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Arranged by Michael Sweeney. Essential Elements Performer Level. Christmas, Holiday. Score and parts (with online audio). 76 pages. Duration 135 seconds. Hal Leonard #860966. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.860966).UPC: 884088259167. 9.0x12.0x0.327 inches.
Performer Level (correlates with Book 1, p. 24) With its modal harmonies and hauntingly beautiful melody, this holiday favorite will sound terrific with your beginning players thanks to Michael Sweeney's skilled arrangement. Dur: 2:15.
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About Essential Elements Band Method: Essential Elements Band Method provides a complete system of books and accompanying materials that make the educator's job easier, and the students' learning more thorough and enjoyable. By Tom C. Rhodes, Donald Bierschenk, Tim Lautzenheiser, John Higgens, Linda Petersen.
- Greensleeves
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Daniel H.
December 17, 2025
Thoughtful Part Writing for Developing Bands
Michael Sweeney's 'Greensleeves' arrangement for concert band is a smart pedagogical choice. The 'modal harmonies' are presented effectively for 'Beginning' players, allowing each instrumental voice to contribute meaningfully to the texture. It fosters good balance and phrasing without overly complex demands. This ensures that the hauntingly beautiful melody and its supportive accompaniment are well-articulated across the entire ensemble, building solid ensemble skills.
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Anonymous
December 16, 2025
Excellent Arrangement for Beginning Bands!
This arrangement of Greensleeves by Michael Sweeney is truly fantastic for my first-year concert band students. The 'Beginning' level is perfectly aligned with the Essential Elements series, ensuring readability and appropriate challenges. It's excellent for teaching rhythmic accuracy and ensemble blending. My students loved the hauntingly beautiful melody, and the clear layout makes rehearsals efficient and rewarding for all.
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Mark T.
December 16, 2025
Solid Holiday Piece for Young Ensembles
A very practical choice for a beginning concert band's holiday repertoire. Michael Sweeney's arrangement of 'Greensleeves' is skillfully crafted for immediate playability. The 'Beginning' difficulty means minimal rehearsal time to achieve a polished, beautiful sound. It's a recognizable classic that works well for various events. The score and parts are clear and easy to distribute, making it a reliable addition.
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