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Classical Selections easy / medium-easy
n SinfoniaG.P. Telemann/arr. Bob Mathews.
The dramatic arrangement of this Baroque work
features winding, chromatic harmonies, crisp
rhythms, and dynamic ebbs and flows. It's a perfect
introduction both to this amazing composer and to
Baroque style.
10458731 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n Sleepers AwakeJ. S. Bach/arr. Newbold.
Showcase your strings with this lush and beautiful
arrangement of Bach's beloved melody from
"Cantata 140." In addition to working well in an
orchestra setting, it is also perfectly suited for a
quartet. Ideal for focusing on legato bowing and
phrasing, this is an exceptional version of a classic!
10066370 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Sleeping Beauty WaltzP.I. Tchaikovsky/
arr. Dabczynski. The melodies of Tchaikovsky's
celebrated ballets are beloved worldwide, and
none more so than this famous waltz. Students will
discover beautiful musical figures, with rhythms,
bowings, and fingerings achievable by developing
players. A gorgeous addition to any concert program.
10370691 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 42.00
l SonatinaLudwig van Beethoven/arr. Jack
Bullock. Originally written by Beethoven for piano,
this cool little gem has been adapted for strings.
The melody moves between all sections, allowing
for many teaching opportunities.
10594744 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
H
Spring (from "The Four Seasons")Antonio
Vivaldi/arr. Richard Meyer. Your chance to teach
a high-quality simplified arrangement of this
masterpiece has arrived! Richard Meyer changed
key to G, removed several difficult syncopations,
and even offered an optional easier solo for the brief
violin solo passage that features your best player.
All the joy and vigor of the original is present! This
is a must for every teacher's library!
2417798 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
Symphony No. 5-FinaleLudwig van Beethoven/
arr. Meyer. This arrangement captures the drive,
spirit, and heroic mood of the original! By simply
changing the key and simplifying some rhythms,
Meyer has made a classical music favorite available
to strings at the easy level. It's a great concert
opener or closer.
2475410 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
Symphony No. 1Ludwig van Beethoven/
arr. Christina Hans. Add the thrill and energy of
Beethoven to your next concert without having to
shift! This simplified setting offers many learning
opportunities, including dynamics, bowing style,
dotted notes, accents and sixteenth notes.
10453635 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 49.00
l Theme and Variations from the "Trout" Quintet
Franz Schubert/arr. Andrew H. Dabczynski.
Based on one of the most famous themes in
classical literature, this arrangement captures the
essence of the "Trout" Quintet. With solos for all
and special features for the basses, this piece
provides an excellent opportunity to learn many
important techniques and concepts.
10594975 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
Themes from the PlanetsHolst/arr. Wagner.
Themes from three of the suite's seven movements
are seamlessly presented in this medley for young
players. Material from the following movements is
included: Venus, the Bringer of Peace; Mars, the
Bringer of War and Jupiter, the Bringer of Jollity.
What a lovely way to introduce young players to the
grandeur possible in music!
10065473 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 49.00
n Three Susato DancesTielman Susato/arr.
Owens. The music of Renaissance composer
Tielman Susato comes alive in this striking three-
movement setting of his most popular melodies.
Optional percussion parts add an extra touch of
sixteenth century style to each skillfully scored
installment. These timeless and catchy melodies
will delight your students and charm any audience.
10366886 String Orchestra,
Percussion Opt. . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n ToccataGirolamo Frescobaldi/arr. Beeman,
ed. Law. Originally composed for keyboard, this
esteemed work is now accessible for the developing
string orchestra. Use this excellent setting of a
familiar piece as a great way to introduce students
to the pleasures of Baroque music.
10370820 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
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Trepak (from "The Nutcracker")Tchaikovsky/
arr. Gruselle. This exciting classic is an excellent
choice for programs at all times of the year! The
masterful arranging retains all the interest of
Tchaikovsky's original, yet remains easy to play.
Everyone is sure to be familiar with the lively
melody, making this a favorite for audiences and
orchestra alike!
2319010 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n Two Italian DancesBernardo Pasquini/arr.
