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CHRISTMAS & HOLIDAY easy / medium-easy
In the Bleak Midwinter—Gustav Holst/arr.
Patrick Roszell. In a delightful setting that is
incredibly accessible, this arrangement of In the
Bleak Midwinter allows young ensembles to play a
holiday alternative by Holst.
10739939 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
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Jingle Bell Rock—Joe Beal & Jim Boothe/arr.
Chris M. Bernotas. An excellent arrangement that
gives young orchestras the opportunity to play an
authentic version of this timeless holiday favorite.
And they get to swing! Low first and second fingers,
extensions, easy chromaticism, and syncopated
and dotted rhythms are all reinforced. A must-have
in your holiday library!
11355002 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!—Sammy
Cahn & Julie Styne/arr. Robert Longfield. One of the
all-time favorite winter and holiday tunes, here is
a festive and well-designed easy arrangement for
string ensembles. Brighten up any winter concert
with this familiar toe-tapping classic.
10674117 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Light the Candles!—Deborah Baker Monday.
Here is an original composition with a catchy theme
to celebrate Hanukkah! Music from the Jewish
tradition is very attractive in its unique tonality
and syncopated rhythms. The figures in this piece
are not complex, but create a momentum which
drives the piece. There are lots of fun changes and
textures to keep the music building strongly to a
thrilling finish! It will add a nice contrast to any
concert or festival program!
10308842 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
The Little Drummer Boy—Katherine Davis,
Henry Onorati & Harry Simeone/arr. Bob Cerulli. A
true Christmas classic, this piece is a great way to
introduce col legno and double stops to your string
players. Easy to put together and fun to play, it's a
must for any holiday concert!
10563874 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
l A Medieval Christmas—Jiyoung Um. 3/4 meter
and open harmonies place the listener in a medieval
court. A great tribute to the modal Christmas music
of the Middle Ages.
11339398 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .49.00
Mele Kalikimaka—R. Alex Anderson/arr. Janet
Farrar-Royce. Mele Kalikimaka is the closest
approximation of saying "Merry Christmas" in the
Hawaiian language. This lighthearted tune was
written in 1949 and recorded by Bing Crosby and
The Andrew Sisters in 1950, a version still popular
today. Beginning the titular syncopated melody on
an up-bow helps create accents and fun. Familiar
accidentals give the piece color, and every section
has independent entrances with a chance to play
the main melodies and important supporting parts.
A fun and musically educational way to celebrate
the holiday season!
10844314 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
A Midwinter Fantasy—Gustav Holst/arr. Morgan
Denney. This arrangement of In the Bleak Midwinter
captures the sentiment of the holidays by placing
Holst's beautiful melody in a lush string orchestra
atmosphere. Each section contributes with lyrical
motives and nuanced harmonies while students
have the opportunity to practice bow distribution,
tone, and balance.
10877023 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
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The North Pole Express—arr. Kathryn Griesinger.
Take a sparkling ride through the snow aboard an
express train headed straight for the North Pole.
In this Grade 2 holiday arrangement, developing
players will "travel" through several holiday tunes
including Jingle Bells; Deck the Halls; Jolly Old St.
Nicholas; Good King Wenceslas; O Christmas Tree
and We Wish You a Merry Christmas. Students
can work on staccato bow technique, easy dotted
rhythms, and low second- and low first-finger
patterns, all while staying in first position. Be sure
to use the included percussion and train whistle to
make the journey come alive.
11349256 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .50.00
Themes from "The Nutcracker"—P.I. Tchai-
kovsky/arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle. A great choice for
the holidays or any time of year! These timeless
melodies are set entirely in first position. Sections
include March; Waltz of the Flowers; Dance of the
Sugar Plum Fairy and Russian Dance. Directors
will enjoy the great deal of performance flexibility
as they program the entire work or choose from
individual selections to customize a program.
10008676 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
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Pacem Noel—arr. Larry Clark. The gentle tune
Dona Nobis Pacem is merged with the beloved
carol The First Noel into an exquisite arrangement,
with the title suggesting that we all have "Peace for
Christmas." Your students will feel the spirit of the
season while playing this heartwarming work for the
holidays. Breathtaking!
10093772 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Rock the Halls!—arr. Kathryn Griesinger. Set in
first position with simple rhythms, this contemporary
arrangement includes the familiar carols Deck the
Hall; Hark! The Herald Angels Sing and Ding, Dong,
Merrily on High. Every section of the orchestra is
featured, and the energetic cello/bass groove is
driven by optional drum set and sleigh bells. An
exuberant finale for your holiday concert!
10748208 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional & piano . .50.00
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Sleigh Ride—Leroy Anderson/arr. Bob Cerulli.
There's nothing quite like a Leroy Anderson
number to set a positive mood, and this holiday
favorite is certainly no exception! The original style
and harmonies are there, though simplified for
young players, and it takes only minimal rehearsal
time to prepare! This is nice! It's playable by full or
string orchestra.
