{"product_id":"countdown-to-christmas-darren-day-9798464422308","title":"Countdown to Christmas","description":"\u003cp\u003e**\u003ci\u003eA MUST HAVE CHRISTMAS PIANO BOOK!** \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor anyone who loves playing or singing along to classic Christmas carols, *Countdown to Christmas* is a delightful addition! This book includes 25 pieces-a mix of traditional carols, favorite holiday songs, and original solos-arranged in various engaging styles. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eEach piece can stand alone as a piano solo, but lyrics are included so you can sing along, accompany others, or perform for family and friends. The book even provides access to backing tracks via QR codes, available in two different tempos to match your playing style. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDesigned for elementary-level pianists (UK Grades 1-3), *Countdown to Christmas* is ideal for players of all ages, including those who may be a bit out of practice. Many pieces are in simple key signatures, making it accessible and fun for everyone preparing for the holiday season.\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eWarmly recommended...includes some nicely pianistic writing...the overall feel of the arrangements is fresh and contemporary. In short, a great choice for those wanting easy (and sometimes impressively inventive) arrangements of their favourite carols.\u003c\/i\u003e\"\u003cbr\u003eAndrew Eales, Pianodao\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eCustomer 5 star reviews\u003cbr\u003e\"A lovely traditional selection but with a modern twist...perfect! Love the fact you can access the backing tracks too. I know my pupils will love this.\" \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"Clever arrangements, making well known tunes easily accessible for the young and older pianist. A great buy!\" \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"This is a super book of Christmas pieces. The arrangements are interesting but still manageable, and the original compositions are beautiful and make fantastic additions to the collection\" \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"My new favourite Christmas book!\"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContents\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAngels From The Realms\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAuld Lang Syne\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAway in a Manger \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChristmas Waltz (original solo)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeck the Halls\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe First Noel\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGo, Tell It on the Mountain\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGod Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHark! the Herald Angels Sing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eI Saw Three Ships \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the Bleak Midwinter \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJingle Bells \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJolly Old Saint Nicholas .\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJoy to the World\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMary's Lullaby (original solo)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eO Christmas Tree \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eO Come, All Ye Faithful\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eO Holy Night\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eO Little Town of Bethlehem \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnce in Royal David's City\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne More Sleep (original solo)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSilent Night \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSnowfall (original solo) \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe Three Kings \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe Wish You a Merry Christmas\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA *must-have* piano book for Christmas, offering daily carols and original pieces-a festive countdown perfect for elem pianists. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDarren Day lives in Belfast, NI and alongside his busy teaching career, Darren writes engaging and motivational music for all levels. He is also an Examiner for Trinity College London.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Darren Day\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798464422308\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/04\/2021\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 58\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.35lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.12d","brand":"Darren Day","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":50920190705919,"sku":"9798464422308","price":18.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/countdown-to-christmas-darren-day-9798464422308","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}