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Fantasia on Ukrainian Bell Carol—arr.
Susan H. Day. This popular holiday tune
has had many iterations. In this unique
Grade 2 version, its three main themes are
arranged in a new and somewhat altered
way, with the familiar melodic and rhythmic
motifs passed around each section of the
orchestra resulting in a beautiful musical
fantasy on the iconic carol. This piece has
easy rhythms, 3/4 time throughout, keys
of E minor and A minor, some accents,
pizzicato, and two-note slurs. Piano is
optional.
11566675 String Orchestra . . . .E 50.00
The First Christmas Tree (The First Noel;
O Tannenbaum)—arr. Peter Blair. This
combination of carols breathes new life into
these familiar melodies. The fresh, delightful
treatment of these tunes will add a sparkle
to your holiday concert.
11615223 String Orchestra . . . .E 55.00
Frosty the Snowman—Steve Nelson &
Jack Rollins/arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle. This
lighthearted arrangement of the holiday
favorite is very approachable and includes
melodic material that weaves its way
throughout the ensemble. Optional easy
percussion is quite effective, especially in
the fun, jazzy swing finale that students and
audiences will love. (2:00)
11568679 String Orchestra . . . .E 60.00
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 . . . .E 49.00
Happy Haydn Holidays—Mekel Rogers.
A combination of themes from two Haydn
symphonies with several holiday melodies
in a marvelous new arrangement for young
strings. With few technical challenges, the
work provides a fun opportunity to introduce
the music of Haydn in an original and
cleverly written holiday selection.
11686782 String Orchestra . . . .E 55.00
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 . . . .E 60.00
In the Bleak Midwinter—Gustav Holst/arr.
Patrick Roszell. In a delightful and incredibly
accessible setting, this arrangement
of In the Bleak Midwinter allows young
ensembles to play a holiday alternative by
Holst.
10739939 String Orchestra . . . .E 50.00
Jingle Bell Rock—Joe Beal & Jim
Boothe/arr. Chris M. Bernotas. Give young
orchestras the opportunity to play an
authentic version of this timeless holiday
favorite with this excellent arrangement.
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 . . . .E 55.00
Jolly Old St. Pachelbel—arr. Matthew
R. Putnam. A clever and highly musical
mashup 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 . . . .E 55.00
Last Christmas—George Michael/arr.
Chris M. Bernotas. This timeless Christmas
pop hit is now accessible to young
orchestras with this fantastic arrangement.
A concert favorite for sure!
11539991 String Orchestra . . . .E 60.00
Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!—
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 . . . .E 50.00
Lo, How a Rose—Michael Praetorius/
arr. Bruce W. Tippette. A gentle Grade 1.5
arrangement of the traditional winter carol
for string orchestra, this setting gives young
players room to explore lyrical phrasing
within a simple, supportive structure.
Dynamic shaping and subtle textural shifts
help second-year players refine expression
and balance. Ideal for winter programs
but equally effective whenever a warm,
reflective moment is needed.
11673566 String Orchestra . . . .E 55.00
Magic Sleigh—Kathryn Griesinger. For
holiday programming or any time of year,
this festive and heartwarming melody will
bring joy! Excellent for reinforcing staccato
articulations and independent parts. Sleigh
bells and bell part add the perfect color. The
hybrid edition includes a printed score and
access to digital parts.
11640142 String Orchestra . . . .E 45.00
A Mariachi Christmas—arr. Jorge
Vargas. Drawing from his own experience
as a mariachi musician, the composer has
created this amazing medley of classic
Christmas tunes with a mariachi twist!
A perfect introduction to the huapango,
joropo, and son jalisciense rhythms played
by mariachi groups all across Mexico and
the United States, this arrangement will
make a wonderful addition to your next
winter or holiday concert.
11574008 String Orchestra . . . .E 60.00
Merry Wayfaring Stranger (Poor
Wayfaring Stranger; Patapan; God Rest
Ye Merry, Gentlemen)—arr. Tyler Arcari.
Musicians will love the drama in this work
as they mix Poor Wayfaring Stranger with
the likes of God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen
and Patapan. This will be the star of your
next holiday program!
11615391 String Orchestra . . . .E 55.00
Midwinter Morning—Aaron Fryklund.
Gentle movement and a warm melodic
line shape this middle school orchestra
selection that flows steadily without
feeling sluggish. A lighter middle section
featuring pizzicato and a thinner texture
gives students a clear contrast to explore
as they work on balance and blend. While
the writing stays simple for young players,
the melody is appealing; overall, the piece
serves as a calm, expressive contrast on a
winter concert program.
11673400 String Orchestra . . . .E 60.00
Mother Ginger (from "The Nutcracker")—
P.I. Tchaikovsky/arr. Deborah Baker
Monday. Light, playful charm takes the lead
in this easy string orchestra arrangement
of a movement from The Nutcracker, with
optional tambourine and triangle adding
a festive sparkle. Simple rhythms in G
major support a joyful melody over clear
accompaniment figures, keeping the texture
light and buoyant. A cheerful selection that
fits neatly into an elementary or middle school
winter concert while exposing students to a
classic piece of orchestra literature.
11680875 String Orchestra . . . .E 60.00
Themes from The Nutcracker—P.I.
Tchaikovsky/arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle.
A fine 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 a great deal of
performance flexibility as they program the
entire work or choose individual selections
to customize a program.
10008676 String Orchestra . . . .E 70.00
S'vivon!—arr. Laura Estes. For Grade
2 string orchestra, this upbeat setting
of a traditional Jewish melody explores
both natural and harmonic minor, giving
developing players valuable experience
with shifting modal colors and light use of
accidentals. Handclapping patterns in the
middle section build rhythmic coordination.
The energetic character and engaging lines
across the ensemble make this a joyful
addition for seasonal programming.
11673092 String Orchestra . . . .E 60.00
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 . . . .E 55.00
Short Ride in a Fast Sled—Sarah Siegler.
A nod to John Adams' well-known Short
Ride in a Fast Machine for your winter
concert. It presents a neat opportunity for
directors to show John Adams' famous
work to their students, as the two pieces
share several key elements: constant
woodblock, minimalism, and repetitive
dissonant ostinato patterns. After the
patterns (including sleigh bells!) set the
scene, a spirited holiday melody shows a
fast sled ready to move. Quotes from Deck
the Halls are dusted throughout, and all
sections have melodic and interesting parts
to play. Fun!
11621741 String Orchestra . . . .E 55.00
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