A Charlie Brown Christmas: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$87.00 USD

A Charlie Brown Christmas: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: A Charlie Brown Christmas: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-CB9835
Price: 87.00 USD
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Arr. Carl Strommen

Grade: 3 (Medium)

Item: 00-CB9835

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Each year at the time of the holiday season, those lovable Peanuts® characters find their way into the homes of millions of fans through their famous television specials. Charlie and his friends are musically accompanied by great songs (arranged here by Carl Strommen), such as Linus and Lucy * Skating * Christmas Time Is Here * O Tannenbaum. (4:58)

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Series: Pop Symphonic Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 344

ISBN10: 0-7579-3375-0

ISBN13: 978-0-7579-3375-2

UPC: 029156951769

SKU: 00-CB9835

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About the Arranger: Carl Strommen

Carl Strommen's arrangements and compositions appear regularly in concert halls, on television, and in film across North America and internationally. His work spans band, orchestra, jazz ensemble, and vocal music, earning him consistent recognition through the annual ASCAP Standard Writers Award and making him one of the most frequently programmed composer-arrangers in the field.

Strommen has shaped music education as an adjunct professor of orchestration and composition at C.W. Post Campus of Long Island University while maintaining an active schedule as a clinician and commission writer. He holds a degree from the City College of New York and brings decades of practical experience to every arrangement he creates.

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Why we love this

Strommen captures the warmth and charm of the Peanuts universe without oversimplifying the material. The Grade 3-4 level sits in that sweet spot where developing ensembles get to play genuinely memorable melodies while building musicianship through accessible but well-crafted parts.

What to expect

A nostalgic journey through one of television's most cherished holiday traditions. The arrangement honors the gentle humor and emotional core of the Peanuts special while giving each section of the band moments to shine, from the bouncy energy of "Linus and Lucy" to the reflective beauty of "Christmas Time Is Here."

Who it's for

Concert bands at the high school or upper middle school level looking to program something that connects with audiences across generations. Directors seeking repertoire that engages students in playing recognizable, musically satisfying material without requiring virtuosic facility.

How to get the most out of it

Balance the familiar melodies so they sing through the texture; these tunes are beloved for a reason, and the audience will notice if they're buried.
Pay attention to the transitions between movements. Strommen's arrangement likely includes sectional breaks or key shifts that need clear ensemble communication to avoid rushing or dragging.
Use the holiday context as a springboard for phrasing. Even at this level, questions about what "Linus and Lucy" should feel like in December (cheerful? nostalgic? both?) can deepen the band's interpretive choices.

How to use it

Program this as the anchor of a winter concert that mixes holiday standards with contemporary works. The material appeals equally to family audiences and serious musicians, making it ideal for holiday pops concerts or as a crowd-pleasing opener before more substantial repertoire.