Jolly Old St. Nicholas — Big Band Arrangement by D.Wolpe

About This Arrangement

Jolly Old St. Nicholas is a big band arrangement by D. Wolpe that brings a festive, swinging take to the classic holiday tune. This chart has a straightforward, upbeat feel, making it a solid choice for holiday concerts and seasonal performances.

This download includes 63 pages of individual instrument parts in a single PDF. No conductor score is included.

This arrangement is a great way to add a familiar holiday melody to your big band's repertoire without a lot of rehearsal fuss. It's the kind of chart that gets toes tapping and puts everyone in a festive mood, perfect for school concerts or community gigs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What instruments are included in this arrangement of Jolly Old St. Nicholas?

This big band arrangement includes parts for 2 Alto Saxophones, 2 Tenor Saxophones, Baritone Saxophone, 4 Trumpets, 4 Trombones, Piano, Guitar, Bass, and Drums. It provides a complete setup for a standard big band instrumentation.

What is the difficulty level of this Jolly Old St. Nicholas chart?

This arrangement of Jolly Old St. Nicholas is generally accessible for most big bands. It's a straightforward, swinging chart that focuses on a festive feel rather than complex technical demands, making it suitable for high school or community ensembles.

Does this download of Jolly Old St. Nicholas include a full conductor score?

No, this download does not include a full conductor score. It provides all the individual instrument parts necessary for performance, but a separate score is not part of this package.

What style or genre is this arrangement of Jolly Old St. Nicholas?

This arrangement of Jolly Old St. Nicholas is a festive swing chart. It takes the traditional holiday melody and reinterprets it with an upbeat, classic big band swing feel, perfect for holiday concerts and seasonal performances.

How many pages are in the Jolly Old St. Nicholas download and what do I receive?

The download for Jolly Old St. Nicholas contains 63 pages in total. You will receive a single PDF file that includes all the individual instrument parts for the big band, ready for printing and distribution to your musicians.

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