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CHRISTMAS & HOLIDAY very easy / easy
Waltz of the Carols—arr. Sean O'Loughlin.
Introduce your students to 3/4 time with this
clever mashup of Christmas carols, including
Deck the Halls; Jingle Bells and Joy to the World in
waltz style. Each section gets a turn to shine with
the melody. This will definitely be a memorable
experience at your next holiday concert! This flexible
arrangement is highly adaptable - all of the parts
can be played by most instruments, providing you
as the director maximum versatility.
11220578 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .60.00
l We Waltz You a Merry Christmas—arr. Brian
Bankston. Here is a clever arrangement of a well-
known holiday classic. Each section of music is
skillfully orchestrated to present contrasting small
and large ensemble moments. With very limited
technical demands, this is a tool to teach style,
balance, and intonation to your young musicians
and is a perfect addition to any holiday concert.
11355436 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Welcome Christmas—arr. Douglas E. Wagner.
How the Grinch Stole Christmas, the animated
television adaptation of the Dr. Seuss classic,
has become standard viewing for children of all
ages. The joyous sounds rising from Whoville,
with its undaunted residents affirming the deeper
meaning of the season, are recreated in this solid
arrangement for beginning players. The imaginative
musical score, together with an endearing cast of
characters, is part of America's Christmas tradition.
10348649 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .56.00
Christmas &
Holiday Selections
Easy
The 3-Minute Nutcracker—P.I. Tchaikovsky/arr.
Lloyd Conley. Here are all your favorite "Nutcracker"
themes rolled into a clever, lighthearted medley. For
added excitement, appoint an official timekeeper to
track your progress as the band frantically races to
finish under three minutes.
10098019 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .55.00
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African Bell Carol—arr. Robert W. Smith. If you're
looking for a completely fresh sound for your holiday
concert, don't miss this fascinating work! Your
percussion section will love all the action they get on
this truly unique holiday setting. Robert has taken
the beloved Ukrainian Bell Carol and dressed it up
with African percussion effects to deliver a wonderful
holiday selection you'll want to program year after
year. It's a real treat for the ears! Impressive!
2700105 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .62.00
All I Want for Christmas Is You—Mariah Carey
& Walter Afanasieff/arr. Michael Brown. The pop hit
from 1994 recorded by Mariah Carey continues to
be a holiday favorite year after year. Starting with a
moderate tempo and lyrical introduction, this very
effective arrangement for young bands moves into
an upbeat swing style with nice variety in scoring
textures and dynamics.
10530798 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .55.00
All Is Calm—arr. Robert W. Smith. The cherished
carol Silent Night is found here in a serene, slightly
contemporary setting that is in a word, magnificent.
The delicate, soothing lines are a seamless match
to the understated elegance of the carol. Allowing
for great flexibility in performance, solo parts are
offered for any member of the band. While not
difficult technically, the inherent musicality in this
work makes it worthy of your serious consideration.
Highly recommended.
2472318 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .62.00
Angels in the Bleak Midwinter—Gustav Holst/
arr. Clark. In this gorgeous holiday medley, your
students will get to play not only Holst's hauntingly
lovely In the Bleak Midwinter, but also the joyous
Angels We Have Heard on High. This is the perfect
piece to end your holiday concert with a feeling of
warmth and joy.
10279541 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .60.00
Believe—arr. Michael Story. One of the most
memorable selections from "The Polar Express."
This beautiful ballad will make a touching program
addition throughout the year. And you'll want to make
this an important part of your performance library.
2482231 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .56.00
Bell Carol Rock—arr. Ryan Fraley. Take a time-
honored Christmas song, the style of Mannheim
Steamroller, a horn riff from Chicago, the rock
flair of Green Day, mix them together and you
get a really cool version of Carol of the Bells.
This rockin' arrangement will really liven up any
holiday concert and have the crowd humming it
through the whole season!
10091617 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .50.00
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Bobsled Run—Lloyd Conley/arr. Clarence E.
