Do You Want to Build a Snowman? (from Frozen) (arr. Johnnie Vinson): Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by Kristen Bell, Agatha Lee Monn Katie Lopez / Arranged by Johnnie Vinson
Grade: 1.5
Item: 35-PK00292267
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About the Artist: Kristen Bell, Agatha Lee Monn Katie Lopez
Kristen Bell voices Anna in Disney's Frozen, bringing warmth and comedic timing to one of the film's most memorable characters. Her performance of "Do You Want to Build a Snowman?" became iconic with audiences worldwide, capturing the song's blend of humor, heart, and childlike wonder that defines the film.
Why we love this
Vinson's arrangement preserves the song's infectious joy while keeping the technical demands accessible for young ensembles. Your students will recognize it instantly, stay engaged throughout rehearsals, and experience the satisfaction of performing a contemporary favorite that actually sounds like the original.
What to expect
Playful and earnest at once, just like the scene it comes from. The melody bounces with optimism while the harmonies add enough sophistication to keep the piece musically substantive and genuinely fun to perform together.
Who it's for
Grade 1.5 ensembles looking for engaging, recognizable repertoire that doesn't oversimplify the arrangement. This works equally well for concert programs, winter festivals, or pep band performances where contemporary music connects with audiences.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the melody line across sections so the familiar tune cuts through the accompaniment without overshadowing the harmonic support underneath.
- Keep the tempo steady at a walking pace; resist the urge to rush during the rhythmically busier passages where it's easy to accelerate.
- Shape the phrasing in four-bar units to mirror the vocal melody and give the arrangement a natural, song-like quality rather than a mechanical feel.
- Mark dynamics carefully in rehearsal since the arrangement relies on contrasts between softer verses and fuller tutti moments to maintain interest.
How to use it
Pair this with other accessible pop or film arrangements to create a contemporary music set that appeals to student musicians and audiences alike. It's ideal for winter concerts, family-friendly performances, or as a morale-booster in rehearsals when you need something the ensemble already knows and loves.
Skills your students will build
- Playing sustained harmonic lines in accompaniment parts
- Maintaining steady tempo through syncopated rhythmic figures
- Shaping a melody with natural phrasing and breathing
- Balancing melody and harmony in a mixed texture
- Reading and executing straightforward Grade 1.5 articulations and dynamics