Multi-generational Christmas anthems provide a beautiful way for people of all ages to celebrate the birth of Christ in song. Below, we'll explore a powerful collection of anthems that bring multiple generations together in one voice to give thanks to God for the gift of Jesus.
Arranged for multi-generational choir and worship team by Regi Stone, Bradley Knight, Phillip Keveren, Jeff Lippencott, and others, you'll find an excellent assortment of contemporary and traditional anthems for your church services in the Christmas season.
And with singing opportunities for both kids and adults, these anthems engage your entire church community and encourage them to lift their voices in worship. This Christmas, consider putting together a choir of all ages to perform one or more of the following anthems and embrace the joy of singing together!
Infant Holy, Infant Lowly
Infant Holy, Infant Lowly (w/ orchestration)
Arranged by Hal Wright
From the opening instrumental treatment of William Kirkpatrick's "Away in a Manger" to the exquisite use of SATB adult choir and children's choir together, Hal Wright's arrangement of Infant Holy, Infant Lowly is a can't-miss Christmas anthem. [Limited Orchestration with woodwinds and strings available to Unlimited PLUS Members.]
Star So Bright
Arranged by Bradley Knight, Regi Stone
From veteran arrangers Bradley Knight and Regi Stone, this atmospheric Christmas ballad features simple children's choir and 4-part adult choir. Includes "Angels We Have Heard on High."
In the Bleak Midwinter
In the Bleak Midwinter (w/ orchestra)
Arranged by Phillip Keveren
Phillip Keveren has done it again. This haunting melody and pitch-perfect arrangement for SATB choir in a traditional or blended setting is an inspired offering. Features child's solo. [Orchestration available Unlimited PLUS Members]
When We Seek Him
Arranged by Dave Williamson
Children's choir and SATB adult choir join together to sing that--like the shepherd and wise men who followed the Bethlehem star--those who seek Christ will be transformed by finding him. For traditional and blended settings, this piece also includes optional cello part.
Christ Has Come for All (with children)
Arranged by Jeff Lippencott
Arranged for children and adult choir, this masterful Christmas anthem grows from a delicate hush to joyous refrain to a final, reflective moment. Alternate arrangement for soloist with adult choir also available.
I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day w/ Dona Nobis Pacem
Arranged by David Hamilton
Featuring handbells, children's choir, adult choir, and soloist, this masterpiece by arranger David Hamilton sets a classical choral sound against a contemporary power-solo to great effect. A challenging but worthwhile piece for your Christmas season.