely rendition of the beloved carol features a simple vocal solo with subdued yet sweet accompaniment. Perfect for your candlelight Christmas Eve service.
Just Like You
Just Like You (with strings)
Arranged by Kris Crunk
A contemporary song for soloist performed from Joseph's point of view, this ballad finds Jesus' earthly father crying out to the Lord on the night of Christ's birth, asking for guidance for parenthood. [String Parts available to Unlimited PLUS Members]
It Came Upon the Midnight Clear
It Came Upon the Midnight Clear (w/ orchestra)
Arranged by Phillip Keveren
Masterfully arranged by Phillip Keveren, this stunning collaboration with Regi Stone is as tender as it is powerful. Their interpretation of this timeless carol is ideal for soloist or special performance. [Orchestrations also available to our Unlimited Plus Members.]
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
Arranged by Craig Smith
A fresh and poignant piano-driven solo rendering of the traditional carol that brings the hope of true comfort and joy to the world-weary.
O Little Town of Bethlehem
Arranged by Jeff Jansen
Valley Worship's faithful, piano-driven arrangement of this traditional favorite brings a fresh, emotional intensity to the piece, Whether for a solo performance or congregational singing, it strikes a warm balance of reverence and nostalgia. Also available as part of the "God With Us" Collection.