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CHRISTMAS & HOLIDAY easy
Hanukkah Dance—Matt Conaway.
Hanukkah - the Festival of Lights - has a rich
musical tradition that has been celebrated
for centuries. Based on the traditional song
Sevivon, Hanukkah Dance begins with a
straightforward statement of the main theme
but soon develops into a fiery hora with
relentlessly spinning ostinati. The exciting
rhythm can be enhanced with the optional
percussion parts included. It's a wonderful
way to diversify your next holiday concert.
10756568 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .40.00
Hanukkah Dances—arr. Katie O'Hara LaBrie.
Liven up your holiday concert with a medley of
four familiar Hanukkah tunes that are perfect
for intermediate to advanced levels. Everyone
gets a chance to play the melody in this exciting
arrangement. Technical considerations include
optional shifting for first violins while cellos work
on extensions.
11001451 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .49.00
A Hanukkah Prayer of Thanks (Al Hanissim)
—arr. Susan H. Day. A unique Hanukkah
selection, this piece embodies traditional
Jewish music with its haunting melodies in 4/4
time. This arrangement uses easy rhythms,
lifts, tremolo, and two-note slurs and ties along
with some cello divisi. Viola doubles violin 2
and cello doubles bass.
11202624 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
Have a Swingin' Merry Christmas—arr.
Douglas E. Wagner. Instantly recognizable
Christmas standards Deck the Hall and Jolly
Old Saint Nicholas along with a hint of Jingle
Bells come together in this lighthearted medley
arranged in a laid-back swing groove. Includes
optional drum set.
11202670 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . .50.00
Heart of Gold (A Greensleeves Fantasy)—
arr. Nicolas Repetto. Enjoy this fresh take on
a traditional favorite, drawing its name from the
secular lyrics of the original song: "Greensleeves
was my heart of gold." A gentle introduction
flows into the familiar poignant melody, using
beautiful and unexpected harmonies for a
contemporary sound. A solo violin and solo cello
restate the melody against a gentle pizzicato
accompaniment in this lush orchestration.
11500103 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
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 . . . . . . . . .55.00
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 . . . . . . . . .50.00
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
Jolly Old St. Pachelbel—arr. Matthew R.
Putnam. A clever and highly musical mash-up
of Jolly Old St. Nicholas and Pachelbel's
Canon. And a wonderful bonus: the low strings
don't play the same eight notes over and over
again! A great opportunity to develop tone and
phrasing. Sure to be a concert favorite!
11393515 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 . . . . . . . . .55.00
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 . . . . . . . . .55.00
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
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 . . . . . .55.00
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
Santa the Barbarian—Randall Standridge.
Ho! Ho! Hurraaaaagh! The jolly old elf from
the North Pole gets an aggressive makeover
in this wonderfully tongue-in-cheek work.
Beginning with narration in the style of a movie
trailer, Santa is reimagined as a warrior from
the winter wastelands as Up on the Housetop;
Jingle Bells and Jolly Old St. Nicholas are given
a barbaric twist. Sure to be the hit of your next
winter concert!
11521162 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
Season's Greetings—arr. Deborah Baker
Monday. Kick off the holiday season with a
festive Hanukkah piece that ends with Deck the
Halls! This arrangement explores "gypsy-style"
music at an ever-changing, whirling dance
tempo, and the traditional and joyous finale
pulls it all together at the end.
11202306 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .48.00
Shed a Sweet Light (Hanukkah)—arr. Cleo
Goldberg. Two fun and upbeat Jewish dances
sung during the celebration of Hanukkah.
Younger string musicians will play a few low
first fingers, pizzicato, and simple sixteenth-
note rhythms. All sections have interesting
parts. Perfect for adding diversity to your
holiday programming.
11402161 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .40.00
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 . . .70.00
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 . . . . . . . . .55.00
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 . . . . . . . . .55.00
Stille Nacht—Franz Gruber/arr. Douglas E.
Wagner. The beloved Christmas carol receives
a unique treatment in this arrangement for
string orchestra. The tune is heard twice: the
first time, it is paired with a motive from the
Prelude of J.S. Bach's Cello Suite No. 1; the
second time, the melody shifts from part to part,
giving everyone a chance to shine. Unique
phrasing and rich scoring make it warm and
embracing, a real audience pleaser for your
holiday concerts. (3:00)
11400618 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
'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. . . . . . . . . . .50.00
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 . . . . . .55.00
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