David Shaffer
Viva Noel
Oversized, spiral-bound score
David Shaffer
Viva Noel
Oversized, spiral-bound score
- Instrumentation Concert Band
- Composer David Shaffer
- Series Barnhouse Concert Band Series
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Difficulty Level
- Edition Score
- Publisher C.L. Barnhouse Company
- Order no. 012-5028-75
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Description:
“Viva Noel” is a medley of glorious holiday favorites in a fast/slow/fast form. Opening with a musical fanfare based on the French hymn “He is Born the Holy Child” the arrangement transitions quickly into a fanciful rendition of “Deck the Halls.” The following section opens with a beautiful brass choir adaptation of “It Came Upon A Midnight Clear” and develops into a lush, full band setting of this charming carol. The finale begins as a quick, light version of “Here We Come a-Wassailing” ending with a declarative brass fanfare with small bits of “Bring a Torch, Jeannette Isabella” and “Angels We Have Hear on High.” This high-energy holiday arrangement features all sections of the ensemble with exceptional emphasis on the percussion writing. “Viva Noel!” will be a solid opener or closer for any holiday concert!