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String
Orchestra
Patriotic / Sacred / Christmas & Holiday very easy
4 Caissons Go Rolling AlongEdmund L. Gruber/
arr. Bob Cerulli. Enjoy this patriotic classic for any
concert or to honor our veterans. Set at a level
achievable for young players, this piece will also
work for older groups with little rehearsal.
10453839 String Orchestra . . . . . . VE 40.00
l ChesterWilliam Billings/arr. Bill Calhoun. The
famous song by William Billings from the American
Revolution has been the basis of many settings. In
this arrangement, the beginning students get to
mix march-like rhythms with a lush and full chorale
setting of the song. Perfect to showcase your
beginners at any festival.
10457541 String Orchestra . . . . . . VE 40.00
Freedom FinaleMichael Story. Bring your
next concert to a stirring conclusion with this
patriotic fantasia featuring four popular themes:
America the Beautiful; Chester; America (My
Country 'Tis of Thee) and Battle Hymn of
the Republic. The arrangement is scored for
full orchestra; however, it is also completely
playable by string orchestra alone, or with any
number of added winds or percussion. This is an
excellent piece to introduce your students to a full
orchestra experience!
10310321 String Orch or Full Orch. . E 50.00
n Honor and GlorySoon Hee Newbold. Dedicated
to the brave men and women who risk
their lives to protect others and serve in the
name of freedom, Honor and Glory has bold and
majestic themes throughout. The lyrical melody
soars over the rhythmic bass line as harmonies
intertwine to create a touching and memorable
portion of your next concert. Truly inspirational
and characteristic of the fine writing associated
with Soon Hee Newbold.
10047902 String Orchestra . . . . . . VE 45.00
Lincoln at GettysburgAndrew H. Dabczynski.
Commemorate the 150th anniversary of the
Gettysburg Address with this original work for
string orchestra, narrator, and percussion that
conveys the emotional and patriotic drama of the
time. Using Civil War music and narration, this piece
will have all who hear it reflecting on our American
history and values.
10370583 String Orchestra, Percussion Req.
with Narrator . . . . . . . ME 55.00
Patriotic Bits and Piecesarr. Mike Story.
Perfect for opening or closing any performance,
this dynamic arrangement contains excerpts
from eight all-American themes. Titles include:
You're a Grand Old Flag; The American Hymn;
Manhattan Beach; Chester; America (My Country
'Tis of Thee); Yankee Doodle; The Battle Hymn of
the Republic; and America the Beautiful. Playable
as string orchestra, or add additional winds up to
full orchestra.
2471762 String Orch or Full Orch. . E 63.00
n Point Lookout (A Fantasy on Civil War
Songs)Brian Balmages. Inspired by the rich
history of Point Lookout State Park in Maryland,
this fantasy on civil war songs pays tribute to
the remnants of Fort Lincoln, which served as a
Civil War fortification. Songs used in the fantasy
include: The Battle Cry of Freedom; Battle
Hymn of the Republic; and When Johnny
Comes Marching Home Again. The piece is
tied together with excerpts from America, the
Beautiful, which comes in fully toward the end of
the work. Magical!
10027381 String Orchestra . . . M-MA 55.00
n The Stars and Stripes ForeverJohn Philip
Sousa/arr. Gruselle. No piccolo? No brass? No
problem! Your strings-only groups can cover all
the bases as they experience this traditional Sousa
march. The final iconic piccolo solo is available
for any instrument or combination of students -
the ultimate in performance flexibility. A fantastic
concert closer!
10366884 String Orchestra . . . . . . M 55.00
Sacred Selections
All Levels
n Amazing Gracearr. J. Cameron Law. This
very simple arrangement really can be played by
beginning students. The pentatonic nature of the
melody avoids any issues with high or low second
fingers, and the open string drones are easy and
effective. The tune is played in both the key of G
and the key of D. This is music they will be able play
after only a short while.
10012294 String Orchestra . . . . . . . B 40.00
n Bach: Two Joyous ChoralesJ. S. Bach/
arr. McGinty. A wonderful choice for your strings!
Playable at a holiday concert, a classical concert,
a church or even just as warmup chorales! Break
Forth Oh Beauteous Heavenly Light and In Dulci
Jubilo are indeed joyous and, with all parts edited
by string specialist Shirley Strohm-Mullins, they're
the perfect vehicle for teaching young string players
dynamics, articulation and smooth legato bowing.
