Gruber-Stille Nacht ("Silent Night") arr. Daughtrey (SP) (PERC. ENS. VERSION)

Originally scored for marimba quartet, this arrangement of the ever-popular Christmas carol Stille Nacht (”Silent Night”) has been re-imagined for mixed keyboard quartet with 5 optional parts, including chimes, timpani, and 3 auxiliary percussion. After a brief, reflective introduction, the marimbas provide a warm eighth note ostinato while the bells and vibraphone float the simple, slightly re-harmonized melody on top. The metals and woods then trade roles with a more stately presentation of the tune in the marimbas, which leads to a breathtaking climax. The arrangement concludes in much the same way it begins – with the peace and quiet of a silent night.

Additional Information

• Number of Players: 4-9
• Level: Intermediate
• Instrumentation:
• Bells
• Vibraphone
• Chimes [optional]
• Marimba 1 [4-octave]
• Marimba 2 [4.3-octave]>/li>