This treatment has been done for strings and piano (harp preferred but optional). The original key of F has been retained, and the harp part is embraced by the celli in definitive sections. This arrangement is playable by advancing ensembles, with expanded use of rhythms, ranges and keys, but technical demands are still carefully considered. Includes parts for viola T.C.
MORE»
| List | $40.00 |
| Price | $36.00 (Save: $4.00) |
Exercises in 7 major keys covering slurred, legato, staccato and détaché bowings.
MORE»
| List | $5.99 |
| Price | $5.39 (Save: $0.60) |
A collection of 12 traditional carols for developing string orchestra (Grade 2) from master arranger Bruce Healey. This group of delightful arrangements will become your most valuable resource of holiday music for years to come. Each carol is given a fresh, creative treatment, yet is expertly arranged with younger players in mind. May be accompanied by piano or harp, and percussion. Songs include: Away in a Manger • We Wish You a Merry Christmas • Deck the Halls • Ding, Dong, Merrily on High • God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen • Greensleeves • O Come All Ye Faithful • Chanukah, Oy Chanukah • O Holy Night • Pat-A-Pan • Silent Night • Three Holiday Songs (Medley including The Dreydl Song, Jingle Bells, and Joy to the World).
Available for:
04490308 Conductor / $19.95
04490309 Violin 1 / $5.95
04490310 Violin 2 / $5.95
04490311 Violin 3 (Viola T.C.) / $5.95
04490312 Viola / $5.95
04490313 Cello / $5.95
04490314 String Bass / $5.95
04490315 Piano / $8.95
04490316 / Opt. Harp / $8.95
04490317 Opt. Percussion / $5.95.
MORE»
| List | $5.95 |
| Price | $5.36 (Save: $0.59) |
The beloved Adagio from Albinoni has long been a concert favorite everywhere. Jamin Hoffman's new version is set in E minor and arranged to fit the musical and technical levels of today's string orchestras. It includes a keyboard part that can be played on organ (as the original), and solo violin, appropriately arranged to feature your best soloist.
MORE»
| List | $45.00 |
| Price | $40.50 (Save: $4.50) |
New edition and engraving with detailed notes on the music. Includes ossias from the 1948 manuscript.
MORE»
| List | $40.00 |
| Price | $36.00 (Save: $4.00) |
From the pen of veteran composer and music educator Robert Longfield, Turning Point is a bold overture-style original work for strings, designed for festival or contest use. A solemn opening is following by a rhythmic modal theme, contrasted with a expressive middle section. The movement returns to the driving “A” theme and then into an impressive full ensemble coda.
MORE»
| List | $50.00 |
| Price | $45.00 (Save: $5.00) |
From the brilliant pen of Calvin Custer comes this splendid montage of folk style songs, both traditional and original, to celebrate the joy of the season. Originally conceived for full orchestra, Sean's adaptation of Calvin's medley is delightful to hear and perform. Includes Chanukah, Chanukah; Chanukah, Oy Chanukah; Ma'oz Tsur (Rock of Ages); My Dreidel.
MORE»
| List | $50.00 |
| Price | $45.00 (Save: $5.00) |
The Brazilian classic was popular in the United States during the 1940s with artists such as Ethel Smith, the Andrews Sisters and Carmen Miranda. More recently, it was performed at the closing ceremonies of the 2016 Olympics in Brazil. James Kazik's masteful arrangement for string orchestra (with optional piano and percussion) captures all the fun and energy of the original in a format that will be easily performable by your students and the audience dancing in the aisles!
MORE»
| List | $7.50 |
| Price | $6.75 (Save: $0.75) |
Give some Broadway pizzazz to your holiday program with this medley for band and optional choir. This sparkling arrangement is a perfect concert closer. Includes: God Bless Us Everyone, It's Beginning to Look Like Christmas, March of the Toys, My Favorite Things, Pine Cones and Holly Berries, Toyland and We Need a Lttle Christmas.
