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Hidden Angels—arr. Susan H. Day. Discover
the familiar carols Angels We Have Heard on High
and Hark! The Herald Angels Sing hidden in this
clever arrangement for developing orchestras.
Building student confidence playing in the key of
C, this piece uses arco and pizzicato, bow lifts,
and easy unison rhythms with second violin and
viola doubled for support. A perfect selection for
your next holiday concert.
10981248 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . 47.00
Holiday Short Cuts No. 1—arr. Michael Story.
Featuring a set of four arrangements that can
be performed individually or as a complete
program. Each piece reinforces specific musical
objectives. Includes: Sleigh Ride; Rockin' Around
the Christmas Tree; Let it Snow! and Santa Claus
Is Comin' to Town.
10496082 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
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
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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. Tchaikovsky/
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 and 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
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
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