for SATB and orchestra Setting a well-loved medieval text, this effective piece paints the story of Jesus through lyrical melodies and beautiful harmonic surprises. The vocal lines offer both powerful intensity and skilful dialogue, and are supported by a pulsing orchestral accompaniment.

for SATB and piano or strings This much-loved carol is one of the composer's earliest pieces and is presented here in German translation. The orchestral accompaniment is available on sale and on hire/rental.

for SATB and piano or small orchestra This much-loved carol is available here in German translation. Orchestral accompaniments are available on sale and on hire/rental.

for SATB unaccompanied John Henry Newman's 'Lead, kindly light' is presented here in a German translation and is a short, moving piece perfectly suited for our current times. Step-like movement in the melody reflects the speaker seeking light in the darkness, slow but steady in their way out of the 'encircling gloom'.

for SATB and piano A lilting 3/4 metre carries the listener through this familiar Christmas story, beautifully depicted in a text by the composer, presented here in a German translation. Rutter employs artful word-painting throughout, and the verse-refrain structure enables the compelling melody to soon become as familiar as any traditional carol of the season.

for SATB and piano or harp or orchestra This joyful carol of celebration, with its uplifting 'Gloria in excelsis Deo' refrain, is presented here in German translation. The orchestral accompaniment is available on sale and on hire/rental.

for SATB and piano or orchestra This tender piece was composed in memory of the victims of Fukushima in 2011. It is both reflective and heartfelt, with a simple, appealing melody, rich harmonies, and a flowing accompaniment.

for SATBB and organ or chamber ensemble Inspired by Geertgen's painting Nativity at Night, Candlelight Carol centres around the love of a mother on that first night in the stable. Presented here in German translation. The orchestral accompaniment is available on sale and on hire/rental.

for SATB and organ or small orchestra Available here in German translation Christmas Lullaby was commissioned in 1989 by the Bach Choir in celebration of the seventieth birthday of its conductor, Sir David Willcocks. The haunting melody of the verses and the reflective refrain of 'Ave Maria' have made this an immensely popular carol. The orchestral accompaniment is available on sale and on hire/rental. Offprinted from Weihnachtslieder von John Rutter (John Rutter Carols).