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Short and Easy-to-Learn Musicals for Christmas!

Written by Jaymey Hardin | Jul 31, 2023 4:05:05 PM

Have you ever considered putting on a Christmas musical for your church, but you're concerned about the time it takes to coordinate it all, or if you have the personnel to pull it off? If that's you, we've got some helpful options with this list of Short and Easy-to-Learn Musicals for Christmas! If you're looking for something special, but with an easier learning curve–look no further!

Designed for choirs and worship teams of all sizes, these musicals were made with simplicity in mind. And if you need a helping hand, Discover Worship includes accompaniment tracks for each song! If you're looking for a shorter Christmas program that packs a powerful message and brings a beautiful worship experience to your congregation, simply click on the musicals below for more details and to preview the complete sheet music and audio demo for each musical!

If you're considering doing a Christmas musical this year, there's never been a better time with more options to choose from–and they're all included with an Unlimited PLUS membership from Discover Worship! To see our affordable pricing and to get unlimited downloads of thousands of songs and dozens of musicals, click HERE!

CHRISTMAS MUSICAL
The Hope of Christmas
Arranged by Dennis Allen, Christopher Phillips, Ed Kee, John Patrick, Jeff Lippencott, Hal Wright
Featuring timeless arrangements of original and familiar Christmas favorites, “The Hope of Christmas” creates a warm, memorable experience for everyone in attendance, and brings a heartfelt, encouraging message to those looking for meaning this Christmas season. Includes exclusive full-length video!

CHRISTMAS MUSICAL
Together Again: A Cozy Family Christmas
Arranged by Lura Foster, Karen England, Dennis Allen, Russell Mauldin, Kris Crunk, Jason Webb, J. Daniel Smith, Stan Morse
This will be an evening to remember! Created for choirs and praise teams of any size, this 36-min musical will warm your heart. With touching narrations about togetherness, forgiveness, hope, and salvation–and an exclusive full length video, your congregation will love this cozy musical experience!

CHRISTMAS MUSICAL
The Innkeeper's Daughter
Arranged by Dennis Allen, Jeff Lippencott, Russell Mauldin, Dave Williamson, and more
This upbeat 30-minute, 7-song Christmas musical with 9 speaking roles tells the Bethlehem story through the eyes of a fictional innkeeper’s daughter. Arrangements by Dennis Allen, Jeff Lippencott, Russell Mauldin, Dave Williamson, and more feature original songs as well as favorite carols.

CHRISTMAS MUSICAL
Christmas, Night of Angels!
Arranged by Tom Fettke, Travis Cottrell, Wes Ramsay, David Allen, Russell Mauldin, Jim Hammerly, Jeff Lippencott
Joseph and Mary narrate this half-hour, 7-song traditional Christmas musical which tells the story through the six angel visitations recorded in Scripture. Features original compositions as well as such beloved carols as “Come Thou Long Expected Jesus,” “Silent Night,” and “Away In a Manger."

CHRISTMAS MUSICAL
Christmas: The Story of God's Family
Arranged by Dave Williamson, Dennis Allen, Bradley Knight, Cliff Duren, Phillip Keveren, Timothy Webb, Hal Wright
Ranging from easy to medium difficulty, this upbeat yet accessible 7-song, half-hour piece features original works from Dennis Allen, Bradley Knight, and Phillip Keveren, as well as fresh interpretations of 5 beloved carols. Narration can be handled by one person or shared throughout the work.

CHRISTMAS MUSICAL
Be Joyful All! A Christmas Mini-Musical
Arranged by Don Michael Dicie, Phillip Keveren, Dennis Allen, Kyle Hill, Jeff Lippencott
Paul Lawrence Dunbar’s classic poem, “Christmas Carol,” serves as narration between four reverent yet festive easy/medium-difficulty anthems arr. by Phillip Keveren, Dennis Allen, Kyle Hill, and Jeff Lippencott. 20 minutes long w/optional handbell opener. Video track available for one song.

CHRISTMAS MUSICAL
Hear the Sounds of Christmas
Arranged by Dennis Allen
Bright and uplifting, familiar yet fresh, these 8 easy SATB arrangements from Dennis Allen celebrate the miracle of Christmas in a simple and straightforward way. This 30-minute musical works in worship settings ranging from light traditional to light contemporary. Includes conversational narration.

CHRISTMAS MUSICAL
God With Us
Arranged by Jeff Jansen
If you're looking to feature your worship team and band, this 6-song musical with narration will create a fresh Christmas praise service. These new and familiar favorites are arranged as worship songs with a modern folk feel.


CHRISTMAS MUSICAL
Let Earth Receive Her King
Arranged by Ed Kee
Told through the eyes of the wise men, this musical features classic Christmas carols arranged in simple unison with occasional 2 or 3-part. Perfect for the small choir! Includes narration and optional drama sections.


CHRISTMAS MUSICAL
God Is With Us
Arranged by Luke Woodard
This 20-minute musical is designed for the small choir, with accessible SATB parts, piano accompaniment and optional C instrument. Highlighting the glorious truth of the season, these beautiful new Christmas songs are framed with simple narration and interspersed with familiar carols.

CHRISTMAS MUSICAL
He Is the Light of the World 
Arranged by Russell Mauldin
An easy-to-learn musical from Russell Mauldin and Lowell Alexander, "He Is the Light of the World" brings the Christmas story to new life through the eyes of three men who see the birth of Jesus from a unique perspective. Yet even with the Light of the World so close, will they truly see Him?