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Adeste Fideles - arr. Rich DeRosa Adeste Fideles - arr. Stan Kenton Angels We Have Heard on High - arr. Ralph Carmichael
   Arranged for the WDR Big Band (Germany), Richard DeRosa has written a beautiful masterpiece on this traditional Christmas favorite. Scored as a brass and horn chorale, this moving piece is filled with fluid cantabile lines, engaging counterpoint, lush harmonies and gorgeous ensemble climaxes.  The 1961 Capitol Records recording of Christmas music was a smash hit for Kenton. The 1961 Capitol Records recording of Christmas music was a smash hit for Kenton.
Angels We Have Heard On High - arr. Rich DeRosa Carol of the Bells (Edited) - arr. Rich DeRosa / Bob Curnow Carol of the Bells (Pro) - arr. Rich DeRosa / Bob Curnow
 Set as a bright swing, and originally arranged for the WDR Big Band (Germany), Richard DeRosa's arrangement of the traditional Christmas carol "Angels We Have Heard On High" is an adventure from beginning to end!  This magnificent scoring of "Carol of the Bells" by Rich DeRosa (professor of composition/arranging at University of North Texas) was part of a long overture originally commissioned by the WDR Big Band, Germany.  This magnificent scoring of "Carol of the Bells" by Rich DeRosa (professor of composition/arranging at University of North Texas) was part of a long overture originally commissioned by the WDR Big Band, Germany.
Christmas Medley - arr. Stan Kenton Deck the Halls with Jingle Bells - Richard DeRosa First Noel, The - arr. Bob Curnow
As recorded by the Stan Kenton Orchestra on "Merry Christmas", this chart has optional saxophone parts which nicely cover the french horn parts (originally written for only brass and rhythm section). It would be difficult to find a more perfect holiday concert opener than this new arrangement by Rich DeRosa.  Curnow has adapted the amazing vocal arrangements of David Maddux for the jazz ensemble.
Go, Tell It on The Mountain - arr. Ted Wilson God Rest Ye, Merry Gentlemen - arr. Ralph Carmichael God Rest Ye, Merry Gentlemen - arr. Rich DeRosa
 A medium latin groove setting for a marvelous trombone solo on the melody. The 1961 Capitol Records recording of Christmas music was a smash hit for Kenton. DeRosa’s delightful, contemporary setting on “God Rest Ye, Merry Gentlemen” has a moderate samba feel and features the soprano saxophone throughout.
God Rest Ye, Merry Gentlemen - arr. Ted Wilson Good King Wenceslas - arr. Ralph Carmichael Good King Wenceslas - arr. Ted Wilson
 A loping, swinging version, featuring alto saxophone throughout. The 1961 Capitol Records recording of Christmas music was a smash hit for Kenton.  A wonderfully fresh and inventive funk chart (Yup!).
Hark, the Herald Angels Sing - arr. Rich DeRosa Holly and the Ivy, The - arr. Ralph Carmichael Joy to the World - arr. Rich DeRosa
  "Hark, the Herald Angels Sing" is a light, happy, easy-swing chart that is playable by most any band. The 1961 Capitol Records recording of Christmas music was a smash hit for Kenton.   This traditional tune in a zydeco feel and provides an entertaining journey from beginning to end. Focusing entirely on the ensemble, there is no improvisation in this piece.
Kenton Christmas Revisited, A – arr. Bob Curnow Lo, How A Rose E'er Blooming - arr. Bob Curnow O Holy Night - arr. Ralph Carmichael

Due to Covid-19 The Bob Curnow Big Band was not able to record this piece live. What you will hear is a Finale midi playback. We ask your understanding and look forward to being able to provide a recording of the great Curnow Big Band in the near future.

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Bob Curnow has taken the brilliant arrangements done for the Stan Kenton Orchestra by Ralph Charmichael and created a medley of fresh, modern versions containing Angels We Have Heard on High, The Holly and the Ivy, O, Tannenbaum and Good King Wenceslas. He then arranged these wonderful carols for standard big band instrumentation (5 saxophones, 4 trumpets, 4 trombones, piano, guitar, bass and drums.) 5-4-4-4 $65.00

 		 With a nod to the wonderful David Maddux arrangement written for First Call, Bob has created a gorgeous version for big band.  The 1961 Capitol Records recording of Christmas music was a smash hit for Kenton.
O, Tannenbaum - arr. Ralph Carmichael Once In Royal David's City - arr. Ralph Carmichael Silent Night - arr. Bob Curnow
 The 1961 Capitol Records recording of Christmas music was a smash hit for Kenton.  The 1961 Capitol Records recording of Christmas music was a smash hit for Kenton.  Curnow has adapted the amazing vocal arrangements of David Maddux for the jazz ensemble.
Silent Night - arr. Ted Wilson Twelve Days of Christmas, The - arr. Ralph Carmichael We Three Kings - arr. Ralph Carmichael
 This is a very hip, slow, 3/4 version, with lush, warm voicings. The 1961 Capitol Records recording of Christmas music was a smash hit for Kenton. The 1961 Capitol Records recording of Christmas music was a smash hit for Kenton.
What Child Is This? - arr. Richard DeRosa
Rich DeRosa continues to amaze us with his clever arrangements of traditional Christmas songs. This time, he has incorporated this Christmas favorite with a Wayne Shorter style/ feel, and the result is nothing short of spectacular!