Appalachian Snowfall: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
As Performed by Trans-Siberian Orchestra
Words and music by Paul O'Neill and Robert Kinkel / arr. Bob Phillips and George Megaw
Grade: 3 (Medium Easy)
Item: 00-PK-0007322
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Description
From their album The Christmas Attic, this driving, energetic Trans-Siberian Orchestra holiday treasure will bring the house down. Including the optional electric violin, guitar, and bass parts will only enhance the authenticity of your performance. The repetitive driving rhythms set the foundation for an exciting opener or closer for your holiday concert. (4:00)
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Additional Details
Series:
Pop Concert Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
260
SKU:
00-PK-0007322
More about this title
About the Composer: Paul O'Neill
Paul O'Neill co-founded Trans-Siberian Orchestra in 1996 and has been the driving creative force behind the ensemble's distinctive blend of classical music, rock energy, and theatrical storytelling. His compositions for TSO have introduced millions of listeners to orchestral rock, positioning him as a significant figure in modern holiday music programming.
Why we love this
This arrangement captures the propulsive swagger of the original recording while remaining accessible at Grade 3, giving your band a legitimate rock energy rather than a watered-down approximation. The optional electric violin, guitar, and bass parts let you scale the production to your resources, and the four-minute runtime makes it an ideal concert anchor that audiences will recognize and remember.
What to expect
Propulsive and anthemic, with layers of driving rhythm that build momentum rather than let up. The piece has the confidence of a stadium arrangement scaled down to ensemble size, evoking holiday energy without sentimentality.
Who it's for
Concert bands at the intermediate level who want to program a contemporary holiday piece with authentic rock credentials and immediate audience appeal. This works equally well for bands building confidence in pop and rock repertoire as for those seeking a high-energy concert closer.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the rhythm section (percussion and low brass) into a tight, driving pulse; the repetitive foundation is what sells this piece, so consistency matters more than nuance in the grooves.
- Balance the melody line so it sits above the rhythmic texture without overpowering it; think broadcast mix rather than classical transparency.
- If you have the optional electric parts, rehearse them separately to ensure they sit cleanly in the rock voicing before blending with the full band.
- Maintain energy throughout the repeat sections; this piece lives on momentum, so avoid letting dynamics sag on familiar material.
How to use it
Program this as a concert closer during your winter or holiday performances; its recognizable source material and four-minute length make it a crowd-pleaser without consuming valuable concert time. It pairs effectively with traditional holiday fare, offering stylistic contrast and a modern voice alongside classical selections.
Skills your students will build
- Precision in rock and pop rhythmic styles
- Balancing melody and repetitive accompaniment patterns
- Maintaining energy across repeated sections
- Integration of optional auxiliary instruments into ensemble texture