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Star of Emmanuel—arr. Cooper Ford. This
exciting and contemporary arrangement blends
two traditional carols, We Three Kings and
O Come, O Come, Emmanuel. Opening in a
slow and mysterious 6/8, the tempo shifts to
an energetic, rhythmic 3/4 with moments of
syncopation, melodic interplay, and other musical
surprises. Every section of the orchestra gets
to play melodic material as well as a range of
dynamics and articulations for dramatic effect.
11401216 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Sweet Petite Winter Suite—Brian Balmages.
This short four-movement suite pays homage to
the composer's favorite winter treats! A delightful,
spritely opening depicts Candy Canes before
moving into a heartwarming lyric movement to
portray Hot Chocolate. The playful Peppermint
Bark third movement has a dance-like quality with
mixed meter (4/4 and 3/4). The final movement
runs as fast as it can, depicting the Gingerbread
Man chased by a slew of holiday carols.
10454269 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
Thundersnow!—Katie O'Hara LaBrie. The title
says it all - driving eighth notes, tense melodies,
and sudden impacts will have your ensemble
and audience believing they are in the middle
of an intense and fierce blizzard. All sections
have memorable parts. Excellent for teaching
dynamics, accents, and eighth notes.
11392948 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
The Winter King—Doug Spata. Bold, brisk
melodies describe thrilling adventures in The
Winter King, an exciting concert overture in D
minor! Intermediate-level players will enjoy the
vivid and expressive style, but the real focus is on
triple-meter rhythms and hooked bowings as players
experience a variety of common 6/8 rhythms.
Perfect for winter concerts, or any time of year.
11500300 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
ROCK AROUND
THE CHRISTMAS TREE!
Epic works for orchestra and percussion that
are sure to rock the house!
All I Want for Christmas is You—Mariah Carey & Walter
Afanasieff/arr. Larry Moore. Pops Specials for Strings. Medium
level arrangement of the most popular holiday song of 1994.
Includes optional piano, electric bass, and percussion.
10978324 String Orchestra, Percussion Optional . . . . . . . . M 55.00
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 . . . . . . . ME 56.00
Christmas Eve/Sarajevo 12/24—Paul O'Neill & Robert Kinkel/
arr. Bob Phillips. As seen in the mind-boggling Trans-Siberian Orchestra
stage show, this thought-provoking medley of Christmas tunes describes
a lone cellist playing Christmas carols in the midst of the Bosnian war.
The piece reflects the drama of a single musician in the midst of war,
reflecting on the power of music to bring hope. The rock rhythm section
contributes to an intense and very hip musical experience!
10092657 String Orchestra, Percussion Required . . . . . . . . M 70.00
Deck the Halls—Chip Davis/arr. Robert Longfield. Another classic
rendition from Mannheim Steamroller, Deck the Halls has a hip, infectious
groove that kids love to play. Contemporary harmonies and music effects
are all part of the special "Mannheim" sound that listeners love.
10041852 String Orchestra, Percussion Required . . . . . . . ME 45.00
Faith Noel—arr. Bob Phillips.
Rock your next holiday concert with this version of The First Noel,
as performed by the Trans-Siberian Orchestra. The beautiful, lyric
presentation of this traditional carol will be greatly enhanced by adding a
rhythm section and electric instruments, but can also be played by strings
alone. A Christmas selection your audience won't soon forget!
10348574 String Orchestra, Percussion Required . . . . . . . . M 53.00
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
A Minor Holiday Celebration—arr. Robert W. Smith.
Two Christmas classics have been masterfully rearranged into a
harmonic minor mode providing a new twist on these holiday favorites
for full or string orchestra. Joy to the World; Deck the Halls and Jingle
Bells have been woven together with quotes from other familiar melodies
including The Dreidel Song and the Hallelujah Chorus. Playable by full
orchestra as well as string orchestra, this is a welcome addition to the
holiday repertoire for developing ensembles.
11524073 Full Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 80.00
Rest Ye Merry, Rock Ye Very—arr. Brian Balmages.
Inspired by Trans-Siberian Orchestra, this energetic arrangement of
God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen includes an easy drum set part that
really kicks things into high gear. Catchy melodic variations give this
arrangement a unique identity as ideas are layered, broken apart, and
reassembled one last time for a rousing conclusion!
10366864 String Orchestra, Percussion Required . . . . . . . ME 55.00
Rock the Halls! (A Winter Celebration)—
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 E 50.00
Rockin' Ol' St. Nick —arr. Caryn Wiegand Neidhold.
Have some toe-tapping fun with this rocking arrangement of Jolly Old
St. Nicholas for young string orchestra. All sections get to play the
melody, and students have the opportunity to practice easy chromatic
finger patterns with foot stomps, finger snaps, and bass spins for extra
entertainment. Optional piano and drum set parts add rhythmic support
and festive spirit for a rockin' holiday concert!
11401208 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .VE 53.00
Rockin' Ol' Saint Nick—arr. Michael Story. Have a rockin' good
time at your holiday concert with this fun arrangement! Written for first
year string players, with both arco and pizzicato opportunities, as well as
optional piano and hand percussion parts, this will be a favorite with both
your students and your audience!
10310276 String Orchestra, Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .VE 42.00
Secret Santa—arr. Kathryn Griesinger.
He knows when you are sleeping, and he's sneaking in the shadows of
your Christmas tree! This easy piece for young string orchestras features
classic holiday tunes that transform into a top-secret mission with some
fun percussion effects. Written in simple three-part harmony with easy
rhythms, no low second-finger patterns, and subtle hints and quotes
from Jolly Old St. Nicholas; God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen; Up on the
Housetop; Jingle Bells; We Three Kings; Good King Wenceslas and We
Wish You a Merry Christmas.
11000230 String Orchestra, Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .VE 50.00
Wish Liszt (Toy Shop Madness)—arr. Bob Phillips.
From the fabulous Trans-Siberian Orchestra show, "A Lost Christmas
Eve," this piece will rock your holiday concert while your students practice
their hooked bowings. Though greatly enhanced by adding a rhythm
section and electric instruments, the piece can be played by strings alone.
This is not your grandfather's Liszt music!
10348579 String Orchestra, Percussion Required . . . . . . . ME 61.00
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