Reindeer Rhumba - David Shaffer

What do you get when you combine "Up on the Housetop" with a rhythmic Cuban dance rhythm? "Reindeer Rhumba," of course! The Latin rhythms that are generated in the percussion section work in perfection with the bright and articulate melodies throughout the piece. And for just a bit of change, we add a little swing in the middle. A perfect novelty setting for any holiday concert.

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Reiter Marsch - Johann Strauss

Reiterschlag der Pappenheimer Reiter - Theo Rupprecht

Rejoice And Be Merry

This creative and festive arrangement, based on the traditional carol "Rejoice and Be Merry," is perfect for your next holiday concert. The contrasting middle section utilizes "Carol of the Bells" in clever and dramatic counterpoint to the initial theme. With its dramatic and joyous conclusion, "Rejoice and Be Merry" is sure to be a holiday favorite with audience and performers alike.

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Rejoice In Glorious Hope - Claude T. Smith

Another in a series of symphonic works based on a chorale; this being Rejoice the Lord is King. Strong rhythmic patterns in percussion and woodwinds against a melodic motive boldly stated by the brass open this intense concert work. A calm development section in the middle featuring solos by euphonium and trumpet leads to a full lush statement of the chorale before ending with powerful ensemble writing above driving percussion. A truly masterful setting for the symphonic concert band.

Rejoice The Season - Romeyn

This very clever festive work is the perfect opener or closer for your holiday concert! Familiar carols are very creatively woven together capturing the true joy of the season. A very expressive and beautiful treatment of "Bring a Torch, Jeanette Isabella" provides a wonderful contrast to the festive and energetic beginning and ending. This version, for the "Build-A-Band" series ensures success with even the most awkward of instrumentation. "Rejoice The Season" is sure to be a holiday favorite with school bands and adult community groups. You'll want to program this every year!

Rejoice The Season! - Rob Romeyn

This very clever festive arrangement is the perfect opener or closer for your holiday concert! Familiar carols are very creatively woven together capturing the true joy of the season. A very expressive and beautiful treatment of "Bring a Torch, Jeanette Isabella" provides a wonderful contrast to the festive and energetic beginning and ending of the piece. "Rejoice The Season" is sure to be holiday favorite with school bands and adult community groups. You'll want to program this every year!

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Rejoice! - Douglas E. Wagner

Rejoice! - Naoya Wada

Rejoice! was commissioned by the Kitakyushu City Foundation for Promoting Arts and Culture (KICPAC) on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the founding of the city on Feburary 10, 1063. The composer grew up in this city and feels at home there. Kitakyushu was born from the merger of five municipalities of Moji, Kokura, Tobata, Yahata and Wakamatsu centred on the ancient city of Kokura. These five former cities are represented in five themes in distinct keys at the beginning of the piece: G major, e major, g major again, Bb major and F major. Rejoice! is dedicated to the city of Kitakyushu and Mr. Kenji Kitahashi, mayor of the city. The premire was held on March3, 2013 at the Kitakyushu Soleil Hall, performed by the Comfort Wind Ensemble, conducted by Mr. Satoru Yoshihara.

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Rejoice! - Swearingen

If you're looking for a special piece that sounds a little harder than it really is, look no further. The rhythmic drive of "Rejoice!" is just one of the many magical ingredients that will truly excite your students. Solid scoring, syncopated themes and fun-to-play percussion parts all combine to make this selection highly appealing for both musicians and audience alike. Well-crafted and fun to perform!

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