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The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year - Drums
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The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year
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INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED
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Christmas
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Eddie Pola and George Wyle
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Bryan Kidd
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The Most Wonderful Time Of The
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Full Orchestra - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1298071 Composed by Eddie Pola and George Wyle. Arranged by Bryan Kidd. Christmas,Holiday,Standards. ...
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Full Orchestra - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1298071 Composed by Eddie Pola and George Wyle. Arranged by Bryan Kidd. Christmas,Holiday,Standards. 112 pages. BryanKiddMusic.com #888023. Published by BryanKiddMusic.com (A0.1298071). A dazzling and most wonderful Holiday Season opener for full orchestra in Viennese-styled three-quarter time.The Most Wonderful Time of the Year was first introduced in 1963 by singer Andy Williams as the opening song for his second Christmas TV special. It was composed by the shows vocal director, George Wyle, along with Edward Pola. Apropos to Williams show, the song describes joyous family and friends seasonal activities that include scary ghost stories (a Victorian Christmas tradition think 'Dickens'). Â Among the artists who have covered the song are Pentatonix, Johnny Mathis, Garth Brooks, Amy Grant, Pattie LaBelle, and Harry Connick, Jr. A letter-size (8.5x11) score and complete set of instrumental parts are included with the set; a more easily read Tabloid (11x17) score is available separately (RECOMMENDED). For the Tabloid-size (11x17) score, click here. Please visit BryanKiddMusic.com With 26 years of service, Bryan Kidd retired as the Chief Composer and Arranger for The United States Navy Band, Washington, D.C. Â Bryan's writing, conducting, and teaching experience range from elementary through collegiate and professional levels. Currently, he is the Composer/Arranger-in-Residence for The American Festival Pops Orchestra founded by Conductor Emeritus, Anthony Maiello, a professional ensemble affiliated with George Mason University, Fairfax, Virginia.
$75.00
The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year - Score Only
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Orchestra
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INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED
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Christmas
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Eddie Pola and George Wyle
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Bryan Kidd
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The Most Wonderful Time Of The
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BryanKiddMusic.com
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SheetMusicPlus
Full Orchestra - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1298087 Composed by Eddie Pola and George Wyle. Arranged by Bryan Kidd. Christmas,Holiday,Standards. ...
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Full Orchestra - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1298087 Composed by Eddie Pola and George Wyle. Arranged by Bryan Kidd. Christmas,Holiday,Standards. 18 pages. BryanKiddMusic.com #888034. Published by BryanKiddMusic.com (A0.1298087). Tabloid-size (11x17) score only (orchestra) for The Most Wonderful Time of the Year arranged by Bryan Kidd For a complete letter-size (8.5x11) set of parts and score, click here Please visit BryanKiddMusic.com
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The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year
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Orchestra
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Eddie Pola and George Wyle
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arrange by Oleksiy Bazhenov
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The Most Wonderful Time Of The
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Oleksiy Bazhenov
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Full Orchestra - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1280523 Composed by Eddie Pola and George Wyle. Arranged by arrange by Oleksiy Bazhenov. 20th Century...
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Full Orchestra - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1280523 Composed by Eddie Pola and George Wyle. Arranged by arrange by Oleksiy Bazhenov. 20th Century,Christmas,Holiday,Jazz,Singer/Songwriter. Score and Parts. 46 pages. Oleksiy Bazhenov #871920. Published by Oleksiy Bazhenov (A0.1280523). It's The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year (Score and Parts)Arrange for voice with symphonic orchestra by Oleksiy Bazhenov.
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George Wyle: The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year (complete set of parts) - orchestra/band
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Virtualsheetmusic
Instantly printable sheet music by Mac Huff for orchestra/band of MEDIUM skill level. / christmas,holiday,standards,concert,advent,carol,festival
Instantly printable sheet music by Mac Huff for orchestra/band of MEDIUM skill level. / christmas,holiday,standards,concert,advent,carol,festival
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A Most Wonderful Christmas: Timpani
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Orchestra
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Christmas
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Robert Sheldon
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A Most Wonderful Christmas: Ti
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Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music
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Full Orchestra - Digital Download SKU: AX.00-PC-0016180_TMP Timpani. Arranged by Robert Sheldon. Instructional. Part. 2 pages. Alfred Music - Digi...
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Full Orchestra - Digital Download SKU: AX.00-PC-0016180_TMP Timpani. Arranged by Robert Sheldon. Instructional. Part. 2 pages. Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music #00-PC-0016180_TMP. Published by Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music (AX.00-PC-0016180_TMP). UPC: 038081323527.A fabulous medley for full orchestra or band and orchestra together! Some of the most popular Christmas selections of all time are included in this delightful arrangement that has a complimentary band arrangement by the same title. Winter Wonderland, I'll be Home for Christmas, Santa Claus is Comin' to Town, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas and It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year are featured in this tasteful arrangement. Solo opportunities abound and are cross-cued to allow your best players to shine, while the swing sections and jazz-inspired ballads will have your audience tapping their feet and singing these tunes long after the concert is over. This is certain to become a repertoire standard year after year! (8:30).
