SKU: BT.DHP-1155661-150

English-German-French-Dutch.

This Latin mass for choir and wind band was composed in honour of Saint Cecilia’s feast day, Saint Cecilia being the patroness of musicians. For this reason, many ensembles have annual concerts dedicated to Saint Cecila, which was the inspiration forthis piece. It is a festive, optimistic, but also comforting work, which in style perfectly suits the character of Saint Cecilia’s Feast Day. After Missa Brevis, Missa Katharina and The Gospel Mass, Missa Santa Cecilia isthe fourth published mass by the Dutch composer Jacob de Haan.

Deze Latijnse mis voor koor en harmonieorkest is gecomponeerd ter ere van de feestdag van Sint-Cecilia. Deze heilige is de patrones van de musici. Talrijke muziekverenigingen en koren organiseren elk jaar concerten ter ere van Sint-Cecilia, eengegeven dat Jacob de Haan inspireerde dit werk te schrijven. Het is een feestelijk, optimistisch, maar ook troostend werk, dat qua stijl uitstekend past bij het karakter van het Sint-Ceciliafeest. Na Missa Brevis, Missa Katharina enThe Gospel Mass is Missa Santa Cecilia de vierde uitgegeven mis van Jacob de Haan.

Diese lateinische Messe für Chor und Blasorchester wurde zu Ehren des Gedenktages der heiligen Cäcilia, der Patronin der Musiker, komponiert. Aus diesem Grund widmen zahlreiche Ensembles der heiligen Cäcilia jedes Jahr Konzerte, was als Inspirationfür dieses Stück gedient hat. Es handelt sich um ein festliches, optimistisches, aber auch beruhigendes Werk, das stilistisch perfekt zum Gedenktag der heiligen Cäcilia passt. Nach der Missa Brevis, der Missa Katharina und The GospelMass ist die Missa Santa Cecilia die vierte Messe des holländischen Komponisten Jacob de Haan, die nun veröffentlicht wird.

Cette messe latine pour chorale et orchestre d’harmonie fut composée en l’honneur du jour de fête de la Sainte Cécile, la patronne des musiciens. Pour cette raison, beaucoup d’ensembles ont des concerts annuels dédiés la Sainte Cécile, ce qui futla source d’inspiration pour ce morceau. Le style festif, optimiste, mais aussi réconfortant de cette œuvre convient parfaitement au caractère du jour de fête de la Sainte Cécile. Après Missa Brevis, Missa Katharina et The GospelMass, Missa Santa Cecilia est la quatrième messe écrite par le compositeur néerlandais Jacob de Haan.

SKU: CL.024-5055-01

The story tells it all: Santa Claus is on his way! His sleigh is filled with gifts! The weather is clear, perfect for the reindeer to guide him on his Christmas Eve trek. Away we go! Santa knows how to put on a show. He’s getting closer, above the roofs, and as he descends, you’ll hear the reindeer hoofs. Toward the chimney Santa goes, hoping he fits…oh no… it’s a tight squeeze! As he lands with a thump, but Santa’s all right; he never fails! After all, he’s tough as nails. Recovered from his fall he leaves presents for one and all. Then back to the sleigh, so much to do. Don’t worry, he won’t forget about you. The stars will always be his guide on Santa’s Magical Midnight Ride! Scored for maximum sound effects within the percussion section, this will be the hit of any holiday concert!

SKU: CL.023-4627-00

All aboard the The Santa Express! We embark on a festive trip with an exciting mash-up of two holiday favorites, Jingle Bells and Up on the Housetop. Throughout the piece, and as the train chugs along, the melodies pass cleverly among all the sections. As The Santa Express slows down, and just when you think it has stopped, it accelerates before a final slow down; expressed vocally by the full band. But, the real question is, who will be the engineer of your train - the whistle blower? The Santa Express is sure to bring a smile to performers and audiences everywhere. Get your band on track with The Santa Express!.

SKU: CL.012-4826-00

If you’d like to include Santa at your annual Christmas concert, be sure to perform Santa’s On His Way, a newly composed holiday classic! Add a group of singers (purely optional) and this piece has all the possibilities of becoming an audience and band favorite for years to come. Children of all ages, even adults, will find themselves captivated by the spirit of the music and its wonderful message of holiday cheer. Merry Christmas!

