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Order Toll Free! Call 1.800.345.6296 | jwpepper.com | [email protected] 5 Concert Band | Very Easy Candy Cane Lane—Robert Buckley. Written with a festive flair and tuneful melody, here is a marvelous holiday piece for beginning players. Featuring modest ranges and easy rhythms, this is quick to learn and fun to play. Eighth notes are used in the melody, but no syncopation. 11517331 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . VE 50.00 11648783 Band Set & Score with Digital Part Downloads. . . . VE 50.00 Carol of the Bells—arr. Larry Clark. If you ever wanted your elementary band to perform this beloved Christmas carol, but couldn't find one to suit their abilities, this amazing arrangement will change that! Using six notes and easy rhythms, the essence of the original is maintained. God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen is combined with the Carol of the Bells melody for a simply stunning piece. An absolute must-have for your next holiday concert! 10012882 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . VE 55.00 Christmas in the Key of Cheer—arr. Tyler Arcari. Upbeat energy and cheerful drive shape this concert band holiday setting that combines Angels We Have Heard on High and Up on the Housetop. Rock-style rhythms and grooves support a mix of accents, staccatos, and slurs that create clear teaching moments, while a brief touch of chromaticism adds interest near the close. A fun clapping section encourages audience participation, and featured melody lines for all instruments add color and confidence for young ensembles. 11677819 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . VE 55.00 Christmas in the New World—arr. Alexandre Carlin. This joyful holiday feature blends the familiar Jingle Bells with themes from Dvořák's "New World" Symphony, reimagined in a bright major key. The clever mashup is festive, playful, and full of surprise, giving young players approachable material that still sparkles. Lighthearted and engaging, it delivers instant seasonal charm while letting beginners shine and audiences smile all the way through. 11686727 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . VE 58.00 Christmas Time Is Here (from "A Charlie Brown Christmas")—arr. Michael Sweeney. From the popular animated TV special comes this marvelous tune that works surprisingly well for bands at the very-easy level! The familiar song brings back memories of Snoopy, Charlie Brown, and the gang. It's sure to be recognized and enjoyed by all! 2701392 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . VE 55.00 The Christmas Waltz—Jule Styne/arr. Douglas E. Wagner. A beloved holiday classic, this easy- to-play arrangement is perfect for ringing in the holiday season. The highly successful songwriting team of Jule Styne and Sammy Cahn brought this wonderful music to life, and now it is ready to share with your youngest musicians. Sure to inspire plenty of cheer! 11616390 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . VE 55.00 Dancing Snowflakes (based on Minuet, Op. 36, No. 1)—Amy Beach/arr. Jack Wilds. An arrangement for concert band based on Amy Beach's Minuet from "Children's Album, Op. 36" for piano. In keeping with the music-box-like quality of the original melody and harmony, this cheerful theme has been reimagined as a winter- themed selection with the addition of percussion such as sleigh bells, triangle, wind chimes, and tambourine to bring out the light playfulness of childhood coupled with a little wintery magic. 11687447 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . VE 60.00 Diary of a Grumpy Elf—Timothy Loest. 'Twas the week before Christmas and Leon, a disgruntled elf who has just started working in Santa's workshop, is writing journal entries about each difficult day. The band replies with a humorously arranged Christmas carol that provides a snapshot of all the unfortunate events taking place, from wooden soldiers who break rank and fight to defective reindeer harnesses that come with cowbells. But in the end, Leon realizes that his work is important and that being a Christmas elf has its rewards. Perfect to feature an administrator or teacher as narrator. Simply delightful! 10279371 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . VE 45.00 Elves That Rock (Good King Wenceslas; I Saw Three Ships)—arr. Carol Brittin Chambers. Band students rock, and so do elves! Enjoy a blues- inspired Christmastime pairing of Good King Wenceslas and I Saw Three Ships. 11615041 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . VE 55.00 Fanfare for the Faithful (based on Adeste Fideles - Flexible Band)—arr. Michael Kamuf. With an opening fanfare motif based on melodic fragments of the familiar melody, this flex setting of the Adeste Fideles tune puts a fresh spin on the beloved classic. The concepts of phrasing, dynamics, and style are reinforced, making this a solid programming choice as an opening or closing selection for your next holiday concert. (1:40) 11568632 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . VE 60.00 A Festive Fanfare—Brian Balmages. Kick off your holiday program with this powerful and festive overture that's an outstanding concert opener. Featuring a mix of original themes and snippets of holiday favorites from lyrical to emphatic, this work does not sound like a medley but an echoing fanfare. 10758179 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . VE 60.00 A Festive Finale—Brian Balmages. This thrilling closing number pairs perfectly with A Festive Fanfare and brings your elementary band holiday program full circle. Loosely based on opening notes of the fanfare, this thrilling and energetic seasonal closer is a great way to tie your entire program together and end in a truly festive fashion. 11002165 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . VE 60.00 First Winter's Breath—Tyler Grant. Quiet wonder and gentle anticipation inspired by the first breath of cold winter air in a changing season shape this lyrical work for young band. Soft melodies unfold over lush harmonies, encouraging expressive, connected playing throughout the ensemble. Subtle touches of Lydian color add warmth and lightness, drawing listeners in without breaking the calm. Reflective and charming, the music captures winter's arrival with grace, intimacy, and a sense of stillness that invites careful listening and expressive nuance. 11682904 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . VE 65.00 Hearth—Matt Neufeld. Warmth and beauty radiate from this beautiful piece. Lyrical and lush, this work for young ensembles includes melodic lines and gorgeous harmony to create a feeling of comfort and belonging. With active parts for percussion and clever use of paper bags to create a crackling fire sound effect, this piece is an excellent vehicle to teach phrasing, dynamics, and shaping. An excellent selection for your next festival or concert performance. 11577560 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . VE 55.00 Holiday Wish (A Christmas Fanfare)—arr. Randall Standridge. Bursting with festive energy and cinematic flair, this vibrant piece for young and developing bands weaves together beloved holiday melodies including We Wish You a Merry Christmas; Good King Wenceslas; Silent Night; Jingle Bells; Deck the Halls and Gloria in excelsis Deo in clever and unexpected ways. Equally effective as a concert opener or closer, this joyful fanfare brings sparkle, warmth, and a touch of holiday magic to any performance. 11622912 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . VE 60.00 Jolly Jingle Joyride—arr. William Owens. The perfect arrangement to get your young band into the holiday spirit! This fun, whimsical, and upbeat take on the holiday classic Jingle Bells will have your students excited to play and audiences tapping their toes. With its catchy melody, creative harmony, and approachable arrangement, this is sure to keep your students engaged and excited throughout the Christmas concert season. 11562267 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . VE 55.00

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