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Leroy Anderson's is a light orchestral classic, famously conceived during a relentless heatwave in Woodbury, Connecticut, in July 1946. Despite its wintry theme, the "draft piece" was born out of Anderson's desire to capture a cooler atmosphere while he was working on his yard in the sweltering heat. Composition and Premiere

A consistent rhythmic element throughout the composition. sleigh_ride_anderson

Originally an instrumental, the lyrics were added two years later in 1950 by Mitchell Parish. Signature Musical Elements Leroy Anderson's is a light orchestral classic, famously

Closes with a signature "horse whinny" produced by a half-valved trumpet. sleigh_ride_anderson