Inclusive holiday trombone songbook
The Politically Correct Book of Holiday Songs for Trombone
What Is This Book?
The Politically Correct Book of Holiday Songs for Trombone is a multicultural holiday trombone songbook featuring solo arrangements for a wide range of winter celebrations. It brings together accessible trombone versions of holiday favorites from traditions such as Christmas, Chanukah, Kwanzaa, Bodhi Day, Winter Solstice, Eid al-Fitr, New Year’s, and more. Designed for ease of playing and maximum variety, it also includes a lighthearted Festivus selection for a fun, tongue-in-cheek twist.
Who Is This Book For?
This book is ideal for late beginner to early intermediate trombone players, typically ages 9 and up.
It works well for:
School band and orchestra holiday programs
Private trombone lessons
Home learners and family music-making
Youth ensembles, church groups, and community bands
Students who want a more inclusive and diverse holiday repertoire
What Makes This Book Easy for Kids to Learn?
The arrangements are written with developing trombonists in mind, using comfortable ranges and straightforward rhythms.
Phrasing and note patterns are kept clear so young players can focus on tone and counting without feeling overwhelmed.
Pieces are laid out logically on the page to minimize page turns and help students follow the music smoothly.
Familiar holiday melodies support ear training, confidence, and quick learning for kids who are still building reading skills.
What Music Does the Book Include?
This trombone songbook includes solo holiday arrangements inspired by multiple winter celebrations, such as:
Christmas carols and seasonal favorites
Chanukah songs
Kwanzaa-inspired selections
Pieces marking Bodhi Day and Winter Solstice
Festive tunes suitable for Eid al-Fitr and New Year’s
A humorous Festivus song for a playful, modern holiday touch
The focus is on melodic, singable tunes that sound full and satisfying when played by a single trombone.
Are There Fun Extras Included?
This book focuses on the music itself and does not include additional extras.
What’s Inside the Book?
Solo trombone arrangements for multiple winter holidays
Accessible keys and ranges suitable for developing players
Clear, easy-to-follow layouts for solo performance
Music appropriate for school, home, and community events
A special Festivus-themed selection for humorous performances
A broad mix of sacred, secular, and cultural holiday tunes
Skills Your Child Will Learn
Melodic trombone tone across a comfortable range
Rhythm reading with common note values and meters
Holiday performance readiness for school and community events
Musical phrasing and breath control
Articulation clarity in festive melodies
Confidence playing solo trombone music
Expressive dynamics in lyrical holiday songs
How to Use This Book
Teachers can assign pieces as part of holiday units in school band, orchestra, or studio lessons, choosing tunes that match classroom celebrations and community diversity.
Parents can use the book for home practice, family sing-alongs (with trombone as the lead “singer”), or informal holiday performances.
Students can prepare solos for school concerts, assemblies, talent shows, and community events, or simply enjoy learning holiday pieces on their own.
Ensembles can feature the trombone using these solos with simple piano, guitar, or keyboard accompaniments improvised or created separately.
Use matching books for other instruments to create unison ensemble performances.
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is The Politically Correct Book of Holiday Songs for Trombone designed for?
It is best suited for late beginner to early intermediate trombonists who can read basic notes and rhythms comfortably.
Can I use this book for school holiday concerts?
Yes. The multicultural selection makes it useful for inclusive school programs that recognize a variety of winter celebrations.
Is this book only for kids?
No. While it is accessible for younger players, adult beginners and hobbyists will also find the arrangements enjoyable and easy to play.
Does the book include religious and secular music?
Yes. It includes a blend of sacred, cultural, and secular holiday tunes from multiple traditions.
Can these solos be adapted for other instruments?
The book is written specifically for trombone, but experienced teachers or arrangers can transpose lines for other brass instruments if needed.
Learn More
For additional music tutorials and demonstrations, visit the official Music Fun Books YouTube Channel.
Where to get it
Available now on Amazon.