SKU: AP.49094S

ISBN 9781470645991. UPC: 038081564395. English.

Haunted Sleigh Ride is based on Jingle Bells but shifted to a minor key, transforming a winter favorite into an eerie adventure into the snowy unknown. We may not be laughing all the way. Brian Beck's setting is jam-packed with various style and dynamic markings as well as accidentals in every part, challenging musicians, and engaging audiences. Shifting a piece from major to minor (or vice versa) will instantly illuminate a melody and breathe new life into a piece. What was happy is now sad, what was dark is now vibrant, and, in this case, what was cheerful is now spooky. Correlated to Sound Innovations for Concert Band, Book 2, Level 4. (2:20) This title available in MakeMusic Cloud.

SKU: BT.9781408192788

ISBN 9781408192788.

Designed to complement Get Set! Piano Tutor Book 2, Get Set! Piano Pieces Book 2 contains an exciting collection of pieces by Heather Hammond and Karen Marshall, arranged and written specially for thetwenty-first century child.

Get Set! Piano Pieces Book 2 follows and supplements the tried and tested progressive teaching method of Get Set! Piano Tutor Book 2 (9781408193075), guiding the learner fromPrep test to Grade 1. It includes favourites like La Bamba, Frère Jacques and This Old Man as well as engaging new solo and ensemble pieces in a variety of styles.

The perfect repertoire bookforgetting to Grade 1, Get Set! Piano Pieces Book 2 is attractively laid out and fully illustrated, with quizzes and crosswords to reinforce learning.

SKU: HL.48023768

UPC: 840126911367. 7.5x10.25x0.057 inches.

MacMillan's popular congregational mass setting updated with the text of the new English translation released in 2010. A major addition is the inclusion of a newly composed setting of the Gloria. Suitable for congregational use, with or without choir. All ability levels.

SKU: CF.CM9772

ISBN 9781491164433. UPC: 680160923335. Key: G major. English. Words adapted from Angels from the Realms of Glory by JAMES MONTGOMERY (1771-1854).

I've always enjoyed celebratory and rhythmic singing.  I also know there's a need for this style in treble voices. The holiday season is a perfect time to create such a work.The text of The Angels' Gloria is based on the familiar Montgomery hymn with original music. This work can be easily be done as a call and answer or antiphonal setting. Try using it as a processional, too. Hearing the voices surround the audience is always exciting for everyone and a superb teaching and learning experience.The accompaniment is intentionally simple and bell-like, supporting the three-part harmonies. I've also created a B-section that is a cappella in full three-part singing, rich and full giving lots of contrast to the piece.There is so much good teaching throughout the piece, making for interesting rehearsals and a terrific performance piece. I hope this adds just the right sparkle for your Christmas or holiday program.—Greg Gilpin.