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Jingle Bells: Piano/Vocal/Chords

Amy Grant

Item: 00-XS-0000198

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The official matching songbook to Amy Grant's best-selling Christmas album. Play and sing her renditions of classic Christmas standards along with beloved hits like "A Christmas to Remember," "Grown-Up Christmas List," and "Tennessee Christmas." Contains four pages of beautiful color artwork, photos, and a special note from Amy.

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Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 104
SKU: 00-XS-0000198

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About the Composer: James Pierpont

James Pierpont (1822-1893) composed "Jingle Bells" in 1857, originally titled "One Horse Open Sleigh." The song emerged from a New England winter tradition and became one of the most recognizable melodies in American popular music. Pierpont's gift for writing memorable, singable melodies made this composition endure across generations and genres, from parlor piano to orchestral arrangements to contemporary pop recordings.

Why we love this

This official Amy Grant songbook captures arrangements by Jack Gold and Marty Paich that honor the original while delivering sophisticated harmonic and orchestral textures. The combination of melody line, chord symbols, and full piano accompaniment makes it accessible for singers and pianists at different levels, while the inclusion of liner notes and color photography adds context and personality that elevates the experience beyond a typical lead sheet collection.

What to expect

These arrangements blend the warmth and nostalgia of classic Christmas melodies with contemporary harmonic sophistication. Playing through the book feels like settling into the emotional landscape of Amy Grant's album: intimate, reflective, and genuinely joyful rather than aggressively festive.

Who it's for

Pianists and singers preparing holiday recitals, small ensemble performances, or casual seasonal repertoire will find these arrangements accessible and musically satisfying. Music teachers can use individual songs from this collection as teaching material for students learning to read lead sheets and chord symbols while performing recognized Christmas literature.

How to get the most out of it

  • Use the chord symbols to build flexible arrangements: singers can perform with a pianist playing full voicings, or guitarists can provide accompaniment while a vocalist leads.
  • Balance the melody line with the harmonic richness of the piano part. The arranged accompaniments deserve space to breathe rather than being buried beneath the vocal line.
  • Reference Amy Grant's original recordings to hear how phrasing and dynamics shape these familiar songs in her interpretations, then make intentional choices about whether to follow or adapt her approach for your own performance.

How to use it

Select individual songs from this collection to round out a winter concert program, pairing one or two arrangements alongside holiday repertoire from different traditions or eras. The diverse catalog within one book means you can audition multiple options and build a cohesive set without purchasing separate octavos or lead sheets.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading lead sheets with melody line, chord symbols, and full piano accompaniment simultaneously
  • Interpreting harmonic progressions and voicing choices from arranged accompaniments
  • Coordinating vocal phrasing with piano rhythms and harmonic movement
  • Adapting familiar melodies across different keys and instrumental textures

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