Winter Wonderland: SATB Choral Octavo
Words by Dick Smith, music by Felix Bernard / arr. Greg Jasperse
Item: 00-PO-0003730
$2.10
Minimum order quantity: 20 copies
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Dazzling jazz harmonies and an exquisite, flowing accompaniment combine in this incredibly artistic setting of the festive familiar favorite! Sure to be a memorable moment on winter concerts and holiday programs alike.
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
12
SKU:
00-PO-0003730
More about this title
About the Composer: Felix Bernard
Felix Bernard composed "Winter Wonderland" in 1934, creating one of the most enduring holiday standards in American popular music. His gift for memorable melody and seasonal warmth has made this tune a fixture of winter concerts and family celebrations for nearly a century.
Why we love this
Jasperse's jazz voicing transforms a beloved standard into something sophisticated without losing its accessibility. The flowing accompaniment and dazzling harmonies give your singers material that feels modern and artistic, making this a standout moment rather than a predictable holiday checkbox.
What to expect
Cozy and sophisticated at once. The jazz harmonies add sparkle and harmonic color while the flowing accompaniment carries the tune forward with elegance. This setting wraps the familiar melody in warmth without ever feeling overstuffed.
Who it's for
Directors programming a winter or holiday concert who want to include familiar material that still feels fresh and engaging. Choirs with solid intonation and harmonic awareness will thrive with the jazz voicings, though the piece remains accessible for intermediate-level ensembles.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the jazz chord extensions in the harmonies; they're what make this arrangement sing, so ensure all four voice parts can be heard in the blend.
- Shape the phrase line together as one choir rather than letting each voice part sit on its individual notes; the accompaniment will guide you, but your ensemble must breathe as a unit.
- Use the recorded accompaniment in rehearsals to lock the harmonic language in your singers' ears, especially before running full sections with live piano.
- Keep the tempo conversational and warm; jazz settings like this one thrive when there's space for the text and harmonies to land clearly.
How to use it
Anchor this piece in a winter concert's second half when your audience is settled and ready for something elegant. It pairs beautifully with other jazz-influenced choral settings or serves as a sophisticated palate cleanser between a cappella work and larger ensemble pieces.
Skills your students will build
- Singing jazz harmonies and extended chord voicings (seventh chords, upper extensions)
- Balancing four independent voice parts while maintaining phrase cohesion
- Intonation in chromatic and jazz harmonic contexts
- Interpretive phrasing and shaping in a contemporary arrangement