The term references a digital document, likely in Portable Document Format (PDF), containing the sheet music for Leroy Anderson’s popular orchestral medley, “A Christmas Festival.” This medley arranges several well-known Christmas carols into a vibrant and celebratory piece. An example would be a PDF file downloadable from a music publisher’s website or a digital music score platform.
Availability of the composition’s sheet music in digital format offers several advantages. It allows for convenient distribution, immediate access, and ease of storage for conductors, musicians, and music educators. Its accessibility promotes wider performance of the work by orchestras, bands, and ensembles worldwide, contributing to the piece’s enduring popularity as a holiday staple. Historically, the piece has secured a place in holiday traditions due to its uplifting and recognizable themes.
