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John David Marks was an American songwriter. He specialized in Christmas songs and wrote many holiday standards, including "Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer" (a hit for Gene Autry and others), "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" (a hit for Brenda Lee), "A Holly Jolly Christmas" (recorded by the Quinto Sisters and later by Burl Ives), "Silver and Gold" (for Burl Ives), "I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day" (introduced by Bing Crosby), and "Run Rudolph Run" (recorded by Chuck Berry). In addition to his songwriting, he founded St. Nicholas Music in 1949, and served as director of ASCAP from 1957 to 1961. In 1981, he was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame |
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A classic holiday favorite, featured in the animated TV special Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, has been cleverly arranged by Mac Huff to create a fun and accessible addition to any holiday concert or performance venue. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:30.
Arranger: Mac Huff Performed By: Burl Ives
What a fun song to add to your holiday program! This Johnny Marks favorite and made popular by Burl Ives will add sparkle, fun and maybe a bit of humor when adding the optional kazoos, all in a hip 50's style that invites choreography.
Arranger: Greg Gilpin
Easily transportable for carorling or other programming options, this doo-wop style a cappella setting of this holiday favorite will be first on everyone's list.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw
After its ethereal introduction, the Longfellow poem set to Johnny Marks' familiar melody begins and weaves through elaborate chord progressions and vocal harmony. Powerful unison singing explodes into an incredible and strong harmonic sound, concluding this new addition to the Turtle Creek Chorale Series.
Arranger: Ken Clifton | Composer: Mark Hall Performed By: Johnny Marks
This stellar version of the Christmas classic is a must-do holiday anthem. The perennial favorite has been updated complete with colorful choral effects, and the result is a luminous sonic experience that will leave the audience longing for more. Arranged with flexibility in mind, this piece can be performed unaccompanied or with either handchimes (handbells) or piano, or both! Score and Part for Handchimes (or Handbells), 3 oct., available as a digital download. NOTE: See below for downloadable MP3 accompaniment tracks. 00374739: Piano only 00374740: Handchimes only 00374741: Piano and Handchimes
One of the best of the best is represented in this contemporary classic from the pen of Johnny Marks. Master arranger Lloyd Larson places this beloved setting of the Longfellow poem with Dona Nobis Pacem sung by children - the results are amazing. Perform this with a full orchestration, StudioTrax accomapniment CD, or with or without the handbell parts, which are included in the octavo. Whichever version you choose, this is the must-do holiday anthem of the season.
Arranger: Lloyd Larson
Roger Emerson's TB arrangement of the Christmas hit, Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree, makes the perfect addition to any holiday concert. Written for tenor and baritones to have a good time and entertain the crowd, the song will bring the house down with its festive tune and lyrics.
Faber Choral Singles offer a series of beautifully crafted arrangements in a diversity of musical styles for today's choirs. From Broadway, pop and folk to spirituals, gospel and original works, the Faber Choral Singles series guarantees the perfect repertoire for every occasion.
Arranger: Alexander L'Estrange
You'll spread holiday cheer all around your community with this rockabilly arrangement of the Johnny Marks classic song! Careful attention to range and tessitura makes this an easy learn. Level 2.
Arranger: Mac Huff
How about a little rock-n-roll this holiday? For mixed ensembles, women's groups, or children's voices, this Johnny Marks favorite will have your audience in a '50s rockin' mood! Everyone dancin' merrily in the new, old-fashioned way! Available: 3-Part Mixed; SSA; 2-Part; StudioTrax CD.
Arranger: Jill Gallina
Spread a little Christmas cheer with this doo-wop-style a cappella arrangement of the classic '50s pop song. Works great in all the voicings.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw
This holiday pop classic is arranged for your treble ensembles in a fun setting sure to get the house rockin'! Easy-to-learn harmonies are perfect for beginning or veteran ensembles. Available: SSA. Performance Time: Approx. 2:00.
Arranger: Roger Emerson
This trio of Johnny Marks Christmastime favorites is the ultimate holiday medley. Alan Billingsley's rockin' arrangement captures the characteristic sounds of the '50s and '60s, right down to the instrumentation on the optional SoundTrax CD and SoundPax instrumental parts. A fast-paced (less than 3-minute) crowd pleaser!
Arranger: Alan Billingsley
Spread a little Christmas cheer '50s-style with this fun doo-wop setting! Available: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: 2:30.
Arranger: Mac Huff
This arrangement of the beloved Christmas song uses a jazz style that sets the pace for a fun presentation.The accessible voice parts offer singers an opportunity to explore scat singing with fun new chords. Singers can also add to the Christmas spirit by wearing sunglasses and antlers while Rudolph pays a special visit to the festive presentation.
This tongue-in-cheek adaptation of Rudolph is written in Latin!
Arranger: Philip Brunelle
Unforgettable "Sam the Snowman" (voiced by Burl Ives) sings this tune in the iconic Christmas special Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. The reflective words and lyrical melody make this a cherished evergreen holiday favorite. This arrangement offers some sweet choral sonorities sung in a light jazz waltz.
Made popular on the holiday television special Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, this Johnny Marks song is a bright new work for young voices and includes optional kazoos for added fun. Simple, repetitious part-writing makes this quick to learn and easy to add staging, movement, and costumes.
Arranger: Greg Gilpin Performed By: Johnny Marks
Here's the famous Gene Autry holiday classic with a little updating for 2000! Includes a cute rap chorus along with the endearing original lyrics. Available: 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:30.
Arranger: Cristi Cary Miller Performed By: Gene Autry
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