Happy Holiday/White Christmas: Choral Instrumental Pak
By Irving Berlin / Arranged by Ed Lojeski
Item: 35-PK00128105
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Two of the all-time favorite Christmas selections combined in a fresh, creative setting! Ideal for any age level choral performance. Duration: ca. 3:05.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00128105
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About the Composer: Irving Berlin
Irving Berlin (1888-1989) shaped American popular music across eight decades, writing over 1,000 songs that defined the sound of stage and film. His gift for melody and his ability to capture the emotional core of a moment made his work enduringly singable; generations of students encounter his catalog not as historical artifact but as living repertoire. Berlin never learned to read or write music notation, yet his command of harmony and song structure influenced how choral arrangers approach American standards.
Why we love this
Ed Lojeski's arrangement brings these two iconic Berlin melodies together without sacrificing either one's character, creating a medley that feels inevitable rather than forced. The pacing and orchestration give singers real work to do while keeping the performance accessible across ability levels, and the three-minute runtime fits naturally into holiday concerts where time is precious. Audiences know these songs intimately, so the arrangement's fresh touches land without ever undermining the warmth people expect.
What to expect
Bright and nostalgic, with the comfort of recognition balanced by the pleasure of hearing familiar material reimagined. The arrangement honors both songs' gentle optimism while adding enough contemporary craft to feel current rather than purely retro.
Who it's for
Choirs looking for reliable, audience-approved holiday repertoire that doesn't require a massive ensemble or complex staging. Works equally well for high school, college, and adult community choirs seeking material that projects warmth without demanding technical extremity.
How to get the most out of it
- Prepare the choir on the harmonic transitions between the two songs; the shift happens quickly enough that singers need rehearsal time to track the modulation without losing confidence.
- Balance the rhythm section clearly in rehearsal so the piano or accompaniment track sits properly; clarity here supports both the vocals and the overall shape of the arrangement.
- Highlight the lyrical moments where the arrangement opens up; Berlin's melodies have natural breath points that give singers room to phrase expressively rather than mechanically.
How to use it
Perfect for the main section of a holiday concert where you want an uplifting moment that brings the audience into the spirit without veering into novelty. The medley structure also works well as a bridge piece between a traditional sacred carol and a secular closing number, or as a complete standalone set if your program needs breathing room.
Skills your students will build
- Singing through key changes while maintaining ensemble cohesion
- Interpreting Berlin's straightforward melodic phrasing within a rhythmically detailed arrangement
- Following harmonic movement that's tonal but not predictable