SKU: LO.15-3733H
ISBN 9780787769895.
Mostly unison throughout, with several brief, easy harmony parts, this selection is Jolly Old Saint Nicholas and Up on the Housetop set in a captivating, relaxed swing style. A jazzy piano part or optional synth track provides a supportive and musically entertaining foundation for your young singers. You'll have your audience dancing in the aisles!
SKU: CF.YAS104
ISBN 9780825889110. UPC: 798408089115. 8.5 x 11 inches. Key: G major.
Get your orchestra swinging this year with a fun Christmas piece based on the ever-popular “Up On The Housetop.” Drawing from his jazz background, Carl Strommen delivers an arrangement that is unique and authentic to the idiom, but within the technical capabilities of the intermediate student. Oh what fun it will be to ride this sleigh – Ho, ho ho!.Swingin’ Santa (Up on the Housetop) should be played lightly and, with the aide of the ride cymbal at m.11, with a slight “swing.” Attention to articulations and dynamics will ensure this cheerful and buoyant piece a first rate performance of this holiday favorite.
About Carl Fischer Young String Orchestra Series
This series of Grade 2/Grade 2.5 pieces is designed for second and third year ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:--Occasionally extending to third position--Keys carefully considered for appropriate difficulty--Addition of separate 2nd violin and viola parts--Viola T.C. part included--Increase in independence of parts over beginning levels
SKU: CF.YPS111
ISBN 9780825887918. UPC: 798408087913. 9x12 inches. Key: Bb major.
Get your young band students swinging this year with a fun Christmas piece based on the ever-popular “Up On The Housetop.” Drawing from his jazz background, Carl Strommen delivers an arrangement that is unique and authentic to the idiom, but within the technical capabilities of the intermediate student. Oh what fun it will be to ride this sleigh – Ho, ho ho!
SKU: CF.YAS104F
ISBN 9780825889127. UPC: 798408089122. 8.5 x 11 inches.
Get your orchestra swinging this year with a fun Christmas piece based on the ever-popular “Up On The Housetop.” Drawing from his jazz background, Carl Strommen delivers an arrangement that is unique and authentic to the idiom, but within the technical capabilities of the intermediate student. Oh what fun it will be to ride this sleigh – Ho, ho ho!
SKU: AP.48047S
UPC: 038081550862. English.
It never feels like Christmas until the music starts playing. Seems like we just can't get enough of those familiar carols that consistently bring back happy memories year after year, and enkindle excitement for yet another season of joy ahead with friends and family. Instantly recognizable Christmas standards, Deck the Hall and Jolly Old Saint Nicholas (along with a hint of Jingle Bells at the beginning and at the end), come together in this lighthearted medley, Have a Swingin' Merry Christmas, by Douglas E. Wagner, arranged in a laid-back swing groove. This one is sure to put a smile on Santa's face! (1:45) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.48047
UPC: 038081550855. English.
SKU: AP.45454
UPC: 038081511948. English.
Louis Prima's quirky and upbeat tune will practically dance itself into the hearts of singers and audiences alike! With exciting swing rhythms and tight chromatic harmonies, it's ideal for choirs with some jazz experience.
