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H Feliz Navidad—arr. Steven Rosenhaus. Add a Spanish touch to your holiday concert with this excellent arrangement of Jose Feliciano's popular holiday wish. If you listen closely, you might hear Joy To The World right after the key change. 2231496
String Orchestra ......... .35.00
n Fum, Fum, Fum—arr. Michael Story. The title of this popular Spanish carol comes not from the Spanish language but rather from the sound of strumming a stringed instrument. This authentic setting for your beginning string orchestra is complete with strings alone, but comes with optional piano and percussion parts (castanets and triangle).
multicultural flair to your holiday program! 10280088 String Orchestra ......... .40.00
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l Gloucestershire Wassail—Robert Longfield. Finding interesting and fresh material for holiday concerts is always a goal for directors. Robert's appealing version of this old English carol is set in the keys of D and G, and features a contrasting middle section that combines unison playing with solid ensemble writing. Simple, easy string writing along with interesting percussion parts make this a great choice for your next holiday program! 10292081 String Orchestra, Percussion Required...... .35.00
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n Grandma Got Run over by a Reindeer— Randy Brooks/arr. Cerulli. This is one holiday song that continues to be a pop hit decade after decade! In Bob Cerulli's easy arrangement, which is flavored with melodic quotes of Jingle Bells; Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town and Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer, it is absolutely delightful for young strings! Highly recommended! 10280110 String Orchestra ......... .45.00
l Holiday Fanfare—Deborah Baker Monday. What holiday program is complete without hearing Deck the Halls, Good King Wenceslas and Up on the Housetop? Deborah Baker Monday has subtly woven them all together in a festive, fanfare style that is sure to be the hit of your next holiday concert! 10304019 String Orchestra ......... .45.00
4 A Holiday
Bells has been transformed into a Viennese- style waltz and combined with We Wish You a Merry Christmas in this charming selection perfect for your second-year players' holiday concert. In the keys of D and G major, this light-hearted dance features every section of the orchestra and reinforces hooked bowings, eighth note runs, and a variety of triple-meter rhythmic patterns. A fun and educational way to challenge your students technically, while taking your orchestra to that next level of maturity. 10310503 String Orchestra ......... .42.00
Waltz—Richard Meyer. Jingle
4 The Huron Carol—Deborah Baker Monday. Perfect for first holiday concerts, this traditional Canadian carol comes complete with simple percussion. Written by a Jesuit missionary with lyrics in the native Huron language, the melody is based on a simple French folk song and is sure to be an annual favorite. 10307077 String Orchestra ......... .40.00
n A Japanese Christmas—arr. Keiko Yamada. Lilting and lush, this beautiful holiday medley features the carols The Holly and the Ivy and Bring a Torch Jeanette Isabella along with cascading open fourths commonly found in Japanese music. Each carol is heard individually then in combination, all accompanied by the lovely sounds of a Japanese folksong. An absolutely gorgeous piece that is sure to lift the spirits of all who hear it during the holiday season. 10277984 String Orchestra ......... .40.00
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4 Jolly Old Saint Nicholas—arr. Jack Bullock. Santa takes his yearly "ride" to boys and girls everywhere in this happy, uplifting, and tuneful song. Always a favorite during the holiday season, it brings joy to children all over the world. The optional sleigh bells make this very effective! 10310349 String Orchestra ......... .40.00
n Pacem Noel—arr. Larry Clark. The gentle tune Dona Nobis Pacem is merged with the beloved carol The First Noel into an exquisite arrangement, with the title suggesting that we all have "Peace for Christmas." Your students will feel the spirit of the season while playing this heartwarming work for the holidays. Breathtaking! 10093772 String Orchestra ......... .45.00
H Sleigh Ride—Leroy Anderson/arr. 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, even 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 Orch or Full Orch . . . .40.00
4 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 ......... .50.00
n Make a Joyful Noise—G. F. Handel & Ludwig van Beethoven/arr.
Gruselle. Handel meets
Beethoven for a little holiday cheer! Blending well-loved themes from both masters, Gruselle crafts a regal work for the holiday season that's sure to spread joy year after year. 10277836 String Orchestra ......... .40.00
n March (from "The Nutcracker")—Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky/arr. Longfield. This accessible arrangement of the March from "The Nutcracker" is a welcome addition to classic holiday literature for string orchestra at the easy level. Sensibly adapted to the capabilities of the developing group, it is sure to delight your audience for years to come. A "must" for the December performance with your ensemble! 10283731 String Orchestra ......... .42.00
n My Favorite Things—Richard Rodgers & Oscar Hammerstein/arr. Conley. This popular song from "The Sound of Music" has also become known as a favorite holiday song. Conley's easy setting also lets you teach several of the basic rhythm patterns needed in 3/4 meter, including those with a rest on beat one. 10033655 String Orchestra ......... .40.00
n North Pole Workshop—Doug Spata. Imagine a cheery tune Santa's elves might sing while making Christmas toys! This fun polka for beginners stays on the D and A strings, uses only the first finger pattern, and is aimed at developing dexterity and string- crossing skills in young musicians. Optional percussion parts add the workshop sound effects (including electric drill), but students will really enjoy the catchy melodies that start quietly and build to a rowdy finish. Cute! 10280362 String Orchestra, Percussion Required...... .45.00
l O Christmas Tree—arr. Jack Bullock. This familiar German song is a favorite during the holiday season because of the stately melody and the message of the lyrics, "O Christmas Tree, You stand in verdant beauty." This arrangement is presented in a simple form, honoring the Christmas symbol. 10302984 String Orchestra ......... .40.00
4 Swingin' Santa (Up On the Housetop)— Benjamin Hanby/arr. Strommen. This holiday favorite should be played lightly and with the aide of the ride cymbal, with a slight "swing." The "bluesy" harmonies and swing style make this one a real toe tapper. Attention to articulations and dynamics will ensure this cheerful and buoyant piece a first rate performance of this holiday favorite! 10308840 String Orchestra, Percussion Required...... .50.00
n Tis the Season—arr. Doris Gazda. Two of the Yuletide season's most treasured carols are presented in this delightful medley. Deck the Halls is heard first in a traditional manner followed by Good King Wenceslas. After both themes are played, they are then combined in phrases alternating between the two tunes. A charming selection for your next holiday concert. 10277943 String Orchestra ......... .40.00
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4 A Torch for the King—arr. Steve Frackenpohl. This is a charming medley of two European carols in 3/4 time; The Infant King is from Poland and Bring a Torch, Jeannette, Isabella is French. These two tunes are presented separately, and then combined. Everyone gets a chance to play the melody, and this arrangement is a great opportunity to work on expressive dynamics. 10296189 String Orchestra ......... .45.00
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l Sound the Bells of Christmas—arr. James Curnow. Three festive carols are skillfully combined into a terrific showcase for holiday programming. The familiar strains of these "bell" songs will make a superb concert opening for your holiday needs. Includes: Westminster Chimes; The Merry Bells All Ring; I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day and Ukrainian Bell Carol. 10295422 String Orchestra with Timpani ............ .40.00
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