A Dashing Gallop: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$70.00 USD

A Dashing Gallop: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: A Dashing Gallop: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-50328
Price: 70.00 USD
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Featuring Jingle Bells

By James Pierpont / arr. Patrick Roszell

Grade: 2

Item: 00-50328

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Open your holiday concert or use it for a bold conclusion, A Dashing Gallop, by Patrick Roszell, imagines the age-old holiday classic "Jingle Bells" in a quasi-gallop/march style. Ring in the holiday season with this dynamic holiday arrangement! (2:00)

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Series: Belwin Young Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

ISBN10: 1-4706-5902-6

ISBN13: 978-1-4706-5902-8

UPC: 038081576282

SKU: 00-50328

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About the Composer: James Pierpont

James Pierpont (1822–1893) composed "Jingle Bells" in 1857, originally titled "The One Horse Open Sleigh." Written in Medford, Massachusetts, the song became one of America's most recognizable melodies and remains a cornerstone of holiday music across all genres and ensembles.

Pierpont's gift was for melody that sticks with listeners and transcends its original context. "Jingle Bells" has been arranged countless times for orchestras, bands, choirs, and solo instruments, proving the strength of a tune that captures the spirited joy of winter.

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Why we love this

Patrick Roszell's arrangement strips away the sleigh-ride sentiment and leans hard into forward momentum, transforming a familiar tune into something that demands energy and precision from your band. At Grade 2, the writing is transparent enough that every section contributes to the gallop without drowning in technical demands. This is the kind of opener or closer that gives your audience a jolt and reminds your musicians why they signed up.

What to expect

Brisk, celebratory energy with a military march swagger. The gallop meter and straightforward harmonic language create something that feels both nostalgic and modern, inviting audiences to tap their feet while your musicians lean into the forward motion.

Who it's for

Band directors looking for a high-energy holiday number that works as a concert opener or closer without requiring a full concert's worth of rehearsal time. Grade 2 ensembles will find the parts accessible while still feeling substantial enough to perform with confidence.

How to get the most out of it

Establish a crisp, driving pulse from the downbeat. The quasi-gallop style lives or dies with rhythmic clarity from the percussion section and lower winds.
Balance the melody so it cuts through the accompaniment without overwhelming it. The tune is strong enough to carry the arrangement if given space to breathe.
Pay attention to the march-like articulation cues. Clean, unified tonguing in the faster passages tightens the ensemble sound considerably.
Manage dynamics carefully in the opening phrases to build toward the main section. Restraint at the start pays dividends when you open the sound up later.

How to use it

Open your December concert with this to set an upbeat tone immediately, or save it for the final number as a triumphant send-off. It pairs well alongside other Grade 2 holiday selections and stands alone effectively if you're programming a shorter concert or pops event.