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Christmas & Holiday Selections | Very Easy / Easy
Mechanical Monsters Mech the Halls!—
Randall Standridge. The Mechanical
Monsters return in an explosive holiday
crossover with Santa the Barbarian! Fueled
by a frenzy of minor-mode carols including
Deck the Halls; Jingle Bells; Up on the
Housetop and Dance of the Sugar Plum
Fairy, this delightfully demented sequel
continues the saga of seasonal mayhem.
Combining the mechanical madness of
the original with Santa's twisted workshop
energy, this piece features quirky
percussion, mechanical effects, and just
the right amount of chromatic chaos. Add
a narration opportunity for an administrator
or other school star, and you've got the
blueprint for a holiday hit!
11622909 Band Set & Score . . VE 60.00
Merry Wayfaring Stranger—arr. Tyler
Arcari. A unique and fresh medley of the
popular Christmas favorites The Poor
Wayfaring Stranger; Patapan and Good Rest
Ye Merry, Gentlemen scored to tell a story of
a hero on an epic and reflective journey, all
while being accessible to beginners.
11501974 Band Set & Score . . VE 60.00
O Come, Emmanuel—arr. Angelo Kortyka.
In this Grade 1 arrangement, the second
clarinet does not go over the break, and
most parts lie within the range of a sixth.
Percussion is minimal and well within the
grade level, making this an excellent choice
for a first holiday concert.
11624068 Band Set & Score . . VE 45.00
Santa the Barbarian—Randall D.
Standridge. The jolly old elf from the
North Pole gets an aggressive makeover
in this wonderfully tongue-in-cheek work
for young band. Beginning with a movie-
trailer narration, Santa is reimagined as a
warrior from the winter wastes as Up on
the Housetop; Jingle Bells and Jolly Old St.
Nicholas are given a barbaric twist. Sure to
be the hit of your next winter concert!
11349004 Band Set & Score . . VE 50.00
Santa: Trapped in the Looking Glass!—
Laura Estes. This clever and imaginative
work depicts Santa having quite a
frustrating night! While delivering gifts, he is
somehow trapped inside a mirror and can't
get out. Chock-full of clever effects, this
fun and inspiring piece will be a favorite of
musicians and audiences alike!
11561989 Band Set & Score . . VE 55.00
Secret Agent Sugar Plum—P.I. Tchai-
kovsky/arr. Scott Watson. This clever
arrangement fuses themes from Dance
of the Sugar Plum Fairy with well-known
classic spy music idioms. Set to a driving
rock beat, this is sure to be a band and
audience favorite to play... while solving
your holiday capers!
10515908 Band Set & Score . . VE 52.00
Snow Day Jubilation—John M. Pasternak.
Playful energy and quick stylistic shifts capture
the excitement of an unexpected snow day
in this very easy concert band setting. Light
staccato passages, exposed legato writing,
and full-ensemble moments rotate frequently,
keeping textures fresh and engaging. Hand-
clapping adds an engaging element, while
trading eighth notes across the ensemble
reinforces counting accuracy and part
independence in a fun, accessible way.
11677919 Band Set & Score . . VE 55.00
Ten Carols in Two Minutes—arr. Timothy
Loest. Celebrate the holiday season with this
delightful collection of cherished carols. Your
audience will love familiar favorites such as
Deck the Hall; Good King Wenceslas; Parade
of the Wooden Soldiers; Auld Lang Syne
and more! With a consistent key signature
and tempo plus seamless transitions, this
medley is perfect for creating a polished and
festive holiday concert experience.
11623500 Band Set & Score . . VE 58.00
Three Miniature Nutcrackers—arr. Michael
Story. "The Nutcracker" is one of the
most popular ballets and contains some
of the best-loved Christmas music. This
suite of three short movements scored
especially for beginners includes March;
Dance of the Reed Flutes and Russian
Dance (Trepak). The movements can be
performed individually or together. A superb
transcription for programming during the
holidays or any time of the year.
