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l Santa BabyJoan Javits, Philip Springer & Tony
Springer/arr. Michael Story. What other holiday
treasure has been performed by Eartha Kitt,
Madonna, Taylor Swift, Mae West, the Pussycat
Dolls, Shakira, AND Miss Piggy? Invite your
audience to sing along with this true holiday gem.
A nice introductory swing section will help spice up
the season for your developing band.
10453344 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 55.00
Santa Babyarr. Michael Brown. Originally
recorded by Eartha Kitt in the '50s, this fun holiday
favorite has been performed by a wide variety of
artists including Madonna and Taylor Swift. This
clever arrangement for young bands is the perfect
lighter touch for the holidays.
10283899 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
n Silver Bellsarr. Johnnie Vinson. One of the
most popular holiday tunes ever written is now
available in this easy-to-play version that will sound
great with limited rehearsals. The melody has been
skillfully moved around through various sections,
starting with the woodwinds, then brass and finally
a solid finish for the entire ensemble.
10052935 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 40.00
Sleigh RideLeroy Anderson/Story. Don't miss
this great arrangement of Leroy Anderson's classic
wintry holiday song! Mike Story has crafted an
arrangement that is so much more musical than
previous editions at this level that we think everyone
should consider this for their next winter concert.
From the jingling of the sleigh bells to the clippity-
clop of the temple blocks to the easy but effective
countermelodies, everything in this arrangement
helps to make it a stand-out in holiday band
repertoire! Wonderful!
2418473 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 60.00
n Still, Still, Stillarr. Randall D. Standridge.
The simple, compelling beauty of the old German
carol is captured in this gorgeous arrangement for
band. From the sweet sounding clarinet solo, to
the musicbox-like setting heard in the mallets, to
the lush harmonies of the full ensemble, this lovely
piece is destined to become a holiday classic.
10281239 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 50.00
Tidings of Comfort and Joy! (Based on God
Rest You Merry, Gentlemen)arr. Michael
Story. This celebratory arrangement based on
the popular English carol God Rest You Merry,
Gentlemen will usher in the joyous holiday season
with musical glee. Opening with a clear unison
statement, the music develops to a spirited full
ensemble for a glorious conclusion.
10364222 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 55.00
n Toboggan RunMatt Conaway. Your beginning
band will love this exhilarating race down a snow-
covered sled run! With every section joining in on
the melody, this exciting holiday chart will provide
all your young students a great chance to be heard
on their first winter concert. See you at the bottom
of the hill!
10280781 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 46.00
10291167 CD-Above and Beyond . . . . 14.95
n The Twelve Songs of ChristmasDavid Shaffer.
Why play two or three holiday tunes in a Christmas
concert when you can play 12 in two minutes! Written
as a parody of The Twelve Days of Christmas, twelve
holiday classics have been cleverly woven into a fun-
filled medley full of surprises. You can even play a
name-that-tune game with your audiences for even
more holiday fun!
10311817 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 48.00
10311952 CD-Soaring Above the Clouds:
Album for the Young . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95
Twenty Carols in 2 Minutesarr. Mark Williams.
Yes, you heard right! That's twenty carols in just
two minutes! This showstopping arrangement will
have your audience (and students) playing "name
that tune" as excerpts from twenty familiar carols
are presented sequentially, and sometimes even
simultaneously. You may even have to play this
one twice in your concert, just so the audience
can catch all the tunes. Great fun, and a perfect
selection for your next holiday program!
2398493 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 48.00
Up on a Haunted HousetopBenjamin Hanby/
arr. Watson. The creative premise of this enter-
taining selection leads to a spooky-cool treatment
of the Christmas favorite, Up on the Housetop.
Included in the "bag of tricks" is an optional narrator
part (which reveals a surprise ending), and "toy"
percussion instruments which are used to great
effect. An unexpectedly delightful piece to program
for your winter concert.
10279905 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 48.00
White Christmas (Flex Band)arr. Michael
Sweeney. Even small bands can ring in the holiday
season when they play this Irving Berlin classic!
The audience is sure to dream of a white Christmas
when you conclude your winter concert with this
beloved song.
10022305 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 40.00
Winter Wonderlandarr. Michael Story. You
hear it everywhere on the radio every holiday
season, so why not hear it at your young band's
winter concert? A skillfully scored arrangement in
a pleasing moderate swing style to top off your
holiday program.
10051090 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 60.00
You're a Mean One Mr. Grincharr. Mike Story.
Every Who down in Whoville will be whistling this
theme song of the dastardly character from the Dr.
Seuss TV Special! Mr. Grinch will be the perfect
addition to your next holiday concert, and is sure to
lift the spirits of everyone in the audience!
2388148 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 60.00
Christmas & Holiday
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Adventumarr. Jared Barnes. Ring in the holidays
with style! A peaceful setting of O Come, O Come
Emmanuel contrasts nicely with the colorful and
energetic rendition of the Ukrainian Bell Carol that
follows. The arrangement then draws to an exciting
conclusion against a background of ringing bells.
10360933 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 75.00
4 All About ChristmasGary P. Gilroy.
A festive Christmas concert opener or closer,
this handsome title uses fragments of Joy to the
World, Jolly Old Saint Nicholas, O Come All Ye
Faithful, Good Christian Men, Rejoice, All Through
the Night, Ukranian Bell Carol and Here We Come
A-Wassailing for a medley full of life and grandeur.
