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CHRISTMAS & HOLIDAY medium-easy
Caribbean Christmas—arr. Doug Beach &
George Shutack. This infectious islands chart is
sure to light up any holiday concert! Caribbean
Christmas is a medley featuring Joy to the World,
Good King Wenceslas and We Wish You a Merry
Christmas, all with solid ensemble writing, spots for
improvisation, and a burning groove. Full of fun and
excitement, this one will have them wanting to get
up and dance to their favorite holiday tune!
10515792 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
H A Charlie Brown Christmas—Vince Guaraldi/
arr. Paul Murtha. Vince Guaraldi's music provided
a level of jazz sophistication for the popular Charlie
Brown television specials, and his holiday offerings
were some of the best! This appealing medley
includes Linus and Lucy; Skating; O Tannenbaum
and Christmas Time is Here. Highly recommended
as the hit of the season!
2702201 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
H A Child Is Born—Thad Jones/arr. John Denton.
This wonderful jazz standard by Thad Jones moves
smoothly through a few styles - first as a ballad, then
as a moderate jazz waltz, then as a bossa in four,
and back to the jazz waltz feel - all the while keeping
the beauty and integrity of the original. Written or
ad lib solos are for alto sax and trumpet. Gorgeous
chord voicings and tasty contrapuntal lines support
this beautiful tune in a very tasteful way!
2701948 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
A Child Is Born—Thad Jones/arr. Mike Carubia.
Thad Jones' most popular and unforgettable
composition will provide your players with a
great ballad experience. Mike Carubia's tasteful
arrangement captures all the charm of the original
without the difficulty, and features a written piano
and optional flute melody to start the second
chorus. Also appropriate for holiday performances,
A Child is Born will capture the hearts of your
audiences and the young musicians who play this
soulful tune. Highly recommended!
10280869 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
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A Chili Pepper Christmas—arr. Doug Beach &
George Shutack. Though it took some time and
effort to convince the famous "Chili Pepper" to
tackle the concept of holiday music, it's finally a
reality! Featuring three great classics, I Saw Three
Ships, Angels We Have Heard on High, and Jingle
Bells, this samba style medley at the medium
level is a joyous celebration of the holidays. While
improvisation is encouraged, sheets with written
solo lines for both open sections are included.
Highly recommended!
10345366 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
Christmas Island—arr. Paul Murtha. Composed
in the '40s and originally recorded by the Andrews
Sisters, Christmas Island has been recorded
countless times since then, notably by Ella
Fitzgerald and also by Leon Redbone as heard in
the movie "Elf." Paul Murtha's version is set in a
medium swing style with cool voicings for younger
jazz bands.
10461386 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
4 Deck the Halls—arr. Ryan Fraley. It's holiday
mash-up time! This is a clever combination of
the traditional carol with sultry Brazilian jazz a la
Stan Getz. Two transcribed solos are provided for
tenor sax and trumpet (or flugelhorn) that mirror
the recorded solos, or they can be improvised as
desired. The rhythm section parts are fully realized
along with suggested piano voicings and bass lines.
This is a relaxed and laid-back chart that features
sectional solis and the full ensemble for a fresh
and modern addition to holiday concert repertoire.
Optional parts are included for flute/violin, clarinet
and F horn, and the lead trumpet range is to written
E top of staff. Highly recommended!
10881874 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
Good King Wenceslas—arr. Mike Collins-
Dowden. Looking for a tasty yet easy-to-assemble
holiday chart? Check out this medium swing chart
set at 120 bpm with written solos for tenor sax and
trumpet 2, and a lead trumpet range to written G
on top of the staff. Optional parts are included for
expanded instrumentations. All sections get a piece
of the fun on this very familiar chart, perfect for any
holiday concert. Fit for a King!
10355598 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
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Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas—arr.
Alan Baylock. As recorded by the USAF Airmen of
Note and arranged by Alan Baylock in the style of Li'l
Darlin', this slow swing chart is an ideal selection for
the holidays. It features no improvised solos but it has
a written trumpet melody solo, lead trumpet range
to written G on top of the staff, and it's technically
a very easy chart to play. Get the slow groove, and
it's a lock! Another superb Baylock arrangement,
this chart will be the centerpiece of any holiday
performance! Our highest recommendation! Option
expanded instrumentation.
10093165 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
Here Comes Santa Claus (Right Down Santa
Claus Lane)—arr. John Berry. Cowritten and made
famous by Gene Autry, here is one of the most
famous holiday standards ever! This accessible
chart features a Basie style and a medium swing
tempo, and it's an outstanding choice for any holiday
performance. Including written or improvised solos
for trumpet and alto, this will be the one the parents
will remember! Highly recommended!
10072808 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
I'll Be Home for Christmas—arr. Peter Blair.
Here's an ideal holiday chart that will sound great
and be easy to rehearse. Start with a holiday classic
played around 92 bpm in a light rock groove, add
written melody solos, plus easy ranges, and it's a
win-win for everyone! Optional parts are included
for augmented instrumentations as well as an
optional part for vibes. This Christmas classic is the
perfect addition to your holiday or winter concert
repertoire. Highly recommended!
10753981 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
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Christmas & Holiday
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Buy with confidence! These works, listed in
order of their popularity, are chosen most often
by directors.
The Most Wonderful Time of the Year—
arr. Paul Murtha.
10523758 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
I'll Be Home for Christmas—arr. Peter Blair.
10753981 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
And Kings Shall Swing—arr. Larry Neeck.
10757046 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
A Sleigh Full of Saxes—arr. Paul Clark.
10757062 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Swingin' Around the Menorah—
arr. Mike Collins-Dowden.
10752087 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
A Charlie Brown Christmas—
Vince Guaraldi/arr. Paul Murtha.