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A Most Wonderful Christmas: Flute
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Orchestra
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Christmas
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Robert Sheldon
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A Most Wonderful Christmas: Fl
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Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music
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Full Orchestra - Digital Download SKU: AX.00-PC-0016180_F1 Flute. Arranged by Robert Sheldon. Instructional. Part. 3 pages. Alfred Music - Digital...
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Full Orchestra - Digital Download SKU: AX.00-PC-0016180_F1 Flute. Arranged by Robert Sheldon. Instructional. Part. 3 pages. Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music #00-PC-0016180_F1. Published by Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music (AX.00-PC-0016180_F1). UPC: 038081323527.A fabulous medley for full orchestra or band and orchestra together! Some of the most popular Christmas selections of all time are included in this delightful arrangement that has a complimentary band arrangement by the same title. Winter Wonderland, I'll be Home for Christmas, Santa Claus is Comin' to Town, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas and It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year are featured in this tasteful arrangement. Solo opportunities abound and are cross-cued to allow your best players to shine, while the swing sections and jazz-inspired ballads will have your audience tapping their feet and singing these tunes long after the concert is over. This is certain to become a repertoire standard year after year! (8:30).
$3.00
A Most Wonderful Christmas: 4th F Horn
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Orchestra
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Christmas
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Robert Sheldon
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A Most Wonderful Christmas: 4t
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Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music
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Full Orchestra - Digital Download SKU: AX.00-PC-0016180_H4 4th F Horn. Arranged by Robert Sheldon. Instructional. Part. 3 pages. Alfred Music - Di...
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Full Orchestra - Digital Download SKU: AX.00-PC-0016180_H4 4th F Horn. Arranged by Robert Sheldon. Instructional. Part. 3 pages. Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music #00-PC-0016180_H4. Published by Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music (AX.00-PC-0016180_H4). UPC: 038081323527.A fabulous medley for full orchestra or band and orchestra together! Some of the most popular Christmas selections of all time are included in this delightful arrangement that has a complimentary band arrangement by the same title. Winter Wonderland, I'll be Home for Christmas, Santa Claus is Comin' to Town, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas and It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year are featured in this tasteful arrangement. Solo opportunities abound and are cross-cued to allow your best players to shine, while the swing sections and jazz-inspired ballads will have your audience tapping their feet and singing these tunes long after the concert is over. This is certain to become a repertoire standard year after year! (8:30).
$3.00
A Most Wonderful Christmas: Bassoon
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Orchestra
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Christmas
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Robert Sheldon
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A Most Wonderful Christmas: Ba
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Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music
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SheetMusicPlus
Full Orchestra - Digital Download SKU: AX.00-PC-0016180_B1 Bassoon. Arranged by Robert Sheldon. Instructional. Part. 3 pages. Alfred Music - Digit...
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Full Orchestra - Digital Download SKU: AX.00-PC-0016180_B1 Bassoon. Arranged by Robert Sheldon. Instructional. Part. 3 pages. Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music #00-PC-0016180_B1. Published by Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music (AX.00-PC-0016180_B1). UPC: 038081323527.A fabulous medley for full orchestra or band and orchestra together! Some of the most popular Christmas selections of all time are included in this delightful arrangement that has a complimentary band arrangement by the same title. Winter Wonderland, I'll be Home for Christmas, Santa Claus is Comin' to Town, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas and It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year are featured in this tasteful arrangement. Solo opportunities abound and are cross-cued to allow your best players to shine, while the swing sections and jazz-inspired ballads will have your audience tapping their feet and singing these tunes long after the concert is over. This is certain to become a repertoire standard year after year! (8:30).
$3.00
A Most Wonderful Christmas: Mallets
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Orchestra
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Christmas
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Robert Sheldon
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A Most Wonderful Christmas: Ma
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Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music
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SheetMusicPlus
Full Orchestra - Digital Download SKU: AX.00-PC-0016180_M1 Mallets. Arranged by Robert Sheldon. Instructional. Part. 2 pages. Alfred Music - Digit...
