The Little Drummer Boy: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by Toby Keith / As performed by Gloria Gaynor / As performed by Wilson Phillips / As performed by Josh Groban featuring Andy McKee / As performed by Katherine K. Davis, Henry Onorati and Harry Simeone / Arranged by Leonard Slatkin
Grade: 2
Item: 35-PK00319555
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| The Little Drummer Boy - Conductor Score (Full Score) | $6.00 | |
| The Little Drummer Boy - Piano | $7.00 | |
| The Little Drummer Boy - Violin 1 | $7.00 | |
| The Little Drummer Boy - Violin 2 | $7.00 | |
| The Little Drummer Boy - Violin 3 (Viola Treble Clef) | $7.00 | |
| The Little Drummer Boy - Viola | $7.00 | |
| The Little Drummer Boy - Cello | $7.00 | |
| The Little Drummer Boy - Bass | $7.00 | |
| The Little Drummer Boy - Percussion | $7.00 |
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Description
Hal Leonard is pleased to introduce this new series by renowned conductor Leonard Slatkin, long known for his commitment to music education. Maestro Slatkin's arrangement of the beloved "Little Drummer Boy" features a piano soloist with youth orchestra accompaniment, in a non-traditional, creative setting that brings a new and fresh approach to your Christmas repertoire. Let your students enjoy the musical touch of one of our most esteemed orchestra conductors.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00319555
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About the Artist: Toby Keith
Toby Keith is a country music artist with a career spanning multiple decades and a deep connection to American musical traditions. His interpretations of beloved songs have introduced generations to classic repertoire across genres.
Why we love this
Leonard Slatkin's involvement elevates this arrangement far beyond the typical holiday filler. Having one of America's most respected orchestral voices reimagine this carol through a piano soloist lens gives your students access to fresh interpretive thinking while still honoring the song's essential character. The Grade 2 accessibility means your ensemble can engage with professional-level musicianship without getting bogged down in technical barriers.
What to expect
Intimate yet expansive. The piano soloist creates a conversational quality, as though a talented student is inviting the ensemble into a personal musical moment. The arrangement avoids saccharine territory entirely, instead offering a reflective, almost contemplative take on the carol.
Who it's for
Young orchestras ready to tackle a recognizable holiday staple without diminishing the musical experience. String programs looking for accessible repertoire that still challenges musicianship and interpretive awareness will find real value here.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the piano soloist carefully against the string accompaniment; the orchestration should support rather than bury the keyboard part. Have your principal players listen to the recorded reference to internalize the intended texture.
- Shape the phrasing in long, singing lines. Grade 2 pieces often tempt directors to move things along, but this arrangement breathes when you allow rubato and space between musical phrases.
- Ensure consistent vibrato among your string section; uneven bow control will muddy the arrangement's clarity, which is essential in Slatkin's orchestration.
How to use it
Reserve this for a holiday concert program slot where you can feature a pianist from your advanced ranks. The non-traditional setting makes it an excellent bridge between your classical symphonic selections and lighter holiday fare, adding sophistication to concerts aimed at mixed audiences.
Skills your students will build
- Balancing a keyboard soloist within orchestral texture
- Maintaining transparent string voicing at Grade 2 level
- Responding to rubato and flexible phrasing as an ensemble
- Listening across sections while maintaining individual line integrity