Inclusive Holiday Violin Songbook
The Politically Correct Book of Holiday Songs for Violin
What Is This Book?
The Politically Correct Book of Holiday Songs for Violin is a diverse and inclusive holiday song collection arranged specifically for solo violin. It brings together easy-to-play pieces from many winter and year-end celebrations—Christmas, Chanukah, Kwanzaa, Bodhi Day, Winter Solstice, Eid al-Fitr, New Year’s, and more. Designed for quick learning and joyful performance, it’s ideal for players who want a broad, multicultural holiday repertoire.
Who Is This Book For?
This book is best suited for late-beginner to intermediate violin students, typically ages 8 through adult.
It works well for school music programs, holiday concerts, multicultural events, private lessons, studio recitals, and home learners who want to explore inclusive holiday music.
Ensemble directors can also use the pieces as solo features within group arrangements or as supplemental material for seasonal programs.
What Makes This Book Easy for Kids to Learn?
The arrangements are written to be accessible, with manageable rhythms and comfortable ranges for developing violinists.
Melodies are kept clear and singable, helping students connect what they hear with what they play.
Straightforward layouts reduce page turns and visual clutter, making it easier for kids to focus on the notes and enjoy the music.
The pieces are short enough to master in a reasonable time, building confidence while still sounding polished in performance.
What Music Does the Book Include?
This book focuses on solo violin arrangements of well-known and beloved holiday songs from a wide range of traditions.
You’ll find Christmas favorites, Chanukah songs, selections reflecting Kwanzaa, Bodhi Day, Winter Solstice, Eid al-Fitr, and New Year’s celebrations.
It also includes a humorous nod to modern pop culture with music for the tongue-in-cheek holiday Festivus, giving players a fun, lighthearted performance option.
Together, these pieces create a multicultural song list suitable for inclusive concerts and gatherings.
Are There Fun Extras Included?
This book focuses on the music itself and does not include additional extras.
What’s Inside the Book?
Solo violin arrangements of holiday songs
Music representing multiple winter and year-end celebrations
Accessible keys and ranges for late-beginner to intermediate players
Clear, uncluttered notation optimized for easy reading
Pieces suitable for school concerts, recitals, and community events
A humorous Festivus selection for lighthearted performances
A multicultural holiday repertoire in one convenient volume
Skills Your Child Will Learn
Confident solo playing
Reading notation in accessible keys
Steady rhythm and timing
Beautiful tone production on holiday melodies
Expressive phrasing and musicality
Bow control across simple and lyrical lines
Performance skills for seasonal concerts
Awareness of diverse cultural celebrations through music
How to Use This Book
Teachers can assign individual pieces as seasonal solos, recital selections, or sight-reading practice in private or group lessons.
Parents can encourage home practice by letting students choose favorite holidays or songs to prepare for family gatherings or school events.
Students can use the collection to build a holiday set list, performing for classmates, community programs, religious events, or informal home concerts.
Ensemble directors can feature these solos within larger programs that highlight multicultural celebrations, using the book as a flexible resource for varied audiences.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this book suitable for beginners?
It is best for late-beginner and early-intermediate violinists who are comfortable reading basic notation and playing simple rhythms.
Does the music require advanced techniques?
No. The arrangements avoid advanced techniques and focus on comfortable fingerings, basic bowing, and clear melodies.
Can I use this in a school holiday concert?
Yes. The multicultural content makes it especially useful for inclusive school concerts and programs that celebrate a variety of traditions.
Are piano accompaniments included?
No, these are solo violin arrangements intended to stand on their own or to be used with optional accompaniment created by teachers.
Does the book include music for Festivus?
Yes. It includes a playful Festivus selection, perfect for lighthearted performances and themed events.
Learn More
For additional music tutorials and demonstrations, visit the official Music Fun Books YouTube Channel.
Where to get it
Available now on Amazon.