Oxford University Press Christmas Lullaby
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Essential Information About This Score
Essential Information About This Score
- A sacred Christmas lullaby with an intimate atmosphere, perfect for a moment of reflection at concerts or services.
- Accessible and refined choral writing : lyrical melodic lines, serene harmony, and balanced voice parts.
- Ideal for developing musicality : careful diction, delicate dynamics, and unified breathing within the choir.
- A staple of the English repertoire by John Rutter, a renowned composer and conductor in choral music.
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Summary of This Score
Christmas Lullaby belongs to the tradition of English choral lyricism championed by John Rutter, highly appreciated by choirs for its immediately expressive writing. This piece takes the form of a sacred lullaby with tender phrases, designed to highlight the warmth of the collective sound and the clarity of the text. The harmony, gentle and luminous, supports a flowing vocal line that encourages careful intonation, balance, and subtle dynamics. Intended for a mixed choir, the score is particularly suitable for Christmas programs seeking a piece that is both approachable and rich in emotion, where unified breath and legato quality make all the difference.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Religious, Sacred | Publication | Sheet music |
| Composer | John Rutter | Genre | Hymns and chorales |
| Instrumentation | Mixed choir | Pages | 8 |
| Product type | Choral sheet music | Year of publication | 2016 |
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Questions frequently asked
For which choir formation is this sheet music written?
The writing is intended for mixed choir, in a score designed for choirs of 8 pages.
Is John Rutter's Christmas Lullaby a sacred Christmas work?
The piece is classified in the religious and sacred genres. The 2016 publication is also categorized under hymns and chorales.
Does this John Rutter score require legato work?
The vocal phrases are conceived in the spirit of a sacred lullaby. The work focuses on breath unity and legato quality. The writing for mixed choir also emphasizes intonation and balance.
How many pages does Christmas Lullaby have?
This edition contains 8 pages. The work is offered in the form of a score for choirs.
What is the musical style of this choral work?
The indicated genre is hymns and chorales, with a religious and sacred character. The harmony is described as gentle and luminous, serving a smooth vocal line.