Deborah Baker Monday. These two lively dances
come from a collection of keyboard pieces by Italian
composer Pasquini. The music is very rich, and all
instruments have melodically interesting roles.
10512594 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
H Winter from "The Four Seasons" (Second
Movement)Antonio Vivaldi/arr. McCarrick.
This arrangement is simple enough for the violin,
viola, or cello soloist of your choice! Vivaldi's lyrical
second movement, now in G Major, stays true to
the original with the famous melody over pizzicato
accompaniment. The violin solo is entirely in first
position, and the viola and cello soloists only need
to know the first three notes they learn in third
position: D, E, and F sharp on the A string!
10049864 String Orchestra
Violin, Viola or Cello Solo. . . 49.00
Classical Selections
Medium-Easy
H 1812 OvertureTchaikovsky/arr. Dackow. This is
an excellent selection for an important concert with
your string orchestra! Technical demands are kept
well in check. First violins require some 3rd position
work, but all other parts can be played entirely in
1st position. Fun for players and audiences alike!
In addition to the medium level string parts, this
arrangement also includes optional parts for easy
violin, beginning violin, viola, cello, bass, piano,
timpani and percussion.
2205284 Multi-Level Orchestra with
opt. Easy String Parts . . . . . 75.00
H 1812 OvertureTchaikovsky/arr. Carrie Lane
Gruselle. Finally, an arrangement of Tchaikovsky's
masterwork that includes themes from the entire
work, not just the ending! Themes include the
Opening Hymn, Pastoral Interlude, Russian Folk
Dance and the famous jubilant Victory Melody set
over an exultant Russian anthem. It follows the
form of the original while keeping the work quite
accessible for younger players. Epic!
10066350 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Adagietto (from "Symphony No. 5")Gustav
Mahler/arr. Gruselle. This incredibly expressive
movement has been skillfully adapted for
developing string orchestras by Carrie Gruselle.
Including a simplified harp part playable on piano
or synthesizer, Adagietto is a great vehicle for
developing musicality.
2375517 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Adagio Cantabile (from Sonata "Pathetique")
Beethoven/arr. Gruselle. One of the best
known of all Beethoven piano works, this is an
excellent addition to string orchestra literature.
This masterfully done arrangement by Carrie Lane
Gruselle is on the easy side of this level, and will
come together easily for your players.
2346427 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n Adagio from "Spartacus"Aram Khachaturian/
arr. Longfield. "Spartacus" remains one of
Khachaturian's greatest creations, and its most
memorable theme continues to be a concert
favorite for orchestras everywhere. Robert Longfield
has transformed the glorious Adagio love theme
into a superb setting for string orchestra.
10343649 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 55.00
4 AlboradaNicolai Rimsky-Korsakov/arr. Deborah
Baker Monday. Feature this energetic piece,
arranged in D Major, in your next concert. Taken,
Students will love playing this lively dance music from
the first movement of this famous work. It's all in first
position except for moments of easy second position
for cello. Includes optional tambourine and triangle.
10616595 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 52.00
n Alla TarantellaEdward MacDowell/arr. Bob
Cerulli. The drama abounds providing opportunities
for expressive playing shared by all sections.
10522567 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 49.00
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Alla Tchaikovskyarr. Richard Meyer.
Incorporating 22 different melodies from the works
of Tchaikovsky, this is an incredibly clever and
sometimes humorous medley that even includes
the 1812 Overture accompanied by the popping
of paper bags! It's amazing how seamlessly
each melody leads into the next. You would think
Tchaikovsky himself had intended it to work like this.
2375533 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 56.00
H Allegretto (from "Symphony No. 7")Ludwig
van Beethoven/arr. Robert Longfield. As heard in
the Oscar-winning movie "The King's Speech,"
one of Beethoven's most beloved movements
accompanied the dramatic moments of this
monumental film. Robert Longfield's accessible
adaptation for string orchestra can be a centerpiece
of most any program. A wonderful addition to your
concert repertoire!
10284930 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
H Allegretto (Symphony No. 7, Movement 2)
Beethoven/arr. McCashin. The second movement
of Beethoven's "Symphony No. 7" has enormous
popularity with performers and audiences. This
thoughtful version goes beyond a cursory repeat
of the famous theme by including developmental
material from the movement, giving a more
complete understanding of Beethoven's intent.
