Marti Lunn Lantz Chornoten

Oh, my goodness, it's back to the 70's with this disco-style number that's holiday fun for everyone. The singers boogie to the beat and spell out 'S. A. N. T. A. ,' just like the disco classic, 'Y. M....

Each year more choirs add Kwanzaa to their December repertoire, and here's an excellent piece for this American holiday, 'Nguzo Saba' means 'principles' in Swahili, and the principles of Kwanzaa are i...

Subtitled 'Shalom Alechem,' A Wish for Hanukkah is a fresh approach to Hanukkah for 2-part treble or 3-part mixed groups. It opens slowly, dramatically, then moves to a spirited 2-beat feel, evoking E...

This 'rockin' Santa' number features handclaps and foot stomps set to a rock beat. It's a quick-learn piece, and when you add the driving SoundTrax CD (complete with rock guitar and horn section) you'...

Harambee means 'let's pull together' in Swahili, a concept fostered in 'Umoja,' one of the principles of Kwanzaa. This new choral work with a rhythmic African pulse focuses on elements of this fast-gr...

Boogie back to disco 70s with this funky holiday number that's fun for everyone. It's not Saturday Night Fever, it's Santa Fever, and he's comin' to town!! 'He's cool, he's hot. He's in the groove. '...

There are many traditions of Hanukkah, and this piece captures them all. The musical feel is gentle, yet traditional, complete with a 'lai, lai, lai' chorus. The text tells of the Hebrew holiday's tra...

To kindle means to cause something, such as a candle, to begin burning. This December piece describes what we can do 'to make a world where no one fights, as we kindle the Hanukkah lights.' An express...

The title says it all: a tribute to the hard working spouse of Mr. C. 'Without a woman to help him, how would Santa be on time?' From tuning up the sled to getting the reindeer fed, 'it's time to sing...

Kwanzaa, the seven day festival celebrated December 26 through January 1 by African-Americans, is becoming more popular every year. Learn the Kwanzaa tradition of drinking from a unity cup and lightin...

Inventions Rock! is an inventive songbook which explores some of history's greatest inventions-from the wheel to the steam engine, the printing press to TV, the light bulb to computers. The seven unis...

Are you naughty or nice?. . . Santa's checkin' it twice. . . so be good! With showy opening solos that kick into a groovy disco feel, this funky flashback to the 70s is reminiscent of Gloria Gaynor's...

Celebrate Hanukkah with this jovial partner song featuring a bouncy accompaniment and cheerful hand claps during the repeated refrain. The traditional Hebrew folk song is combined with an original Eng...

When the postman announces final call for letters to the North Pole, members of the choir rush to the mailbox with special secrets and wishes for Dear Santa! Readers display their own unique personali...

A dramatic modal call and a slow minor verse set the scene for a spirited Hanukkah celebration. A catchy melody with a bouncy accompaniment and handclaps follow. Sing about holiday traditions during t...

A delicate melody swirls and twirls like drifting snow in this tasteful arrangement of a traditional Japanese school song. The three short Japanese phrases (and several English words) are easy-to-lear...

As this folk-like original progresses, hand claps replace words of the winter text one syllable at a time. Partner song qualities, a bouncy beat, and an optional fiddle will make this a cold weather f...

This lovely French-Canadian folk song is arranged in a sophisticated, yet achievable manner. Incorporates echo singing, basic 2-part harmony, and partner song elements. With only eight French words to...

Developing choirs will shine singing this new age piece with a poetic wintertime text. Delicate verses float effortlessly over a shimmering piano ostinato, followed by a haunting chorus based largely...

Shine some light on the traditions of the holiday and 'look to a brighter future' with this festive and bouncy Hanukkah tribute. Even more fun with the optional handclaps!

Tsuki' means 'moon,' and is one of just a few Japanese words sung in this pentatonic scale-based song. Other words describe the beauty of the Japanese moon throughout the year. A captivating and memor...

Fun-filled verses account for each of the eight nights and lights of the season, while two memorable melodies (sung simultaneously and on Hebrew-sounding syllables) provide the festive chorus for this...