Inclusive Holiday Cello Songbook
The Politically Correct Book of Holiday Songs for Cello
What Is This Book?
The Politically Correct Book of Holiday Songs for Cello is a multicultural holiday song collection arranged specially for cello. It brings together accessible solo arrangements for celebrations including Christmas, Chanukah, Kwanzaa, Bodhi Day, Winter Solstice, Eid al-Fitr, New Year’s, and even Festivus. Designed for clarity and ease of playing, it supports both personal enjoyment and performance in diverse communities.
Who Is This Book For?
This book is ideal for late beginner to intermediate cello students, typically ages 8 through adult.
It works well in school orchestra programs, private lessons, studio recitals, community events, holiday programs, and home use.
Teachers can use it for multicultural holiday units, while self-taught learners can enjoy expanding their seasonal repertoire with inclusive, approachable arrangements.
What Makes This Book Easy for Kids to Learn?
Arrangements are written in clear, easy-to-read notation suitable for young readers.
Phrasing and rhythms are simplified when needed so students can focus on beautiful tone and secure intonation.
Melodies are arranged to sit comfortably on the cello, with practical fingerings and positions that make holiday playing fun instead of frustrating.
Straightforward layouts help kids follow the music without clutter or distractions, supporting confident practice and performance.
What Music Does the Book Include?
The book includes solo cello arrangements of well-known Christmas carols and seasonal songs.
It also features tunes for Chanukah, Kwanzaa, Bodhi Day, Winter Solstice, Eid al-Fitr, New Year’s, and other winter celebrations.
For extra fun, it adds a humorous selection for Festivus, offering a lighthearted option for recitals or family gatherings.
The mix of sacred, secular, traditional, and contemporary-inspired pieces creates a broad, inclusive holiday repertoire for cellists.
Are There Fun Extras Included?
This book focuses on the music itself and does not include additional extras.
What’s Inside the Book?
Solo holiday arrangements written specifically for cello
Inclusive repertoire representing multiple winter holidays and cultures
Accessible keys and ranges appropriate for developing cellists
Clear, uncluttered page layouts for easy reading
Pieces suitable for performances, recitals, and family gatherings
A tongue-in-cheek Festivus song for humorous holiday moments
Music that can be used alone or alongside other holiday string books
Skills Your Child Will Learn
Reading holiday melodies on the cello
Developing tone across all strings
Strengthening rhythm and counting with familiar tunes
Improving left-hand intonation and basic shifting (if used)
Practicing bow control, legato, and simple articulations
Building performance confidence with recognizable songs
Learning to play music from multiple cultures and traditions
How to Use This Book
Use this book as a seasonal supplement during lessons, focusing on one or two songs per holiday period.
In classrooms or ensembles, assign different pieces to different students to create a multicultural program that highlights various celebrations.
At home, let students choose favorite holidays or songs and prepare them for family gatherings, community events, or school performances.
Teachers can use the book to discuss musical style, rhythm, and expression while also opening conversations about diversity and inclusivity in holiday traditions.
Students can revisit the same pieces each year, tracking their progress as the arrangements grow easier and more musical over time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What level is The Politically Correct Book of Holiday Songs for Cello?
It is best suited for late beginners through intermediate cellists who can read basic notation and are comfortable with simple rhythms and common keys.
Can this book be used for school holiday concerts?
Yes. The inclusive selection makes it a strong choice for multicultural school programs and community performances.
Is the music arranged only for solo cello?
The pieces are written as solo cello arrangements, but teachers can easily add simple piano or chordal accompaniments if desired.
Does the book include religious and secular music?
Yes. It includes a mix of sacred and secular holiday songs from a variety of cultural and religious traditions.
Can adults who are learning cello use this book?
Absolutely. Adult beginners and hobby players can enjoy the accessible arrangements and the wide range of holiday material.
Learn More
For additional music tutorials and demonstrations, visit the official Music Fun Books YouTube Channel.
Where to get it
Available now on Amazon.