2702201 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Big Noise from the North Pole—
arr. Mike Collins-Dowden.
10517403 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
It's the Holiday Season—
Kay Thompson/arr. Roger Holmes.
10052580 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Big Band Holiday—arr. Carl Strommen.
10028071 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
Jazzin' the World—arr. Victor Lopez.
10593769 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
Angled Angels—arr. Bob Turner. This holiday chart is a down-and-dirty
funk chart based on the traditional favorite Angels We Have Heard on High. With
a nice feel, it features syncopated rhythms, an interesting chord progression,
and a written or improvised solo for tenor saxophone. Flexible instrumentation
is a highlight in that it can be played with four, five or six winds with rhythm
section. Additional parts are included so that it can be played with virtually any
combination of winds and rhythm section. Also available as a standard big-band
chart (Pepper number 10517622), this will be a favorite for holiday concerts and
community events!
10517614 Combo (Flexible) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 40.00
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Chill Out Gents (God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen)—arr. Bob Turner.
This laid-back rock version of the traditional Christmas carol God Rest Ye Merry,
Gentlemen is great for a holiday concert. All the rhythm section parts are fully
notated so your group can create the feel necessary to play this chart with
success. The piano player can have fun with the rock organ stop on the digital
piano and all the fills can be played as is or ad libbed. There are also suggested
solo parts for the solo section. The chart is structured so that it can be played
with any 4-, 5- or 6-horn ensemble plus rhythm section. Additional horn parts are
included so it can be played with virtually any combination of horns.
10454515 Combo (Flexible) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 40.00
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Good King What's His Name—arr. Bob Turner. Here's a great little
chart that will offer a lot of variety for holiday performances! Scored for flexible
instrumentation small groups, it's a fun rock chart based on Good King
Wenceslas with multiple styles and key changes throughout. The unique scoring
adapts to available players or can be tailored to achieve the desired sound. An
open solo section features a sample solo scored in the tenor sax part and chord
changes are included in all the parts. For a shorter version the solo section can be
optionally omitted. Also available in a big band format, Pepper number 10882382.
10882370 Combo (Flexible) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 45.00
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Jazz Combo Pak No. 27 (Christmas)—arr. Frank Mantooth.
Four terrific holiday favorites for jazz combo including: Frosty The Snowman;
Silver Bells; Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow and I'll Be Home for Christmas.
Flexibly scored for three-plus horns and rhythm section, parts are included for
Bb, Eb, and C instruments plus piano, guitar, bass and drums. Great change-of-
pace programming! Audio tracks are available online from the publisher.
2328458 Combo with Online Audio Access
(3-Plus Horns & Rhythm Section). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 45.00
Jazz Combo Pak No. 44 (Christmas)—arr. Mark Taylor.
Flexibility abounds in this small group set including four beloved holiday
treasures. Containing parts for Bb, Eb, and C Instruments plus Piano, Guitar,
Bass and Drums, the instrumentation can accommodate almost any combination
of horns and rhythm section. This budget-stretching set includes: Rudolph the
Red-Nosed Reindeer; I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day; It Came Upon the
Midnight Clear and O, Little Town of Bethlehem. Audio tracks are available online
from the publisher. Perfect for your holiday gigs! Very highly recommended!
10759372 Combo with Online Audio Access
(3-Plus Horns & Rhythm Section). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 45.00
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Jazz Combo Pak No. 47 (A Charlie Brown Christmas)—
Vince Guaraldi/arr. Mark Taylor.
Developing jazz players will have great fun
rehearsing and performing these Christmas favorites from the immensely popular
TV special. The four complete songs include: Linus and Lucy; Christmas Time
Is Here; What Child Is This? and Christmas Is Coming. Arranged for three horns
with flexible instrumentation and rhythm section, parts are included for Bb, Eb, C
instruments and piano, guitar, bass and drums. Audio tracks are available online
from the publisher. Highly recommended!
10909042 Combo with Online Audio Access
(3-Plus Horns & Rhythm Section). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 45.00
Mister Jingles—arr. Bob Turner. Here's a lighthearted jazz waltz version
of the holiday favorite Jingle Bells that will be wonderful change-of-pace
programming for any holiday jazz performance! Played at around 168 bpm, it
includes interesting ensemble passages, a light and airy jazz style, and a written
or improvised piano solo near the end. The flexible instrumentation can be played
by almost any combination of four, five or six winds and rhythm section. Mister
Jingles is also available as a standard big-band chart (Pepper number 10517620).
10517612 Combo (Flexible) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 40.00
Placid—Rick Hirsch. As its title suggests, Placid is a peaceful, restful ballad.
Take your audiences to a quiet, clear night with a fresh blanket of snow as the
lovely melody carries through the entire piece, and is passed from musician to
musician. With ad lib solo options included in all parts, there are echoes of a
"Charlie Brown Christmas" here. Improvised solo options are available in all parts,
and it's scored for three horns and rhythm, with optional parts for flugelhorn,
trombone, flute, clarinet, and all four saxophones.
10371032 Combo (Flexible) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 18.00
Three Guys (We Three Kings)—arr. Bob Turner. Three Guys is a flexible-
instrumentation combo chart based on the traditional carol We Three Kings set in
a jazz/rock style. Flexibility is the key to this small group arrangement which can
be played with 4, 5 or 6 winds plus rhythm section. Included are 15 different wind
parts so that it can be played with any configuration of horns available. There is
a 16-measure open solo section with chord changes provided for all winds and
one suggested solo included for guitar. The rhythm section parts are completely
written so that the players can play their parts as written and in a groove the band
will enjoy. Also available in a separate big band version.
10376428 Combo (Flexible) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 35.00
CHRISTMAS COMBO CHARTS