They're also ideal for the medium-level string group
with limited rehearsal time. It's great music and a
great value!
2469997 String Orchestra . . . . . . . E 38.00
n Be Thou My Visionarr. Robert Frost. Everyone
should get the chance to play this beautiful folk
tune, which is also an Irish hymn. Set in the key of
C with a nice modulation to G, this keeps everyone
in their most comfortable ranges and brings out a
rich and full sound. This setting is suitable for all
situations, sacred or secular.
2476232 String Orchestra . . . . . . . E 42.00
Jesu, Joy of Man's DesiringBach/arr. Del
Borgo. Your developing strings will soar to new
heights of expression when they play this excellent
arrangement! The beloved melody will especially
be received warmly by your audience, simply
because the arranger has treated it with such
tender care. Lovely!
2267292 String Orchestra . . . . . ME 55.00
Leaning on the Everlasting Armsarr. Carl
Strommen. This reverent setting of a beloved
hymn by Anthony J. Showalter is sure to tug at
the heart strings. The beautiful melody and strong
harmonies combine to create one stunningly
beautiful arrangement. A striking addition to any
concert program.
10366562 String Orchestra . . . . . . . E 50.00
n O Magnum MysteriumMorten Lauridsen/arr.
Dackow. First it was the choral masterpiece from
Lauridsen. Then it took the instrumental world by
storm as a concert band arrangement, and even a
brass ensemble. But it has never been available for
strings, until now! Sandra Dackow's arrangement
makes this wonderful piece available for your string
players! A serene and expressive composition, the
fluid lines and lovely harmonies will both challenge
and engage your performers. We are proud to give
this our highest recommendation.
10023619 String Orchestra . . . . . . M 75.00
SanctusFranz Schubert/arr. Curnow. From
Schubert's familiar "German Mass," this song has
been adapted for beginner string players in a solid
ensemble setting.
10185481 String Orchestra . . . . . . VE 40.00
n Slane (Be Thou My Vision)Soon Hee Newbold.
Soon Hee Newbold's setting of this familiar Irish
hymn is an ideal study in smooth legato bowing
and artful phrasing. Sections of the melodies roll
gracefully, creating plaintive suspensions and
encouraging players to stay focused on the melody.
10091968 String Orchestra . . . . . ME 45.00
Sleepers WakeJ. S. Bach/arr. Brubaker. The
familiar Johann Sebastian Bach melody will be
loved by one and all. Solidly scored for your strings
or full orchestra, the delicate melody will reinforce
the musicianship of the entire ensemble.
2478060 String Orch
or Full Orch . . . . . . . . ME 63.00
n Soon I Will Be DoneCarrie Lane Gruselle. This
masterful arrangement presents the traditional
spiritual with articulation tugging against the
conversant legato passages, embodying the tension
of the earth-bound life against the anticipation of
what's to come. Soon I Will Be Done is an excellent
piece to introduce intermediate players to spirituals,
or is an uplifting option for church orchestras.
10091960 String Orchestra . . . . . . . E 45.00
Christmas and
Holiday Selections
Very Easy
l Angels in Royal David's CityCarrie Lane
Gruselle. Opening with an unaccompanied solo
set for any instrument, this beautiful arrangement
weaves Angels We Have Heard on High with Once
in Royal David's City to create a breathtaking
composition suitable for the youngest of players.
An ideal way to feature your rock-star soloist!
10454258 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Angels on ParadeCarl Strommen. Beginning
students will love this march arrangement of the
beloved Christmas carol Angels We Have Heard
on High. Your young players will ring in the next
holiday season with the festive sound of angels
marching in parade.
10308785 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Burgundian Carolarr. Sandra Dackow. This
beloved ancient carol is tastefully arranged with all
parts remaining in first position and no extended
fingerings required. Optional percussion parts add
a Renaissance sound and are playable by members
of the orchestra.
10066572 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Celtic Christmas FantasyBrian Balmages.
Add a unique work to your winter concert! This
Celtic-sounding arrangement incorporates Joy
to the World and O Come All Ye Faithful with the
sounds of bagpipe drones and slight variations in
melody and harmony throughout. This creates a
lively and likeable change of pace for your holiday
concert! It's a refreshing addition to the repertoire
for your youngest orchestra musicians.
