Details
- Instrument:
- Choir
- Ensembles:
- 4-Part SATB A Cappella
- Genres:
- Blues Standards Holiday Christmas Carols
- Composers:
- Billy Hayes Jay Johnson
- Publishers:
- Areté Singers Excellence in Harmony Series
- Series:
- ArrangeMe
- Item types:
- Digital
- Level:
- Intermediate
- Artist:
- Elvis Presley
- Usages:
- School and Community
- Number of Pages:
- 3
SKU: A0.1845654
By Elvis Presley. By Billy Hayes and Jay Johnson. Arranged by Timothy Echavez Salaver. This edition: pdf. A Cappella, Blues, Christmas, Holiday, Standards. 3 pages. Areté Singers Excellence in Harmony Series #1405205. Published by Areté Singers Excellence in Harmony Series (A0.1845654).Blue Christmas
SATB a cappella • Arranged by Timothy Echavez Salaver
This elegant swing-style a cappella arrangement captures the nostalgic, melancholy charm of the classic Elvis Presley recording while giving it a fresh, sophisticated choral sound.
The melody stays faithfully in the bass voice, just as Elvis sang it, while the soprano, alto, and tenor create warm, close-harmony “loo loo” backgrounds that float above with gentle swing. The result is an intimate, heartfelt texture that feels both classic and modern — perfect for holiday concerts, caroling groups, and community choirs.
Features:True SATB a cappella (with light divisi)
Swing groove at ♩ = 100
Duration: approximately 2:10–2:15
Rich yet accessible harmonies with tasteful jazz extensions
Easy-to-read layout with clear rehearsal letters
Level: Medium (suitable for good high-school, church, and community choirs)
Ideal for winter concerts, Christmas programs, and small-to-medium ensembles looking for a smooth, emotional take on this beloved standard. The arrangement shines in both intimate and larger acoustic settings.
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- ArrangeMe:
- Areté Singers Excellence in Harmony Series
- Series:
- ArrangeMe
- Artists:
- Elvis Presley Billy Hayes Jay Johnson
- Ensemble:
- 4-Part SATB A Cappella
- Publisher:
- Areté Singers Excellence in Harmony Series