The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year: Choral Instrumental Pak
By Eddie Pola / By George Wyle / As performed by Andy Williams / Arranged by Mac Huff
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Looking for an opener for your holiday concert? This Christmas standard was written for and made famous by Andy Williams and it will give your program all the holiday glitz you could ever want! This arrangement is in a 4/4 show biz style and perfectly exemplifies the excitement and joy of the season. Duration: ca. 2:45.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00150774
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About the Composer: Eddie Pola
Eddie Pola spent much of his career writing and composing popular standards during the golden age of American songwriting. His work often captured the warmth and nostalgia that defined mid-twentieth century popular music, with a gift for melodies that stuck with audiences long after hearing them once.
Pola's collaboration with composer George Wyle on "The Most Wonderful Time of the Year" became one of the most enduring holiday songs in the American canon. The piece reflects his ability to craft singable, emotionally resonant material that bridges the gap between serious composition and accessible popular appeal.
Why we love this
Mac Huff's arrangement captures the sparkle and theatrical energy of the Andy Williams recording without sacrificing musicality. The show biz styling gives your singers permission to lean into the joy and celebration of the season, making this an instant crowd-pleaser that feels both nostalgic and contemporary.
What to expect
Pure holiday brightness and optimism. The show biz arrangement sparkles with the kind of theatrical warmth that makes audiences settle in for an evening of celebration, combining the comfort of a beloved standard with energetic, contemporary arranging.
Who it's for
Directors programming holiday concerts who want a high-energy opener that satisfies both tradition and showmanship. Choirs with solid vocal blend and basic rhythmic security will find this arrangement immediately accessible and rewarding.
How to get the most out of it
- Keep the eighth notes crisp and even throughout; the rhythmic precision is what gives this arrangement its snap and energy.
- Balance clarity of text with the musical momentum, especially in the verse sections where the harmonic movement moves quickly.
- Work with your rhythm section to establish a comfortable tempo early in rehearsal, then build the intensity gradually across the form so the final chorus lands with maximum impact.
- The combo voicing means careful blend matters tremendously; make sure parts lock together so no single voice pulls attention away from the overall warmth of the sound.
How to use it
Open your holiday concert with this to establish an upbeat, festive tone from the first moments. The familiarity of the melody ensures immediate audience connection, then the arrangement's sophistication sets the stage for more ambitious repertoire to follow.
Skills your students will build
- Rhythmic precision in a swing-inflected style
- Balancing diction clarity with musical line in uptempo material
- Blending into a unified choral sound within a small ensemble setting
- Stylistic interpretation of show business arranging conventions