A Christmas Procession - Dona Nobis Pacem / Silent Night: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
Dona Nobis Pacem / Silent Night
Arranged by Kurt Heinecke
Grade: 3
Item: 98-PK-RWS2271
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Description
Create a lasting memory with this procession that combines the Dona Nobis Pacem round Grant us Peace with Silent Night. Easily memorized parts allow your string players to process down the aisles as they introduce each part of this beautiful round, followed by leading the audience in the singing of Silent Night. Created for Vince Gill's and Amy Grant's annual Christmas concerts, and dedicated to Amy, this concert closer garnered a standing ovation every time it was performed at Nashville's famous Ryman Auditorium.
Original Item#: RWS-2271-00
Original Item#: RWS-2271-00
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Additional Details
Series:
RWS - Concert Strings
Publisher:
RWS Music Company
SKU:
98-PK-RWS2271
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Why we love this
This arrangement does something rare: it turns a processional into genuine theater without sacrificing musicality. Your string players move through the hall playing a round they can execute with confidence, then pivot to lead the audience in a beloved carol. The combination earned standing ovations at the Ryman for good reason, and your audience will feel the intentionality behind every moment.
What to expect
The opening unfolds like a prayer procession, with each string section joining in staggered, overlapping phrases that build into the familiar Dona Nobis Pacem round. The shift to Silent Night lands with quiet reverence, drawing the audience into the carol as the string players transition from performers in motion to leaders of a shared musical moment.
Who it's for
String orchestras at Grade 3 looking for a concert finale that combines processional drama with accessible musicality. Directors who want their students to experience playing while moving, and who seek repertoire that invites meaningful audience participation.
How to get the most out of it
- Rehearse the processional sections separately before blocking the actual movement. Once players are secure with their entrances and round parts, add the physical staging.
- Use the easy-to-memorize parts as your rehearsal advantage. Players can look up from their stands to navigate the aisles or make eye contact with the conductor while moving.
- Shape the transition from the Dona Nobis Pacem round into Silent Night with a clear tempo and dynamic shift. The contrast between the layered round and the unison carol should feel intentional, not accidental.
- Have your concert master or a designated leader establish sightlines during the processional so all string players can follow the conductor and each other while moving.
How to use it
This works best as your final selection on a winter or holiday concert. The processional element and audience singalong create a natural high point that feels celebratory without being rushed. Consider pairing it with shorter festive pieces earlier in the program to build toward this closer.
Skills your students will build
- Playing while moving through space without losing ensemble cohesion
- Entering and maintaining a round with staggered part entrances
- Leading a non-musician audience through a melodic line with clarity and confidence
- Transitioning between contrasting tempos and textures (round to hymn-style carol)