A Christmas World Band 1 Band 1

Par SMITH CLAUDE T.. Commissioned by the United States Marine Band, this epctacular Christmas medley is one of the most distinctive works in many years. Combining favorite carols in a style that in uniquely Claude T. Smith's, it promises to become standard repertoire for mature bands. / Date parution : 2022-01-14/ Répertoire / Concert Band

Originally created for full orchestra this version for advanced level bands and recorded by the acclaimed Dallas Wind Symphony conducted by Jerry Junkin is a magnificent and powerful setting for the holidays.Starting with a brilliant fanfare for brass the piece then blossoms into a showcase for the entire ensemble incorporating the familiar carols O Come All Ye Faithful and Joy to the World. An impressive way to open a holiday concert!

The tradition of the Christmas tree in Western Europe dates back to a time long before any Christianization had taken place. During the severely cold winter nights so it was believed evil spirits tried to ?kill? nature. Needle-leaved trees were the only ones which kept their green colour throughout the year and therefore became symbols of immortality. These ?living? trees said to be the work of benign spirits were brought into people?s houses to ward off evil life-threatening powers. In the 14th century people first started to decorate Christmas trees. It was a pagan custom originated by the inhabitants of Alsace. This custom was taken over by the Church in thecourse of the 15th and 16th century. At first the decoration consisted mainly of edibles such as apples and wafers but later small presents were added. Legend has it that the reformer Martin Luther was the first person to decorate a Christmas tree with candles. The flickering candle flames were meant to create the image of a starry sky in which Christ?s apparition could be recognized. The German organ-player Ernst Anschütz from Leipzig was the first person to notate the song ?O Tannenbaum? the melody being a well-known folk song. Next to ?Stille Nacht? ?O Tannenbaum? is the most famous German Christmas song now known throughout the world. In the United States of America the melody of ?O Tannenbaum? has even been used in four States (among which the State of Maryland) for their State song. In David Well?s arrangement the song is first heard as many of us know it. After this introduction however it is transformed into a solid rock version and the beat has been changed. In the second part the familiar three-four time is back but here the rhythm is different from the original. After the richly ornamented rock beat the basic theme can be heard once again and the composition is concluded in a festive manner.

The tradition of the Christmas tree in Western Europe dates back to a time long before any Christianization had taken place. During the severely cold winter nights so it was believed evil spirits tried to 'kill' nature. Needle-leaved trees were the only ones which kept their green colour throughout the year and therefore became symbols of immortality. These 'living' trees said to be the work of benign spirits were brought into people's houses to ward off evil life-threatening powers. In the 14th century people first started to decorate Christmas trees. It was a pagan custom originated by the inhabitants of Alsace. This custom was taken over by the Church inthe course of the 15th and 16th century. At first the decoration consisted mainly of edibles such as apples and wafers but later small presents were added. Legend has it that the reformer Martin Luther was the first person to decorate a Christmas tree with candles. The flickering candle flames were meant to create the image of a starry sky in which Christ's apparition could be recognized. The German organ-player Ernst Anschütz from Leipzig was the first person to notate the song 'O Tannenbaum' the melody being a well-known folk song. Next to 'Stille Nacht' 'O Tannenbaum' is the most famous German Christmas song now known throughout the world. In the United States of America the melody of 'O Tannenbaum' has even been used in four States (among which the State of Maryland) for their State song. In David Well's arrangement the song is first heard as many of us know it. After this introduction however it is transformed into a solid rock version and the beat has been changed. In the second part the familiar three-four time is back but here the rhythm is different from the original. After the richly ornamented rock beat the basic theme can be heard once again and the composition is concluded in a festive manner.

In this festive medley Jan de Haan brings together a selection of the most famous Christmas songs from around the world. It features: O Come O Come Emmanuel God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen Deck the Halls and Praise God Ye Christians Everywhere. Jan de Haan has created a work that will bring all the joy and happiness of the season to your Christmas concert.

In this festive medley Jan de Haan brings together a selection of the most famous Christmas songs from around the world. It features: O Come O Come Emmanuel God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen Deck the Halls and Praise God Ye Christians Everywhere. Jan de Haan has created a work that will bring all the joy and happiness of the season to your Christmas concert.

Here's a holiday medley with the irresistible Barker touch! It's playable by band alone or with optional audience/choral sing-along (reproducible lyric sheet is included). Songs featured: Jingle Bells O Come All Ye Faithful Joy To The World We Wish You A Merry Christmas Hark The Herald Angels Sing Deck The Halls Silent Night.

A solid well-written medley that includes O Come All Ye Faithful; O Christmas Tree; and Joy To The World.

A solid well-written medley that includes O Come All Ye Faithful; O Christmas Tree; and Joy To The World.

La nuit de Noël évoque beaucoup d?images en chacun de nous : des souvenirs de famille autour d?un bon repas des souvenirs de rencontres magiques des souvenirs de fêtes de chants et de musique. Dans cette pièce Marc Jeanbourquin a revisité quatregrands classiques du soir de Noël : le majuestueux Adeste Fideles l?incontournable Joy to the World le jazzy Jingle Bells et le chaleureux We wish you a Merry Christmas. Transmettez vos voeux de Noël en musique !

This impressive medley will allow you to combine all your choirs with band and/or orchestra for a unique closer. Additionally it's carefully arranged to work with band alone. Includes: Joy to the World It Came Upon a Midnight Clear and Adeste Fidelis.