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CHRISTMAS & HOLIDAY medium to advanced
Fantasia on Christmas Carols—Ralph
Vaughan Williams/arr. Todd Parrish. This beautiful
medley offers a fresh alternative to traditional
holiday programming. Vaughan Williams used
three folk carols from his native country of
England: The Truth Sent from Above; Come All
You Worthy Gentlemen and the Sussex Carol.
Though shortened for time, this arrangement
contains moments from each carol, including the
lyrical solo cello opening. Though the melodies
are mostly of unknown origin, the harmonies are
uniquely the work of Vaughan Williams.
11202219 String Orchestra . . . . . . .MA 60.00
Fantasia on Greensleeves—Ralph Vaughan
Williams/arr. Deborah Baker Monday. Scored for
strings, harp (keyboard) and two violin soloists,
this ethereal setting retains the form and texture
of the original while bringing it to a student-friendly
level. Melodic material is passed effortlessly from
one section to another, and only the first violin
solo requires third position work. A rich setting of
a classic masterwork.
10092446 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 49.00
A Festival of Christmas—arr. Brendan McBrien.
This lovely setting of three timeless holiday tunes
forms a festive trio of bright Christmas cheer. Lively,
rhythmic carols from Victorian-era England include
Good King Wenceslas; Deck the Hall and Here We
Come A-Caroling. Set with both traditional and
contemporary harmonies and optional percussion,
your musicians and audience will be filled with the
joy and pleasure of the season.
11001493 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . .M 49.00
The First Noel—arr. Dan Forrest & Kirk Moss.
Perform this famous setting of the beloved
traditional English carol scored for string orchestra
with piano or harp accompaniment. The piece can
stand alone or be paired with Dan Forrest's choral
setting (#10069886). The captivating musical
message will touch the hearts of all who hear it.
11202702 String Orchestra
Optional Harp or Piano . . .M 60.00
Five Ukrainians in a Bell Tower—Rick England.
Who says strings can't swing? It's Brubeck meets
Leontovitch! This jazz setting of Ukrainian Bell Carol
in 5/4 time is even more fun with the optional
drumset. This is sure to surprise the crowd and give
your strings something they can't wait to play. When
the audience smiles, you will consider it a success!
10050423 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . .M 49.00
For Unto Us—G.F. Handel/arr. Robert S. Frost. An
excellent medium-easy arrangement of the beloved
chorus from Handel's "Messiah." Some shifting is
required in first violin, celli, and bass parts, with
divisi in upper string parts as well.
10059457 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 56.00
Fum Fum Fum—arr. J. Cameron Law. This
16th-century Christmas carol originated in the
Catalonian region of northeastern Spain. This string
orchestra arrangement is the theme followed by
four variations featuring cello and bass melody,
rhythmic figures, waltz style, and a jubilant march
as a finale.
11201845 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 55.00
Funky Christmas—arr. Michael Hopkins.
Energize your next holiday concert! Funky Christmas
is a fun mashup of Jingle Bells, Deck the Halls, Jolly
Old St. Nicholas, and Hark the Herald Angels Sing,
with a little bit of Carol of the Bells to kick things
off. This is a great piece to work on syncopated
rhythms. Violin 2 and viola parts are playable in first
position while some shifting is required in violin 1,
cello and double bass. Includes optional drum set
and percussion, or download a backing track at
kendor.com.
10998726 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . .M 56.00
Happy Holiday/White Christmas—Irving Berlin/
arr. Ted Ricketts. Two classic songs by America's
greatest songwriter are showcased in Ted Ricketts'
arrangement for string groups. Ted's combination
creates a great holiday mood with the light-
hearted two-beat feel of Happy Holiday, followed
by the quintessential Christmas ballad. Christmas
programming at its very best.
10077999 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 50.00
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas—arr.
Calvin Custer. This is an exceptionally refined
setting of the familiar holiday classic!Fresh
harmonies with tasteful accompaniment parts for
piano and optional guitar and drums make for a
silky smooth sound that really works for orchestra.
