Product Description
The Little Drummer Boy Traditional Pops Arrangement
Capture the timeless spirit of the holidays with this majestic and heartfelt arrangement of The Little Drummer Boy. Scored in a traditional style, this version features female solo vocal, choir and/or vocal group, drum corps, and a full studio orchestra for a performance that is both stirring and cinematic.
The arrangement begins in the warm key of Eb major before building to a powerful modulation to F major, creating a dramatic, uplifting climax. With lush orchestral writing, resonant choir harmonies, and the rhythmic drive of the drum corps, this chart makes for an unforgettable centrepiece in any Christmas concert.
Instrumentation:
Reed 1 Oboe/Flute
Reed 2 Flute
Reed 3 Clarinet
Reed 4 Bassoon or Baritone Sax
3 French Horns, 3 Trumpets, 3 Trombones
Piano, Synth, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Drum Kit, Percussion, Harp
Violin 1, Violin 2, Viola, Cello, Double Bass
Performance Options:
- Playable without drum corps (all parts cued in the drum kit part)
- Choir optional can be performed with vocal group only or Choir only
- Includes a Rehearsal Piano part for ease of preparation
This arrangement delivers the pageantry, warmth, and grandeur that audiences expect from a Christmas classic, while offering flexible instrumentation to suit a variety of ensembles.
Key: Eb major F majorFull Audio Demo (Sibelius Sounds):
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