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Bad Elf!: Flexible Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

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Bad Elf!: Flexible Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Bad Elf!: Flexible Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

By Bryce Newton

Grade: 1

Item: 98-RWS204600

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Description
A humorous and creative holiday selection combining "Up on the Housetop" and "Good King Wenceslas". Using the first six notes introduced in most method books, Bryce Newton has crafted a piece that is educational and fun for your musicians first holiday performance, The limited instrumentation works well for more mature groups with limited rehearsal time. Festive and entertaining, "Bad Elf!" will be a valuable addition to your next holiday program.

Original Item#: RWS-2046-00

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Series: RWS - Custom Concert Band
Publisher: RWS Music Company
ISBN10: 1-4706-9363-1
ISBN13: 978-1-4706-9363-3
UPC: 038081609485
SKU: 98-RWS204600

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Why we love this

Newton understands what makes a first holiday performance memorable: music that sounds festive and polished without demanding weeks of rehearsal. The clever mashup of two familiar melodies keeps players engaged while the limited instrumentation and first-six-notes constraint remove barriers that often frustrate young musicians early in the season.

What to expect

Lighthearted and spirited, with two beloved melodies woven together in a way that feels surprising and playful. The piece captures the joy of the season without veering into overly sentimental territory, keeping energy high and keeping young musicians smiling while they play.

Who it's for

First-year band students performing their inaugural holiday concert, or more experienced ensembles working under tight rehearsal schedules who want something festive without complexity. The Grade 1 level and limited note range make it accessible for any concert band with mixed ability.

How to get the most out of it

  • Lean into the humorous character by allowing articulations to be crisp and playful; the 'bad elf' premise invites a lighter touch rather than solemn execution.
  • Balance the two melodic themes so neither dominates; ensemble blend matters more than individual prominence at this level.
  • Use the flexible instrumentation feature strategically by assigning parts based on what your section players can handle, rather than doubling everything uniformly.

How to use it

Open a holiday concert with this to set an upbeat, entertaining tone before moving into more substantial repertoire, or close the first half as a palate cleanser. Its approachable nature makes it an ideal bridge between your opening processional and deeper concert pieces.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading limited pitch sets (first six notes of the instrument)
  • Ensemble balance and blend at the Grade 1 level
  • Rhythmic accuracy in simple meters
  • Flexible instrumentation adaptation and part assignment awareness

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