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CHRISTMAS & HOLIDAY medium-easy
Mary Did You Know?—arr. Rich Sigler. This
extremely popular, contemporary Christmas
standard has been set here for developing jazz
ensembles as a beautiful rock ballad to be played
around 98 bpm. The opening melody is written to
feature a tenor saxophonist on this tender ballad.
The lead trumpet range is to written F top line and
optional parts are included for flute, clarinet and
vibes. A very sweet and appropriate chart for the
holiday season, this will be the centerpiece of your
holiday or winter concert!
10869806 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
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The Most Wonderful Time of the Year—arr.
Paul Murtha. Composed in 1963 and initially
recorded by Andy Williams, this holiday favorite
has remained immensely popular through the
years and has been recorded by countless artists.
Treated here in a light jazz waltz style, this chart for
developing players adds a nice festive touch to any
holiday or winter concert. Highly recommended!
10523758 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
O Holy Night—Adolphe Adam/arr. Haley Woodrow.
Haley Woodrow's fresh take on the classic O Holy
Night is sure to be a favorite for your holiday concerts!
Set in 6/8 time with an intriguing ostinato that grows
into a full ensemble statement of the chorus, this one
is sure to get your holiday audiences in the spirit! It
features your lead trumpet or flugelhorn player with
an accessible and written solo throughout, but also
gives every section a turn with the melody. A creative,
fresh, and wonderful chart from an up-and-coming
writer. Highly recommended!
10882820 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
4 O Little Town of Bethlehem—arr. Jim Mahaffey.
Starting out with an eloquent brass chorale,
this tender arrangement of the holiday standard
features some nice moments including a climactic
lead trumpet soaring above the band. There are
short written solos on the melody for the trumpet
and alto sax paired with some nice dynamic writing.
This is a great treatment of a holiday classic that is
original and effective.
11202585 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
O Swingin' Town of Bethlehem—Larry Neeck.
Wow, this upbeat, swinging arrangement checks all
the boxes! The jazzy statement of the tune features
hip unison lines with some punchy ensemble
support. Modest solo changes or written solos
will encourage your budding improvisers. The
change-of-pace middle section is established by
the insistent tom-tom rhythm (sleighbells included!)
while the band builds up the riffs to the restatement
of the theme and a powerful climax. This unique
arrangement of this classic carol will get toes
tapping and hands clapping with holiday spirit!
11206972 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Santa's Crazy Dance Party—arr. Erik Sherburne.
Santa loves to spread the Christmas cheer! This
chart is a medley of familiar Christmas tunes all
done up in four distinctive dance formats. Whether
it's disco dancing with the jingle bell reindeer,
waltzing on a housetop, showing how jolly he is
with his samba moves, or a kick-line with the whole
North Pole crew, Santa's dance party has something
for every Christmas-loving dancing machine. This
chart is written to give each section a chance to
play the melody, with rhythm section parts fully
notated and a big-time Christmas finish that's sure
to please a festive audience. There are no solos, and
it's playable with optional reduced instrumentation.
Great fun, and highly recommended!
11002317 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
l Silent Night—arr. Tim Waters. This easy jazz-rock
ballad takes a nice eloquent twist on the holiday
standard with just the right amount of subtle
funkiness to keep things exciting. With beautiful
counterlines in the saxophones and a short written
trumpet solo on the melody, you will charm your
audience with this cool Christmas classic!
11202588 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
CHRISTMAS
COMBO CHARTS
Flexible instrumentations, familiar carols and
clever arrangements make these especially useful
during the holiday season!
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 Instrumentation). . . ME 40.00
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 Instrumentation) ME 40.00
4 First Funky Noel (Flexible Instrumentation)—
Erik Sherburne/arr. Bob Turner. This funky version of the
holiday favorite The First Noel, with its unique treatment
of a holiday standard, is accessible to younger jazz
ensembles. Flexible instrumentation charts are written
for up to six horns and allow for the band director to mix
and match the horn section to the instrumentation that is
available. Fifteen individual parts are included.
11206064 Combo Flexible Instrumentation . ME 50.00
Good King What's His Name (Good King Wenceslas)
—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 Instrumentation) . .M 45.00
H 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
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
B-flat, E-flat, and 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 Instrumentation). . . 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 Instrumentation) . .M 18.00
Tannenbaum (O Christmas Tree)—arr. Bob Turner.
Tannenbaum is a small-group holiday swing chart based
on O Christmas Tree and features a written or improvised
alto sax solo in the solo section. Reminiscent of a 1940s
swinger, it also features a soft-shoe section at the
beginning and end. Additionally, the drummer can do
some fills that alternate with the ensemble. Mix and match
the winds with the completely flexible instrumentation
to achieve a unique sound or to complement available
instruments. You might also want to check out the big-
band version (Pepper number 10666500). Great small
group repertoire for the holidays!
10999508 Combo (Flexible Instrumentation). . . ME 45.00
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 Instrumentation). . . ME 35.00