10047913 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Christmas SymphonyElliot Del Borgo. Here is
an easy holiday work featuring four works that make
a mini-symphony! Angels We Have Heard on High;
Hark! the Herald Angels Sing; God Rest Ye Merry
Gentlemen and O Come, All Ye Faithful. Each piece
flows directly into the next for a joyous medley that's
not too hard and serves as a great opener or closer.
2480756 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Christmas Time Is Herearr. Bob Cerulli. From
the joyous finale of A Charlie Brown Christmas
comes the song that has become a holiday tradition.
Your students will love learning this and may learn
a few new notes along the way! The arrangement
is simple enough for young orchestras to play, yet
it keeps that original Vince Gauraldi Trio jazz sound
that everyone loves. Make this a holiday tradition!
2416469 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n Christmastide - Rejoice!arr. Deborah Baker
Monday. Perfect for the holidays, this easy medley
blends O Come, O Come, Emmanuel, Hallelujah
Chorus and Sing We Now of Christmas, using
chimes and tambourine (optional) to give the
arrangement a Renaissance flavor. Use the optional
piano part in rehearsal or performance.
10281209 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n Classic Christmas Medleyarr. Susan H.
Day. The perfect holiday concert centerpiece for
your first and second year players, with optional
parts for beginners. This expert medley smoothly
combines Jingle Bells, Jolly Old St. Nicholas, Silent
Night, and We Wish You a Merry Christmas. The
beginner parts are mostly on open strings, and
add interesting rhythms and light harmonies to the
regular setting. Classic indeed!
10370761 Multi-Level Orchestra . . . . . 60.00
Dance of the Reed FlutesP. I. Tchaikovsky/
arr. Story. This timeless holiday classic from
Tchaikovsky's "Nutcracker Suite" is one that will be
immediately recognized by all. The famous dance
adds a touch of class to your holiday concert. The
piano adds that extra bit of support your beginners
will appreciate.
2478028 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Fantasy on GreensleevesMark Williams.
Finally, an arrangement of Greensleeves that
beginning string orchestras can play! Set in E
minor, it uses notes familiar to beginners and,
through clever arranging, avoids new accidentals
and difficult string crossings. This is ideal for holiday
concerts and year-round performances. Your
students will love sounding this good!
2470424 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 42.00
H Frosty the Snowmanarr. Bruce Chase. Don't
pass this up! This all-time winter favorite is an
absolute "must" for holiday concerts! Enjoy!
2138527 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 30.00
Greensleevesarr. John Caponegro. This Gaelic
melody is one every child should know and play,
particularly at holiday time. With a Celtic raised
6th in the melody, this arrangement will provide a
bit of a challenge for the youngest musicians. But
the rewards are definitely worth the effort in this
expressive and mature-sounding orchestration.
10279661 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 42.00
l I Have a Little Dreydlarr. Jack Bullock.
Often heard during Chanukah, this lilting melody
is memorable and loved by all. Its simplicity will
capture you and linger on.
10453838 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
String Orchestra
Christmas & Holiday
Very Easy & Easy
Buy with confidence! These works, listed in
order of their popularity, are chosen most
often by directors.
Sleigh Ride—Leroy Anderson/arr. Cerulli.
2246130 String Orch or Full Orch . .E 60.00
2246130E String Orch or Full Orch
ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 60.00
A la Media Noche (At Midnight)—Bob Lipton.
10310556 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . E 48.00
10310556E String Orchestra ePrint . . E 48.00
Believe—arr. Mike Story.
2481108 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . E 45.00
2481108E String Orchestra ePrint . . E 45.00
A Christmas Canon—arr. Michael Green.
2266120 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . E 48.00
2266120E String Orchestra ePrint . . E 48.00
Christmas Sing-Along—arr. Bob Cerulli.
2267466 String Orch
or Full Orch . . . . . . . E-ME 75.00
2267466E String Orch or Full Orch
ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . E-ME 75.00
Jingle Basses—Bob Phillips.
10370577 String Orchestra. . . . . . VE 45.00
10370577E String Orchestra ePrint . VE 45.00
My Favorite Things—Richard Rodgers
& Oscar Hammerstein/arr. Conley.
10033655 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . E 40.00
Classic Christmas Medley—arr. Susan H. Day.
10370761 Multi-Level
Orchestra . . . . . . . . . B-VE 60.00
Tis the Season!—arr. William Owens.
10366763 String Orchestra,
Percussion Opt. . . . . . . VE 40.00
Angels in the Bleak Midwinter—Larry Clark.
10308850 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . E 50.00
