A Jammin' Caribbean Christmas - Arranged by Chris Sharp

Give your holiday concert a dose of world music with this catchy medley that includes The Virgin Mary Had a Baby Boy; Bring a Torch, Jeannette, Isabella; and Go, Tell It on the Mountain. A wealth of percussion instruments help set the Caribbean styles which include calypso and reggae along with a reference to the Creole influence on the islands. A fantastic upbeat medley that will be the highlight of your program!

A Jefferson Portrait - By Elliot Del Borgo

This original composition was inspired by the Declaration of Independence. The narrator revisits excerpts from Thomas Jefferson's words in the document, leaving your audiences in awe. Patriotic by nature, yet contemporary in musical construction, this work will be an outstanding concert closer. Very emotional and highly recommended.

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A Joyful Christmas - Traditional / arr. Victor López

Combining a rhythmic twist and luscious harmonies, this clever arrangement of "Joy to the World" will captivate the audience at your next holiday concert. The familiar syncopated pattern is repeated supporting the traditional melody. Once they feel the groove, you're good to go. Lots of flavor with a little bit of funk!

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A Joyful Journey - By Robert Sheldon

This stunning new work from Robert Sheldon is a sure winner for your next concert. The emotional introduction of the theme provides your players with great expressive opportunities. The "Allegro Spirito" section takes the same theme of quiet reflection and transforms it to a theme of pride and heroism, leading to a triumphant conclusion. Robert Sheldon has done it again! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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A Jubilant Carol (In Dulci Jubilo) - Traditional / arr. Michael Story

Following a broad fanfare, the carol and its beautiful countermelodic texture are presented by the clarinets and flutes. The full ensemble answers, passing the melody to the brass which builds to a dramatic conclusion. This is a must-have for your holiday program. (1:53)

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A Jubilant Christmas - Arr. John Cacavas

Deck your halls with something different this year! A Jubilant Christmas uses well-known Christmas pieces and intersperses variations and bridges, to create a new kind of arrangement for the holidays. Give the gift of music this year with A Jubilant Christmas.

A Knight's Tale - By Carl Strommen

Images of a procession of the Knights of the Roundtable are brought to mind with the opening fanfare of A Knight's Tale. As the piece progresses, the story of chivalry, battle, camaraderie, and the essence of knighthood unfold.

A Little Night Music - By Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart / arr. Todd Stalter

Mozart's Serenade No. 13 for strings in G Major, K. 525 is commonly referred to as "Eine Kleine Nachtmusik," which stands for "a little serenade," but is more familiar to music lovers as "a little night music." This arrangement uses themes from the first movement, and is cast in a comfortable key and range for young band musicians. Careful attention to the sudden, extreme dynamic changes will make the performance of this piece really come to life.

A Longford Legend - By Robert Sheldon

Another outstanding composition by Robert Sheldon, "A Longford Legend" is destined to become a classic! It was commissioned by the Normal Community West High School Band, Normal, Illinois and is based on three poems found in a collection of Irish Street Ballades. Written in three movements, "A Longford Legend" is a tribute to the wonderful band literature of Grainger, Holst, and Vaughan Williams. "A Longford Legend" is a magnificent showpiece for every instrument in the band---a must for your next concert! This title is available in SmartMusic.

A Mad Russian's Christmas - Music by Paul O'Neill, Robert Kinkel, and Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky / arr. Bob Phillips and George Megaw

As performed in the fabulous Trans-Siberian Orchestra live concert, experience Tchaikovsky's "Trepak" from The Nutcracker as you never have before. Just as energetic with wind and percussion instruments alone, several included optional parts enhance the authenticity. If you haven't seen TSO, check it out online. If you add lighting effects, there are no better choices for your holiday concert closer! (4:30)