This collection of 15 holiday songs , carols , and instrumental pieces can be played together in harmony by any number or combination of instruments. Woodwinds , brass , strings , and mallet percussion can have fun playing in like instrument ensembles and get creative with any mixed ensemble. They are also outstanding tools for auditions , sight reading , and learning the art of ensemble playing. Titles include: Away in a Manger * God Rest You Merry , Gentlemen * Hark! The Herald Angels Sing * In Dulci Jubilo * Lo , How a Rose E'er Blooming * Puer Natus (A Child Was Born) * What Child Is This?* While Shepherds Watched.

Drawing on his extensive background as a church pianist , arranger James Koerts has created very pianistic renditions of traditional Christmas melodies. His inspiring contemporary arrangements , which blend syncopated rhythms and unexpected key changes , are perfect for December worship services or other Christmas gatherings. Titles: Angels We Have Heard on High * Away in a Manger * Good Christian Men , Rejoice * Hark! The Herald Angels Sing * Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas * The Holly and the Ivy * Joy to the World * O Come , All Ye Faithful * O Holy Night with Silent Night * O Little Town of Bethlehem * We Wish You a Merry Christmas.

The music of Jim Brickman has delighted music lovers for nearly 20 years. This collection features his most popular and beloved compositions for the holiday season. Titles: Angels * Early Snowfall * Even Santa Fell in Love * The Gift * Greensleeves/Carol of the Bells * Hark! The Herald Angels Sing * If You Believe * Joy to the World * O Holy Night * Peace (Where the Heart Is) * Sending You a Little Christmas * Silent Night * Silver Bells * Snowflake * Winter Peace.

The Especially for Christmas series includes arrangements of some of the world's favorite carols , as well as familiar Christmas songs. Book 1 features traditional carols , such as "Away in a Manger," "The First Noel" and "Silent Night" as well as popular songs such as "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year," "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" and a jazzy , upbeat version of "Santa Claus Is Comin?to Town." Pianists of all ages will enjoy the sophisticated , yet accessible arrangements found in this series.

Carol Tornquist has applied her unique style to 10 familiar Christmas carols. Pianists and congregations will appreciate the colorful richness of surprising modulations , refreshing jazz chords , and unexpected rhythmic treatments. Approximate performance times make service planning easier. Titles: And the Glory of the Lord * The First Noel * Hark! The Herald Angels Sing * He Is Born , the Divine Christ Child * He Shall Feed His Flock * How Great Our Joy! * In the Bleak Midwinter * Lo! How a Rose E'er Blooming * The Rocking Carol * Sing We Now of Christmas.

The official matching songbook to Amy Grant's best-selling Christmas album. Play and sing her renditions of classic Christmas standards along with beloved hits like "Tennessee Christmas" and "Breath of Heaven (Mary's Song)." Contains four pages of beautiful color artwork , photos , and a special note from Amy.

A beautiful ballad from the blockbuster movie The Polar Express. Performed by singing sensation Josh Groban , "Believe" carries a wonderful message of believing in a magical future. This Big Note piano arrangement contains lyrics and chord symbols.

Victor Labenske has created 33 stylistically diverse arrangements for important holidays and observances including Lent , Easter , Pentecost , Reformation Sunday , Thanksgiving and Christmas. Several patriotic titles are included as well. To assist the busy church pianist , Labenske created arrangements that sound professional , yet require minimal preparation. An approximate performance time is included with each piece. Titles: All Glory , Laud and Honor * America the Beautiful * At the Cross * Battle Hymn of the Republic * Breathe on Me , Breath of God * Christ Arose * Christ the Lord Is Risen Today * Christ the Lord Is Risen Today , Alleluia * The Church's One Foundation * Come , Ye Thankful People , Come * The Comforter Has Come * Count Your Blessings * The Day of Resurrection * Go to Dark Gethsemane * God of Our Fathers * Hallelujah! What a Savior! * Hosanna , Loud Hosanna * I Love Thy Kingdom , Lord * It Came Upon the Midnight Clear * Jesus Paid It All * Lead Me to Calvary * Let All Things Now Living * My Country , 'Tis of Thee * Near the Cross * Now Thank We All Our God * O Canada! * On Christmas Night All Christians Sing (Sussex Carol) * The Solid Rock * Spirit of God , Descend Upon My Heart * The Star-Spangled Banner * There Is a Fountain * The Way of the Cross Leads Home * What Wondrous Love Is This'

The Little Drummer Boy has become a holiday tradition. Lyrics are included , so students may play and sing along.

This popular carol is arranged for intermediate level ensemble , two pianos , eight hands , by Beatrice Miller. Chordal and contrapuntal sections are juxtaposed in this C major arrangement. The piece ends with a grand forte statement of the melody. Two copies are included.
List/syllabus: Federation Festivals 2011-2013.

A rich musical texture results from the interweaving of the performances of four pianists at two separate keyboards as they produce wonderfully varied , flowing variations on Franz Gruber's classic nativity song , 'Silent Night.?The performers take turns singing the melody and adding layers of countermelody and accompaniment in a glorious blend of musical Christmas spirit.
List/syllabus: Federation Festivals 2011-2013.

The 14th Century German Christmas carol is arranged for an intermediate level ensemble of two pianos , eight hands by Beatrice A. Miller. This joyful piece is in the key of F major and 6/8 meter. Two copies , Piano I and Piano II , are included.
List/syllabus: Federation Festivals 2011-2013.

Here's a special way to say "Merry Christmas" to your students! Top Hits! Christmas books are unique collections that include festive new arrangements of pop Christmas music from Hollywood , television and recordings. No other student Christmas books include music with the popularity and quality of the carefully selected titles in this great series. These holiday hits are specially graded to fit precisely with Alfred's Basic Piano Library.