Santa's Rockin': 2-Part Choral Octavo

Name: Santa's Rockin': 2-Part Choral Octavo
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-SVM05018
Price: 1.60 USD
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Music by Lois Brownsey and Marti Lunn Lantz

Level: Moderately Easy

Item: 00-SVM05018

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A little rock 'n roll Santa is sure to liven up your upcoming holiday concerts. From his North Pole workshop to his deliveries around the globe it's a rockin' good look at the jolly ol' man and his annual trek.

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Publisher: Alfred Music

UPC: 654979088103

SKU: 00-SVM05018

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About the Composer: Lois Brownsey

Lois Brownsey and Marti Lunn Lantz form a songwriting team with decades of experience crafting accessible, engaging choral music for school and community ensembles. Brownsey's background spans musical theatre, studio musicianship, and live performance across pop, rock, and blues contexts, giving her deep familiarity with styles that resonate with younger singers. The pair have built a catalog of seasonal works and world music arrangements published by Alfred, including "Winter's Frost," "Japanese Snow Song," and "The Colors of Winter," alongside thematic song collections like Celebrations around the World and Inventions Rock.

Based in Pennsylvania, Brownsey continues to be active in arts and community life while co-owning Red Rock Recording Studios with her husband Kent Heckman, an engineer who has worked on countless Alfred projects. Her experience writing commercial jingles and performing across multiple genres informs her ability to write music that appeals to student singers while maintaining musical integrity.

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Why we love this

The rock idiom gives this holiday piece genuine appeal to young singers who might otherwise find Christmas music predictable. The creative premise (Santa's global adventure told through an uptempo lens) keeps the energy fresh and fun without undermining the seasonal spirit, and the 2-part voicing keeps everyone engaged without drowning out the character of the arrangement.

What to expect

A playful, high-energy romp through Santa's year with driving rock rhythms and a storytelling arc that keeps the mood light and joyful. The instrumentation and groove evoke classic rock radio, making it feel like something the singers actually want to perform rather than a dutiful holiday obligation.

Who it's for

Middle school and upper elementary choirs looking to program something that feels current and fun while staying appropriate for the holiday season. This works equally well for community choirs and church groups who want to reach younger audiences with a fresh take on Christmas repertoire.

How to get the most out of it

Nail the rhythmic pocket by locking the ensemble into a consistent backbeat; have singers tap the off-beat while they learn their parts so the groove lands naturally.
Let the recorded accompaniment establish the tempo and rock feel first, then have singers learn their lines against it rather than drilling unaccompanied.
Emphasize clarity in the lyrics, especially the narrative moments that tell Santa's story; crisp diction makes the humor and movement of the piece land with the audience.
Keep the energy level consistent from start to finish; this is a performance piece that thrives on momentum, so avoid letting tempos sag between sections.

How to use it

Position this as an opening number or second set piece to energize your audience early and signal that your holiday concert will surprise them. Pair it with one or two quieter, more traditional carols to create dynamic contrast and demonstrate your choir's range.