Technical demands are limited, but more advanced
orchestras will want to play it just because it sounds
so good!
2351674 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 61.00
Highland Holiday—arr. David Giardiniere. This
festive medley combines three joyful melodies into
a cheerful Celtic tapestry. The addition of optional
hand drum, guitar, and whistle give the tune a
distinctive "fiddle band" sound.
10453864 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 49.00
Holiday String-Along—arr. Jim Palmer. This
delightful medley of holiday favorites "strung"
together in a very accessible arrangement will make
an excellent and festive addition to your holiday
program. Perfect as a light and easy treat for high
school orchestras or a very attainable challenge for
the more advanced middle school ensemble.
11340152 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 70.00
A Holly Jolly Mixed-Up Medley—arr. Katie
O'Hara LaBrie. A fantastic workout in meter and
rhythms as well as a full range of dynamics and
bowing techniques, all wrapped in this excellently
scored medley of 11 classic sacred and secular
holiday tunes. A concert favorite that will keep the
audience and players engaged from start to finish!
11398764 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 55.00
I'll Be Bach for Christmas—arr. Michael Hopkins.
Students will love playing this fun Christmas medley
that combines traditional Christmas carols with the
music of J.S. Bach. Snippets of Christmas pieces
include: Hark! The Herald Angels Sing; God Rest Ye
Merry, Gentlemen; Deck the Halls; Bring a Torch,
Jeanette, Isabella; We Three Kings and We Wish
You a Merry Christmas.
10454936 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 56.00
It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year—
Edward Pola & George Wyle/arr. Erik Morales.
Written in 1963, this holiday standard has been
covered by everyone from Johnny Mathis to
the Muppets. Arranged for strings and simple
percussion, this jazzy rendition sparkles and shines
like the tree in Times Square!
10307195 String Orchestra,
Percussion Required . . . . .M 60.00
Jingle Bells—James Pierpont/arr. Michael
Blackwood. Get your students set for the winter
season with this fun arrangement of Jingle Bells!
Filled with energetic accompaniments to the main
tune, this piece is a great chance for your students
to build their chromatic fingering skills while
allowing more advanced violins to begin practicing
shifting. An appearance by a Tchaikovsky favorite at
the end will give your students and your audience a
surprise treat!
10696534 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 52.00
Joyeux—Mark Barnard. A fun, original holiday
work for string orchestra that will bring joy to your
winter program.
11204525 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 40.00
A Joyous Sleigh Ride—Isaac Watts, Anthony
Susi. Guaranteed to delight your performers and
audience alike, this rousing arrangement of Joy to
the World is combined with an original American
hoe-down-style tune, providing a fresh setting of
this popular carol. The optional tambourine and
sleigh bell parts add to the intended lively flavor.
11400815 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . .M 55.00
A Mad Russian's Christmas—Paul O'Neill,
Robert Kinkel & P.I. Tchaikovsky/arr. Phillips. As
performed by Trans-Siberian Orchestra, experience
Trepak from "The Nutcracker" as you never have
before. Though greatly enhanced by adding a
rhythm section, the piece can be played by strings
alone. An optional electric violin part provides the
perfect spot to feature an electric instrument.
Exciting music for your holiday concert!
10310336 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 61.00
Midnight Christmas Eve—Paul O'Neill & John
Olivia/arr. Bob Phillips. The lights, the tree, and
quiet anticipation of Christmas are captured in
this beautiful rock ballad. As seen in the Trans-
Siberian Orchestra stage show The Christmas
Attic, this lyric piece will add depth to any holiday
or winter concert. While an easy piece for high
school orchestras, the optional electric violin
and guitar parts provide the perfect chance
to feature an electric instrument and a more
advanced player.
