Leroy Anderson — Sleigh Ride: 7 Student & Teacher Editions
A lively orchestral piece evoking winter sleigh rides, originally composed by Leroy Anderson in 1948. Known for its playful use of whip cracks and horse-clip sounds, it became a holiday classic despite not explicitly mentioning Christmas.
Leroy Anderson's iconic orchestral piece "Sleigh Ride", composed in 1948, evokes vivid imagery of a winter journey through its use of whip cracks, sleigh bells, and trumpet neighs. Originally instrumental, it later gained lyrics and became a Christmas standard despite never explicitly mentioning the holiday.
Leroy Anderson's iconic orchestral work featuring whip cracks and horse neighs, composed during a heatwave but forever associated with winter.
"Sleigh Ride" is a light orchestral piece by Leroy Anderson, famously evoking winter imagery despite being written in July. It later gained lyrics and became a Christmas standard.
"Sleigh Ride" is a light orchestral piece known for its playful depiction of a winter journey,
featuring sleigh bells, clip-clop rhythms, and humorous sound effects.
Frequently associated with Christmas despite having no original lyrical references to the holiday.
Access printable worksheets and technique guides for complex passages
