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On with the Snow! (A Medley): SATB Choral Octavo

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On with the Snow! (A Medley): SATB Choral Octavo

Featuring: Sleigh Ride / Winter Wonderland / Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!

Arr. Douglas E. Wagner

Item: 00-28686

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A great, straight-ahead medley of three best-loved Christmas songs. It's a quick-learn piece, always important when preparing holiday concerts. The piano accompaniment is simple and supportive, or get together with your band for a combined Christmas finale. It's the perfect choice.

Don't just read it, hear it, play along with it, and watch your students grow with it. In MakeMusic Cloud, On with the Snow! (A Medley): SATB Choral Octavo 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
UPC: 038081312309
SKU: 00-28686

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About the Arranger: Douglas E. Wagner

Douglas E. Wagner

Douglas E. Wagner studied music at Butler University, earning both undergraduate and graduate degrees before spending three decades as a high school music director and administrator in the Midwest. Since 1973, he has published over 3,500 compositions and arrangements across virtually every ensemble type: choir, band, orchestra, handbell ensemble, organ, piano, and voice. His prolific output has reached millions of performers worldwide, with his music heard regularly in concert halls, school auditoriums, and broadcast media across the United States and internationally.

Wagner now works full-time as a composer and arranger from his home in Indianapolis, Indiana. His deep background in school music education means his writing consistently serves the realities of rehearsal time, skill levels, and performance logistics that directors face each season. Across his vast catalog, teachers and students recognize his gift for creating pieces that are genuinely singable, musically satisfying, and achievable within realistic timeframes.

Why we love this

Wagner's medley format delivers three recognizable Christmas songs in a single, cohesive piece, which means one rehearsal unit accomplishes more programming ground. The straightforward arrangement lets singers focus on blend and balance rather than wrestling with complex harmony, freeing you to shape the sound and build ensemble confidence quickly. Pairing this with your band transforms it into a genuine concert finale, not just another choral moment.

What to expect

Cheerful and familiar, this medley wraps singers in beloved Christmas melodies that audiences immediately recognize and enjoy. The straightforward vocal lines and supportive accompaniment create an accessible, feel-good environment that lets the singers relax into the joy of holiday music. There's no struggle here, just bright, confident singing.

Who it's for

This medley works well for any SATB choir preparing a holiday concert on a tight schedule. High school, college, community, and church choirs all benefit from music that learns quickly without sacrificing musical integrity. It's especially practical when your band members want to participate in the choral finale.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the three song segments by marking slight tempo or dynamic shifts between them in rehearsal; this prevents the medley from feeling like three separate pieces strung together.
  • Work the choir and band together early if combining ensembles for the finale, even if only for a few sectional run-throughs, so both groups lock into the accompaniment style.
  • Keep the piano accompaniment transparent during the opening sections so voices carry the melody clearly; reserve fuller texture for the final combined statement.

How to use it

Place this as your concert closer when programming a holiday concert, particularly if your band will join for a grand finale. Its quick-learn quality makes it ideal for programs built late in the fall when rehearsal time is already stretched. The medley format also works well as an opener if you're building a shorter holiday assembly or community event.

Skills your students will build

  • Singing connected lines within a medley structure without losing musical continuity
  • Balancing harmony in straightforward SATB voicing
  • Ensemble coordination when singing with piano accompaniment
  • Quick music learning and confidence in holiday repertoire

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