Christmas  Up a Level         

3 Bb Clarinet; Alto/Bb Clarinet; 2 Bb Bass Clarinet. What Child is This? (Greensleeves);; The First Noel; God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen. The chromatic harmonies and changes in tempo and meter provide challenging material through which to develop the skills of basic musicianship and interpretation. The music is not technically difficult, and should be well within the grasp of intermediate to advanced ensembles from high school to professional levels. The rhythmic idioms are lively and expressive, and each instrument is featured in both solo and ensemble roles.

3 Bb Clarinet; Alto/Bb Clarinet; 2 Bb Bass Clarinet. This spirited traditional carol is taken on a musical voyage through several different tempos, keys and moods, including a Latin section with an optional shaker accompaniment. The music is not technically difficult, and should be well within the grasp of intermediate to advanced ensembles from high school to professional levels. Each instrument is featured in both solo and ensemble roles.

3 Bb Clarinet; Alto/Bb Clarinet; 2 Bb Bass Clarinet. A beautiful series of harmonic variations on this well-known Christmas favourite is developed through several different keys, featuring the individual instruments in both solo and ensemble roles. The music is not technically difficult, and the chormatic harmonies provide an opportunity to work on the expressive aspects of this evocative and lyrical piece.