It Came Upon a Midnight Clear

It Came Upon a Midnight Clear is a warm and accessible wind quintet arrangement of one of the most beloved Christmas carols in the repertoire, arranged by Michael Vondracek. This setting is scored for flute, oboe, clarinet, horn, and bass clarinet (in place of bassoon) — making it a practical and welcoming choice for ensembles that may not have a bassoonist available.

Lyrical and gentle in character, the arrangement honors the carol’s timeless melody while giving each voice in the quintet a meaningful role. Its approachable difficulty level makes it an ideal holiday concert selection for developing musicians, while remaining musically satisfying for more experienced players as well.

A perfect addition to any winter or holiday program — familiar enough to delight audiences, and polished enough to showcase your ensemble.