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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Christmas Air and Dance
Taking a similar approach to his popular Celtic Air and Dance, Michael Sweeney creatively combines two 17th-century carols (“Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella” and “Fum, Fum, Fum”) into this attractive and distinctive setting for the holidays.SKU: HL08725284 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Christmas at the Symphony
Celebrate the holidays with the masters. Representing Mozart’s “Sleigh Ride” (German Dance No. 3), Tchaikovsky’s “Dance of the Sugarplum Fairy” from The Nutcracker, and Bizet’s “March of the Kings” (a 13th century traditional French carol included in his L’Arlésienne Suites Nos. 1 and 2. Three-four and four-four meters are explored with a variety of textures and voicing shifts in this medley of joyous familiar holiday themes. Simply glorious! (4:00)SKU: AL45784 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Christmas Concerto #3
We’re proud to offer this new work featuring three Christmas favorites woven together and featuring one or more soloists in your band. The National Standards for Music Education support soloistic performance, and this holiday tune will fill the bill. Solo parts are provided for all members of the ensemble. Carols included in the concerto are “Deck the Halls,” “God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen,” and “Jingle Bells.” A wonderful new holiday treat – combine it with Christmas Concerto No. 1 and No. 2. (2:08)SKU: ALBDM03047 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Christmas Fanfares
“Christmas Fanfares” was born from the composer’s desire to write a lively yet not overly difficult concert opener for his band’s holiday program. Initially composed as three separate fanfares—each on a different carol—the fanfares were combined with transitional material to form this larger work. The active percussion and strong brass scoring give a unique energy to these traditional carols. Band members and audience alike will enjoy this wonderful piece. (3:58)SKU: AL22286 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Christmas for Clarinets
Feature your clarinet section this holiday season in this skillfully constructed, fun arrangement for young band. “We Wish You a Merry Chrismas,” “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” from The Nutcracker, and the familiar French carol “He Is Born” are combined to provide a highly listenable and motivating showcase for developing clarinets. Voicings have been carefully chosen to allow your clarinets. Voicings have been carefully chosen to allow your clarinets to be easily heard over the band. A superior programming choice!
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Christmas Holiday March
This march setting of the 16th-century traditional English folk song Greensleeves is an outstanding fusion piece for beginners. With teaching opportunities for contrasting articulations and phrasing, this is a wonderful selection to march into the holiday season. (2:15)SKU: AL48163 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Christmas in the Round
Subtitled “A Holiday Prism for Band,” this work can be presented in a theater-in-the-round format or more traditionally on the concert stage. Following a broad introduction, each family of the band presents their independent carol. Carols include “The Ukrainian Bell Carol,” “Silent Night,” “What Child Is This?” “Jingle Bells,” “Joy to the World,” “Deck the Halls,” “We Wish You a Merry Christmas,” and “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen.” Prepare the introduction and the finale then let the sections prepare their own carol. Include them all or not. Traditional, contemporary, humorous, and stately, each choir brings a unique facet to this holiday prism. A valuable contribution to the holiday literature.SKU: ALBDM00050 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Christmas Is Coming
Originally heard in the landmark 1965 TV special A Charlie Brown Christmas, the music composed and recorded by Vince Guaraldi has taken on a life of its own. Christmas Is Coming is a lighthearted, yet driving composition in the recognizable “Guaraldi” style. Great choice for the holiday season!SKU: HL7013174 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Christmas Island
Composed in the ’40s and originally recorded by the Andrew Sisters, Christmas Island has been recorded countless times since then, notably by Ella Fitzgerald and also by Leon Redbone (used in the movie Elf). Paul Murtha’s version is set in a medium swing style with great-sounding voicings for young ensembles.SKU: HL7012327 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Christmas Swings
Here is the perfect choice for an entertaining and unique holiday selection. Johnnie Vinson combines a light swing treatment of Jingle-Bell Rock, a lush version of Frosty the Snow Man, and a jazzy Here Comes Santa Claus into a terrific medley for young bands. Sure to be an audience pleaser!SKU: HL08725264 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Christmas Time Is Here
Here is unique and creative take on Charlie Brown’s favorite holiday tune. Featuring a relaxed swing style in 4/4 (rather than the usual 3/4), along with a rich harmonic palette and masterful little big band scoring, this is a terrific addition to any holiday event. A short solo spot is provided for any player. (Grade 4)SKU: HL07013696 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Christmas Time Is Here
Although written for the Charlie Brown TV Christmas special in 1965, Christmas Time Is Here has gone on to become a popular modern day holiday standard. Here’s a beautiful setting by Mark Taylor that features creative scoring and harmonies, giving it a more sophisticated sound than its easy level would indicate.SKU: HL7012986 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Christmas Time Is Here
This ever-popular Christmas song from the ‘Charlie Brown Christmas’ television special is also a great jazz ballad. The chord changes are very lush. David Pugh has arranged this chart at a medium easy level that any band can put together in a hurry at Christmas time. If you need Christmas music for your jazz program, you should play this beautiful jazz-oriented holiday song and use it as a learning experience. (3:32)
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1
Christmas Tree Ride
Check out this very easy bossa played at around 138 BPM with a brief 3/4 interlude and plenty of optional parts. The meter change is no problem—it’s easy to interpret. Christmas Tree Ride arranged by Victor López features a written-out alto sax solo and trumpet 1 range to written E top space. (2:52)SKU: AL43660 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Chrysalis
Although generally defined as any sheltered or growth stage of development, a chrysalis is literally the third stage of growth in the development of a butterfly. Using this fact as his inspiration, Michael Story has musically depicted the butterfly’s development in this stunning overture for your beginners.SKU: AL24712 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Cinema Paradiso (Flexible Solo with Band)
From the classic 1988 film Cinema Paradiso, this beautiful theme has been recorded by artists ranging from trumpeter Chris Botti to violinist Joshua Bell. This wonderful setting by Robert Longfield allows you to feature your choice of solo instrument* with full band accompaniment.*Solo options: oboe, flute, clarinet, alto sax, trumpet
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Cirque du Soleil, Concert Suite from
The unique style of the music from Cirque Du Soleil has been captured in this medley, which includes: “Alegria,” “Alone,” “O” and “Kunya Sobé.” The wonder and awe of this magnificent show can be experienced through the music. An exciting choice! (8:28)SKU: AL29623 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Cissy Strut
Few people remember The Meters and this recording from 1969, however, over the years “Cissy Strut” has become a model of funky drumming and simmering grooves and has been recorded by countless rock and jazz artists. Roger Holmes captures the unique sound of the original and includes a flexible solo section along with hot sounds for the entire band.SKU: HL7011899 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Cissy Strut
Originally recorded by The Meters in 1969, Cissy Strut has since become a model for playing funk, recorded by both jazz and rock artists. The signature bass line is played by trombones, tenors and baritone sax, and the entire band joins in with the catchy riffs. There are short solo breaks for the bass and drums, along with solo or soli spots for saxes and trumpets.SKU: HL7012800