MORE»
| List | $45.00 |
| Price | $40.50 (Save: $4.50) |
For violin and harpsichord.
MORE»
| List | $27.00 |
| Price | $24.30 (Save: $2.70) |
A collection of 12 traditional carols for developing string orchestra (Grade 2) from master arranger Bruce Healey. This group of delightful arrangements will become your most valuable resource of holiday music for years to come. Each carol is given a fresh, creative treatment, yet is expertly arranged with younger players in mind. May be accompanied by piano or harp, and percussion. Songs include: Away in a Manger • We Wish You a Merry Christmas • Deck the Halls • Ding, Dong, Merrily on High • God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen • Greensleeves • O Come All Ye Faithful • Chanukah, Oy Chanukah • O Holy Night • Pat-A-Pan • Silent Night • Three Holiday Songs (Medley including The Dreydl Song, Jingle Bells, and Joy to the World).
Available for:
04490308 Conductor / $19.95
04490309 Violin 1 / $5.95
04490310 Violin 2 / $5.95
04490311 Violin 3 (Viola T.C.) / $5.95
04490312 Viola / $5.95
04490313 Cello / $5.95
04490314 String Bass / $5.95
04490315 Piano / $8.95
04490316 / Opt. Harp / $8.95
04490317 Opt. Percussion / $5.95.
MORE»
| List | $8.95 |
| Price | $8.06 (Save: $0.89) |
From one of the most enduring musicals of all¦time, here is one of iconic songs from West Side Story skillfully¦adapted for string ensemble by Robert Longfield.¦This arrangement features several style and¦tempo changes that reflect the drama and emotion of the original stage and film¦version.
MORE»
| List | $50.00 |
| Price | $45.00 (Save: $5.00) |
Arranged now for string orchestra, the text of this traditional Hebrew song provided comfort to the victims and survivors of the Holocaust, serving as a beacon of hope for the future and for humankind. A powerful musical moment for the concert stage.
MORE»
| List | $50.00 |
| Price | $45.00 (Save: $5.00) |
Let your strings soar through the expanse of the “Prairie Sky” by Robert Buckley. This energetic composition captures the beauty and majesty of open landscapes. With a contrasting slower middle section, lush harmonies, and sweeping syncopated melody, “Prairie Sky” transports performers and audiences alike to the heart of nature's splendor. Elevate your ensemble's repertoire with the captivating allure of “Prairie Sky” and create a memorable performance!
MORE»
| List | $55.00 |
| Price | $49.50 (Save: $5.50) |
Andrea Bocelli's signature song has become an international hit and has great appeal with all audiences. Your string orchestra will enjoy Ted Ricketts' arrangement that captures the emotion and musical sensitivity of this memorable song.
MORE»
| List | $40.00 |
| Price | $36.00 (Save: $4.00) |
Clearly one of Mozart's most well-known and beloved compositions, this overture will be sure to thrill both your audience and students, from the immediately recognizable opening statement through the triumphant final chords. An outstanding arrangement of a classical masterwork! Dur: 3:40
MORE»
| List | $45.00 |
| Price | $40.50 (Save: $4.50) |
A collection of 12 traditional carols for developing string orchestra (Grade 2) from master arranger Bruce Healey. This group of delightful arrangements will become your most valuable resource of holiday music for years to come. Each carol is given a fresh, creative treatment, yet is expertly arranged with younger players in mind. May be accompanied by piano or harp, and percussion. Songs include: Away in a Manger • We Wish You a Merry Christmas • Deck the Halls • Ding, Dong, Merrily on High • God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen • Greensleeves • O Come All Ye Faithful • Chanukah, Oy Chanukah • O Holy Night • Pat-A-Pan • Silent Night • Three Holiday Songs (Medley including The Dreydl Song, Jingle Bells, and Joy to the World).
