A Christmas Festival: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$57.00 USD

A Christmas Festival: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: A Christmas Festival: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-48171
Price: 57.00 USD
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By Leroy Anderson / arr. Jason Scott

Grade: 1 (Easy)

Item: 00-48171

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Highlights from Leroy Anderson's revered holiday overture have been scored for younger players. In just over two minutes, this holiday classic offers many teachable moments, including staccato and accented articulations, tone quality, and a broad range of dynamic levels. Happy holidays! (2:15) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Series: Pop Beginning Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 132

ISBN10: 1-4706-5665-5

ISBN13: 978-1-4706-5665-2

UPC: 038081553788

SKU: 00-48171

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About the Composer: Leroy Anderson

Leroy Anderson (1908-1975) was an American composer and conductor whose gift for orchestration and melodic invention made him one of the most performed composers of light classical music. His works, often featuring clever orchestral colors and witty musical gestures, have become staples of pops concerts and holiday programming worldwide. Anderson's ability to craft accessible yet sophisticated music made him a natural fit for educational arrangements, allowing younger musicians to experience the craftsmanship of a master orchestrator.

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Why we love this

Jason Scott's arrangement captures Anderson's orchestral sparkle at a level your Grade 1 band can actually execute. In just over two minutes, you get genuine teaching content (staccato, accents, dynamic contrast) wrapped in music that sounds and feels like a real holiday celebration, not a watered-down version of something better.

What to expect

Bright, festive energy with moments of genuine warmth. The melody lines sing clearly over supportive accompaniment, and the interplay of staccato and legato creates a playful character that feels both celebratory and musical.

Who it's for

Grade 1 bands ready for holiday programming that doesn't sacrifice musicality for accessibility. This works well for younger high school groups, middle school concert bands, or any ensemble still building foundational technique but eager to play music audiences recognize and love.

How to get the most out of it

Shape the staccato articulations with clear separation and consistent tongue placement across all sections; crisp, unified staccatos sound polished and energetic.
Bring the accented notes forward with intentional breath support and slight dynamic lift; these punctuate the melody and keep the forward momentum alive.
Balance the range of dynamic levels carefully by marking your parts with specific volume targets (mark exactly where you want to reach p, mp, f) so younger players aren't guessing.
Use the recorded accompaniment (available separately) to establish tempo consistency and let students lock into the groove before you add conductor interpretation.

How to use it

Program this as a winter concert opener or closer to set a holiday mood without eating up your time. At just over two minutes, it pairs beautifully with longer works or as part of a holiday medley, and the recognizable tune means your audience connects immediately.