SKU: CL.RWS-1829-01

Santa’s gonna have your audience singing the blues this year! Master composer/arranger Robert W. Smith has created another fun themed arrangement of Up On The Roof Top that will be the centerpiece for your next holiday program. Featuring multiple solos and a sing-along section, this will bring a holiday smile to musician and audience. A great featured arrangement that is perfect to introduce Santa into your holiday concert program!

SKU: CF.YPS202

ISBN 9781491152225. UPC: 680160909728. Key: Bb major.

Everyone loves a parade, including Old Saint Nick, whether it is at the North Pole or marching down Main Street. Santa On Parade includes three traditional Christmas songs in march style (Jolly Old St. Nicholas, Good King Wenceslas and O, Christmas Tree) and brief quotations from four famous marches (High School Cadets, The Thunderer, National Emblem, and Stars and Stripes Forever).  This crowd favorite is an excellent choice for any holiday concert!.
Everyone loves a parade including “Old Saint Nick,” whether it is at the North Pole or marching down Main Street. Santa’s parade includes three traditional songs in march style: Jolly Old St. Nicholas, Good King Wenceslas and O, Christmas Tree. There are also brief quotations from four famous marches High School Cadets, The Thunderer, National Emblem, and Stars and Stripes Forever.

SKU: CL.023-4294-01

It finally happened, Santa's elves are angry! They are overworked and underpaid and Santa gets all the credit! This humorous change-of-pace selection for first-year players is sure to entertain the audience! Great programming for holiday concerts!

SKU: CL.012-3990-01

What would happen if Santa Claus was a chronic procrastinator? In this charming dash through a variety of holiday tunes, Matt Conaway paints a picture of a stressed-out Santa as he frantically prepares his sleigh for a frenzied journey on Christmas Eve. Despite being on the edge of a nervous breakdown, he somehow pulls himself together and survives another global journey of gift delivery. Pure fun!

SKU: CL.011-3961-01

Off Santa goes on his yearly journey. However, this year he encounters some rough winter weather along the way. Not to fear, Santa navigates the storm and he and his reindeer are on course again. Accessory percussion and timpani help create the blizzard effect. Solid scoring makes this very playable, and easy to put together under most performance situations. This is a humorous and entertaining novelty selection that is sure to be the hit of your next holiday concert. You'll want to program this every year!

About C.L. Barnhouse Command Series

The Barnhouse Command Series includes works at grade levels 2, 2.5, and 3. This series is designed for middle school and junior high school bands, as well as high school bands of smaller instrumentation or limited experience. Command Series publications have a slightly larger instrumentation than the Rising Band Series, and are typically of larger scope, duration, and musical content.

SKU: CL.012-4240-01

It's 1897 in New York City. A young girl writes to the editor of the New York Sun questioning the existence of Santa Claus. The classic editorial response Yes, Virginia has charmed generations of families during the yuletide season. Robert W. Smith has set this inspiring text to music for performance at any holiday concert. Featuring a narrator, the band setting includes holiday favorites that bring these famous words to life. Why not ask your principal or superintendent to perform with the band this year? Suitable for performance by ensembles at many levels, Yes, Virginia reminds us all of the wonders of the holiday season as seen through a child's eyes!

SKU: FJ.B1724

UPC: 241444386118. English.

This magical work for student narrator(s) and band brings to life the centuries old tradition of writing a letter to Santa. Beginning with Jolly Old St. Nicholas and ending with We Wish You a Merry Christmas, each gift request is followed by a delightfully arranged carol including Ring Little Bells, Jingle Bells, I Saw Three Ships, Silent Night, O Christmas Tree, I Have a Little Dreidel, and Auld Lang Syne. An adorable yuletide gem destined to be the hit of your next holiday program!

About FJH Beginning Band

Appropriate within the first year of instruction and beginning of the second year. Clarinets do not go above the break, and there is limited use of accidentals. Plenty of doublings in the lower voices. Grade 1.