THE DAY AFTER CHRISTMAS

[4:00] 2/1*-2/1-2/1-2/1, 4-3-3-1, timp+2, hp, high voice (Soprano) soloist, Children, strings
Commissioned by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and Chorus.
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This humorous piece, a patter song in the style of Gilbert and Sullivan, bemoans that the busy preparations for Christmas are followed by the busy aftermath of Christmas. It was originally programmed to follow pieces about the night before Christmas and Christmas Day.

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Arrangement for Full Orchestra and Chorus
Arrangement for Concert Band

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