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The Little Drummer Boy
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Chorus Choir (SATB) - Level 3 - Digital Download
SKU: A0.1844905
By Bing Crosby. By Harry Simeone, Henry Onorati, and Katherine K. Davis. Arranged by Timothy Echavez Salaver. This edition: pdf. A Cappella, Christian, Christmas, Holiday, Praise & Worship. 7 pages. Areté Singers Excellence in Harmony Series #1404467. Published by Areté Singers Excellence in Harmony Series (A0.1844905).The Little Drummer Boy
SATB a cappella • Arranged by Timothy Echavez Salaver
(Duration: ca. 3:35)
This elegant a cappella arrangement by Timothy Echavez Salaver reimagines the beloved carol as an intimate, warm choral tapestry. The upper three voices (Soprano, Alto, and Tenor) form a luminous, close-harmony trio that floats the familiar melody in rich, glowing triads — creating a tender, almost lullaby-like blend that feels both comforting and radiant.
Beneath this warm vocal glow, the bass section provides a steady, heartbeat-like “rum pum pum pum” ostinato that faithfully evokes the little drummer boy’s humble drum. This underlying rhythmic pulse never overwhelms; instead, it anchors the harmonies with gentle propulsion, giving the piece a quiet sense of forward motion and emotional depth.
The result is a beautifully balanced texture: the soprano-alto-tenor trio delivers the warmth and lyricism, while the bass rhythm supplies the simple, heartfelt drive. Divisi moments add richness without complexity, and the dynamic arc builds naturally from soft wonder to a radiant climax before returning to the quiet intimacy of “Me and my drum.”Perfect for holiday concerts, this arrangement captures the carol’s innocent spirit while offering sophisticated choral beauty — warm, accessible, and deeply moving.
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