Deck the Hall: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

$48.00 USD

Deck the Hall: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Deck the Hall: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-33327
Price: 48.00 USD
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Traditional / arr. Peter Blair

Grade: 1 (Easy)

Item: 00-33327

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This outstanding arrangement of a traditional holiday favorite gets a Mannheim Steamroller twist. With a contemporary rock groove, beautiful harmony throughout, easy rhythms and ranges, a written 1st alto melody line, and a smooth modulation, this festive tune will create a successful holiday performance. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Series: First Year Charts for Jazz Ensemble

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 70

UPC: 038081374918

SKU: 00-33327

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About the Arranger: Peter Blair

Peter Blair brings decades of hands-on music education experience to his arranging work. His background spans teaching across multiple grade levels and holds degrees in music education from Carroll University and the University of Wisconsin. With over 70 published compositions and arrangements, Blair has built a reputation for creating accessible, engaging works commissioned by college, high school, and middle school ensembles nationwide.

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Why we love this

Blair's arrangement strips away complexity without sacrificing musicality. The contemporary rock groove paired with beautiful harmonies and straightforward ranges makes this a legitimate crowd pleaser that beginners can execute convincingly, and the Mannheim Steamroller influence gives you a distinctive sound that feels fresh for a holiday program.

What to expect

Energetic and contemporary, with the harmonic sophistication that signals jazz without the rhythmic or range barriers that intimidate newer players. The arrangement maintains the melody's familiarity while wrapping it in a groove that feels modern and engaging, bridging traditional holiday sensibility with contemporary sound.

Who it's for

First-year jazz ensemble students and directors building repertoire for young ensembles that need successful holiday material. The easy grade level and accessible ranges mean students can focus on jazz fundamentals like groove, blend, and phrasing without wrestling technical demands.

How to get the most out of it

Lock the rock groove in the rhythm section first; once the drums and bass establish the pocket, the horns will sit in the feel naturally.
Lean into the harmonic richness during sustained passages. Even though ranges are easy, the voicings deserve clarity and full voice production.
Use the smooth modulation as a structural moment for the audience; a slight tempo shift or dynamic lift can highlight the key change without overshooting it.
Balance the written 1st alto melody line so it sits above the section without dominating. The arrangement supports that voice, but blend matters.

How to use it

Perfect for early or mid-season holiday concerts when your ensemble is still building confidence. The straightforward structure works well as an opener or closer, and the festive energy pairs naturally with other seasonal selections aimed at younger players.