This remains faithful to the original and makes for
an excellent performance! Highly recommended!
10047949 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n Allegro con Brio (from "Symphony No. 5")
Ludwig van Beethoven/arr. John O'Neill. Crafted
into a sturdy string orchestra arrangement,
the striking and oh so familiar movement of
Beethoven's seminal "Symphony No. 5" is the
model introduction to one of the poignant works
in Classical music history. Condensed from the
movement's usual seven-minute average playing
time into a tidy 2:20, Beethoven's impressive
mastery resounds!
10307139 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
H Allegro for Cello and String OrchestraAntonio
Vivaldi/arr. Fishburn. This is a straightforward bit of
Baroque writing for cello solo (optional double bass
or bassoon solo) with string orchestra. It's fairly
short, making it a great choice for a quick change
of pace selection. (Solo ME, Orch ME)
2334175 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
H Allegro Giocoso (Symphony 4, Movement 3)
Brahms/arr. Monday. This Brahms masterpiece
is a joy to hear and a thrill to play! Set in the
bright key of D major, it retains the slur over the
beat that gives the descending line its character.
This line is then offset with strong unison
rhythmic motives that drive the music ahead. An
outstanding work to open or close any concert!
Highly recommended!
10051490 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
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Allegro in G (from "Concerto for Two
Guitars")Antonio Vivaldi/arr. Steven
Frackenpohl. Carefully crafted for string
ensemble, this lively movement is adapted from
Vivaldi's "Concerto for Two Guitars." In true
Vivaldi style, the ensemble is driven by energetic
rhythms that make all parts interesting and fun to
play. Another outstanding edition for young string
orchestra teaching and performance.
10061543 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
l Also Sprach ZarathustraRichard Strauss/arr.
Jeffrey E. Turner. Right from the first few notes,
the audience will be captivated and ready for this
famous theme. This opening fanfare to Strauss'
masterpiece is an experience that every young
musician should get a chance to play. An optional
timpani part is included, adding a little bit of thunder
to the piece. Great for Halloween concerts too!
10594773 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 56.00
H AmadeusW. A. Mozart/arr. Hoffman. Here's
the music from the dramatic opening scene of the
movie "Amadeus." It's actually the first movement of
"Symphony 25 in G minor," arranged here to be in E
minor to make it accessible to more students. It's a
thrilling work and well arranged for your players.
2481826 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
H Ancient Aires and DancesRespighi/
arr. Brubaker. The noble elegance and beauty
of Respighi's marvelous work shines in this
arrangement of the Balletto Movement from "Suite
No. 1." The feel of early music carries through
in an arrangement that works equally well for
strings alone or with the addition of winds. A great
introduction to Respighi!
10032563 String Orch or Full Orch . . . 55.00
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by directors.
Jupiter from "The Planets"—
Gustav Holst/arr. Deborah Baker Monday.
10012478 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 (First Movement)
—Johann Sebastian Bach/arr. Meyer.
10092388 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46.00
10092388E String Orchestra ePrint. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42.00
Sinfonia—G.P. Telemann/arr. Bob Mathews.
10458731 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Finale from "Serenade for Strings"—
P.I. Tchaikovsky/arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle.
10307074 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
The Nutcracker (Themes)—
P.I. Tchaikovsky/arr. Gruselle.
10008676 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Pastoral Symphony—
Ludwig van Beethoven/arr. Christina Hans.
10500808 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
10500808E String Orchestra ePrint. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Canon in D (Theme)—
Johann Pachelbel/arr. John Caponegro.
2172716 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Spring (from "The Four Seasons")—
Antonio Vivaldi/arr. Richard Meyer.
2417798 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46.00
2417798E String Orchestra ePrint. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46.00
Hornpipe (from "Water Music")—
George Frederick Handel/arr. Meyer.
2375590 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
2375590E String Orchestra ePrint. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Orpheus in the Underworld (Finale)—
Jacques Offenbach/arr. Dackow.
2205276 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