10449824 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 70.00
All Is Calmarr. 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 . . . . . . . . 60.00
n American Bell CarolRobert W. Smith. Robert
W. Smith's extremely popular series based on the
Ukrainian Bell Carol continues with this setting in an
American style. Starting with a rousing Sousa quote,
the carol continues with a driving rock groove. The
second statement has the melody to America The
Beautiful cleverly woven into it, providing a very
unique and creative teaching opportunity. From
middle school to community bands, this will be
holiday favorite for years to come!
10311924 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 50.00
10311950 CD-The Eternal Journey . . . 14.95
n And All the Bells Shall Ring!arr. Rob Romeyn.
Based on the traditional carol Ding, Dong, Merrily
on High, this festive arrangement is the perfect
opening or closing statement for your holiday
concert! The sparkling introduction is based on
Ding, Dong, Merrily on High, which is contrasted
by the dramatic middle section of The Ukranian
Bell Carol. Sure to be a holiday favorite with school
groups as well as community bands.
10369207 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 50.00
n And He Shall Be Named Emmanuel (Prologue
and Processional)arr. Robert Longfield. The
sense of longing and anticipation of the holiday
season is portrayed with O Come, O Come,
Emmanuel in this beautiful prologue. O Come All Ye
Faithful follows as a joyful processional. Celebrating
the spirit of the holiday, this is a fitting closer for
your holiday concert.
10371491 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 60.00
H And the Herald Angels Sangarr. James
Swearingen. Herald in the holidays with this
impressive medley! Based on the best-loved carols
with angels as their theme, it will be a sparkling
addition to your program. Includes: Angels From
The Realms Of Glory; Angels We Have Heard On
High and Hark! The Herald Angels Sing. This is a
straightforward setting you'll use year after year!
2469179 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 60.00
8600137 CD-Happy Holidays. . . . . . . 14.95
5986790 CD-You've Been Very Good! 18.95
Appalachian Carolarr. Jerry Brubaker.
Compelling countermelodies combined with
contemporary flair enhance this lovely early
American carol from the 1900s. Somewhat
traditional, it's a beautiful lullaby with a simple
melody and lush harmonies. Easy rhythms and
sensible ranges will allow for easy preparation for
your holiday program.
10015321 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 65.00
To help you select the best music for your band program, our editors have reviewed
hundreds of new releases for 2014-2015 and designated these as the cream of the
crop! You can't go wrong with these quality selections!
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
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
10466605 CD-Awaken the Greatness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95
Do You Hear What I Hear?—Gloria Shayne Baker/arr. Chris Sharp.
This arrangement of a holiday classic is written to be accessible to bands at a wide range of ability
levels. Solid block scoring and appropriate doublings can accommodate a group of almost any
size. The delightful melody is constantly interspersed with thoughtful countermelodies and careful
attention to texture. A superb arrangement of this endearing classic!
10459809 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Dreidl Adventure—Scott Watson.
Playing with a dreidl at Hanukkah can be more than a game, in the mind of a child it can be an
adventure. Strategy is plotted, risks are taken and the battle ensues. This fanciful premise inspired
this spirited setting with intense rhythmic drive of the beloved melody S'Vivon (The Dreidl), all
within the ability level of younger players.
10449842 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
10449842E Band Set & Score ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Goin' Home—arr. Larry Clark.
It's always wonderful to be able to go home during the holidays and spend time with family and
friends, this moving selection combines two selections that reflect those warm feelings of home
and hearth. Anton Dvorak's famous Largo, also known as Goin' Home is paired with the holiday
classic, I'll Be Home for Christmas, for a special holiday presentation. There's an optional choral
version that can be performed with this for an even more spectacular performance.
10457050 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
Holiday Flutecake—David Shaffer.
What a better way to celebrate the season than enjoying a piece of Holiday Flutecake! As the title
suggests, the flute section is featured in a clever medley of all time favorite holiday tunes. Easier brass
and woodwind parts, along with interesting percussion sound effects, make this piece a breeze to
prepare. Everyone will LOVE this novelty piece and it's a sure bet to be the hit of your holiday concert.
10458929 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
10466606 CD-Of Time and Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95
March of the Tin Soldiers—arr. Mark Syslo & Scott Watson.
Themes from Leon Jessel's popular march Parade of the Tin (or Wooden) Soldiers are used in
this well crafted and approachable setting for young bands. Internationally famous, it's probably
best known by its use by the Radio City Music Hall Rockettes dancers as part of their "Christmas
Spectacular" show and will be a popular addition to holiday programs.
10449856 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
10449856E Band Set & Score ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
A Merrie Olde Christmas—arr. Douglas E. Wagner.
Although the traditions began several centuries ago, here is a colorful medley of carols, popular in
Victorian England, set in contemporary treatments. Includes: The Holly and the Ivy; God Rest You
Merry, Gentlemen and The First Nowell. This is a properly joyous selection for the happiest time
of the year!
10453262 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Reindeer Galop—Robert W. Smith.
Santa's reindeer are off and running with this playful holiday selection. Featuring Jingle Bells
and Up On The Housetop, you can hear the hooves of the reindeer as they race across the wintery
countryside. Written for young bands, as well as more advanced bands with limited rehearsal time,
it's an exciting addition or finale to your holiday program.
10458937 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
10466606 CD-Of Time and Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95
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