Swingin' Wonderland: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

This medley tackles swing style in an accessible way that doesn't feel forced or overly academic. Kamuf's experience teaching young bands for three decades shows in every bar: the parts are playable, the style markers are clear, and the two tunes complement each other musically rather than feeling stitched together. Directors will appreciate the flexibility to program the medley as written or perform each tune separately, giving you options based on rehearsal time and performance context.

Bright, swinging, and celebratory. The arrangement captures the nostalgia of these two holiday standards while giving them a jazzy lift that keeps the energy moving. You'll hear the familiar melodies emerge clearly against an ensemble backdrop that feels contemporary rather than precious.

Beginning and developing concert bands, especially those performing mid-year and looking to introduce swing style in a fun, holiday context. The Grade 1.5 level keeps parts accessible while the arrangement structure supports ensemble cohesion and style learning.

• Lock the rhythm section (bass and drums, or their written parts) first during early rehearsals so the swing feel has a solid foundation before the full band joins in.
• Emphasize the difference between the straight eighth notes in the melodic sections and the swing eighth notes in the ensemble parts; have students listen to a reference recording to hear the distinction clearly.
• Shape the dynamics throughout the medley to create energy shifts between the two tunes; avoid a flat dynamic level that can make the piece feel listless.
• Balance the horns against the reeds in sections where they trade material so both colors come through without one overwhelming the other.

Program this as a winter concert highlight or standalone holiday performance. The medley format and accessible difficulty level make it ideal for mid-year concerts when you want to showcase style versatility alongside more traditional concert band repertoire without derailing your rehearsal schedule.

• Swing eighth-note feel and style articulation
• Ensemble balance and blend in jazz-influenced textures
• Reading and executing rhythmic syncopation within a tonal framework
• Listening and responding to recorded accompaniment cues
• Dynamics control to shape phrasing across a medley structure