Looking to bring some holiday magic to your clarinet repertoire? The warm, expressive tone of the clarinet makes it the perfect instrument for capturing the essence of Christmas music. We've curated a selection of 8 holiday tunes to showcase your talent as a clarinettist.

Join us as we explore these timeless Christmas songs for the clarinet, each offering unique opportunities to spread the festive cheer. Whether performing for family gatherings or holiday concerts, these pieces will help you create unforgettable moments.

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1. Let It Snow - Discover Our Christmas Sheet Music for Clarinet

▶️️Play the clarinet sheet music for Let It Snow by Jule Stynes

Let it snow was composed in 1945 by Sammy Cahn and Jule Styne. The month of July of this year was particularly hot in California and the composing pair was wishing for a bit of a colder situation. Therefore, funny enough,the song was not initially linked to Christmas or the Holidays celebration. It didn’t prevent radio stations from playing it during the season and countless artists to cover the song on Christmas compilations.

If the original version was sung by Vaughn Monroe, you probably have in mind Frank Sinatra’s version recorded in 1950 or Dean Martin’s cover from 1959. More upbeat than the original, both versions have been used in several movies and commercials. Even though the original version is included in the last scene and the credits of Die Hard- one point for Monroe!

Tomplay's clarinet sheet music captures the song's playful melody and warm sentiment perfectly. Our sheet music comes with a professional accompaniment track and is available in multiple difficulty levels, helping you master those flowing melodic lines that make this piece so special.

2. Jingle Bell Rock - Master This Popular Christmas Sheet Music for Clarinet

▶️️Play the clarinet sheet music for Jingle Bell Rock by Bobby Helms

Bobby Helms brought rock 'n' roll to Christmas in 1957 with this infectious melody that combines traditional holiday sounds with the era's popular music. Written by Joseph Carleton Beal and James Ross Boothe, the song merges classic Christmas themes with a catchy rockabilly style that was revolutionary for its time.

Tomplay's high-quality backing tracks let you feel like you're performing with a full rock 'n' roll band! Simply pick your skill level and start playing today.

3. We Wish You a Merry Christmas - Traditional Christmas Sheet Music for Clarinet Players

▶️️Play the clarinet sheet music for We Wish You a Merry Christmas

Did you know already? The famous line “Now bring us some figgy pudding ... we won't go until we get some” from this popular Christmas carol refers to the sweets that carolers were given for their wonderful singing. These Christmas carolers were mostly poor people. It was therefore all the more important that they were appropriately rewarded for their singing.

And they persisted: only when they had been paid by the wealthy families for their performance did it stop. To this day, the delicacy can therefore be found on Christmas markets all around the world. Sit at your guitar and play the melody with which you unmistakably wish a Merry Christmas!

Our sheet music is suitable for all skill levels, and comes with an orchestral backing track that brings extra festive spirit to your practice sessions. You can also use our “visual aid” functionality, showing you how to play each note on your instrument.

4. Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town - Explore This Festive Christmas Sheet Music for Clarinet

▶️️Play the clarinet sheet music for Santa Claus is Comin' to Town by Mariah Carey

While Mariah Carey's 1994 version brought new life to this classic, the song itself dates back to 1934. Written by John Frederick Coots and Haven Gillespie, it was first performed on Eddie Cantor's radio show and became an instant hit, selling 100,000 copies of sheet music the very next day!

The clarinet's agile nature suits Carey's R&B-influenced interpretation beautifully, allowing for both smooth melodic passages and playful ornamentations. Our arrangements offer options for both traditional and contemporary interpretations.

Tomplay's sheet music includes detailed breathing suggestions and fingering charts for tricky passages, making this exciting piece accessible to intermediate players while still offering challenges for advanced clarinetists.

5. Feliz Navidad - Add Latin Flair to Your Christmas Sheet Music Collection for Clarinet

▶️️Play the clarinet sheet music for Feliz Navidad by José Feliciano

In 1970, José Feliciano, a Puerto Rican singer and songwriter was in his house in New York, feeling homesick and missing Christmas from his native country. This inspired him to write Feliz Navidad. The song contained only nineteen words: six in Spanish and thirteen in English. The choice was deliberated as Feliciano chose to write bilingual lyrics in order to deliver a positive message and unite people around the holidays.

The piece instantly became a major international hit, turning it into a “must” for the Christmas holidays. It got covered a couple of times, including in 2011, by Michael Bublé who sang in duet with Mexican singer Thalía. But also by Feliciano himself who released a ska version of it in 2017, in collaboration with Jools Holland.

Our arrangements come with authentic backing tracks featuring Latin percussion, helping clarinetists develop their sense of rhythm and timing while maintaining the piece's characteristic groove.

6. Last Christmas - Modern Christmas Sheet Music for Your Clarinet Performances

▶️️Play the clarinet sheet music for Last Christmas by Wham!

George Michael wrote this holiday classic in 1984, creating a perfect blend of pop sensibility and Christmas spirit. Originally performed by Wham!, the song tells a story of lost love during the holiday season, resonating with listeners through its emotional depth and memorable melody.

The clarinet's expressive capabilities make it ideal for capturing the song's emotional nuances. The flowing melodic lines allow players to explore dynamics and tonal control, especially in the instrument's beautiful middle register.

Tomplay's arrangements include detailed expression markings and suggested dynamics to help you capture the song's emotional journey. Our backing tracks provide the full pop accompaniment, letting you focus on making the melody soar.

7. It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year - Essential Christmas Sheet Music for Clarinet

▶️ Play the clarinet sheet music for It's the most wonderful time of the year by Andy Williams

Andy Williams introduced this cheerful celebration of the season in 1963, written by Edward Pola and George Wyle. The song captures everything magical about the holiday season, from caroling to mistletoe to gatherings with friends.

This piece allows clarinetists to showcase their ability to play both legato phrases and crisp, articulated passages. The song's structure provides excellent opportunities to work on dynamic contrast and tonal control.

Our arrangements include carefully marked breathing points and suggested fingerings for challenging passages. Tomplay's orchestral backing tracks help you capture the full grandeur of this holiday favorite.

8. Silent Night - Beautiful Christmas Sheet Music Arranged for Clarinet 

▶️️Play the clarinet sheet music for Silent Night by Gruber

On the 23rd of December 1818, in the Austrian Alps, a community was supposed to be playing the birth of Christ in the local church of Saint Nicolas. Unfortunately, they discovered that they wouldn't be able to play the organ that night, as it was damaged by possible flooding and it couldn’t be repaired on time for the evening.

The father in charge of the congregation, Joseph Mohr, thought he could use a poem he had written several years earlier, called “Stille Nacht” (“Silent Night”). He charged Franz Xaver Gruber, an organist, to write a melody to accompany his piece on the guitar. Only a few hours later, the carol was played for the first time during the Christmas Eve service. The song became so popular ever since, that it even got declared “intangible cultural heritage” by UNESCO in 2011!

Tomplay offers arrangements ranging from simple statements of the melody to more elaborate variations, all with reverent backing tracks that enhance the piece's spiritual quality. Our sheet music includes suggested breathing points and dynamic markings to help you deliver a moving performance.

Each of these eight pieces offers unique opportunities to develop your clarinet skills while spreading holiday cheer. From technical challenges to expressive possibilities, these arrangements will help you create magical musical moments throughout the holiday season.

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Remember, the best way to approach these pieces is with patience and joy - just like the holiday season itself. Happy practicing, and may your clarinet fill the air with Christmas magic!