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Jamin Hoffman
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String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Adagio
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.SKU: HL4490441 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Adagio For Strings
Samuel Barber’s best-known work has become an icon of contemporary orchestral literature. Jamin Hoffman’s arrangement now makes this landmark work accessible to intermediate-level groups with careful key and range alterations, giving your students the opportunity to play one of the most important pieces of our time. This is a must-have for every school’s string library!SKU: HL50485978 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Amadeus!
Here’s the musical signature from the memorable film about the life of Mozart. Using the opening strains of Symphony No. 25, this impressive allegro movement will connect any audience with the power and beauty of Mozart’s symphonic style.SKU: HL4490439 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Aria (Cantilena)
This famous aria pays homage to Johann Sebastian Bach and remains one of the most popular of Villa-Lobos’ works, originally written for solo soprano and eight celli. Jamin Hoffman’s setting for string orchestra spotlights a violin soloist with the beautiful melodic line, which soars and captivates, in the manner of Bach’s long non-repeating slow movements. Extraordinary programming for today’s string orchestras!SKU: HL50486366 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Children’s Tales
This unique musical montage represents several of the traditional Mother Goose stories written by Charles Perrault. In his famous ballet, Tchaikovsky captures the spirit of these well-known tales in music written for the wedding celebration of Sleeping Beauty and her Prince.I. Puss In Boots; II. The Princess and the Bluebird; III. Cinderella and Her Prince at the Ball; IV. Little Red Riding Hood; V. Tom Thumb and His Brothers (Grade 3-4)
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String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Danse Bacchanale
One of opera’s most famous scenes is now available in this skilled adaption for strings, with the powerful tribal dance scene from Samson and Delila. After opening with an evocative violin solo, the tension-filled movement accelerates to a brilliant finish, depicting the drama surrounding Samson’s destruction of the temple and his enemies.SKU: HL4491201 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis
Grade 3–4This 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
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String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Finale from Firebird (Festival Orchestras Edition)
Jamin Hoffman brings a unique format to this iconic work, allowing multiple groups to be combined for a powerful concert finale. Parts for both intermediate and developing groups are carefully arranged to be used as a spectacular showcase for your string program.SKU: HL4491527 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Highlights from Peer Gynt
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: 14:45SKU: HL4490704 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2
A particular favorite of Arthur Fiedler and the Boston Pops, the most famous of Liszt’s nineteen Hungarian Rhapsodies is now available in this carefully crafted arrangement for string orchestra. A sure-fire crowd pleaser! Dur: 5:15SKU: HL4490650 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
La Donna è Mobile (from Rigoletto)
One of the most famous opera arias of all time, La Donna e Mobile has been performed by countless artists, from Pavorotti to Bugs Bunny. It is light-hearted classical programming at its very best – a musical moment that will bring a smile to all its listeners.SKU: HL4490880 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
La Finta Semplice (Overture)
Written in 1768 when he was just 12 years old, Mozart’s first opera was a marvel to many, but suspect to others (jealous composers) who claimed it was actually written by his mentoring father, Leopold. This overture is a wonderful way for today’s students to perform and learn about the work of the young genius.SKU: HL4492072 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Marriage of Figaro Overture
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: 3:40SKU: HL4490590 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Night on the Streets of Madrid
Heard in the final scenes of “Master and Commander: Far Side of the World,” this masterwork by Boccherini provides a lighthearted musical picture of a typical night in Spain’s largest city, including the posting of the night watch, the uncertain steps of the late-night revelers returning home, and the changing of the guard at dawn. Dur: 10:25SKU: HL4490736 -
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String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Overture to Orfeo
This fast-paced and energetic piece is a wonderful introduction to the music of this Classical era composer, known as the “father of the opera.” A spectacular overture, now superbly arranged for strings so that it brings out the very best in your ensemble.SKU: HL4490807 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Overture to The Magic Flute
One of Mozart’s most famous operas and one of his last works, Die Zauberflöte (“The Magic Flute”) continues to be performed worldwide each year. From its iconic, majestic opening three chords, Mozart’s overture is a wonderful combination of the sentiment and spirit of the opera that follows. This adaption for strings is classical programming at its very best.SKU: HL4491209 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Papageno Suite
Here’s a suite of three of the most charming arias from The Magic Flute (The Bird Catcher’s Aria, “Either Girlfriend or Young Wife,” and “Pa-pa-pa-pa”); instantly recognizable, with solos for violin and cello, as well as optional parts for solo recorder, flute or piccolo, glockenspiel, and violin (also playable with string orchestra only).SKU: HL4490809 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 2.5
Peasant Songs
Three delightful “village” songs from the Spanish Renaissance have been combined into this instrumental suite for younger string ensembles. The short movements have stylistic shifts between major and minor modes, and are written with melodic, moving parts for all instruments. The optional medieval percussion adds to the Renaissance flavor.I. Song of the Innkeeper; II. Song of the Soldier; III. Song of the Woodmen
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String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Prairie Night and Celebration (from Billy the Kid)
These two popular vignettes from the classic American ballet Billy the Kid have been staples in the orchestral concert repertoire since their introduction in 1940. Now available for string orchestra, the music is distinctively Copland in two contrasting styles–the pastoral innocence of “Prairie Night” (also known as “Card Game at Night”) and the rhythmic, dissonant “Celebration,” depicting the capture of the famed outlaw.SKU: HL48019290 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 2.5
Presto (from Divertimento, K.113)
The charm and simplicity of Mozart’s music continues to captivate today’s audiences as we celebrate the 300th anniversary of his birth. Here is an ideal way to bring the genius of Amadeus to your developing string group with a work that is well designed for student players.SKU: HL4490578 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Scenes from Swan Lake
Jamin Hoffman’s miniature suite highlights the dramatic introduction to Act IV, “Dance of the Cygnets,” and the emotional finale from what may be the most famous of all Tchaikovsky ballets. A true masterwork in this new arrangement for string orchestra that is sure to be an audience pleaser!SKU: HL4490519 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Scherzo (from Symphony No. 6)
Popularized by an extended segment in the original Fantasia film, this movement is an adaptation of the jolly country dance from the one of most accessible symphonies (“Pastoral”) by the master of the genre. Lively and energetic, this piece is filled with infectious good humor!SKU: HL4490523 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Scherzo from Symphony No. 2
Another skilled adaptation of a Beethoven scherzo comes from notable music educator and conductor, Jamin Hoffman. Once again, you can share the power and artistry of a Beethoven symphony with your intermediate or advanced string ensembles.SKU: HL4491494
