Inclusive Holiday Sax Songbook
The Politically Correct Book of Holiday Songs for Tenor Saxophone
What Is This Book?
The Politically Correct Book of Holiday Songs for Tenor Saxophone is a diverse holiday collection of solo arrangements for young tenor sax players. It brings together accessible melodies from Christmas, Chanukah, Kwanzaa, Bodhi Day, Winter Solstice, Eid al-Fitr, New Year’s, and more. Students can explore inclusive holiday music while developing solid saxophone skills.
Who Is This Book For?
Elementary to early high school students learning tenor sax
Beginner and early-intermediate saxophone players
School band programs and winter concert repertoire
Private lesson teachers seeking inclusive holiday material
Home learners and families wanting diverse seasonal music
Small ensembles looking for easy solo features with accompaniment support
What Makes This Book Easy for Kids to Learn?
Clear, easy-to-read notation designed for young saxophonists
Melodies arranged in comfortable keys for beginner embouchure and fingerings
Logical page layouts that keep each tune simple to follow
Progressive variety so students can build confidence from easier to slightly more challenging pieces
Familiar, singable melodies that help with ear training and phrasing
Accessible rhythms that support developing reading skills
What Music Does the Book Include?
This book focuses on solo tenor saxophone arrangements of popular and traditional holiday songs from a wide range of cultures and celebrations. Students will find classic Christmas carols, Chanukah songs, Kwanzaa-themed pieces, music for winter and New Year festivities, and other seasonal tunes that reflect global traditions. It also includes a humorous Festivus selection for light-hearted performances and classroom fun.
Are There Fun Extras Included?
This book focuses on the music itself and does not include additional extras.
What’s Inside the Book?
Inclusive holiday songs from many cultures and traditions
Solo tenor sax arrangements designed for young players
Easy-to-play keys suitable for beginner embouchure and hand position
Rhythms chosen to support early music reading skills
Pieces appropriate for school concerts and community events
A playful Festivus song for humorous holiday performances
Repertoire that supports multicultural and winter celebrations
Skills Your Child Will Learn
Basic tenor sax tone production and breath support
Rhythm reading using common note values and rests
Reading standard music notation on the staff
Articulation and tonguing for clear, clean phrasing
Pitch control and intonation in beginner-friendly keys
Dynamic contrast and expressive playing
Confidence performing solo music for an audience
Awareness of diverse cultural holiday traditions through music
How to Use This Book
Use selections as performance pieces for school winter concerts and recitals.
Assign individual tunes as lesson material in private or group instruction.
Incorporate songs into band programs to highlight diverse holidays and celebrations.
Encourage students to choose their favorite pieces for home practice and informal performances.
Pair the music with classroom discussions about different cultural traditions during the holiday season.
Use the Festivus selection for a fun, light-hearted break in rehearsals or as a humorous recital encore.
Use matching books for other instruments to create unison ensemble performances.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this book suitable for complete beginners on tenor saxophone?
Yes. The pieces are arranged with beginners and early-intermediate players in mind, using comfortable ranges and straightforward rhythms.
Can these songs be used for school concerts and recitals?
Absolutely. The inclusive holiday repertoire is ideal for winter concerts, multicultural programs, and community performances.
Does the book include accompaniment parts?
The focus is on solo tenor sax arrangements. Teachers or pianists can create simple accompaniments if desired, but the pieces work well on their own.
What holidays are represented in the book?
The music draws from Christmas, Chanukah, Kwanzaa, Bodhi Day, Winter Solstice, Eid al-Fitr, New Year’s celebrations, and a humorous Festivus selection.
Can older beginners use this book as well?
Yes. While written with younger players in mind, older beginners and adult students will also find the accessible arrangements useful and enjoyable.
Learn More
For additional music tutorials and demonstrations, visit the official Music Fun Books YouTube Channel.
Where to get it
Available now on Amazon.