Barber. This work vividly captures the feel of the
cold wind in your face as you careen down the
bobsled course. The magic of winter is evident in
this captivating work, with some mild technical
challenges such as repetitive eighth-note patterns
for all sections. An excellent choice for the holiday
concert, but you can program this work at any time of
the year. Take a ride with this flexible arrangement!
11355470E Band Set & Score ePrint . . . . .40.00
Canon for Christmas—Larry Clark. A terrific
blending of classical and seasonal that will be
the hit of the holidays. The famous Canon in D
by Johann Pachelbel is combined with popular
Christmas carols for a wonderful presentation that
brings together the best of both worlds. A very
special musical gift for all!
10521876 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .60.00
Canon Noel—arr. Nathan Hervey. Two beloved
melodies, The First Noel and Pachelbel Canon,
are combined in this exceptional piece of holiday
programming. Blending traditional seasonal and
classical themes, it brings the best of these
two worlds together in a highly successful
combination that will surely stand out on
holiday programs.
11207375 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .54.00
Carol for Coventry—Robert W. Smith. This
powerful rendition of the Coventry Carol brings the
1940 cathedral setting to life with a powerful and
dramatic opening statement and a flowing, lyrical
setting of the classic carol. With its dark introduction
and countermelody, this is a very dramatic choice
for your holiday program! Exceptional!
11206908 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .49.00
l Carol of the Bells—Mykola Leontovich/arr. Carol
Brittin Chambers. This fun, fresh, and flexible
arrangement of a beloved holiday classic can be
played with as few as five wind or string players!
The recognizable motifs are passed around the
ensemble, giving everyone something interesting
to play. Energetic grooves are incorporated with
the bass line and percussion as well as a new B
section melody that adds extra technique and a
fresh sound. Students and audiences will love
this fresh take on the classic in your next holiday
concert, and educators will love the attention to
pedagogical details. Use this piece to introduce
or reinforce steady pulse in a driving 3/4 meter,
definition of ostinato, accidentals (minimal), and
syncopated feel (minimal).
11335577 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .55.00
H Carol of the Bells—arr. Andrew Balent. Peter
Wilhousky's popular setting of this Ukrainian
carol will surely delight every audience. The brisk
and driving tempo adds to the festive nature and
excitement of this piece. A great selection for the
holiday season!
2150498 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .60.00
Carol of the Bells—Peter Wilhousky/arr. Carl
Strommen. A four-measure triangle solo sets the
pulse and mood of this popular seasonal piece.
Light and flowing, the familiar melody floats lightly
throughout, supported by sparkling percussion.
After peaking dynamically, the work gradually
fades, ending quietly as it began.
10457028 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .70.00
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A Cartoon Christmas—arr. Michael Story. Yes!
Your favorite holiday cartoon music wrapped up in
a sparkling, light-hearted medley perfect for that
first concert of the year! It's amazing how much
these timeless "toons" have become woven into the
lore of the holiday season. Included are: Frosty The
Snowman; Christmas Time Is Here (from "A Charlie
Brown Christmas") and Rudolph, The Red-Nosed
Reindeer. It's a perfect way to bring a smile to every
child in the audience, young and old alike!
2700149 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .62.00
Celebrate the Season—Matt Conaway. The
opening notes of this vibrant holiday fanfare will
have your holiday concert sparkling! The melody of
Joy to the World is taken though a flurry of styles
and sounds that build to an exhilarating conclusion
to ring in the holidays with a flourish!
10459033 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .48.00
The Chipmunk Song—arr. Ted Ricketts. "Alvin!"
Your audience will instantly recognize this tune
made famous by those fun-loving furry cartoon
friends, "The Chipmunks!" And, this creative setting
has a new twist! It opens with the familiar waltz
melody, then things get interesting as your band
breaks out kazoos and cuts loose! It's easy to learn,
and it will certainly give everyone a reason to smile!
2701384 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Christmas Bells and Brass—arr. Larry Neeck.
Get everyone into the holiday spirit with this
unique and very playable work! Carols included
are O Come, All Ye Faithful; Deck the Halls; Silent
Night and Jingle Bells. You'll find this special
edition is perfect for ensembles with incomplete
or nontraditional instrumentations, making it an
excellent holiday choice for groups of all sizes.
