Eddie Pola George Wyle: The Most Wonderful Time of the Year: SATB: Vocal Score

From the dynamic opening measures this holiday classic calls its listeners to join in the magic of the yuletide. Mark Hayes has breathed new life into this old standard with an engaging jazz waltz feel lush choral harmonies creative countermelodies and a sparkling orchestration. Melodies are traded back and forth between men and women and there is a “vocal jazz” section that will make any ensemble show choir or chorus shine. Althoughthere are some divisi sections much of the arrangement features accessible unison and two-or three-part writing. The piano part is especially fun to play.

A Christmas classic wonderfully arranged for mixed voiced choir (SATB) with Piano accompaniment.

Composed in 1963 and initially recorded by Andy Williams this holiday favorite has remained popular through the years and has been recorded by countless artists. Treated here in a light jazz waltz style this arrangement for young players will add a nice festive touch to any winter concert.

Originally recorded by Andy Williams and most recently by Harry Connick Jr. this Christmas standard exemplifies all the excitement and joy of the season. This light-hearted setting will be easy to learn and a definite audiencepleaser! Available separately: 3-Part Mixed 2-Part VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 1:45.