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Full Orchestra - Digital Download SKU: AX.00-PC-0016180_M1 Mallets. Arranged by Robert Sheldon. Instructional. Part. 2 pages. Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music #00-PC-0016180_M1. Published by Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music (AX.00-PC-0016180_M1). UPC: 038081323527.A fabulous medley for full orchestra or band and orchestra together! Some of the most popular Christmas selections of all time are included in this delightful arrangement that has a complimentary band arrangement by the same title. Winter Wonderland, I'll be Home for Christmas, Santa Claus is Comin' to Town, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas and It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year are featured in this tasteful arrangement. Solo opportunities abound and are cross-cued to allow your best players to shine, while the swing sections and jazz-inspired ballads will have your audience tapping their feet and singing these tunes long after the concert is over. This is certain to become a repertoire standard year after year! (8:30).
$3.00
A Most Wonderful Christmas: 3rd F Horn
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Orchestra
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Christmas
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Robert Sheldon
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A Most Wonderful Christmas: 3r
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Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music
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SheetMusicPlus
Full Orchestra - Digital Download SKU: AX.00-PC-0016180_H3 3rd F Horn. Arranged by Robert Sheldon. Instructional. Part. 3 pages. Alfred Music - Di...
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Full Orchestra - Digital Download SKU: AX.00-PC-0016180_H3 3rd F Horn. Arranged by Robert Sheldon. Instructional. Part. 3 pages. Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music #00-PC-0016180_H3. Published by Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music (AX.00-PC-0016180_H3). UPC: 038081323527.A fabulous medley for full orchestra or band and orchestra together! Some of the most popular Christmas selections of all time are included in this delightful arrangement that has a complimentary band arrangement by the same title. Winter Wonderland, I'll be Home for Christmas, Santa Claus is Comin' to Town, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas and It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year are featured in this tasteful arrangement. Solo opportunities abound and are cross-cued to allow your best players to shine, while the swing sections and jazz-inspired ballads will have your audience tapping their feet and singing these tunes long after the concert is over. This is certain to become a repertoire standard year after year! (8:30).
$3.00
Symphony No. 6 ... The Penobscot River (2004) for chorus and orchestra
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Thomas Oboe Lee
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Symphony No. 6 ... The Penobsc
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Thomas Oboe Lee
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SheetMusicPlus
Full Orchestra - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.869295 Composed by Thomas Oboe Lee. 20th Century,Baroque,Classical,Contemporary,Romantic Period. Scor...
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Full Orchestra - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.869295 Composed by Thomas Oboe Lee. 20th Century,Baroque,Classical,Contemporary,Romantic Period. Score and parts. 149 pages. Thomas Oboe Lee #431379. Published by Thomas Oboe Lee (A0.869295). Instrumentation: 3222-4231-timp-2perc-hp-chorus-strings Program note:It has been a wonderful two years of thinking, learning and working on my Continental Harmony Project with the Bangor Symphony Orchestra. It is a rare occasion that a composer in the 21st century would receive a commission to write a musical work of such scale: a 40-minute piece for symphony orchestra, 200-plus chorus and a ballet company. At the Bangor Public Library I found some wonderful evocative 19th century texts for the chorus about the city of Bangor and its environs: the Penobscot River, Mt. Ktaadn, the logging industry, the native American culture, etc. At times I felt overwhelmed, but most of the times I was exuberant and quite inspired by the music that came forth in the process. The premiere is less than a month away, and I am looking forward to it. Susan Jonason, Executive Director of the Bangor Symphony, has made the occasion a very public one: a free concert on a Saturday evening! I hope the audience will go home humming the tunes from the work as they walk into the crisp, cool Bangor night.Formally the work is in five movements. The first, third and fifth movements are choral, and the two in between are orchestral. In the premiere, the Robinson Ballet will dance in the orchestral movements. The first movement is about the Penobscot River from winter to spring. The melting of the ice is a harbinger of things to come: warmer weather, for instance; but it has also contributed to a lot of flooding in the city of Bangor and its surroundings.The second movement is a waltz, a grand 19th century ballroom waltz for the ladies of the rich lumber barons. They come to the ball showing off their latest hats and gowns from London, Paris and Milan.The third movement is about the woods and the people who work in them. Thoreau’s text about Mt. Ktaadn is full of awesome thoughts about how nature is beautiful, yet unkind to man. It is followed by a J.G. Whittier lyric entitled The Logger’s Boast. The original song had twenty stanzas to it. I whittled it down to five. I don’t know what the original song sounded like, so I made up my own version of a lumberjack’s drinking song.The fourth movement is a wild, drunken polka. After a long week of working in the woods the lumbermen come back to the city and spend all their earnings on booze, women and gambling. And they dance the night away …The last movement begins with a funeral march for Joe Attien, a native American who was Thoreau’s guide when he came up here in the 1900’s. The work ends with a rousing march, a centennial hymn to the city of Bangor. God bless our city Bangor, now! On this its birthday morn …NB: The two ballet movements, II. La Valse and IV. Drunken Polka, are optional.
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