Second Annual Free Arrangements Giveaway Contest!

This is the second of our annual free ensemble music giveaway contest. Listed below are the rules of engagement-

  1. Download free Jingle Bells arrangement
  2. Rehearse and record (both audio or video recordings accepted)
  3. Submit recording before December 1, 2023.
  4. Trios and multitrack individuals will be equally considered.

The selection of winner will be decided by a committee of one (me) based on execution of performance at printed tempo (quarter note = 60pm)

Live recordings and edited recordings will be equally considered.

The winning submission will receive ten (10) free arrangements/transcriptions of his/her choice from our extensive library. Prize valued from $20 to over $100 depending on selections.

All recordings must be posted on YouTube to be considered. Contestants must notify me when posting is done and include URL for my viewing.

Here is a way to augment your library, work on a difficult arrangement and meet the challenge of your humble Blogger.

Best of luck to all “and to all a good night”

“Remember, if you have a need for something not in our current listings, just contact me at brucechidester@hotmail.com and I will let you know if I can help you”.

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Bruce was a member of the faculty at the University of Northern Iowa, School of Music in Cedar Falls from 1969 until his retirement in 1999. He has performed with many well-known entertainers such as Bob Hope, Jim Nabors, Roy Rogers and Dale Evans, Steve Lawrence and Eydie Gorme, Anita Bryant, Carman Cavalara, Victor Borgie, the Four Freshman, Blackstone the Magician, Bobby Vinton and John Davidson.