Christmas Lights: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$95.00 USD

Christmas Lights: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Christmas Lights: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 98-B1563
Price: 95.00 USD
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Arranged by Chris Sharp

Grade: 4

Item: 98-B1563

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Celebrate the holidays in classical/rock fusion style with this clever medley of carols that also includes optional electric guitar! Inspired by the computer-controlled holiday lighting displays set to driving rock "soundtracks," the music draws inspiration from the likes of Mannheim Steamroller and The Trans-Siberian Orchestra. Featuring Carol of the Bells, Coventry Carol, Toyland and Good Christian Men, Rejoice, this is the perfect way to close your concert, especially if you decide to let your electric guitar player loose!

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Series: FJH Concert Band

Publisher: The FJH Music Company, Inc.

SKU: 98-B1563

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About the Composer: Chris Sharp

Chris Sharp holds a doctorate and has built a career at the intersection of classical training and commercial music production. His eleven years as a performing trombonist and band leader at Walt Disney World gave him firsthand experience in arranging and orchestrating for diverse audiences, work he has continued across Disney parks worldwide since 1984. He has also composed and arranged for major entertainment companies including Universal Studios and Ringling Brothers, as well as prestigious ensembles like the Boston Pops and the USAF Airmen of Note.

Sharp maintains deep roots in music education as Director of Bands at Polk State College, where he also teaches theory, technology, and arranging. His arrangements appear regularly at the Midwest Clinic and have earned multiple ASCAP Plus awards. His experience as a clinician, guest conductor, and adjudicator for organizations like Bands of America reflects his standing in the American band world.

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Why we love this

Sharp knows how to write for the ensemble and the audience simultaneously. The rock-influenced orchestration and optional electric guitar part give your band a modern energy without sacrificing musical substance, while the familiar carol melodies ensure immediate connection with holiday audiences. It's the kind of closer that makes people remember the concert.

What to expect

Imagine holiday lights pulsing to a rock beat. The music captures that visual energy with swirling orchestration and syncopated grooves that feel modern and alive, even as the familiar carol melodies anchor the piece emotionally. It's celebratory without being saccharine.

Who it's for

Band directors who want a holiday concert finale with personality and contemporary appeal. This works for groups at the Grade 4 level that have secure rhythm reading and enough maturity to handle the stylistic shifts between reverent carols and driving rock grooves.

How to get the most out of it

Balance the rock elements with clarity. The driving rhythms and heavier instrumentation can easily overshadow the carol melodies, so set your brass dynamics thoughtfully and ensure the lead voices cut through during tutti passages.
If using the optional electric guitar, rehearse it separately first so the player understands their role as a soloist pushing the ensemble rather than blending into it. This isn't background music.
Pay attention to rhythmic precision in the syncopated sections. The Mannheim Steamroller influence shows up in the arrangement's pocket and swing, which requires your rhythm section to lock in tightly.

How to use it

Reserve this for your final piece on the holiday concert. It has the energy and entertainment value to send the audience out feeling the season's energy, especially if you've programmed more traditional selections earlier in the evening. The optional electric guitar part also gives you flexibility to feature a student soloist if you have one available.