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Madrigal for Christmas
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Choral (SSATB a cappella)
SKU: HL.153763
Composed by Thomas Morley. Edited by John Leavitt. Arranged by John Leavitt. Treasury Choral. A Cappella, Christmas, Christmas Sacred, Christmas/Advent Sacred, Concert, English, Masterworks, Renaissance. Octavo. 8 pages. Duration 120 seconds. Hal Leonard #153763. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.153763).UPC: 888680097271. 6.75x10.5x0.019 inches.
Add a Renaissance touch to your holiday concerts! Madrigal for Christmas is fashioned after the ballettos of Italy which featured the popular “fa la la” refrains. In this piece, Morley uses a different nonsense refrain, “lirum, lirum,” which might be a sound effect imitating the strummed lute, a popular instrument from the Renaissance.
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Ratings + Reviews
Based on 4 Reviews
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David K.
December 17, 2025
Reliable Renaissance Choral Piece
For professional choral gigs requiring authentic Renaissance repertoire, this Morley madrigal is a solid choice. As an a cappella SSATB piece, chord symbols aren't applicable, with harmony built through excellent voice leading. The 8-page octavo is practical; page turns are manageable during its two-minute duration. It's a standard, well-edited arrangement suitable for concert or festive holiday events.
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Emily R.
December 16, 2025
Enjoyable Group Singing for the Holidays
As an adult choir member, diving into Thomas Morley's 'Madrigal for Christmas' is truly enjoyable. It brings that classic Renaissance charm to holiday concerts. While SSATB a cappella requires some dedicated practice, the 'lirum, lirum' refrain is so fun to sing. It's incredibly rewarding to contribute to such a beautiful piece, making you feel part of something special and historically rich.
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Anonymous
December 16, 2025
Superb A Cappella Work for Vocal Coaches
This Morley madrigal is an excellent resource for vocal coaches focused on a cappella ensemble work. The SSATB scoring means the accompaniment texture is entirely vocal, demanding precise intonation and blend. The voice-leading is typical Morley — elegant and instructive for developing independent part singing and nuanced expression within each singer's reasonable range. A masterclass in Renaissance choral singing.
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Anonymous
December 15, 2025
Ideal for Advancing Choral Students
This Thomas Morley madrigal is a fantastic teaching piece for intermediate to advanced high school or collegiate choirs. The SSATB a cappella texture challenges students in intonation and independent part singing, crucial for Renaissance style. Hal Leonard's clear engraving makes rhythmic and melodic reading straightforward, allowing focus on expression and vocal blend. A wonderful addition to any choral program.
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