Holiday Celebrations: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$52.00 USD

Holiday Celebrations: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Holiday Celebrations: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-44156
Price: 52.00 USD
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Featuring: Jingle Bells / Coventry Carol / Oh Chanukah

Various / arr. Chris M. Bernotas

Grade: 2 (Medium Easy)

Item: 00-44156

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Holiday Celebrations will put your students and audience right in the holiday spirit. It features three well known songs of the seasons---the joyous "Jingle Bells," the hauntingly beautiful "Coventry Carol," and the driving "Oh Chanukah." Paying homage to both Christmas and Chanukah, your students can celebrate the holidays of the season with this exciting arrangement that will surely be a favorite on your next holiday concert. (3:00) Correlates to Book 2, level 2.

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Series: Sound Innovations for Concert Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 272

UPC: 038081505459

SKU: 00-44156

More about this title

About the Arranger: Chris M. Bernotas

Chris M. Bernotas leads instrumental publications at Alfred Music, where he shapes repertoire and resources for band and orchestra programs around the world. His work spans composing, arranging, conducting, and teaching, drawing on more than 25 years in music education to create music that works in real classrooms and on real stages.

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Why we love this

Bernotas knows exactly how to honor familiar melodies while keeping the ensemble engaged across all parts. The arrangement balances the joy of recognizable holiday tunes with genuine musical interest, so your band stays invested rather than sight-reading their way through the season.

What to expect

Three distinct emotional landscapes unfold: the bright, bouncing celebration of "Jingle Bells"; the quiet, ethereal beauty of "Coventry Carol" that stops the room; and the rhythmic drive of "Oh Chanukah" that sends the audience out on a high. The arrangement keeps energy flowing across the medley without feeling scattered.

Who it's for

Grade 2 concert bands looking for accessible holiday repertoire that respects both Christmas and Chanukah traditions. This works equally well for beginning high school ensembles or experienced middle school programs seeking something lighter and more festive than their main season programming.

How to get the most out of it

Bring out the melody in the upper woodwinds during "Jingle Bells" while keeping the lower voices rhythmically locked; the clarity of line matters more than volume at this level.
Slow the tempo slightly on "Coventry Carol" to let the harmonic color settle; students often rush when they hear a familiar tune.
Use the driving energy of "Oh Chanukah" to build ensemble confidence toward the final section; mark a clear dynamic swell into the last phrase so everyone commits together.

How to use it

Perfect as a standalone holiday concert opener or closer that feels substantial rather than filler. At three minutes, it anchors a winter program without overshadowing soloists or larger works, and the cultural inclusivity makes it a thoughtful choice for diverse communities.