Peace: A Musical Christmas Celebration (Cantata) for SATB Choirs by Joel Raney

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Code No. 9051
Composed and Arranged by Joel Raney
Orchestrated by Ed Hogan
Voicing: SATB
Optional Part: Various Instruments
This gospel-flavored Christmas musical reflects on the promise of peace delivered by the angels on the night of Jesus' birth. The iconic ballad, "Let There Be Peace on Earth" is used as musical bookends: its theme is briefly stated in the second movement and then returns in full-blown gospel style at the end to provide an emotion-filled climax. In between, this choir cantata tells the Christmas story through scriptural narration and six beloved carols set in a variety of styles ranging from jazz, to gospel, to calypso.
Accompaniment can be provided by piano, full orchestra, or a smaller set of rhythm parts, arranged by Ed Hogan. Performance time is 35 minutes.
Rehearsal/guide recordings are available for your in-person or virtual choir this Christmas.
Song List: A Prayer for Peace | Let Us Adore Him | Bring Us Peace | Once in Royal David's City | Bring a Torch, Jeanette Isabella | Carry Me to Bethlehem | Still, Still, Still | Let There Be Peace on Earth | Let Us Adore Him (Reprise)