SKU: AP.1-ADV7653

UPC: 805095076530. English. Traditional Carol.

The theme Kommet, ihr Hirten, or Come, All Ye Shepherds, first presented in the style of a classical swing waltz, is followed by a tutti variation of the melody in 4/4 time, then by a tenor saxophone solo, and a return to the opening theme. The arrangement for saxophone quartet (AATBar) by Eberhard Michaely is written at a medium swing tempo.

SKU: BP.1162

This classic John Ness Beck SATB setting celebrates the glory of the Christmas season. Arranged for choir, congregation, organ and optional trumpet trio.

SKU: CL.011-3346-01

For band with narrator. Len Orcino's delightful and entertaining new arrangement of The Night Before Christmas for narrator and developing bands that is destined to become the highlight of many holiday performances. A wonderful way to involve your Principal or any local celebrity in your band's concert. Band parts are very effective and playable! A timeless Classic that just can't be beat!

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: HP.2571

UPC: 763628125714.

Tradi tional Ukrainian Carol A versatile arrangement of an iconic holiday classic in compatible 2-3 and 3-5 octave scores, Kathleen Wissinger's setting features carefully assigned eighth-note runs, simple syncopation and at least one accidental bell change per ringer. Advanced groups may increase the tempo for more excitement with this ideal choice for worship, festival, school, concert and tree lighting celebrations.

SKU: AP.38317S

UPC: 038081439532. English.

Guiding that sleigh with the bearded driver, also in a red suit, this mystical animal makes the song classic every year. This solid arrangement also offers superb teaching opportunities to introduce or reinforce the concepts of dal segno and coda along with a couple altered tones. It's time to celebrate!

SKU: FP.FDD02

ISBN 9790570503834.

Vern on Park, Stockport’s oldest park, was created on land donated by Lord Vernon (George John Warren). It was built by poor mill workers who called it pinch-belly park and opened on 20th September 1858. Comprising twenty-one acres, it houses a museum, a bandstand, ornamental fountains, a fernery, rockery, borders and sunken rose garden as well terraced walkways that overlook the river and weir. The piece depicts a solitary walker engrossed in his own thoughts on a winter’s day, the landscape, and the park’s Victorian past.

At the very end of the piece a reminder of the park’s Victorian origins can be detected in a quote from Elgar’s Salut d’amour of 1899, which may well have been played by a band in the bandstand. Stockport market celebrated its 750th anniversary in 2010. It dated back to September 1260 when a Royal Charter allowed Robert de Stokeport, the Mayor, to hold a weekly market within the defensive walls of the Norman Castle on the present site of Castle Yard.

The Glass Umbrella was a popular name given to the 1861 covered market built of timber, glass and iron - nine bays with open sides and a glass canopy. In 1912, one bay was removed to enable electric trams and trolley buses to turn a sharp corner.

The piece depicts a lively market day, the multiculturalism of the present day and the old cries of pick and pay without delay. The bells of St Mary’s Church are depicted by a cascading peel tuned to the ten bells of the church tower, and a fleeting reference to John Wainwright’s famous Christmas hymn Christians Awake, and the Westminster chimes striking the hour from St Mary’s, bring to piece to a conclusion. Separate parts are provided for recorder and oboe.

SKU: LO.30-2912L

UPC: 000308132960.

Tom Fettke and Thomas Grassi have arranged Michael W. Smith's celebrated hymn with a classical feel. This marvelous anthem for use throughout the year opens with a regal fanfare that is followed by rich and full vocals that are easily performed by choirs of all sizes.

SKU: CF.CM9016

ISBN 9780825864131. UPC: 798408064136. 6.875 X 10.5 inches. Key: A minor. Text: Christina Rossetti. Christina Rossetti.

A remarkable a cappella setting of Christina Rossetti's celebrated poem, this original work employs such contemporary techniques as un-pitched whispering and unmeasured passages to convey the bleak winter landscape that is transformed by the birth of Jesus. An unusual and unique treatment of a beautiful text that will amaze and inspire listener and choir alike.