Joyeux Nol!

Four carols are seamlessly intertwined---"Un Flambeau, Jeanette Isabell!" "Il Est N, le Divin Enfant," "Quelle Est Cette Odeur Agrable?," and "Ding! Dong! Merrily on High." The English translations are provided; however, this magnificent medley can certainly bring an international flair to your holiday program! (3:26)

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Joyeux Noel - Alfred Reed

"Joyeux Noel" (the French expression of "Merry Christmas") was originally written for brass ensemble, available from the publisher as item number M3057. Its success in that form prompted the composer to recast the work for full concert band and wind orchestra.

Joyful and Triumphant - John Francis Wade / arr. Jack Bullock

With a fanfare-style beginning, Jack Bullock's treatment of "O Come All Ye Faithful" builds upon the text In a comfortable range, it's a stunning holiday choice for your beginners' first holiday program. A tremendous opener or closer sure to bring in the holiday season with acclaim! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Joyful Rock

is a delightful and very playable version of Beethoven's "Ode to Joy" theme. This catchy tune with a happy rock beat will be sure to become a favorite of young band members everywhere. The familiar melody is a great addition to any band program. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Joyful Tidings!

"God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen," is referred to in Charles Dicken's 1843 novella, . This fresh treatment of the perennial favorite provides a variety of moods and styles from ponderous to joyous. arranged by Patrick Roszell is a true fantasia for your holiday concert! (2:05)

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Joyful Time - Ludwig van Beethoven / arr. Victor López

One of Beethoven's most recognized works has been brought into a contemporary format for your young band. Opening with a reverent statement of the melody, the arrangement rapidly builds to a rock frenzy. There is an optional electric bass and keyboard part included to support the style. You may even choose to have a drumset player lay down the beat. A great choice for holiday programs, or all year long. Inspiring!

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Joyful Variations - Brian Beck

The grandeur and beauty of "Joyful Variations" takes the listener on a journey through one of the most famous melodies ever written---Beethoven's theme from . Noble fanfares open and close these variations, set in ternary form, while sweeping renditions of the theme provide color and lyricism in a contrasting Adagio section. An excellent piece to open or close any concert! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Joyous Festival - Jeanne Vultaggio

Celebrate the warmth and joy of family and community with , by Jeanne Vultaggio, an original work for Hanukkah inspired by Klezmer style and depicting a lively celebration. Syncopated rhythms and repetition create a festive folk dance feel accessible to your developing musicians. A slower legato section, offering expressive opportunities, represents the sunset gathering to light the menorah's candles, with a gradually building ascending scale motif in the bells representing the lighting of one additional candle on each of the eight days of Hanukkah. (2:10)

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Jubellation - Mykola Leontovich / arr. Michael Story

"Jubellation" is a soulful and unique arrangement based on Mykola Leontovich's "Ukrainian Bell Carol." Originally performed in 1916, this creative arrangement takes full advantage of your mallet section.

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Jubilant Flourishes - Travis J. Weller

Open your concert with this brilliant and joyful work. After a bold introduction, a buoyant melody emerges from the lower voices of the ensemble, surrounded by brief fanfares and punctuations that resonate throughout the piece. A number of opportunities exist to showcase each section of the ensemble, and a contrasting middle section sets up a joyous and exciting return of the opening melody.

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