Jokeri - Pertti Pekkanen

Joking Mood - Carlo Pucci

Joleklokker over jorda - Anders Hovden

This music was written by Richard Nordraak in 1860.The present arrangement can be performed with or without choir/soprano soloist.Minor phrasings are preferable, but be aware of the balance throughout the piece.The Christmas mood are essential here, but please also make room for the chamber music.

Jolly Fellow - Jérôme Naulais

Jolly Jingle Joyride - William Owens

Jolly Jingle Joyride is the perfect arrangement to get your young band into the holiday spirit! This fun and upbeat take on the classic Jingle Bells tune will have your students excited to play and audiences tapping their toes. With its catchy melody and approachable arrangement, Jolly Jingle Joyride is sure to keep your students engaged and motivated throughout the Christmas concert season.

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Jolly Ol' Dude - Gary P. Gilroy

Elementary and mid-level bands will enjoy performing this cute yet hip treatment of the seasons jolliest music. The addition of special percussion parts for your budding young percussionists will help them grow as musicians while adding a special touch to your holiday program. An entertaining addition to any holiday concert, well within reach of beginning players.

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Jolly Old Sleigh Ride - James Curnow

Jolly, indeed! This delightful arrangement full of sleigh bells captures the spirit of "Jolly Old Saint Nicholas" as he makes his deliveries on Christmas Eve. A charming addition to your holiday concert!

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Jolly Old St. Nicholas

Explorer Level (correlates with Book 1, p. 11)

Jolly Old St. Nick

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Jolly on the Housetop - Gary P. Gilroy

Based on the holiday favorites Jolly Old St. Nicholas and Up on the Housetop with a rousing nod to Joy to the World as the finale, this delightful and engaging arrangement is perfect for a young band's first holiday concert. The two main themes creatively intertwine, with each section getting a chance to play the melody. A trumpet countermelody, glissandos, and even playful woodblock and cowbell solos make this a festive treat for musicians and concertgoers. This work will help develop technique as well as balance, blend, and dynamics.