11192885 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 65.00
Mistletoe Mix-Up—Erica Donahoe. A holiday
mash-up opening with a particularly interesting
take on Jingle Bells, then moving on to Auld Lang
Syne and Joy to the World. Lots of unison rhythm
scoring and a great exercise in sixteenth-note
rhythms as well as scales. The brisk and exciting
ending makes this piece a particularly good choice
for a holiday closer.
11392968 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 60.00
Nutcracker Jam—P.I. Tchaikovsky/arr. Michael
Hopkins. Energize your holiday program with a hip
hop version of the Nutcracker! This rhythmically
syncopated mashup of favorites from Tchaikovsky's
ballet include: Overture, March, Arabian Dance,
Dance of the Reed Pipes, Dance of the Sugar
Plum Fairy and Trepak. Some shifting is required in
Violin 1 and Bass. Includes an optional (but highly
recommended) drum set part.
11202327 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 56.00
Nutcracker Suite Selections—P.I. Tchaikovsky/
arr. Bud Caputo. This arrangement for string
orchestra features three abridged movements
of Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Suite: Dance of the
Sugar Plum Fairy; March and Trepak. These
abridged movements are sure to be crowd
pleasers around the winter holidays or a favorite
for any time of the year.
10907823 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 60.00
O Come, O Come Emmanuel—Traditional/arr.
Brian Holmes & J. Cameron Law. This arrangement
captures a sense of anticipation found in the
meaning of this popular carol. Contrasting moods
are created, shifting between long, sustained
playing and more energetically rhythmic passages.
A portion of the popular Ukrainian Bell Carol is also
mixed into the work.
10609934 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 50.00
Pastorale—Arcangelo Corelli/arr. Brandon
Bangle. The famous movement is brought to life in
this accessible arrangement. Great for reinforcing
12/8 time as well as broadening your students'
repertoire. Perfect for your next holiday program or
even contest!
11403527 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 56.00
Pat-a-pan—Bernard de la Mannoye/arr. Jason
Krug. This French carol tells the Christmas story
from the perspective of shepherds out in the field
playing simple instruments. Beginning with a
rhythmic drone in the low strings, countermelodies
and fantasia-like writing lead to a dissonant ending
on a final haunting chord.
11201849 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 55.00
Reindeer Galop—arr. Robert W. Smith. Santa's
reindeer are off and running with this playful holiday
selection. Featuring Jingle Bells and Up on the
Housetop, you can hear the hooves of the reindeer
as they "galop" across the wintry countryside
thanks to the optional percussion parts included.
Written for intermediate orchestras with limited
rehearsal time, this is an exciting addition or finale/
encore to your holiday concert program.
10756576 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 40.00
BEST
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String Orchestra
Christmas & Holiday
Medium &
Medium-Advanced
Buy with confidence! These works, listed in
order of their popularity, are chosen most often
by directors.
The First Noel—
arr. Dan Forrest & Kirk Moss.
11202702 String Orchestra
Optional Harp or Piano. . . . . . . M 60.00
Boreas (The Cold North Wind)—
Todd Parrish.
10453642 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . M 48.00
Fantasia on Christmas Carols—
Ralph Vaughan Williams/arr. Todd Parrish.
11202219 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . MA 60.00
A Yuletide Reel—arr. David Giardiniere.
11203086 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . . . M 65.00
Sleigh Ride—
Leroy Anderson/arr. Bud Caputo.
11000125 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . . . M 59.00
Winter Solstice—Todd Parrish.
10092412 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . M 49.00
Christmas Eve/Sarajevo 12/24—
Paul O'Neill & Robert Kinkel/arr. Bob Phillips.
10092657 String Orchestra,
Percussion Required . . . . . . . . M 64.00
Celtic Carol—arr. Sean O'Loughlin.
10558290 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . . . M 55.00
All I Want for Christmas is You—
Mariah Carey & Walter Afanasieff/
arr. Larry Moore.
10978324 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . . . M 55.00
A Crazy Mixed-Up Christmas Concert—
arr. David Shaffer.
11204571 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . . . M 50.00
