String Orchestra
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String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing Day
Here is the traditional English carol in a colorful, gentle waltz setting, full of rhythmic and harmonic surprises and playful effects, including short moments for your best soloists. Easily learned and impressive in performance, your orchestra and their listeners will enjoy this joyful musical delight.SKU: HL4491645 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Tonight
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.SKU: HL4491270 -
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String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Traditions of Christmas
From Mannheim Steamroller’s ever-popular Fresh Aire album, this is a wonderful change of mood with its gently flowing lines and peaceful atmosphere. Robert Longfield has skillfully adapted Chip Davis’ simple melody into an approachable version that works ideally for string ensembles.SKU: HL4626419 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 2
Traditions of Christmas (Carols from Europe)
Three beloved songs from the long history of European holiday celebrations have been skillfully woven together in this effective montage for strings. An ideal program number for holiday programs for years to come. Includes: God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen; Oh How Joyfully; Angels We Have Heard on High.SKU: HL4491095 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 2.5
Träumerei
Here’s a short, lyric movement that is rich with a memorable melody and important moving lines within the inner parts. Robert’s arrangement is also detailed with musical nuances that give ample opportunity to teach expressive playing in a ensemble setting. A wonderful edition for developing string groups. Dur: 2:00SKU: HL4490761 -
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String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 2
Treasure Quest
Students love great adventure music, and Treasure Quest is sure to please. A seafaring, swashbuckling tune in 3/4 with bold statements for all parts, this mini-overture by composer/string educator Tom May is a delight to learn and perform.SKU: HL4491197 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Troika (from Lieutenant Kijé)
An ideal classical-style piece for your holiday program, Prokofiev’s sleigh ride is an energetic, familiar tune that translates wonderfully for string orchestra. Paul Lavender’s setting is scored to feature your viola and cello sections, and includes some performance options to best suit your ensemble’s level. (Grade 3-4)SKU: HL48030017 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Try Everything
From the Disney animated film Zootopia, this upbeat single recorded by Shakira reminds us “Don’t give up! Don’t give in!” This positive message gives young players encouragement to work hard and keep trying, no matter what – a fantastic message for young musicians.SKU: HL4491735 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Turn the Lights Back On
A dazzling fusion of pop and classical! Larry Moore’s innovative arrangement of Billy Joel’s chart-topping hit, “Turn the Lights Back On,” is a must-have for contemporary string orchestras. With driving rhythms and soaring melodies, this exciting piece features piano and drums for added punch. It is perfect for any performance seeking a fresh and energetic sound!SKU: HL4493124 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Turning Point
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.SKU: HL4491157 -
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String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 2
Two English Folk Dances
Arranger James Curnow has combined two traditional English folk dance tunes (Sword Dance and Morris Handkerchief Dance) into an ensemble piece that follows the honored style and tradition of early 20th-century writers such as Holst, Vaughn Williams, and Parry.SKU: HL4491539 -
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String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 2.5
Two Mozart Canons
The music of Mozart remains at the top of every Classical listener’s list and continues to be some of the best teaching material for student orchestras. Jon Bauman has combined two of Mozart’s delightful canons into a concert and learning piece for strings. Includes O du eselhafter Peierl (K 560) and Bona nox (K 561). Dur: 2:45SKU: HL4490646 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Uptown Funk
Recorded by Mark Ronson and featuring Bruno Mars, here’s a funky “throwback” tune that continues to light up the airwaves. You’re sure to energize any concert with this effective and dynamic arrangement for strings. Accessible ranges and repetitive but authentic sounding rhythms make it fun for string players who want to play cutting-edge pop hits.SKU: HL4491535 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 2
Valley Mist (An Appalachian Overture)
Veteran music educator and writer Robert Longfield brings a fresh approach to this beginning level overture. The easy and unique special string effects will give your students wonderful exposure to programmatic-style music and orchestration.SKU: HL4491125 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3
Variations on a Mozart Theme (Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star)
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3Variations on a Mozart Theme (Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star)
The memorable tune that started so many young string players’ playing experience is transformed into a set of variations ala Mozart himself. Your players will be charmed by the inventive treatments of this simple, diatonic song with Robert’s impressive movement for string orchestra.SKU: HL4490346 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 2.5
Venezuelan Lullaby
A simple, beautiful tune from Venezuela is superbly arranged for young players by Jamin Hoffman. The importance of this song in the Venezuelan culture is such that it is incorporated into the national anthem. Not only a lovely performance piece for strings, but great cross-curricular teaching material as well. (Opt. guitar or keyboard)SKU: HL4490453 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 2
Veni, Veni (O Come, O Come Emmanuel)
This simple, plaintive carol is yet another memorable moment from Mannheim Steamroller’s Fresh Aire Christmas, and continues to be heard each holiday season. Robert’s arrangement makes it approachable by most any string ensemble and includes short solo moments to feature a young violin soloist.SKU: HL4626417
