Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Sheet Music Preview

Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!: Choral SoundPax

Words by Sammy Cahn, music by Jule Styne / arr. Alan Billingsley

Item: 00-PK-0005138

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Glee's second Christmas album features this seasonal favorite, as sung by Kurt (Chris Colfer) and Blaine (Darren Criss). Celebrate the season with this delightful high-energy arrangement of a holiday classic.

Don't just read it, hear it, play along with it, and watch your students grow with it. In MakeMusic Cloud, Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!: Choral SoundPax comes alive with professional accompaniment, adjustable tempo, and built-in practice tools that turn solo practice into real progress.

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Series: Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 12
SKU: 00-PK-0005138
Instrumentation: SoundPax

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About the Composer: Jule Styne

Jule Styne (1905-1975) composed music for Broadway, film, and popular standards that defined mid-twentieth-century American song. His gift for melody and his instinct for what makes a song immediately singable made him one of the most performed composers in choral and popular music. "Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!" remains one of his most recognizable works, written during World War II and instantly adopted into the holiday canon.

Styne's compositions reward performers with clear, memorable lines and harmonic language that sits naturally in the voice. His songs have become staples in choral programs, recitals, and holiday celebrations because they balance accessibility with genuine musical substance.

Why we love this

Alan Billingsley's high-energy arrangement captures the playful spirit that made this Glee performance memorable without sacrificing the warmth of the original song. The SoundPax format lets your choir hear themselves immediately in context, and the recorded accompaniment keeps ensemble lock tight even as the arrangement brings in contemporary vocal energy and rhythmic vitality.

What to expect

Bright, propulsive, and celebratory. Billingsley keeps the beloved melody front and center while wrapping it in contemporary rhythmic energy that echoes the arrangement's television origins. It's a song built on the simple joy of snow and companionship, delivered with enough modern vitality to keep the sentiment from feeling sentimental.

Who it's for

This arrangement works for choirs seeking contemporary holiday repertoire that still feels accessible and fun to sing. High school and community choirs looking for a seasonal crowd-pleaser will find a piece that balances musical substance with the kind of energy that gets audiences smiling.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the festive tempo against clarity of text; Billingsley's arrangement moves quickly, so mark phrase breathing points and release spots clearly so the ensemble stays together without rushing.
  • Use the recorded accompaniment to lock in the rhythmic feel, particularly in sections with syncopation or contemporary groove elements that differ from traditional holiday carol pacing.
  • Shape dynamic peaks around the melodic hooks rather than staying at full energy throughout; the contrast will make those sing-along moments land harder.
  • Emphasize the harmonic color that Billingsley brings to familiar moments; small changes in voicing or rhythm become ear-catching when they're highlighted intentionally.

How to use it

Program this as a closer or near-closer on a holiday concert; its energy and universality make it an ideal final piece to send the audience out smiling. It pairs well alongside other secular holiday standards but stands out enough to feel fresh and current on a traditional Christmas program.

Skills your students will build

  • Maintaining forward momentum in a contemporary arrangement while preserving phrase clarity
  • Interpreting harmonic color and texture changes within a familiar melody
  • Locking rhythm and ensemble balance with recorded accompaniment
  • Balancing solo spotlight moments with ensemble section singing

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