Holst-In the Bleak Midwinter arr. Slawson (SP)-B/V/M/opt. 4T/DS

Arranged by Brian Slawson, In the Bleak Midwinter offers a serene and lyrical setting of Gustav Holst’s beloved melody for percussion sextet. With vibraphone carrying the lead voice throughout and a shared marimba providing bass and harmony, the arrangement provides a soothing, reflective atmosphere perfect for a winter concert.

A drum set and optional timpani provide a gentle rhythmic foundation to support the leading melodic instruments, making this a well-rounded and accessible piece for developing ensembles. Careful attention to balance and steady tempo will allow the simple beauty of the original carol to shine through.

This piece ships as a fully bound score or as an instant PDF download for printing or tablet viewing. Individual parts come exclusively in PDF format.

Additional Information:

• Number of players: 5-6
• Difficulty: Elementary
• Instrumentation:
• Player 1: Glockenspiel
• Player 2: Vibraphone
• Player 3: Marimba 1 (4.3 oct., shared w/Player 4)
• Player 4: Marimba 2
• Player 5 (optional): 4 Timpani
• Player 6: Drum set