Twenty Carols in 2 Minutes: Concert Band Conductor Score

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Twenty Carols in 2 Minutes: Concert Band Conductor Score

Name: Twenty Carols in 2 Minutes: Concert Band Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-18237S
Price: 8.00 USD
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Arr. Mark Williams

Grade: 2 (Medium Easy)

Item: 00-18237S

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Yes, you heard it right! That's twenty carols in just two minutes! This showstopping arrangement will have your audience (and students) playing "name that tune" as excerpts from twenty familiar carols are presented sequentially, and sometimes even simultaneously. A perfect selection for your next holiday program.

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Series: Young Symphonic

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 12

ISBN10: 1-4706-6199-3

ISBN13: 978-1-4706-6199-1

UPC: 038081167923

SKU: 00-18237S

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About the Arranger: Mark Williams

Mark Williams built a distinguished career as a composer and arranger for school ensembles, with over 200 published works spanning band, orchestra, and choral literature. He co-authored the Accent on Achievement Band Method and earned recognition through the Gralia Competition and multiple ASCAP Special Awards, establishing himself as a trusted voice in music education.

Based in Washington state for much of his career, Williams specialized in elementary and young band repertoire while maintaining active performance and conducting roles. He served as woodwind performer and arranger for the 560th Air Force Band and held the position of Conductor and Artistic Director for the Spokane British Brass Band. His work as clinician and guest conductor took him across 34 states, five Canadian provinces, and Australia, where he consistently advocated for accessible, engaging music for developing musicians.

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Why we love this

This arrangement delivers genuine entertainment value without sacrificing musicianship. The concept of weaving twenty carols into a single two-minute medley creates a fun challenge for your ensemble while keeping the audience engaged in an interactive listening experience. At Grade 2, it remains accessible for developing bands while still sounding polished and festive.

What to expect

The energy is infectious and playful. Twenty familiar carols whiz by in rapid succession, creating a sense of festive discovery as listeners recognize each melody. The simultaneous layering of some carols adds richness and a subtle complexity that keeps the piece engaging through multiple hearings.

Who it's for

This is ideal for concert bands at the middle school level and developing high school programs seeking high-impact holiday programming. Directors looking for a crowd-pleaser that keeps both audience and musicians engaged will find this arrangement delivers personality and fun alongside solid musicianship.

How to get the most out of it

Establish clean section transitions by rehearsing the seams between carol excerpts. Even a fractional pause or articulation change will help audiences recognize each new tune.
Balance the melody against inner parts so that familiar melodies cut through clearly when carols appear in the ensemble texture rather than as solo lines.
Vary the emotional color slightly as you move between carols. A shift in dynamic or tempo (where the score allows) helps the ear track the musical 'name that tune' game.

How to use it

Save this for the final selection of your holiday concert or the closing piece of a festive showcase. The quick-paced format and recognition game make it an excellent way to energize the audience before the finale, and it works especially well when followed by a more reflective carol or a silent holiday moment.