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Patapan Fantasy: for Clarinet Quartet
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Clarinet Quartet, Woodwind Ensemble Bass Clarinet, Clarinet - Level 3 - Digital Download
SKU: A0.1725409
Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Mark A. Craig/Craig Music Publishers (ASCAP). This edition: pdf, streaming. Baroque, Christmas, Holiday, Multicultural, Traditional, World. 22 pages. Craig Music Publishers #1287843. Published by Craig Music Publishers (A0.1725409).ISMN# 979-0-3071-0004-6
ASCAP WORK ID# 932661319
This intermediate clarinet quartet digital download medley transforms the traditional French carol "Patapan" into an imaginative "Patapan Fantasy," incorporating beloved Christmas songs like "God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen," "Joy to the World," "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel," "We Three Kings of Orient Are," and "Good King Wenceslas," representing holiday music from the Czech Republic, England, France, and the United States. It is perfect for all holiday events, gatherings, recitals, or caroling gigs. The arrangement was written for most ensembles, from advanced high school quartets to college ensembles to professional quartets. What appealed to me most about this piece was that it's pitched in a minor key, making it slightly different from most Christmas carols. The lyrics are similar to "The Little Drummer Boy": "When you hear the fife and drum, dance and make the village hum." Originally scored for piano, I hope you enjoy this unique setting for clarinets, which can bring a taste of Europe to your holiday celebrations.
If you like this arrangement, you might also like my clarinet quartet arrangement of Albert Hague's iconic hit "You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch" from the classic holiday TV special The Grinch Who Stole Christmas. It's available on:
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Read my blog post about this arrangement on the CMP website.
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Updated 8 Mar 2026
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