10908399 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .55.00
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A Christmas Canon—arr. Michael Green.
This is unusually nice! Combining the famous
Pachelbel Canon with the festive carol The First
Noel, this clever treatment provides a very playable
arrangement with lots of class!
2244358 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Christmas Celebration on "Military Escort"—
Harold Bennett/arr. Douglas E. Wagner. This
rousing march from the pen of this prolific
composer makes the perfect basis for a fun
holiday setting. Four cherished Christmas tunes
are seamlessly interwoven with the famed Military
Escort in a clever and innovative presentation, all in
a traditional and stylish march form.
11001304 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .57.00
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Christmas Festival—Leroy Anderson/arr. R.
Smith. This classic holiday treasure can now be
performed successfully by younger players. Robert
W. Smith has carefully removed challenging key
signatures and complex rhythms while keeping all
the charming melodies from the original. A holiday
programming "must-have!"
10032864 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .67.00
A Christmas Festival—arr. Jason Scott. Here is
a real treat for the holidays! Highlights from Leroy
Anderson's classic holiday overture have been
carefully scored for younger players. This is sure
to be a must-have on your young bands' holiday
programs for years to come, requiring a minimum
of rehearsal time for maximum audience appeal.
11205850 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .57.00
Christmas Grace—arr. Larry Clark. Intertwining
folk songs and Christmas carols gives this piece
a unique voice! Great for expressive playing, this
work includes Silent Night; Away in a Manger;
Greensleeves and Amazing Grace. This piece will
be a certain winner with such a line-up of well-
known tunes!
11198512 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .55.00
H Christmas Time with Charlie Brown—Vince
Guaraldi/arr. John Moss. The Peanuts gang has
become a holiday institution, thanks in large part
to the wonderful music of Vince Guaraldi. Here,
John Moss arranges three of the most beloved
tunes for your young band, Christmas Time Is
Here; Linus and Lucy and O Tannenbaum. Filled
with the lush harmonies and catchy rhythms, this
is sure to become a holiday tradition with your
band! Highly recommended!
2470772 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .60.00
l Cinematic Jingle Bells—arr. Daniel Fullman.
This cinematic arrangement is a fun new
version that mixes in some of the musical
chord progressions that define Hollywood of a
previous era. This arrangement offers limited
ranges and plenty of unison parts to help your
young ensemble sound great at your next
holiday concert.
11341554 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .50.00
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Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus—Chris
Sharp. This beautiful setting of the popular
hymn tune Hyfrydol is perfect for bands of many
experience levels. Its flowing melody and lush
accompaniments will create a reflective mood and
serve as a sensitive change of pace for your holiday
program. It is a great opportunity to reinforce lyrical
chorale playing.
11349007 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy—Tchaikovsky/
arr. Robert W. Smith & Michael Story. A holiday
treasure for your developing band! Join in the
celebration of music and dance with this classic
theme from "The Nutcracker." Written to be
performed by bands in the middle of the second
year of instruction.
10031465 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .56.00
BEST
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Christmas and Holiday
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Buy with confidence! These works, listed in
order of their popularity, are chosen most often
by directors.
A Minor Holiday Celebration—
arr. Robert W. Smith.
11100262 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
All I Want for Christmas Is You—
Mariah Carey & Walter Afanasieff/
arr. Michael Brown.
10530798 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Santa on Parade—arr. Gene Milford.
10908096 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
Sleigh Ride—Leroy Anderson/Story.
2418473 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62.00
Ukrainian Bell Carol (Flex Band)—
arr. Richard L. Saucedo.
10921954 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
African Bell Carol (Percussion Section
Feature)—arr. Robert W. Smith.
2700105 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62.00
Christmas Festival—
Leroy Anderson/arr. R. Smith.
10032864 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67.00
Snowfall—Chris Bernotas.
10739113 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Veni, Veni Emmanuel—
Michael John Trotta/arr. James Meredith.
10908126 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
A Winter Celebration—arr. Michael Story.
10601472 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62.00
