For SATB and keyboard or orchestra. Very moving and dramatic, Wilberg creates a beautiful harmonic language that complements this classic carol. Orchestral material is available on hire.
The First Nowell
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Catalog No.
6540381084
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1 review
The First Nowell
Overall rating
5.0
Choral Integrity
5.0
Textual Quality
5.0
Teachability
5.0
Audience Response
5.0
In usual Mack Wilberg style, this gorgeous setting of the traditional English Carol is in 8 parts (SSAATTBB) and soars dynamically with incremental crescendo from beginning to the end. Not for a beginning or limited choir or sections who cannot manage independence and/or split voicings, this is most-effective with a large adult choir. A very good youth choir with plenty of older teens would also do a fine job and learn much from it. Perfect for concert settings, this is a wonderful arrangement of a Christmas favorite.
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For the choir that is both large enough and skilled enough for 8 parts, this is an exciting choice.
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