Frosty the Snowman: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
Words and music by Steve Nelson and Jack Rollins / arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle
Grade: 2
Item: 00-PK-0008948
$60.00
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Description
This light-hearted arrangement of Frosty the Snowman is very approachable and includes melodic material that weaves its way throughout the ensemble. Carrie Lane Gruselle has also added optional easy percussion, which is quite effective, especially in the fun, jazzy swing finale that students and audiences will love. (2:00)
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Series:
MakeMusic Intermediate Strings
Publisher:
MakeMusic Publications
SKU:
00-PK-0008948
More about this title
About the Composer: Steve Nelson
Steve Nelson co-wrote "Frosty the Snowman" with Jack Rollins in 1950, creating one of the most enduring holiday standards in American popular music. The song has been recorded thousands of times across multiple genres and continues to define the sound of winter celebrations for generations of listeners and performers.
Why we love this
Carrie Lane Gruselle's arrangement respects the song's infectious melody while distributing it strategically across the ensemble, so every section gets a moment to shine. The optional percussion and jazzy swing finale transform what could be a straightforward holiday tune into something genuinely fun to rehearse and perform, keeping both students and audiences engaged.
What to expect
The arrangement captures the playful energy of the original without losing the charm that makes "Frosty" so universally beloved. When the ensemble hits that jazzy swing finale, the piece transforms into something genuinely rhythmic and modern, striking a balance between holiday nostalgia and contemporary style.
Who it's for
String orchestra directors teaching students in Grade 2 who want a holiday selection that's accessible but doesn't sacrifice musical engagement. This arrangement works equally well for ensembles looking to build swing style experience and for programs that need a crowd-pleasing finale piece.
How to get the most out of it
- Bring out the swing feel in the finale by working with your rhythm section on the articulation and relaxed phrasing that defines jazz style; this section rewards a loose, bouncy approach rather than classical precision.
- Balance the melody-weaving passages carefully so that whichever section carries the tune can be heard without drowning out the harmonic support beneath it.
- If you include the optional percussion parts, use them as an opportunity to highlight the percussion students' contribution to ensemble color and forward momentum.
How to use it
Use this as a winter concert closer where you want audiences to leave smiling and energized rather than in a contemplative mood. It pairs well with more serious holiday selections earlier in the program and provides a natural showcase for students who've been building their rhythmic and stylistic flexibility throughout the season.
Skills your students will build
- Following melodic material across multiple instrumental lines
- Executing swing style rhythms and articulation
- Balancing melody and accompaniment textures
- Coordinate ensemble articulation in rhythmically driven passages
- Reading optional percussion parts and coordinating with strings