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CHRISTMAS & HOLIDAY medium & medium-advanced
Christmas at the Movies—arr. Bob Krogstad.
Music from six classic holiday films is included
in this impressive concert medley for orchestra,
recalling some of the most memorable songs
and themes. Included are: Somewhere in My
Memory (from "Home Alone"), How the Grinch
Stole Christmas; Miracle on 34th Street; The
Polar Express; A Christmas Story and The
Nightmare Before Christmas.
10016068 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 85.00
Christmas Eve/Sarajevo 12/24—Paul O'Neill
& Robert Kinkell/arr. Bob Phillips. This
thought-provoking medley of Christmas tunes
describes a lone cellist playing Christmas
carols in the midst of the Bosnian war,
reflecting power, drama, and hope. Includes
a rock rhythm section.
10436322 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 80.00
A Christmas Festival—Leroy Anderson.
Here is Anderson's original full-length version,
transcribed from the handwritten score as
recorded by the Boston Pops. Following
its premier in 1950, this fabulous overture
was abbreviated by the composer prior to
publication. Built upon traditional Christmas
songs beginning with Joy to the World and
ending with Jingle Bells and O Come All Ye
Faithful, this will be a sure winner!
10066870 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 80.00
A Christmas Festival—arr. Leroy Anderson.
A traditional Christmas favorite which includes:
Joy to the World; Deck the Halls; Silent Night;
Jingle Bells and other Christmas songs.
Recorded on the CD Fennell Conducts
Anderson and Coates - #5562475.
129601 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 73.00
A Christmas Festival (Highlights)—Leroy
Anderson/arr. Story. Approximately half
the duration of the original at just under
five minutes, this arrangement is scored for
intermediate-level full orchestra; however, it
is also completely playable by string orchestra
alone, or with any number of added winds or
percussion. Featured are: Joy to the World;
Good King Wenceslas; Hark! The Herald
Angels Sing; Silent Night; Jingle Bells and O
Come, All Ye Faithful. Flexibility and brevity
make it a top choice! Highly recommended!
10280158 String or Full Orchestra M 65.00
Dreams of Fireflies (On a Christmas
Night)—Paul O'Neill/arr. Bob Phillips. "For
the night is God's cathedral" and the stars
visit in "dreams of fireflies." Let Trans-Siberian
Orchestra add a bit of spice to your full
orchestra holiday concert. This piece will be
greatly enhanced by adding a rhythm section
and electric instruments.
10563854 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 72.00
Elizabethan Carol—Arthur H. Brown/arr.
Albert O. Davis. This charming and harmonious
arrangement from Albert Oliver Davis is a
wonderful choice for a holiday concert. Solidly
in the medium grade of difficulty, it remains in
the key of G throughout. When Christ Was
Born of Mary Free was probably composed
in 1859 and appeared in the 1916 hymnal
approved by the United States Episcopal
Church and in Christmas Carols New and Old
(1870, 1871, and 1878). It was printed in at
least seven hymnals over the years. The lyrics
are from a traditional carol taken from a 15th-
century Harleian manuscript.
11408728 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 75.00
Fantasia on We Three Kings—Brian
Balmages. This feature-length work is the
perfect way to integrate serious concert
music with the rest of your winter program. A
significant amount of original material weaves
around the familiar carol We Three Kings. From
the impressionistic opening to the powerful,
dramatic conclusion, this work covers the full
gamut of textures and emotions. Amazing!
10366815 Full Orchestra . . . . . . MA 95.00
A Festive Fanfare—Brian Balmages. This
powerful and driving overture is the perfect
way to kick off your holiday program! Featuring
a mix of original themes and holiday favorites,
this work does not sound like a medley; rather, it
is symphonic in nature while featuring snippets
of holiday favorites that span from lyrical to
soaring. Perfect for high school or professional
orchestras looking for a spectacular winter
concert opener.
10879735 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 80.00
God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen—arr. Albert
O. Davis. The traditional English carol God
Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen is one of the oldest
extant carols, sung at least as early as the
16th century. This highly original adaptation
will make a welcome and unique addition to
your holiday program. The keys of G and D are
string friendly, and the technical demands are
very reasonable.
11408730 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 75.00
Greensleeves—arr. Matt Riley. Part of Matt
Riley's Epic Christmas Series. Featuring
solos for piano, advanced violin, and cello,
this mysterious and beautifully orchestrated
arrangement will be the highlight of your
holiday concert.
11167917 Full Orchestra . . . . . MA 349.00
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas—
arr. John Whitney. This is a marvelous
holiday selection for better orchestras! Lush
harmonies are combined with all the colors of
the full orchestra in a creative arrangement that
should be in the book of community orchestras
everywhere. You're guaranteed to build
holiday spirit with this superb selection!
2440964 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 75.00
A Mad Russian's Christmas—Paul O'Neill,
Robert Kinkel & P.I. Tchaikovsky/arr. Bob
Phillips. As performed in the fabulous Trans-
Siberian Orchestra live concert, experience
Trepak from "The Nutcracker" as you never
have before in this full orchestra setting. An
optional electric violin part provides the perfect
spot to feature an electric instrument.
