Silver Bells: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
Arranged by Rick Stitzel
Grade: 3-4
Item: 35-PK00412903
$55.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Silver Bells - Conductor Score (Full Score) | $7.50 | |
| Silver Bells - Vocal Solo | $6.00 | |
| Silver Bells - Alto Sax 1 | $6.00 | |
| Silver Bells - Alto Sax 2 | $6.00 | |
| Silver Bells - Tenor Sax 1 | $6.00 | |
| Silver Bells - Tenor Sax 2 | $6.00 | |
| Silver Bells - Baritone Sax | $6.00 | |
| Silver Bells - Trumpet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Silver Bells - Trumpet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Silver Bells - Trumpet 3 | $6.00 | |
| Silver Bells - Trumpet 4 | $6.00 | |
| Silver Bells - Trombone 1 | $6.00 | |
| Silver Bells - Trombone 2 | $6.00 | |
| Silver Bells - Trombone 3 | $6.00 | |
| Silver Bells - Trombone 4 | $6.00 | |
| Silver Bells - Guitar | $6.00 | |
| Silver Bells - Piano/Vocal | $6.00 | |
| Silver Bells - Bass | $6.00 | |
| Silver Bells - Drums | $6.00 | |
| Silver Bells - Tenor Sax Solo (Vocal Alt) | $6.00 |
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Description
This holiday classic has been recorded by countless jazz artists through the years. Arranged here in a medium tempo swing style, Rick's chart will sound great with limited rehearsal time.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00412903
More about this title
About the Arranger: Rick Stitzel
Rick Stitzel has built a reputation as an arranger who understands what working directors need: charts that sound polished without demanding excessive rehearsal time. His arrangements balance accessibility with genuine musical substance, making him a trusted voice for jazz educators looking to expand their repertoire without compromising quality.
Why we love this
Stitzel's swing interpretation of this familiar tune avoids the trap of arranging it to death while still delivering the sonic payoff your ensemble craves. The medium tempo keeps rhythmic execution manageable for groups working under real-world time constraints, and the voicings sit naturally across typical jazz instrumentation without requiring specialized doubling or uncommon instruments.
What to expect
Warm and inviting, with the relaxed swing feel that makes this song such a standard in jazz settings. The medium tempo creates space for players to breathe and phrase naturally rather than fighting to keep up, while the arrangement respects the song's essential character without losing its jazz identity.
Who it's for
Jazz ensembles working at grades 3-4 who want a holiday offering that feels genuine rather than condescending. Directors assembling winter concerts will appreciate having a recognizable crowd-pleaser that doesn't oversimplify the arrangement or demand weeks of rehearsal.
How to get the most out of it
- Keep the swing eighth notes relaxed and bouncy rather than mechanically precise; younger ensembles often need permission to lay back slightly on the backbeat to find that pocket.
- Balance the melody prominently enough that audiences immediately recognize the tune, especially in the first chorus when establishing the harmonic setting.
- Lock the rhythm section early in rehearsals so the horns have a solid foundation to build phrasing and articulation against.
How to use it
Position this as a first-half closer or second-half opener on a winter concert to shift the energy while maintaining accessibility. It pairs well alongside other seasonal selections, offering a contemporary jazz approach that contrasts nicely with more traditional holiday fare your band or choir might perform.
Skills your students will build
- Swing rhythmic feel and interpretation of jazz eighth notes
- Voicing balance and blend in a jazz ensemble context
- Phrasing and articulation appropriate to standard jazz vocabulary
- Reading through medium-tempo changes with functional harmonic movement