Difficulty: Easy/Medium (great for high school, and college steel bands)
This high-energy arrangement brings a fresh burst of intensity to a familiar holiday favorite. After a deceptively quiet introduction, the chart launches into a driving chromatic build over a 12/8 Afro-Cuban funk groove. Powerful chorus sections frame an open solo section, giving individual players room for melodic and rhythmic improvisation.
Clocking in at under three minutes, this arrangement comes together quickly, even with limited rehearsal time. Offering a big payoff when rehearsal time is tight, it functions well as a vibrant concert opener or an exciting feature on any holiday program.
