Category: CHRISTMAS Composer: Gian carlo Menotti Arranger: Johnnie Vinson
Grade 3.
(from Amahl and the Night Visitors)
Amahl and the Night Visitors was the first opera to be commissioned especially for television. Having its premiere in 1951, it has since become a holiday classic with an enduring story and unforgettable music. This setting of “Shepherd's Dance” presents the charm and character of the original in an exceptional adaptation for concert band. (3:00)
Category: CHRISTMAS Composer: Sergei Prokofiev Arrangers: Robert Smith, Michael Story
Grade 0.5
Duration 1.39
Based on Prokofiev’s Troika from Lieutenant Kije, you can hear the sleigh coming from the distance, joyously passing and travelling beyond. The familiar tune is scored for pupils in any beginning band method book and will certainly make them sound polished and professional!
Category: CHRISTMAS Composers: Ray Evans, Jay Livingston Arranger: Johnnie Vinson
One of the best-known holiday tunes ever written is now available in this easy to play version that will sound great with limited rehearsals. Johnnie skillfully moves the melody around to various sections starting with the woodwinds, then brass, and finally a solid finish for the entire ensemble. Even more advanced players will enjoy playing this beautifully scored arrangement.
Category: CHRISTMAS Composer: John Williams & Leslie Bricusse Arranger: Paul Lavender
Grade 1.5 from HOME ALONE John Williams/Leslie Bricusse/arr. Paul Lavender Here is a very easy arrangement of the classic holiday ballad from Home Alone. This one is easy to learn and will add a nice contemporary touch to your holiday concert.
Grade 3.
Here's a heart-warming collage of memorable holiday songs, woven together in an impressive medley for the concert stage. Includes: The Most Wonderful Time of the Year, Silver Bells and Somewhere in My Memory (from Home Alone).
Categories: OPENERS, CHRISTMAS Arrangers: Michael Brown, Luther Henderson
Based on the famous Canadian Brass version by master arranger Luther Henderson, here is a wonderful adaptation for concert band by Michael Brown. Opening with a bluesy medium swing feel, the tuba section is featured on the melody along with a small group of players. Mid-way through the arrangement the style changes to an up-tempo dixieland style with the melody cleverly traded between various sections of the band. This rousing number is sure to be a favorite.
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