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Veni, Veni (O Come, O Come Emmanuel): Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

By Chip Davis / As performed by Mannheim Steamroller / Arranged by Robert Longfield

Grade: 3

Item: 35-PK00158071

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This simple, plaintive carol is yet another memorable moment from Mannheim Steamroller's "A Fresh Aire Christmas." Robert Longfield's adaptation for band provides a beautiful and tender setting for any holiday concert. Dur: 4:15

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
SKU: 35-PK00158071

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About the Composer: Chip Davis

Chip Davis founded Mannheim Steamroller in 1974 and became a pioneer in the synthesizer-based interpretation of classical and traditional music. His arrangements transformed familiar compositions into accessible, lush settings that introduced classical repertoire to audiences beyond traditional concert halls. For music educators, Davis's work demonstrates how contemporary arranging techniques and modern instrumentation can honor traditional material while making it engaging for contemporary ensembles.

Why we love this

Longfield's band arrangement captures the serene, meditative quality of this ancient hymn without sacrificing the intimacy that makes "O Come, O Come Emmanuel" so moving. At Grade 3, it sits in that sweet spot where students have enough facility to shape the melody expressively, but the writing never asks them to sacrifice musicality for technical complexity. The 4:15 duration gives you a substantial closer or opening piece without monopolizing your concert time.

What to expect

This setting unfolds with the quiet reverence of candlelight; the melody emerges gradually, almost tentatively, as if requesting rather than demanding attention. The harmonic language is warm and accessible without being saccharine, creating space for genuine contemplation rather than surface decoration.

Who it's for

Concert bands at the Grade 3 level looking for a substantial holiday selection that doesn't require every section to play constantly. It works equally well for groups seeking a quieter, more introspective piece alongside their usual festive fare.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the melodic line in long, unhurried phrases; resist the urge to subdivide unnecessarily or rush forward. Let silence and space do as much work as the notes themselves.
  • Balance the accompaniment so it never drowns the primary voice. This arrangement hinges on clarity of line, so ensure winds carrying harmonic material stay well beneath whoever is featured at any given moment.
  • Consider dynamics as a tool for emotional progression rather than arbitrary contrast. A single, sustained crescendo across the full span often works better than multiple dynamic shifts.

How to use it

Open your second half with this to shift the emotional temperature of your concert, or place it as your final offering to leave audiences in a reflective frame of mind. The piece's subdued character also makes it an ideal companion to brighter selections, providing necessary contrast and breathing room within your overall arc.

Skills your students will build

  • Sustaining steady, unrushed tempos across extended phrases
  • Balancing accompaniment beneath featured melodic voices
  • Shaping lyrical lines with minimal written dynamic markings
  • Playing with restraint and sensitivity rather than volume

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