10500915 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 80.00
A Most Wonderful Christmas—arr. Robert
Sheldon. Join the band and orchestra together
with this great medley for full orchestra! Winter
Wonderland, I'll be Home for Christmas, Santa
Claus is Comin' to Town, Have Yourself
a Merry Little Christmas and It's the Most
Wonderful Time of the Year are featured in
this tasteful arrangement. Solo opportunities
abound and are cross-cued to allow your best
players to shine, while the swing sections and
jazz-inspired ballads will have your audience
tapping their feet and singing these tunes long
after the concert is over.
10050329 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 80.00
Nutcracker Ballet, Set 1 (Dance of the Sugar
Plum Fairy and Waltz of the Flowers)—P.I.
Tchaikovsky/arr. Merle Isaac. For decades, the
skilled arranging of the late Merle Isaac made
great works playable by developing orchestras.
Here he presents the beloved "Nutcracker" in
two sets that sound like the originals. Feature a
good pianist in Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy.
Show off the entire orchestra in Waltz of the
Flowers. Perform as is or make your own suite
with the addition of Set 2 (Pepper #2041903).
2041911 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 73.00
Nutcracker Ballet, Set 2 (March of the
Nutcracker and Trepak)—P.I. Tchaikovsky/
arr. Merle Isaac. This second set features two of
the most well-known holiday favorites of all time:
March of the Nutcracker and Trepak. As always,
Merle Isaac remained as true to the originals as
possible. Playable alone or with Set 1 as a suite
(Pepper #2041911). Trepak makes a fantastic
finish to your holiday concert! Wonderful music!
2041903 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 69.00
O Holy Night—arr. Calvin Custer. Without
doubt, a stunning arrangement! After presenting
an absolutely gorgeous introduction, Calvin
Custer orchestrates this timeless melody with
a musicality that rises to the abilities of the best
orchestras, yet it stays technically within the
grasp of the high school ensemble.
2399418 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 75.00
Patapan—Kurt Heinecke. This sprightly
arrangement of the well-known French carol
imagines shepherds playing their instruments
as they celebrate news of a baby born in
Bethlehem. What begins as whispers from
the flute and drum grow as word spreads
and a fugue-like melody bounces between
instruments. The song builds to a powerful
climax as the shepherds gather and march
down from their pastures together.
11401006 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 85.00
The Polar Express (Concert Suite)—arr.
Jerry Brubaker. The blockbuster Alan Silvestri
and Glen Ballard film score to "The Polar
Express" will be a thrilling addition to your
winter program. The medley contains: Believe;
The Polar Express; When Christmas Comes to
Town and Spirit of the Season. This is as close
as you'll get to the actual film score. Don't let
this one leave the station without you!
2479946 Full Orchestra . . . . . . MA 90.00
Sleigh Ride—Leroy Anderson. This perennial
favorite, composed during a severe heat wave
in the summer of 1950, has been a fixture with
holiday concerts for more than half a century.
Leroy Anderson's orchestral masterpiece is still
superb holiday programming!
133207 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 73.00
Star of Wonder Medley—arr. Cliff Duren. If
you are looking for an over-the-top medley of
Christmas carols that will lift the roof of your
concert hall or worship space, take a close
look at this sweeping arrangement scored for
symphonic forces and active rhythm section.
Cliff Duren really conceives this in the style
of the symphonic rock sensations such as
TSO or Mannheim Steamroller. An epic
setting to celebrate an earth-changing event,
the overture includes: God Rest Ye Merry
Gentlemen; We Three Kings and How Great
Our Joy.
10279053 Full Orchestra
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Stille Nacht—arr. Chip Davis & Calvin Custer.
This is an absolutely gorgeous transcription of
Mannheim Steamroller's version of Silent Night
from their tremendously successful Christmas
album release. It is scored for full orchestra,
and piano is integral for performance.
2210268 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 50.00
Ukrainian Bell Carol—arr. Kurt Heinecke.
This setting is the perfect arrangement to
inspire hope this holiday season and to
acknowledge the spirit of the Ukrainian
people. The piece opens with solo piano
stating a haunting four-note motif derived
from a Ukrainian folk song. Featuring the
piano throughout, the ever-popular carol
develops and grows to a powerful climax.
Appropriate for high school, university, and
professional orchestras, it is also the perfect
showstopper for your holiday concert.
11524062 Full Orchestra . . . . . MA 120.00
A Vaughan Williams Christmas—arr.
Douglas Wagner. This merry medley gathers
three carols that have been arranged/
harmonized by Vaughan Williams. You'll
recognize his unique sound right away on
Forest Green (O Little Town of Bethlehem);
Wassail Song and Sussex Carol. This is
playable by string or full orchestra, and will
make a great addition to any holiday program!
2475193 String or
Full Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 65.00
Wizards in Winter—Paul O'Neill & Robert
Kinkel/arr. Bob Phillips. The best-selling string
arrangement of this piece is now available for
full orchestra. Let it soar and play it large!
10436331 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 75.00
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