10601520 Band Set & Score . . VE 56.00
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 re-created 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 . . VE 60.00
Winter Song—Kenley Kristofferson. The
feeling of a gentle snowfall sets the scene for
this Grade 1 lyrical waltz for band designed
to introduce 3/4 meter to elementary
players. Flowing melodies pass through
the ensemble with exposed moments
that encourage tone, breath control, and
balance. Active percussion adds thoughtful
color while keeping all players engaged.
A thoughtful winter concert choice to
help young players develop expressive
confidence and calm musical focus.
11678247 Band Set & Score . . VE 60.00
Christmas &
Holiday Selections
Easy
The 3-Minute Nutcracker—P.I. Tchai-
kovsky/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 . . . E 65.00
African Bell Carol (Percussion Section
Feature)—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. The beloved
Ukrainian Bell Carol is dressed 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 . . . E 65.00
African Noel (Flex Band)—arr. Johnnie
Vinson. Scored for second-year players
and utilizing the four-part flexible format,
this setting uses a tuneful melody and
characteristic percussion writing to provide
a truly unique holiday offering.
11517317 Band Set & Score . . . E 50.00
Agent Claus—Bryce Newton. This thrilling
holiday romp turns Santa into a secret agent
on a top-secret mission to save Christmas.
Sneaky spy motifs, bold melodies, and a
ticking-clock countdown fuel the excitement,
blending cinematic suspense with festive
fun. Packed with character and momentum,
the music delivers holiday magic with a twist
that keeps young bands energized and
audiences entertained from start to finish.
11686721 Band Set & Score . . . E 58.00
All I Want for Christmas Is You (Flex
Band)—Mariah Carey & Walter Afanasieff/
arr. Michael Brown. Cowritten and recorded
by Mariah Carey in 1994, this familiar tune
has become a perennial holiday favorite.
Scored for flexible instrumentation, this
appealing arrangement features the
moderate swing style of the original
following the opening rubato section. Easy
to learn and sure to brighten up any concert.
11571748 Band Set & Score . . . E 65.00
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 . . . . . . . .E-ME 63.00
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 . . . E 75.00
Arctic Blast!—Rob Grice. An arctic blast
is a frigid air mass that gusts forcefully,
making winter travel almost impossible –
take your audience on a chilling ride through
this extreme weather event! Your students
will enjoy preparing and performing this
powerful programmatic selection.
11523297 Band Set & Score . . . E 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. You'll want to make this an important
part of your performance library.
2482231 Band Set & Score . . . E 60.00
Bell Carol Rock (Flexible Instrumentation)
—Mykola D. Leontovych/arr. Ryan Fraley.
Rock out with this hip version of Ukrainian Bell
Carol that has been rearranged for flexible
ensemble! Modern harmonies, great use of
mallet instruments, and optional drum set all
combine to make this a true showstopper!
Incredibly colorful writing for developing
bands – a modern twist on a classic!
11399634 Band Set & Score . . . E 55.00
Betelehemu—arr. Michael Brown. Add
an international flavor to your next winter
concert with this inventive setting of this
Nigerian Christmas song. The piece opens
with a beautiful slow melody accompanied
by an underlying rhythmic pulse. The
second half is an exuberant celebration
in a faster tempo, complete with African
drumming and joyous full-band refrains.
11571734 Band Set & Score . . . E 65.00
Buckets Full of Christmas Joy (Flexible
Instrumentation)—arr. Larry Clark.
Feature your percussion section on found
instruments such as paint cans, metal
trashcans, and metal pipes with this
fun, Latin-influenced mashup of holiday
favorites. All sections have an opportunity
to shine on the melody, and some creative
rhythmic tricks will have the players and
audience moving in their seats.
11576709 Band Set & Score . . . E 70.00
Calypso Jingle—James Pierpont/arr.
Anthony Susi. The calypso style gives
new flair to this easy band arrangement
of Jingle Bells featuring light syncopation
and colorful percussion using claves,
agogo bells, sleigh bells, shaker, and
more. Brief quotes from Deck the Halls
and Up on the Housetop add playful
surprises at the end. The short length and
accessible writing make it quick to prepare
for young groups. A fun winter concert
choice that introduces a fun ensemble
groove with familiar holiday melodies.
11680181 Band Set & Score . . . E 65.00
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