Santa in Merrie Olde England

Santa in Merrie Olde England imagines Santa Claus's journey through England on Christmas Eve, encountering landmarks, carolers, and festive sounds along the way. Incorporating well-known English melodies, the piece blends joyful themes with a sense of holiday magic, showcasing dynamic contrasts and moments of festive cheer. Performance should highlight key moments such as bell solos and melodic passages in the winds to capture the warmth and charm of the English holiday season.

Santa On Parade - Traditional German Carol(s)

Everyone loves a parade, including Old Saint Nick, whether it is at the North Pole or marching down Main Street. Santa On Paradeincludes three traditional Christmas songs in march style (Jolly Old St. Nicholas,Good King WenceslasandO, Christmas Tree) and briefquotations from four famous marches (High School Cadets,TheThunderer,National Emblem,andStars and Stripes Forever). This crowd favorite is an excellent choice for any holiday concert!

Santa the Dragon Sleigher - Wilhousky

Santa the Dragon Sleigher is a high-energy holiday adventure in which Santa Claus faces off against a mischievous dragon determined to stop his Christmas Eve flight. Familiar carols including Carol of the Bells, God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen, and Jingle Bells, are transformed into the soundtrack of an epic winter battle filled with tension, humor, and excitement. The piece concludes triumphantly with Joy to the World, making it a festive favorite students will love to play and audiences will love to hear.

Santa's Majesty

Santa's Majesty was inspired by the promise and grandeur presented by Santa Claus, a figure in whom many people place their faith, hoping, in turn, for good to come to those surrounding them. The intention of this work is to capture the majesty surrounding the beloved Saint Nicholas. The entire piece should be felt in two even though it is marked as being in common time. A perfect selection for holiday concerts!

Santa's Toy March

Sasha Takes a Train - Kim Portnoy

Sauty Creek March - Jonathan Bubbett

The Sauty Creek March captures the rugged beauty and quiet wonder of Buck's Pocket State Park (AL), where towering hardwoods, rocky trails, and cascading water shape an untamed Appalachian landscape. Written in a traditional march style, the music pairs crisp marcato clarity with a light, buoyant spirit, evoking the steady rhythm and joy of a scenic hike along South Sauty Creek. Energetic yet never heavy, the march moves forward with confidence, freshness, and a sense of outdoor adventure.

Saxes Take the Lead

Say It with Music - Irving Berlin

A classic Irving Berlin song is given a big band style treatment by the arranger Jerry Nowak. It takes a special understanding of how to write arrangements in this style, and Jerry did it with ease. This would be a great change of pace piece for your concert.

Scarborough Fantasy

This hauntingly beautiful composition features both beautiful original and traditional melodies with lush harmonic construction. Performers will experience expressive playing in minor keys amidst a lyrical, legato flow. With an emotional key change and multiple musically dramatic moments for every section, this inspiring composition offers a modern take on a timeless classic. Perfect for a contrasting concert selection or contest ballad.