Winter Wonderland of Snow: Choral Instrumental Pak
Arranged by Mark Hayes
Item: 35-PK00502890
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What do you get when you give Mark Hayes two favorite winter songs to arrange? You get this incredible work of "Winter Wonderland" and "Let It Snow" together in one arrangement! The orchestration is spectacular as only Mark can do. Smart vocal lines that sing with the greatest of ease help make this a must-have choral for your holiday or winter program.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00502890
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About the Arranger: Mark Hayes
Mark Hayes brings over four decades of compositional mastery to every project he undertakes. With nearly 1,750 published works spanning concert music, choral literature, and musical theater, Hayes has established himself as one of the most prolific voices in American music. A summa cum laude graduate in piano performance from Baylor University, he has conducted major venues including Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, and the National Cathedral, where his sacred works like Te Deum and Magnificat have become repertoire staples.
Beyond the concert hall, Hayes has distinguished himself as an orchestrator, record producer, and commissioning favorite for institutions worldwide. His 2013 Requiem premiere at Lincoln Center and subsequent performance at the Vatican's Festival Pro Musica E Arte Sacra demonstrate the scope of his musical reach. With over 100 piano publications and a gift for translating beloved melodies into singable, idiomatic choral writing, Hayes understands what makes music both accessible and artistically satisfying.
Why we love this
Hayes pairs two winter classics with the orchestrational sophistication you'd expect from his hand, yet the vocal writing remains genuinely comfortable to sing. His knack for balancing harmonic richness with singable lines means your ensemble focuses on making music rather than wrestling with the arrangement.
What to expect
Cozy, sparkly, and elegant in equal measure. The orchestration conjures snowy landscapes and festive warmth without veering into saccharine territory. Listeners hear two beloved melodies transformed into something that feels both timeless and freshly imagined.
Who it's for
Holiday and winter concert planners seeking a sophisticated yet approachable medley that works for community choirs, church programs, and school choral groups. This arrangement bridges the gap between familiar singalong standards and genuinely well-crafted choral music.
How to get the most out of it
- Let the orchestration breathe during instrumental interludes; resist the urge to rush through spots where voices rest.
- Balance the vocal blend so the piano accompaniment supports rather than covers the choir, especially in the quieter moments between the two songs.
- Shape the transition between 'Winter Wonderland' and 'Let It Snow' as a musical conversation rather than an abrupt shift; Hayes's orchestration guides the flow naturally if you honor the phrasing.
How to use it
Position this as your winter concert anchor, either opening the show to set a joyful tone or closing out the serious repertoire as a crowd-pleasing finale. It pairs well alongside both classical holiday fare and contemporary seasonal selections.
Skills your students will build
- Balancing blend within a medley structure that shifts between two distinct melodic centers
- Responding to orchestral accompaniment and adjusting dynamic weight accordingly
- Maintaining phrase continuity across a longer form that combines two separate songs
- Stylistic flexibility between the playful character of 'Winter Wonderland' and the wistfulness of 'Let It Snow'