Little Jack Frost (Get Lost): Choral Instrumental Pak
Arranged by Jacob Narverud
Item: 35-PK00369885
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Little Jack Frost Get Lost
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00369885
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About the Arranger: Jacob Narverud
Jacob Narverud brings a distinctive voice to contemporary choral music as both composer and arranger. Based in Kansas, he founded and directs the Tallgrass Chamber Choir, a professional ensemble drawing musicians across the Great Plains, while also serving as editor for Santa Barbara Music Publishing. His arrangements and original works have earned commissions from over fifty choral ensembles in the United States, Australia, and Japan, establishing him as a prolific voice in the field.
Narverud's catalog has achieved remarkable reach; his pieces perform regularly across skill levels and geographic boundaries, making him a signature artist at Musicnotes. His output demonstrates consistent craftsmanship in writing for choir, whether creating fresh interpretations of existing material or composing original works that resonate with directors seeking substantive, musically rewarding repertoire.
Why we love this
Narverud's arrangement strips away the predictable holiday arrangement formula in favor of something with genuine character and singability. This version invites your singers to inhabit a cheeky, theatrical moment without requiring elaborate staging or technical wizardry, making it accessible for groups ranging from middle school to community ensembles.
What to expect
Playful defiance meets winter whimsy. The arrangement captures a mischievous energy where Jack Frost refuses to cooperate, complete with instrumental color that suggests both frosty sparkle and comic resistance. It's charming without being saccharine, theatrical without demanding elaborate production.
Who it's for
Directors programming holiday concerts who want something beyond the standard reverential carol, and ensembles (middle school through adult community choirs) with basic to intermediate musicianship. Works equally well for groups seeking a lighter moment in their winter program or those building an entire concert around narrative and character-driven selections.
How to get the most out of it
- Lean into the humor. Jack Frost's indignation at being told to disappear thrives on performers who commit to the personality of the text, so encourage your singers to treat this less like a carol and more like a playful dramatic scene.
- Balance the instrumental parts carefully so they support rather than overshadow the choral line; this arrangement works best when the words remain the primary focus.
- Consider staging the soloist or a small vocal group front and center during verses to heighten the comedic confrontation at the heart of the piece.
How to use it
Pair this in the second half of your concert after more substantial fare; audiences appreciate the tonal shift and the opportunity to smile. It works beautifully in a sequence with other character or narrative pieces, or as a standalone moment of levity that demonstrates your singers' musicality and personality.
Skills your students will build
- Rhythmic precision in accompaniment writing and instrumental independence from the vocal line
- Diction clarity and text expression to convey character and humor
- Ensemble balance between sung and instrumental layers
- Interpretation of mood and dramatic intent through musical choices