Winterludes

CHRISTMAS!

Instrumentation: 

These arrangements typically require a 5.0-octave marimba, though some may be cleverly adjusted to fit onto smaller keyboards if necessary.

Winterludes is a heartwarming collection of Christmas music, arranged for solo marimba by Brian Blume. The 7 included arrangements are thoughtfully adapted for the experienced marimbist, and are equally appropriate for concert performance or in worship settings. Each piece includes a brief history, a few personal thoughts behind Blume’s arrangement, and lyrics to those songs that have them.

Included in the collection:

• HARK! THE HERALD ANGELS SING
• LO, HOW A ROSE E’ER BLOOMING
• NUTCRACKER MEDLEY (optional third movement uses a second, accompaniment player in the low register)
• A CHRISTMAS CAROL
• CAROL OF THE DRUM
• O COME, O COME EMANNUEL
• WHAT CHILD IS THIS