Alan Bullard

A Light in the Stable

Vocal score

Forces or Category: SATB & organ/piano/small orchestra/chamber group

Orchestration: fl, ob, cl, bcl (opt), bn, hn (opt), tpt, perc (opt), hp (opt), either string quintet or string orchestra or keyboard (pno/organ). The keyboard part is an alternative to the string parts, and not the same as in the vocal score.

for SATB (with opt. solos) and organ or piano, or with small orchestra or chamber group
A Light in the Stable tells the Christmas story through a blend of original settings and well-known carols, and is suitable for both concert and church choirs. This work is perfect for anyone looking for a new take on familiar Christmas words and melodies.

A Light in the Stable

Vocal score

Alan Bullard

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Programme Notes:

A Light in the Stable is designed for church or concert use. The audience or congregation may join in the well-known carols in movements 5 (first verse only), 8, 16, and 19, as indicated, and optional readings are suggested.
The choir parts are designed with some flexibility in mind. They may be sung entirely by SATB choir, but movements 2, 4, 6, 9, 11, 13, and 17 may be sung by soloists, a semi-chorus, or all voices, as shown. Alternatively, these movements may be omitted and

A Light in the Stable

Vocal score

Alan Bullard

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A Light in the Stable

Vocal score

Alan Bullard

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