Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
A chorale setting, framed by Jingle Bells and a left-hand echo of We Wish You a Merry Christmas.
Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring
Preserves the original texture while introducing new harmonies that add a neo-Baroque touch.
Silent Night
Block harmony in the lower register gives this arrangement a slightly darker, reflective tone.
O Christmas Tree
Captures the gentle charm of the carol, creating a simple and calm atmosphere.
Deck the Halls
Full of movement and rhythmic play, this lively arrangement carries an underlying sense of melancholy.
Jingle Bells
A blend of “Jingle Bells” and Grieg’s “Morning Mood,” highlighting shared harmonic and melodic elements.
About the collection
About Oded Essner
A Wintry Piano Wonderland reimagines holiday classics with a blend of jazz harmonies, classical elegance, and playful twists.
Arranged and performed by Oded Essner, it offers fresh interpretations of beloved melodies: from the calm glow of Silent Night to a sparkling mash-up of Jingle Bells and Grieg’s Morning Mood.
With whimsical illustrations by Silke Leffler, the collection creates a festive experience that delights both ears and eyes.
Oded Essner is a pianist, arranger, composer, and educator at Simply, a leading platform for music learning.
Trained in composition, arranging, and performance, he has released albums, written for theatre, and collaborated with artists across genres.
Through projects like A Curious City (appears as a bonus in the collection) and A Wintry Piano Wonderland, he joins music with the art of Silke Leffler to create immersive experiences that inspire listeners and viewers alike.
A leading publisher of sacred music and educational resources, serving churches, schools, and musicians worldwide since 1946.
A Curious City
A Curious City marks the first collaboration between Oded Essner and illustrator Silke Leffler, blending music and art in a captivating debut. Silke’s whimsical characters come to life through enchanting animation, as Oded’s original composition paints a tender and imaginative portrait of a city full of wonder, creating a unique experience for both the eyes and the ears.
For Strings
The piano’s holiday sparkle slips onto bows: carols shimmer in warm, velvety mutes, pizzicato “snowflakes” dance like sleigh bells, and glowing harmonies wrap the room like candlelight. Lines pass gift-like around the quartet—violin to viola to cello—while a special oboe cameo shines in with a clear, star-bright melody.
