Carol of the Bells

This fun, fresh, and flexible arrangement of a beloved holiday classic can be played with as few as five wind or string players! The recognizable motifs are passed around the ensemble, giving everyone something interesting to play. Energetic grooves are incorporated with the bass line and percussion, and a new B-section melody adds extra technique and a fresh sound. Students and audiences will love this fresh take on the classic at your next holiday concert, and educators will love the attention to pedagogical detail. Use this piece to introduce or reinforce steady pulse in a driving 3/4 meter, definition of ostinato, accidentals (minimal), and syncopated feel (minimal).