| 58766 | Ghoultide Bells (Jingle Bells) |
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| Pierpont, James (Arr. Parsons, Steve) | |
| Category: String Orchestra |
| Grade: Medium |
| Duration: 2:00 |
| Instrumentation: str=8.8(2).5.5.5 |
| Comments: Key of e. |
| Description: What if your yuletide celebrations were a Tim Burton movie, complete with a quirky, creepy soundtrack? This clever reimagining of the classic “Jingle Bells” tune takes a ghoulish turn into the curious and eccentric with plenty of unexpected chromatic twists. Programmable for either a fall or winter concert, driving ostinatos and fun chromatic embellishments turn the festive song into a ghostly adventure, as amusing "creatures of the night" celebrate the holidays while soaring through the air on Santa's sleigh. Every section takes a turn at the melody, each one representing a different wacky character's take on the crazy ride. Careful scoring makes this accessible to young ensembles who want something different and fun to liven up their seasonal performances. |