2246130 String or Full Orchestra . . . . . .65.00
Snowfall at Dusk—Aaron Fryklund. This elegant
and nostalgic piece depicts gentle snow falling as
twilight fades on a winter's eve. The legato theme
features slurred phrases and sustained pedal-tone
pitches to help develop tone and bow-control
skills. The contrasting staccato section sparkles
like snowflakes in the golden sun, with easy meter
changes and a playful syncopated feel before
ending with a soft diminuendo.
11202225 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Snowflake—Yukiko Nishimura. Floating and
delicate, this gorgeous piece features long melody
lines and plenty of sustaining harmonies. It evokes
the feeling of taking a walk during a gentle snowfall.
The first violin part leads with the main melody, as
the other sections have an inner melody. Each line
should be played espressivo at all times. A stunning
selection for winter concerts.
10093756 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
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Trepak—P.I. Tchaikovsky/arr. Carrie Lane
Gruselle. This exciting classic is an excellent choice
for programs at all times of the year! The masterful
arranging retains all the interest of Tchaikovsky's
original, yet remains easy to play. Everyone is sure
to be familiar with the lively melody, making this a
favorite for audiences and orchestra alike!
2319010 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
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'Twas the Night Before Christmas—arr. Bob
Phillips. This fun arrangement incorporates a
special guest narrator reading the familiar Christmas
poem while the orchestra adds sound effects and
holiday melodies, including: Jingle Bells; Santa
Claus Is Coming to Town; Dance of the Sugar Plum
Fairy; Lullaby; Overture to William Tell; Up on the
Housetop; Jolly Old St. Nicholas; Grandma Got Run
Over by a Reindeer; Sleigh Ride; Twinkle, Twinkle
Little Star; We Wish You a Merry Christmas; I Gave
My Love a Cherry and Let It Snow!
10027602 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional with narrator
and opt percussion . . . . . . . . .46.00
A Very Viola Christmas—Traditional/arr. Bob
Phillips. Showcase your violas with a piece that will
make them sound great! It remains in 1st position
mainly on the upper strings of the viola and features:
Ding Dong! Merrily on High; Deck the Halls; The First
Noel and We Wish You a Merry Christmas.
10520805 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
Winter Reverie—Kathryn Griesinger. Peaceful
scenes of quiet, gentle snow are reflected in
this nostalgic melody for intermediate strings. A
flowing legato theme evokes warm memories
of innocence and joy as it moves between the
sections, encouraging playing with sustained bows
and beautiful tone. Moments of modulation use
easy accidentals in first position to relay the magic
of the season. Piano and bells add to the dreamlike
quality of this serene concert selection for your
winter concert.
10997994 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .50.00
Christmas &
Holiday Selections
Medium-Easy
l A Jingle Fantasy—arr. David Hinds. Intended for
use for Christmas or winter concerts, this work is
based on a modernized version of Jingle Bells.
11346138 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
All Is Calm—arr. Robert W. Smith. Here is a
masterpiece for your orchestra and soloists that
you will want to use year after year! It's based on
Silent Night; the simple but beautiful solo parts
have been transcribed for every instrument in the
orchestra, offering you endless possibilities- from
a single featured player to two, three, or more
different soloists! A moving way to finish off your
holiday concert.
2472385 String or Full Orchestra . . . . . .59.00
Angels in the Bleak Midwinter—Larry Clark.
In this gorgeous holiday medley, your students will
get to play not only Holst's hauntingly lovely In the
Bleak Midwinter, but also the joyous Angels We
Have Heard on High. This is the perfect piece to
end your holiday concert with a feeling of warmth
and joy.
10308850 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Bass-ically Christmas—James Lord Pierpoint/
arr. Bob Phillips. This cute, simple arrangement
features the bass section and makes them sound
great! Have some fun with this cool medley
featuring Jolly Old St. Nicholas and Jingle Bells -it
will brighten any holiday concert.
10738918 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
Calm and Bright—Franz Xaver Gruber/arr. Katie
O'Hara LaBrie. Lush and rich harmonies surround
this inventive arrangement of Silent Night. Each
section is featured through interwoven melodies
and changing time signatures in the contrasting
"calm" and "bright" sections. A mature-sounding
work for intermediate players to work on phrasing
and balance.
11203098 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
H Carol of the Bells—arr. Michael Hopkins. Your
students will be rockin' out with this up-tempo
arrangement of the traditional Ukrainian Christmas
carol. Set in a contemporary rock style, it contains
strong material for all and includes some We Three
Kings excerpts to keep things really interesting.
Maintaining good balance between the melodic and
supporting parts will be important for best results.
10078874 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .56.00
Carol of the Bells/Greensleeves—arr. Larry
Clark. Here's the arrangement your audience will be
talking about! These two holiday hits flow together
so naturally, they seem made to be together! Set in
A minor, the music begins with a dramatic build-up
into the Carol of the Bells. The repetitive motive is
given to violas and seconds while first violins play a
quieter pizzicato that matches the descending bass
line in the low strings. Suddenly and without fanfare,
the Greensleeves melody arrives, being played by
the celli. From this point on the two Christmas
favorites intertwine in surprising and creative ways,
each making the other more appealing!
10013391 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
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