Category: CHRISTMAS MUSIC - Grade 1.5 Arranger: Steve Hodges
Grade: 1.5
A Still, Silent Night is a flowing arrangement of "Still, Still, Still" and "Silent Night" that will allow expressive performance opportunities for the young band. Beautifully arranged by Steve Hodges, these classic Christmas melodies are entwined with a variety of colors and textures featuring each section of the band. The final chord of this sensitive arrangement will leave the audience at peace for a welcome change of pace during the busy holiday season!
Category: CHRISTMAS MUSIC - Grade 1.5 Arranger: Steve Hodges
Grade: 1.5
A Still, Silent Night is a flowing arrangement of "Still, Still, Still" and "Silent Night" that will allow expressive performance opportunities for the young band. Beautifully arranged by Steve Hodges, these classic Christmas melodies are entwined with a variety of colors and textures featuring each section of the band. The final chord of this sensitive arrangement will leave the audience at peace for a welcome change of pace during the busy holiday season!
Category: CHRISTMAS MUSIC - Grade 1.5 Arrangers: Robert W. Smith, Michael Story
Grade: 1.5
Subtitled "A Holiday Encore for Band," this cheery arrangement of "Up on the Housetop" features virtually every section of the band with its own characteristic rendition. Ample cross cuing makes this attainable by every ensemble. Happy Holidays! (2:45)
Category: CHRISTMAS MUSIC - Grade 1.5 Arrangers: Robert W. Smith, Michael Story
Grade: 1.5
Subtitled "A Holiday Encore for Band," this cheery arrangement of "Up on the Housetop" features virtually every section of the band with its own characteristic rendition. Ample cross cuing makes this attainable by every ensemble. Happy Holidays! (2:45)
Category: CHRISTMAS MUSIC - Grade 1.5 Composer: Scott Watson
Grade: 1.5
The Appalachian folk carol, "Jesus, Jesus, Rest Your Head," was collected by folk musicologist (and the composer of the tune, "I Wonder as I Wander"), John Jacob Niles, in the early Twentieth Century. This hauntingly beautiful arrangement of the tune explores the Nativity with peaceful reverence and mysterious wonder. Watson's writing includes expressive tempo changes, lush scoring for full band, transparent episodes for woodwinds, and delicate percussion writing, offering bands ample opportunity for performing with musical beauty and eloquence. (3:50)
Category: CHRISTMAS MUSIC - Grade 1.5 Composer: Scott Watson
Grade: 1.5
The Appalachian folk carol, "Jesus, Jesus, Rest Your Head," was collected by folk musicologist (and the composer of the tune, "I Wonder as I Wander"), John Jacob Niles, in the early Twentieth Century. This hauntingly beautiful arrangement of the tune explores the Nativity with peaceful reverence and mysterious wonder. Watson's writing includes expressive tempo changes, lush scoring for full band, transparent episodes for woodwinds, and delicate percussion writing, offering bands ample opportunity for performing with musical beauty and eloquence.
Category: CHRISTMAS MUSIC - Grade 1.5 Arranger: Ryan Fraley
Grade 1.5 Duration 1:45
Rock out with this hip new version of the Ukrainian Bell Carol! 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 and a modern twist on a classic!
Category: CHRISTMAS MUSIC - Grade 1.5 Composer: Robert Sheldon
Grade 1.5 Duration 2.05
"Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella" is a French Christmas carol written in the 16th century. In the carol, visitors to the manger speak in hushed tones so as not to wake the sleeping child. This gentle arrangement highlights the spirit of the season with enchanting harmonies and sparkling settings of this charming tune. (2:05)
Category: CHRISTMAS MUSIC - Grade 1.5 Arranger: Mekel Rogers
Grade 1.5 Duration 2m00s
Bring in the holiday season with this clever arrangement that combines the Ukrainian Bell Carol with We Three Kings to create a stunning, yet playable work. Vivid percussion writing and bold statements from the winds create colorful effects that build to a powerful climax. A very different take on two holiday classics!
Categories: CHRISTMAS MUSIC - Grade 1.5, 2013 NEW Alfred Wind Band Material: by Robert Sheldon
Grade 1.5
Duration: 1:30
Sound Innovations for Band
A happy and carefree day of playing in the snow is depicted in this charming holiday offering. Tuneful melodies and a cheerful rhythmic accompaniment set the mood leading to a chromatic slide down the hill that triumphantly ends the piece. Correlates to SI for Concert Band Book 2, Level 2.
Category: CHRISTMAS MUSIC - Grade 1.5 Material: by James Lord Pierpont / arr. Steve Hodges
Grade 2
Duration: 1:55
Challenger Series
This clever arrangement of “Jingle Bells” invites all sections of the band to have some fun. With jazzy variations of the melody, call-and-response interplay, and a dynamic “big band” ending, this chart will provide a perfect upbeat finale to a holiday concert!
Categories: New & Recent Titles, CHRISTMAS MUSIC - Grade 1.5 Arranger: Robert Sheldon
Grade 1.5 Duration 1m40s
This rock treatment of an old holiday favorite is sure to bring a smile to your audience at the next winter concert. Featuring a driving beat, power chords, and a familiar Christmas tune where everyone gets to play the melody, this arrangement is certain to be a big hit!
Categories: New & Recent Titles, CHRISTMAS MUSIC - Grade 1.5 Arranger: Jack Wilds
Grade 1.5 Duration 2m00s
Celebrate the holidays on the high seas with this clever medley that combines popular Christmas carols with well-known sea chanteys. From Blow the Man Down to Up on the Housetop, this fun arrangement captures a holiday experience like no other – complete with a pirate crew!
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