Available for:
04490308 Conductor / $19.95
04490309 Violin 1 / $5.95
04490310 Violin 2 / $5.95
04490311 Violin 3 (Viola T.C.) / $5.95
04490312 Viola / $5.95
04490313 Cello / $5.95
04490314 String Bass / $5.95
04490315 Piano / $8.95
04490316 / Opt. Harp / $8.95
04490317 Opt. Percussion / $5.95.
MORE»
| List | $5.95 |
| Price | $5.36 (Save: $0.59) |
A clever, lighthearted finish to your holiday program! With the never-ending goal to keep the concert short, here's the essence (nine themes) of the classic ballet, honed down to three minutes or less. Stage it with a big hourglass-type egg timer, or with a projected digital stopwatch and let the audience watch as your orchestra works toward the finish. For added drama, Lloyd has provided an optional accelerando (molto, if need be) in the “Trepak” finale, to bring it in under the wire. Dur: 3:00
MORE»
| List | $45.00 |
| Price | $40.50 (Save: $4.50) |
Three of John Williams' recent film scores are combined in this spectacular showcase for string orchestra with Ted Ricketts' skilled arrangement. Includes: Harry Potter and the Scorcerer's Stone, Theme from A.I., and The Patriot.
MORE»
| List | $45.00 |
| Price | $40.50 (Save: $4.50) |
Grade 3–4
This piece combines the simple, elegant thematic material of the Elizabethan church composer Tallis, expanded and modernized through the luxurious harmonies of Vaughan Williams. Jamin Hoffman's lush setting is adapted and re-scored from the original version for two string orchestras plus solo quartet. Fantasia was used with great effect in the recent film Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World. Dur: 2:30
MORE»
| List | $45.00 |
| Price | $40.50 (Save: $4.50) |
Now available for string ensemble, this movement from Beethoven's fifth symphony has become the emblem of classical music and continues to be one of the most performed works in orchestral literature. The iconic opening motive is the essence of the entire symphony and is ingeniously developed in this opening movement. Jamin Hoffman's version is carefully crafted for strings, giving student players a great opportunity to perform this famous masterwork.
MORE»
| List | $50.00 |
| Price | $45.00 (Save: $5.00) |
This combination of pieces from both suites will provide a unique mix of both familiar and fresh music from Norway's master composer. Jamin Hoffman's new edition is well structured and paced, making this masterwork approachable while providing endless teaching opportunities. Includes: Morning Mood, Anitra's Dance, Arabian Dance, Solveig's Song, and In the Hall of the Mountain King. Dur: 14:45
MORE»
| List | $55.00 |
| Price | $49.50 (Save: $5.50) |
Now available in a 6-minute medley for choir, band and strings, the music from The Polar Express simply sparkles! A great all-school concert closer, it is easily learned and includes: Believe, Hot Chocolate, The Polar Express, Spirit of the Season.
MORE»
| List | $45.00 |
| Price | $40.50 (Save: $4.50) |
Paul Creston's writing has been a hallmark of contemporary American music, ranging from chamber and orchestral music to stage and film music. This movement remains one of his most notable for school string orchestra, adapted from a string quartet by the composer himself. Here's a perfect opportunity to introduce your students to fugal writing in a contemporary style.
MORE»
| List | $50.00 |
| Price | $45.00 (Save: $5.00) |
| List | $22.99 |
| Price | $20.69 (Save: $2.30) |
For String Orchestra (5-5-3-3-3).
MORE»
| List | $16.99 |
| Price | $15.29 (Save: $1.70) |
The singing style of Puccini's most famous aria translates wonderfully for string orchestra with this new arrangement by Ted Ricketts. This edition provides ample opportunity to teach both sensitive, expressive playing as well as powerful, dramatic style.
MORE»
| List | $45.00 |
| Price | $40.50 (Save: $4.50) |
This iconic song from Bernstein's classic stage work remains one of the most popular melodies in American contemporary theater. Stephen Bulla's edition for strings is adapted from the original score, yet features accessibility for younger players. Let your students experience the mastery of this beloved American composer with this first-ever arrangement for string ensemble.
MORE»
| List | $45.00 |
| Price | $40.50 (Save: $4.50) |
